Top 11 Detentions sergeant Jobs in New Mexico

Detention Sergeant
Curry County Adult Detention Center —Clovis, NM
- $21.57 - $32.35 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
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Public Service Aid (PSA)
City of Belen —Belen, NM
- $19.57 an hour
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
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Detention Officer - Detention Center
Lea County —Lovington, NM
- From $27.06 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
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Adult Detention Officer
San Juan County, NM —New Mexico
- $20.94 an hour
- Overtime
- Serving
- 18 years or older
- Military
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Detention Center Lieutenant
Curry County, NM —Clovis, NM
- $24.40 - $36.60 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Spanish
- Military
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Deputy - Uncertified
McKinley County, NM —Gallup, NM
- $23.71 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Military
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Control Technician - Detention Center
Lea County —Lovington, NM
- From $21.36 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Inventory control
- Pass drug screening
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POLICE CADET
City of Hobbs —Hobbs, NM
- $31.82 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Lieutenant for Security and Control - Detention Center
Lea County —Lovington, NM
- From $82,512 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Customer service
- Word processing
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Certified Deputy - Sheriff's Office
County Of Sierra —Truth or Consequences, NM
- $19.84 - $27.02 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Research
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Police Officer I - Zuni Police Department - (Closing: February 8, 2026)
Pueblo of Zuni —Zuni, NM
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Pass drug screening
- Vision insurance

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Detention Sergeant

Curry County Adult Detention Center -
Clovis, NM

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Job Details

Full-time
$21.57 - $32.35 an hour
14 days ago

Qualifications

Mid-level
Leadership
2 years

Full Job Description

Salary Range
Min $21.5673 - Max $32.3505

Job Summary
The Sergeant is responsible for supervising all subordinates on his/her shift. The sergeant will guide all officers in a positive direction and become a role model for officers. He or she must show good leadership skills, attend all supervisor meetings, make recommendations for improvement, deal with all officers’ issues and counsel and/or reprimand, when necessary, maintain reports and daily documentation, and be responsible for daily inmate movement and activities.

Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Some higher education preferred.

At least two (2) years of experience in detention and/or the equivalent in education or training.
Two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred.
Must be able to understand, communicate, read and write in English. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Valid NM Driver’s License.
Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check.
Must be able to pass CPR and First Aid.
Must be able to handle stress and respond appropriately to stressful situations.
Must be able to write intelligibly, complete reports, deal with situations requiring tact, understanding and good judgment.
Remain alert at all times and respond quickly in emergency situations.
Establish good working relationship with inmates and other staff members.
Ability to perform all essential duties as listed below.
Ability to perform the essential duties in the working conditions described below.
Ability to work with the equipment, tools and materials listed below.
Must comply with safety guidelines and policies of the County.

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detentions sergeant jobs in new mexico

Detention Sergeant

Public Service Aid (PSA)

Detention Officer - Detention Center

Adult Detention Officer

Detention Center Lieutenant

Deputy - Uncertified

Control Technician - Detention Center

POLICE CADET

Lieutenant for Security and Control - Detention Center

Certified Deputy - Sheriff's Office

Police Officer I - Zuni Police Department - (Closing: February 8, 2026)

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