Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

What does the red Zia symbol mean? The Zia sun symbol represent the four cardinal directions, the four seasons of the year, the four period of each day (morning, noon, evening, and night), and the four seasons of life (childhood, youth, middle age, and old age). The centre of the sun symbol stands for life itself. The yellow field with red symbol pays recognition to the Aragon Realm of the conquistadors and their homeland in Spain.
JCV221: Metro Transport Officer

Metro Transport Officer

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCV221
2
None
       
       
Hourly
As Hourly
As Annual
17.41 - 19.45 - 22.40 USD Hourly
$17.41 - $19.45 - $22.40
$36,212.80 - $40,456.00 - $46,592.00

POSITION SUMMARY

Metro Transport Officer will provide a safe and secure environment for staff, inmates, and the public, under direct supervision in accordance with the American Correctional Association Standards (ACA). Enforce laws and departmental regulations that apply to detention and corrections.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist arresting officer with residents; receive store and release residents' property and maintain receipt records.
  • Coordinate arrangements for resident's court appearances.
  • Maintain order by applying use of force continuum and report unusual conditions, policy violations, disturbances, or indication of potential disorder to superiors.
  • Maintain security and inspect facilities to ensure the safety and security of residents; take periodic resident counts in all detention levels, work details and other resident-holding areas; account for residents outside cell areas.
  • Patrol designated areas of Metropolitan Court and the inmate holding unit; control traffic to and from assigned areas.
  • Administer emergency first aid if necessary; refer residents to the medical and psychiatric service unit and/or counselors.
  • Participate in fire and safety evacuation drills and related emergency situations.
  • Maintain logs and write reports as required by supervisor.
  • Abide by the Department Code of Ethics.
  • Apply of mechanical restraints such as cuffs and leg irons.
  • Supervise and escort inmates to court hearings.
  • Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
     

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or GED.


SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PREFFERED

  • One (1) year of work experience in law enforcement, criminal justice or related field is preferred.

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE


The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • This position is omnibus. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing.
  • Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
  • Employee must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain a valid license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Shift work is required.
  • The majority of essential duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
  • Outdoor duties are sometimes required in performance of essential duties and worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while performing outdoor duties.
  • Worker may be exposed to intermittent noise and vibration, a variety of fumes and odors, contagious diseases and potentially hostile and dangerous situations.
  • Indoor working surface is even and may be carpeted or tiled; indoor surfaces are typically dry and may involve the use of stairs.
  • Outdoor surface may be even or uneven and may be wet or dry. Outdoor surfaces may include natural ground, asphalt, or concrete.
  • Outdoor duties may involve the use of stairs or ladders and may be performed on inclines or hills.
  • Worker may perform duties with or without directions from a supervisor.
  • Worker may perform duties alone, or as part of a select team.
  • Work hazards include high stress level of job, operation of a vehicle.


EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Equipment typically used in the performance of office duties includes telephone, two-way radio, computer, printer, and copy machine.
  • Utilizes security equipment, restraint equipment, and mace as necessary, and weapons based on assignment.
  • Utilizes first aid equipment, oxygen, fire extinguishers and other safety equipment on an as needed basis.
  • Operates a county vehicle as assigned.
  • Materials and products typically handled in the performance of administrative duties include a wide variety of forms and paperwork, reports, various writing utensils and a wide assortment of other basic office supplies and materials.

Revision: 9/5/2025 9:23:56 AM