{"id":1927608,"url":"https://alion.io/job/nm-counties-lieutenant-detention-center","title":"Lieutenant- Detention Center","company":{"id":2001029,"name":"NM Counties","domain":"nmcounties.org","url":"https://alion.io/company/nmcounties","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"HR","role_family":"HR","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":60902,"max":99340,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":99340},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-05T20:42:21Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-05","last_verified_at":"2026-10-19T00:21:21Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":14,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":14},"description":"NOTICE TO APPLICANT\nApplications must be submitted by 11:59 PM MST the day before the posted End Date.You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.\nOnly the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.\n**An assessment will be administered**\nJob Description\nPURPOSE SUMMARY. Provides command and supervisory oversight of assigned detention center operations and personnel. Plans, coordinates, and directs activities within an assigned shift, section, or functional area to maintain the safety, security, and orderly operation of the facility and ensure the health, safety, and welfare of detainees.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES.\nThis is a safety-sensitive position.\n1. General Operations and Supervision\nDirect and monitor assigned detention center operations, security activities, and personnel to maintain safe, secure, and continuous facility operations.\nOversee intake, release, detainee movement, activities, and related facility processes in accordance with established policies, procedures, and security standards.\nEnsure compliance with applicable County and Detention Center policies, procedures, regulations, operational standards, and legal requirements.\nRespond to and coordinate appropriate actions during emergencies, critical incidents, security concerns, and other significant operational events; communicate significant matters to command staff.\nIdentify operational concerns, security risks, and emerging issues; take appropriate action and provide recommendations to command staff.\nSupervise Detention Sergeants, Detention Officers, and other assigned personnel; provide direction, coaching, and accountability for performance and compliance with operational expectations.\nCoordinate staffing assignments, schedules, leave, training, and operational coverage to maintain adequate staffing levels.\nEvaluate employee performance and address deficiencies through coaching, corrective action, or recommendations for discipline in accordance with established procedures and delegated authority.\nReview complaints, incidents, employee injuries, workers’ compensation matters, and other operational concerns; coordinate appropriate follow-up and documentation in accordance with established procedures.\nReview subordinate reports and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures; identify concerns and provide recommendations to command staff.\nMonitor detainee services, privileges, and facility practices to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures, and security standards.\nParticipate in the development and implementation of operational procedures, practices, and improvements within assigned areas of responsibility.\nServe as a liaison between assigned operations and command staff to support communication, coordination, and operational effectiveness.\nParticipate in meetings, briefings, training, oral boards, promotional processes, and employee selection activities as assigned.\nIf Assigned: Unit Managers & Shift Commanders\nPlan and monitor staffing levels, overtime budgets, schedules, and post assignments to support effective facility operations.\nAnalyze daily, weekly, and monthly staffing and security requirements to ensure appropriate facility coverage.\nAssign personnel to specific sections and posts; monitor shift activities; and address short-term and long-term security concerns.\nSupervise assigned Sergeants and Detention Officers to ensure compliance with operational requirements.\nRepresent administration during after-hours operations and weekends.\nRespond to high-profile media inquiries in accordance with administrative direction and established protocols.\nIf Assigned: Booking Department\nOversee Booking, Dispositions, and Transport operations, including intake, release, court attendance, and detainee transportation, to ensure compliance with established procedures and legal requirements.\nPerform and review sentence calculations and related documentation for accuracy.\nOversee detainee transportation for court appearances, medical appointments, court-ordered placements, and other authorized destinations.\nPrepare and review Booking Department reports and related documentation.\nCoordinate with other Lieutenant assignments to support continuity of detention center operations as needed.\nIf Assigned: Classification Department\nOversee the detainee classification process to support objective, consistent, and documented housing and separation decisions.\nEnsure detainees are processed through the classification system within required timeframes and in accordance with established procedures.\nReview authorized records, databases, court information, and other available information to support classification and housing decisions.\nEnsure classification staff develop detainee profiles and assign housing based on identified needs, risk factors, correctional history, behavioral history, current charges, and other authorized information.\nOversee the preparation and processing of disciplinary actions, detainee grievances, and detainee work programs in accordance with established procedures.\nIf Assigned: Training Department\nPlan, coordinate, and implement detention officer training programs, cadet academies, certification courses, and required policy or refresher training.\nCoordinate instructors, trainers, training schedules, records, and resources to maintain required certifications and compliance with applicable standards.\nIdentify training needs and recommend programs or resources to address operational and regulatory requirements.\nAssist with recruitment, coordination, and maintenance of the Special Operations Response Team (S.O.R.T.) as assigned.\nCoordinate S.O.R.T. resources, provisions, training, and operational guidelines to support emergency response activities.\nIf Assigned: Professional Standards Unit\nRespond to and review internal and external complaints involving alleged policy violations, misconduct, or performance concerns in accordance with established procedures.\nReview use-of-force incidents, logs, video records, accident reports, referrals, and related documentation for compliance with applicable policies and reporting requirements.\nConduct or coordinate administrative inquiries and investigations involving alleged policy violations, administrative misconduct, or operational concerns in accordance with established procedures and delegated authority.\nReview investigative findings with the Detention Professional Standards Committee (DPSC) and provide recommendations regarding appropriate administrative or disciplinary action.\nCoordinate with Internal Affairs personnel regarding concurrent investigations or matters involving potential criminal violations.\nParticipate in pre-determination hearings and disciplinary proceedings and coordinate supporting evidence and witness information in accordance with established procedures.\nADDITIONAL DUTIES. Other duties as assigned.\nQUALIFICATIONS.\nA. Education. High School Diploma or equivalent.\nB. Experience. Five (5) years of experience in a detention facility, correctional institute, or similar type program that dealt with the adjudication and incarceration of individuals in a confined and controlled environment; to include two (2) years minimum as a sergeant or equivalent supervisor role position in a detention facility, correctional institute, or similar type program as defined above.\nC. Education/Experience substitution. In accordance with County Policy. No substitution for required supervisory experience. No substitution for required education.\nD. Licenses/Certifications. Valid driver’s license. Must maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy. CPR, First Aid, Controlled F.O.R.C.E, and Firearms certification is required within six (6) months of hire. Successful completion of CIT 2 and CPI training within six (6) months of hire.\nE. Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.). Must undergo and pass pre-employment background and driving record check; NCIC check, credibility/deception assessment, psychological exam, and medical/drug screening. Employees promoted internally must have successfully completed the Detention Center academy prior to appointment. External hires are required to attend and successfully complete the seven-week academy.\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:\nKnowledge of:\nDetention center operations, security practices, and correctional principles.\nApplicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and professional standards governing detention operations.\nPrinciples and practices of personnel supervision, performance management, staffing, scheduling, and employee development.\nDetainee intake, release, movement, classification, housing, transportation, discipline, and grievance processes.\nEmergency management, critical incident response, risk assessment, and facility security practices.\nAdministrative investigations, use-of-force review, evidence handling, and disciplinary processes.\nReport preparation, records management, documentation standards, and confidentiality requirements.\nundefined\nSkill in:\nSupervising, directing, and evaluating detention personnel.\nCoordinating staffing, schedules, assignments, resources, and daily facility operations.\nAssessing security, staffing, personnel, and operational risks and implementing appropriate responses.\nResponding to critical incidents, emergencies, conflicts, and other complex or sensitive situations.\nInterpreting and applying laws, policies, procedures, and operational standards.\nReviewing reports, investigations, use-of-force incidents, and other documentation for accuracy and compliance.\nCommunicating operational information, recommendations, and decisions effectively with employees, command staff, administration, and external stakeholders.\nundefined\nAbility to:\nCoordinate and oversee assigned shift, section, or functional area operations to maintain safety, security, accountability, and continuity of services.\nMake sound, timely, and objective decisions in routine, emergency, and rapidly changing situations.\nAnalyze information from multiple sources and develop appropriate recommendations or courses of action.\nHold employees accountable for performance, conduct, and compliance with established standards.\nConduct or oversee sensitive investigations and disciplinary processes with objectivity, confidentiality, and procedural fairness.\nManage multiple priorities and adapt to changing operational conditions and organizational needs.\nCommunicate effectively and maintain professional working relationships with employees, detainees, command staff, outside agencies, and other stakeholders.\nMaintain composure, exercise discretion, and demonstrate sound judgment in stressful or confrontational situations.\nCompensation Range\n$60,902.40 - $99,340.80Doña Ana County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to abide by all federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of a person’s race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability, serious medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, spousal affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other unlawful criteria, except where a reasonable Bona Fide Occupational Qualification exists.\nDoña Ana County will make reasonable accommodation(s) for the known physical or mental limitations of an applicant with a disability, upon request, unless the accommodation(s) would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the County. 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