SCHOOL POLICE OFFICER

JOB STATUS:

OPEN

POSTING NUMBER:

00067895

SCHOOL YEAR:

2026-2027

CLOSING DATE:

03/31/2027 04:00 PM

POSTING NUMBER:

00067895

LOCATION:

010:SCHOOL POLICE SERVICE

POSITION TITLE:

APPLICANT POOL: SCHOOL POLICE OFFICER

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provides security and safety services to the District by assisting in establishing and maintaining a safe and secure environment, throughout assigned school property.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Patrols area of school District in uniform and marked police vehicle to detect and prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entries

• Respond to silent alarms and other calls for service

• Performs crowd and traffic control, on APS property only, at school events and activities

• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of school-related criminal acts

• Arrests suspects following established procedures and testifies in court proceedings

• Investigates suspicious persons, activities and conditions related to the public

• Performs plain-clothes assignments as requested by an immediate supervisor

• Counsels students in matters of good citizenship and compliance with school rules and proper behavior

• Provides general assistance and support to school administration and staff

• Reports unusual or dangerous conditions or situations to appropriate personnel

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Effective communication skills both verbal and written.

• Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.

• Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects.

• Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect.

• Ability to make decisions, enforce APS Policy, state statues, and ordinances.

• Effecting arrests and detaining and using appropriate physical control, if necessary.

REQUIREMENTS:

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Must Have Current New Mexico Law Enforcement Certification.

• Valid New Mexico driver’s license with insurable driving record.

• Knowledge of State Statute and local Ordinances

APPLY TO:

APPLY ONLINE: WWW.APS.EDU, APS Jobs, Classified Application.

In addition to providing supporting documents to meet the position requirements, you must also submit an updated cover letter & resume.

ADDITIONAL INFO:

SALARY:

Starting hourly rate is $32.00

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