Department Contact: Sgt. Erik Tristano, 575-646-5372, eriktris@nmsu.edu

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: This is a temporary appointment with a predetermined end date not to exceed 1 year and is subject to an earlier termination if necessary. Temporary employees have no entitlement or expectation of continued employment during or beyond the appointment period.

Position Details

Position Title: Temporary Public Safety Aide Parking Enforcement Officer

College/Division: President's Office

Department: 500300-POLICE DEPARTMENT NMSU

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $16.61

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 0.74 maximum

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon funding

Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Various

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Duties of a Public Safety Aide can include assignment to patrol of housing areas, libraries, general patrol of other campus areas, parking enforcement, special events as needed, and other areas of the department as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: 
High school diploma or GED certificate. Must complete Security Office I & II training requirements within 6 months of hire.

Equivalent Qualifications: 

Preferred Qualifications: 
Preferred previous Level II Security Officer with the NMSU Police Department or previous law enforcement certification with favorable separation.

Special Certification/Licensure: 
Must pass a criminal history, background, and fingerprint check. A valid New Mexico driver’s license will be required. May also be required to complete psychological and drug screen exams. Must be at least 18 years old.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.