Job Opportunities
School Resource Officer
Location: Tularosa Municipal Schools/Tularosa Police Department, Tularosa NM
Employment Type: Full-Time
Starting Pay: $30.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Until position is filled
Position Summary:
The Village of Tularosa along with the Tularosa Municipal Schools is seeking a dedicated and community-focused School Resource Officer (SRO) to join our team. The SRO will serve as a sworn law enforcement officer responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will build positive relationships with students and act as a trusted presence on campus, while also fulfilling public safety responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide security and law enforcement services on school property
- Develop positive relationships with students, staff, and parents
- Prevent and respond to incidents of violence, theft, drug use, and other criminal activities
- Serve as a liaison between the school and local law enforcement agencies
- Support school administrators in emergency preparedness planning
- Deliver safety presentations and support educational programs as needed
- Reports to Tularosa Police Department Chief of Police
- Provide traffic control at all school crossings
- Will serve as a certified law enforcement officer and provide law enforcement services to the Village of Tularosa when school is out of session
Qualifications:
- Certified law enforcement officer in the State of New Mexico
- Minimum of 2 years of law enforcement experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work with the youth in an educational setting
- Background check and clearance required
- Will be required to attend the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) Training and any other training pertinent to the duties of a School Resource Officer and any other required Law Enforcement certifications
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate: $30.00/hour
- Opportunities for professional development
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- PERA Retirement
- Health Insurance
- Paid vacation and sick leave available
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should pick up an application and submit a resume, cover letter, and proof of law enforcement certification to the Tularosa Police Department at 609 St. Francis Dr. Tularosa NM 88352.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Village of Tularosa/ Tularosa Municipal Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, or background.
Certified and Uncertified Police Officers
Certified police officers $24.00 hour
Uncertified police officers $20.50 hour
If interested please pick up an application at the Tularosa Police Department at 609 B St. Francis Dr. Tularosa NM.
If any questions please call Chief Martinez at 575-323-4278.