Under the direction of a Commander, the Deputy Commander is responsible for a specific section and/or project within a designated geographical area or specialty unit. Assignments to division/section are assigned at the discretion of Chief of Police. A Deputy Commander may be appointed by the Chief of Police from internal or external applicants at the rank of Lieutenant or above.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
This is an unclassified at-will position.
DUTIES (include, But Are Not Limited To)
Specific duties vary upon assignment
Prepares written and oral reports to superior officers
Coordinates activities within assigned section
Reviews administrative reports and correspondence
Completes personnel evaluations
Provides input related to budget needs
Assists in preparing departing and administrative procedures for the section
Reviews and recommends personnel actions
Makes public presentations
Audits and monitors expenditures
Conducts section staff meetings
Coordinates activities with other units and agencies
Complies and reviews monthly activity reports
Assists in developing goals and objectives for the section
Coordinates purchases and maintenance of equipment.
Conducts property inventory for section
Fills in for the Commander during his/her absence
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Must be in good standing with your current agency
Must maintain sworn law enforcement officer certification, and remain capable of performing the functions of a Patrol Officer 1st Class, including the ability to affect a forceful arrest
In state applicants must be currently certified. Out of state applicants must be currently certified and their certification must be recognized and approved by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety
Out of state applicants must successfully complete a New Mexico Law Enforcement certification by waiver course
Must possess a valid driver's license (out-of-state applicants must obtain a New Mexico driver's license within 30 days of being hired)
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Government Administration
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