Notice of Vacancy

Police Patrol

 The City of Bayard is accepting applications for the position of a full-time Police Patrol. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and certification as a police officer by the New Mexico Law Enforcement with a minimum of five years patrol experience with three years supervisory experience. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Applicant must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license. Applicant must be free of physical impairments that would prevent performance of duties. Applicants will undergo thorough background investigations, interviews and psychological testing, as well as a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Fringe benefits include annual and sick leave, group health insurance and PERA retirement. All applications should be returned to Kristina Ortiz, Clerk-Treasurer, Bayard City Hall, 800 Central Avenue, P.O. Box 728, Bayard, NM 88023.

Applications may be picked up at the Bayard City Hall, 800 Central Avenue, Bayard, New Mexico. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. For questions or additional information on related duties, please contact Chief Willy Kerin at the Bayard Police Department (575) 537-3312.

The City of Bayard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reserves the right to reject any and all applications not in the best interest of the City of Bayard and to re-advertise for filling of the position.