Chief of Police (52726)

DescriptionSUMMARY: This position is the Chief Administrative Officer of the Department and has authority in all matters of Police
and Fire Safety Operations including discipline as per authorization and jurisdiction set forth by state statute and
designated by the Board of Regents, see Administrative Policy 100. He/she exercises all lawful powers of his/her office
and issues such lawful orders as are necessary to assure the effective performance of the department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures preparation of periodic and special reports, and assures that adequate records are maintained of all

department activities.

• Responsible for the department’s continued and efficient operation, for the enforcement of rules and

regulations within the department, for the completion and forwarding of such reports as may be required by
proper authority and for the department’s relations with local citizens, the local government, and other related
agencies.

• Plans, directs, coordinates, controls and staffing all activities of the department.
• Enforces all laws coming within the department’s legal jurisdiction.
• Controls the expenditures of department appropriations and prepares annual budget estimates of needs.
• Ensure cooperation with other law enforcement agencies in the apprehension and detention of wanted persons

and with other agencies as appropriate.

• Receives, evaluates and resolves complaints; attends civic club and school meetings to explain the activities and

functions of the police department, and to establish favorable public relations.

• Formulates written administrative guidance in the form of policies, regulations and other orders governing

activities of the Police Department.

• Ensures compliance with all laws, which the department or its officers have the authority to enforce.
• Organizes, directs, and controls all resources of the department to preserve the peace, protect persons and

property and enforce the law.

• Designates a Commander to serve as Commanding Officer in his absence.
• Assigns or transfers any member or employee of the department to or from any assignment whenever he/she

shall deem such action necessary for the efficiency, discipline or morale of the department.

• Investigates all cases of alleged or apparent misconduct by department personnel.
• Keeps himself/herself informed of departmental affairs, ensuring that the duties and responsibilities of

members and employees are properly discharged.

• Promulgates all General and Special orders of the department and issued on this own authority orders, written

and oral, consistent with his/her powers, duties and responsibilities.

• Maintains a personnel record system in which shall be kept all pertinent information on all departmental

members and employees.

• Works with Facilities Services to schedule required annual fire system and equipment maintenance/inspections.
• Maintains a record system in which shall be kept all pertinent information on all required fire inspections and

maintenance.

• Maintains regular attendance.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and materials – Occasionally
• Work in dirty/dusty conditions – Occasionally
• Work in noisy conditions – Occasionally
• Work around fumes and odors – Occasionally
• Work in wet and humid environments – Occasionally
• Work in poorly lit areas – Occasionally
• Work on elevated heights – Seldom
• Work out of a vehicle – Frequently

QualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED.
• EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of certified law enforcement experience, two (2) of which must include supervisory

experience.
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EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid NM Drivers License.
• Possess New Mexico Police Certification, or obtain recertification within 1 year.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Be free of any felony or domestic violence conviction.
• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, holidays, odd hours, and emergency calls.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Comprehensive knowledge of laws, rules, and court decisions relating to the administration of criminal justice and

law enforcement.

• Knowledge of scientific methods of crime detection, criminal identification and radio communication.
• Comprehensive knowledge of controlling laws and ordinances.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and direct the activities of police officers.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with others and with the general public.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of the police operation and to institute improvements.
• Ability to prepare and review reports; resourcefulness and sound judgment and emergencies.
• Ability to demonstrate integrity and tact.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Lifting 0 to 50 pounds – Frequently
• Lifting greater than fifty (50) pounds – Seldom
• Standing –Frequently
• Walking – Frequently
• Bending – Frequently
• Squatting – Frequently
• Climbing – Frequently
• Kneeling – Occasionally
• Running – Occasionally
• Sitting – Frequently