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Detention Corporal (Pending Hire)

Human Resources

105 Albright Street, Suite J Taos, New Mexico 87571

Telephone: (575) 737-6313 Facsimile: (575) 737-3891

www.taoscounty.org/jobs

Email applications to [email protected]

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JOB TITLE: Detention Corporal SALARY: $25.24

DEPARTMENT: Adult Detention Center POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt UNION ELIGIBILITY: Non- Eligible

DESCRIPTION: Performs a variety working level technical and leads correction/detention duties intended to assure compliance with Adult Detention Center operational policies, practices and procedures. Maintains safety and security of the detention center and proper day to day care of inmates.

Experience & Education:

Graduation from high school and successful completion of specialized training provided by an approved standards and training organization or through in-service;

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Two (2) years of experience performing above and related duties;

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Mandatory Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Qualifications:

Working knowledge of the criminal justice system; care and inmate management; general supervision techniques applied in a detention environment; general law enforcement practices and procedures; law enforcement; principles, methods and techniques of effective supervision; legal environment associated with law enforcement; local, state and federal laws and regulations; criminal codes and jail standards; departmental standard operating procedures; fundamentals of proper search and seizure; inmate classification methods and guidelines, federal, state and local laws and regulations related to jail activities

- New Mexico Criminal Code, New Mexico Jail Standards, courtroom security methods and processes, court processes and protocol, computer operations and related software; elementary first aid techniques and procedures and CPR; basic principles of psychology and sociology; complex records management systems and legal guidelines.

Skill in the operation of security equipment.





Ability to deal effectively with work related stress related workplace liabilities; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; manage physical aggression in detainees; direct and maintain confidentiality in managing sensitive legal issues and cases; restrain physically violent prisoners; react quickly to novel situations under conditions of stress; operate a variety of types of office machines; personal computer or terminal operation; write legible reports; develop effective working relationships with elected officials, legal professionals, law enforcement agencies; subordinates, and the public.

Must be 18 years of age.

Must possess a valid Current Mexico driver’s license.

Must be willing to work on-call and shift assignments.

Must complete “Safe Physical Management &

- Passive Restraint” course.

Must be a certified Detention Officer and maintain annually required training hours.

TAOS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL CHANCE EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, AGE SEX, ANCESTRY, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY, SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITION, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, SPOUSAL AFFILIATION OR GENDER IDENTITY.

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Please Note: This posting gives only a brief description of the position. For copy of application and complete see www.taoscounty.org or contact Taos County Human Resources Department at 105 Albright Street, Taos, NM 87571; or (phone hidden).

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Category Full Time Status Open Posted April 27, 2026 9:35 AM Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files Taos County Employment Application (PDF)

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Mandatory Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Qualifications:

Working knowledge of the criminal justice system; care and inmate management; general supervision techniques applied in a detention environment; general law enforcement practices and procedures; law enforcement; principles, methods and techniques of effective supervision; legal setting associated with law enforcement; local, state and federal laws and regulations; criminal codes and jail standards; departmental standard operating procedures; fundamentals of proper search and seizure; inmate classification methods and guidelines, federal, state and local laws and regulations related to jail activities

- New Mexico Criminal Code, New Mexico Jail Standards, courtroom security methods and processes, court processes and protocol, computer operations and related software; elementary first aid techniques and procedures and CPR; basic principles of psychology and sociology; complex records management systems and legal guidelines.

Skill in the operation of security equipment.

Ability to deal effectively with work related stress related workplace liabilities; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; manage physical aggression in detainees; direct and maintain confidentiality in managing sensitive legal issues and cases; restrain physically violent prisoners; react quickly to novel situations under conditions of stress; operate a variety of types of office machines; personal computer or terminal operation; write legible reports; develop effective working relationships with elected officials, legal professionals, law enforcement agencies; subordinates, and the public.

Must be 18 years of age.





Must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license.

Must be willing to work on-call and shift assignments.

Must complete “Safe Physical Management &

- Passive Restraint” course.

Must be a certified Detention Officer and maintain annually required training hours.

TAOS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, AGE SEX, ANCESTRY, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY, SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITION, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, SPOUSAL AFFILIATION OR GENDER IDENTITY.

Open Until Filled

Please Note: This posting gives only a brief description of the position. For copy of application and complete see www.taoscounty.org or contact Taos County Human Resources Department at 105 Albright Street, Taos, NM 87571; or (phone hidden).

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Category Full Time Status Open Posted April 27, 2026 9:35 AM Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files Taos County Employment Application (PDF)

2024 ADC Corporal

2026 ADC Corporal

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Mandatory Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Qualifications:

Working knowledge of the criminal justice system; care and inmate management; general supervision techniques applied in a detention environment; general law enforcement practices and procedures; law enforcement; principles, methods and techniques of effective supervision; legal environment associated with law enforcement; local, state and federal laws and regulations; criminal codes and jail standards; departmental standard operating procedures; fundamentals of proper search and seizure; inmate classification methods and guidelines, federal, state and local laws and regulations related to jail activities

- New Mexico Criminal Code, New Mexico Jail Standards, courtroom security methods and processes, court processes and protocol, computer operations and related software; elementary first aid techniques and procedures and CPR; basic principles of psychology and sociology; complex records management systems and legal guidelines.

Skill in the operation of security equipment.

Ability to deal effectively with work related stress related workplace liabilities; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; manage physical aggression in detainees; direct and maintain confidentiality in managing sensitive legal issues and cases; restrain physically violent prisoners; react quickly to novel situations under conditions of stress; operate a variety of types of office machines; personal computer or terminal operation; write legible reports; develop effective working relationships with elected officials, legal professionals, law enforcement agencies; subordinates, and the public.

Must be 18 years of age.

Must possess a valid Current Mexico driver’s license.

Must be willing to work on-call and shift assignments.

Must complete “Secure Physical Management &

- Passive Restraint” course.

Must be a certified Detention Officer and maintain annually required training hours.

TAOS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, AGE SEX, ANCESTRY, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY, SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITION, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, SPOUSAL AFFILIATION OR GENDER IDENTITY.

Open Until Filled

Please Note: This posting gives only a brief description of the position. For copy of application and complete see www.taoscounty.org or contact Taos County Human Resources Department at 105 Albright Street, Taos, NM 87571; or (phone hidden).

📌 Detention Corporal (Pending Hire) (Manvi)
🏢 Taos County Sheriff
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