What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer II position at Pueblo of Isleta?
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JOB PURPOSE: Performs law enforcement, crime prevention, and public service skills to maintain a safe, friendly and secure community for Pueblo of Isleta.
This position description may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks which may be found or assigned to this position.
JOB DUTIES:
- Enforces the Pueblo of Isleta Law and Order Code, charges and books arrested person, or issues citations when appropriate and completes necessary paperwork.
- Patrols tribal roads and state highways within the boundaries of the Isleta Indian Reservation to enforce traffic laws and assist motorists in distress.
- Responds to complaints from Pueblo of Isleta residents and investigates criminal or civil misdemeanors, traffic accidents involving personal injury and/or property damage, vandalism, and burglary.
- Determines whether there is probable cause for arrest at domestic disturbances.
- Provides security and law enforcement for tribal activities.
- Interrogates victims, witnesses, and suspects.
- Transports violators to and from court, rehabilitation sites or jail facilities. Serves court papers, warrants, or subpoenas as required.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, tribal administrators, and the general public.
- Secures, documents, and examines crime scenes and gathers, preserves and processes evidence.
- Assists Bureau of Indian Affairs and other federal, tribal and state law enforcement officers in investigating federal or state offenses occurring on the Pueblo of Isleta Reservation.
- Observes and reports conditions conducive to crime or which might endanger public safety.
- Assists search and rescue groups, HAZMAT situations, and fires as requested.
- Works in cooperation with the EMTs and administers first aide or renders interim emergency care when necessary.
- Refers federal crimes to the Federal Bureau of Investigation through the Chief of Police.
- Documents the results of investigations in writing and prepares required forms and written reports; completes citation log book and call log as required, to include crash reports in a timely manner.
- Provides oral testimony, service warrants, and police reports, as requested by the Isleta Tribal Court and other tribal, federal, and state courts.
- Assists citizen groups, tribal programs, and other programs serving the Pueblo of Isleta to implement crime and delinquency prevention or public awareness/public safety programs through presentations at community meetings, departmental meetings or with public and private groups.
- Works various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays, to include shift assignments.
- Attends routine and specialized training classes and seminars of law enforcement methods and techniques for a minimum of 40 hours annual in-service sessions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Six or more years of work experience as a police officer.
- Duly commissioned officer.
- Police Academy Certification.
- Must be able to pass a physical examination.
- Must pass the annual Physical Efficiency Battery (PEB).
- Ability to speak Tiwa preferred.
- Valid New Mexico driver’s license with ability to meet Pueblo of Isleta liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
- Must pass background check for position.
- Must be able to comply with the Pueblo of Isleta Drug Free Workplace policies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.27 - $54.36 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Law Enforcement: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- NM LEA Certification (Required)
- Drivers (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $54
