Public Safety Director

The Public Safety Director oversees all operations of the Police and Fire Departments.

Graduation from accredited college/university with major course work in police science/criminal justice/law enforcement or closely related field OR ten (10) years of progressive police administrative responsibility in

jurisdiction of similar/larger size OR any combination of police experience and police education.

Must be a certified New Mexico Police Officer or be certifiable by waiver within 6 months of hire.

No less than 2 years experience in grants writing and budget preparation.

Must reside within a fifteen (15) mile radius of the Public Safety Department.

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave,3 miscellaneous leave days per year,9 paid holidays, Use of City Vehicle, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vision Insurance, Choice of NM Public Employees Retirement or City of Artesia Retirement Plan.