Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Reports To: Health Services Administrator / Facility Provider

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) supports the delivery of inmate healthcare by participating in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. Working under the supervision of Registered Nurses, the LPN/LVN provides clinical support, inmate education, and care activities consistent with their licensure, training, and demonstrated competencies.

Essential Job Duties

• Assists Registered Nurses in assessing the physical, psychological, and social health needs of inmates in the Health Care Unit and housing areas.

• Supports the development of individualized treatment plans, utilizing available resources and collaborating with RNs and other healthcare staff.

• Implements individualized treatment plans as directed by a Health Care Practitioner.

• Performs controlled substance, syringe, needle, and sharps counts with another staff member at the start of each shift; documents counts in required logs.

• Provides clinical and technical care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols, ensuring adherence to safety practices and standard precautions.

Responsibilities

·         Medication Administration

• Administers medications per practitioner orders and established protocols, including IV therapy when certified.

• Applies pharmacological knowledge, recognizes drug reactions and overdose indicators, and uses resources appropriately.

·         Diagnostics & Procedures

• Performs diagnostic tasks such as obtaining body fluid specimens and conducting EKGs using proper technique.

• Communicates diagnostic information to ancillary departments through established referral processes.

• Assists providers with medical and minor surgical procedures based on patient needs and provider direction.

·         Patient Care & Documentation

• Collects objective and subjective data during sick call evaluations and booking processes.

• Supports nutrition and therapeutic diet plans as ordered.

• Documents all nursing encounters using SOAPE charting in accordance with policy.

• Triages and assesses inmate healthcare requests.

• Communicates relevant information to nursing staff, practitioners, supervisory personnel, and other appropriate staff.

• Upholds inmate dignity and confidentiality.

·         Additional Duties

• Attends required staff meetings and training sessions.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program with current licensure in the state of employment.

• Must maintain valid licensure and CPR certification.

Employment Requirements

• Must pass a company-administered criminal background investigation.

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test (if applicable).

• Must comply with all aspects of the company’s substance abuse policy.

• Must obtain and maintain required security clearance.

• Must maintain all necessary certifications, licensure, and continuing education requirements.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Standing and frequent walking

• Climbing stairs

• Pushing/pulling carts

• Lifting up to 20 lbs routinely and up to 50 lbs occasionally

• Bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, and/or crawling

• Clear speech and speech recognition abilities

• Visual acuity for close‑range tasks

• Reading comprehension for written materials

• Deductive reasoning for problem‑solving

• Occasional running in emergency responses

Working Conditions

• Work is performed inside a correctional facility.

• May be exposed to risks including inmate interactions and bloodborne pathogens.

• Must follow all security procedures to minimize risk.

• May involve working with or near equipment presenting minor safety hazards.

Other Requirements

Employees must comply with all applicable County, State, Federal, and Local laws, regulations, administrative directives, and facility policies and proce 

Detention Captain      

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs first-line supervisory and professional correctional duties related to managing the daily operations of the Detention Center. Plans, directs and coordinates the jail to ensure the safety and security of employees, visitors, and prisoners.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Detention Administrator..

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Provides general to close supervision to the detention employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.        Manages the day-to-day operations of the county jail facility; establishes division priorities and projects; participates in the overall management of the department by proposing policy changes and implementing the same upon approval; provides field assessment of various policies and operating procedures; makes recommendations relating to policy, practices, and standard operating guidelines and procedures; prepares budget recommendations for the corrections division; monitors division expenditures to assure compliance with budget limitations;  prepares periodic reports as needed to apprise department management of various conditions and results.

2.        Acts as an executive administrator under the direction of the Detention Administrator; participates in setting and carrying out the vision, mission, and objectives for the facility; provides leadership and works with supervisors to develop and retain highly competent, service-oriented staff through selection, training, and day-to-day management practices that support the mission, objectives, and service expectations.

3.        Communicates performance of staff and their assigned subordinates for evaluation by the Administrator; communicates and monitors performance expectations and provides coaching for performance improvement.

4.        Assists in scheduling work, vacation, and compensatory days of direct reports; maintains records; evaluates subordinate performance.

5.        Assists in the development of staff detention skills; implements training programs and monitors staff progress; maintains departmental records showing training and certification achievements & activity; apprises staff of available training opportunities; coordinates training functions and in-house trainers.

6.        Monitors performance of division personnel; assures compliance with established performance expectations and standard operational procedures; makes recommendations affecting employee retention, advancement, discipline and discharge; reviews grievances and serves as the first level for resolution in the grievance process; assists with internal affairs investigations.

7.        Prepares special and recurring reports, recommends and implements changes to existing policies and procedures. Monitors and reviews service trends and recommends operational process changes. Assists in developing and implementing safety and security procedures.

8.        Oversees the control room operations, monitors controls and unit logs, recommends changes in work procedures and practices to improve operations, provides input to staff in handling situations with inmates; handles protective custody requests, resolves difficult or volatile inmate conflicts.

9.        Exercises direct supervision over detention officers, establishes work schedules, posts assignments, conducts performance evaluations, and mediates officer disputes.

10. Oversees security equipment, video equipment, key control, alarm systems, intercom systems, and other communication devices. Prepares reports of activities occurring within the facility, reviews reports submitted by detention sergeants, corporals, and officers, evaluates information, and recommends actions.

11. Interacts with outside agencies to assist in the coordination of detention services; responds to and resolves difficult inquiries and complaints from the general public, visitors, and outside agencies.

12. Handles inmate grievances; investigates reported wrongdoings and other circumstances that the inmate has expressed concerns about; documents findings, reports any major violations and/or grievances that require a higher level of authority.

13. Responsible for management of facility and/or asset maintenance and repair.

14. Oversees the RISE program.

15. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.        Education and Experience:

A. Graduation from High School or GED certification. B. Certified Correctional or Law Enforcement Officer;

 AND

C. Six (6) years of progressively responsible correctional, law enforcement, or leadership experience;

 OR

D. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

2.         Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of the 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, warrant definitions and special language, computer operations and related software, detention center security and policies; methods and techniques of effective supervision and teamwork; interpersonal communication skills; considerable knowledge of English, grammar and technical writing skills.

Working knowledge of budgets, basic purchasing, the basic principles of psychology, sociology and mental health issues found in a detention environment; basic understanding of the effects of narcotic use and withdrawals; elementary first aid techniques and procedures; principles of effective supervision and employee motivation; basic understanding of investigative techniques.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with inmates, the public, outside agencies and other departments; restrain physically violent prisoners; react quickly to novel situations under conditions of stress; define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and develop sound, independent conclusions and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules and policies; de-escalate hostile or stressful situations.

3.         Special Qualifications: (Certificates, Licenses, etc.)

Must have successfully completed the Corrections, Detention, or Law Enforcement Academy and be certified as a Law Enforcement or Correctional Officer.

Must work on-call 24 hours.

Must receive 40 hours of annual training to maintain certification.

Must pass a background investigation.

Must possess a valid New Mexico Driver’s License and undergo periodic State DMV license status verification.

             Must pass FEMA/NIMS and ICS courses as required for the position, within a time frame designated by administration

             . Complete designated LocalGovU curriculum within a one-year time period.

4.         Work Environment:

                          Functions of the position are generally performed in a controlled environment.  Occasional travel.  Many functions of the work pose a high degree of hazard uncertainty.  Physical readiness and conditioning may be a condition of job retention.  Various levels of mental application are required, i.e., memory for details, emotional stability, discriminating thinking, creative problem solving.  Continuous use of motor skills. Periodic exposure to the presence of blood-borne or airborne pathogens.

Detention Lieutenant                                                                                     

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs supervisory and professional correctional duties related to managing the daily operations of the Detention Center. Plans, directs, and coordinates the medical program of the jail to ensure the health, safety, and security of employees, visitors, and detainees.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Detention Administrator.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Provides general to close supervision to correctional officers and detention employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.        Oversees the day-to-day medical operations of the county jail facility, including but not limited to “med-pass”; establishes division priorities and projects; participates in the overall management of the department by proposing policy changes and implementing the same upon approval; makes recommendations relating to policy, practices and standard operating guidelines and procedures; prepares periodic reports as needed to apprise department management of various conditions and results.

2.        Coordinate the organization, staffing, and operational activities of detention staff; supervise and participate in the application of state statutes, county ordinances and departmental regulations and standard operating procedures regarding detention operations.

3.        Communicates performance of staff and their assigned subordinates for evaluation by the Administrator; communicates and monitors performance expectations and provides coaching for performance improvement.

4.        Assists in scheduling work, vacation, and compensatory days of direct reports; maintains records; evaluates subordinates’ performance.

5.        Identifies opportunities for improving methods and procedures of the program; reviews with Department Administration; implements improvements.

6.        Monitors performance of division personnel; assures compliance with established performance expectations and standard operational procedures; makes recommendations affecting employee retention, advancement, discipline, and recommendations of discharge; reviews grievances and serves as the first level for resolution in the grievance process; assists with internal affairs investigations.

7.        Prepares special and recurring reports, recommends and, when authorized, implements changes to existing policies and procedures. Monitors and reviews service trends and recommends operational process changes. Assists in developing and implementing safety and security procedures.

8.        Oversees the control room operations, monitors controls and unit logs, recommends changes in work procedures and practices to improve operations, provides input to staff in handling situations with inmates; handles protective custody requests, resolves difficult or volatile inmate conflicts.

9.        Oversees security equipment, video equipment, key control, alarm systems, intercom systems, and other communication devices. Prepares reports of activities occurring within the facility, reviews reports submitted by detention sergeants and officers, evaluates information and recommends actions.

10. Interacts with outside agencies to assist in the coordination of detention services; responds to and resolves difficult inquiries and complaints from the general public, visitors, and outside agencies.

11. May handle inmate grievances; investigates reported wrongdoings and other circumstances that the inmate has expressed concerns about, documents findings, reports any major violation and/or grievances that require a higher level authority.

12. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.        Education and Experience:

A. Graduation from High School or GED certification

B. Certified Correctional or Law Enforcement Officer;

AND

C. four (4) years of detention, correctional or law enforcement experience; including one year of experience supervising staff in a detention facility;

OR

D. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

2.         Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of the 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, SCDC Standard Operating Policies and Procedures, courtroom security methods and processes, inmate transportation security methods, court processes and protocol, warrant definitions and special language, computer operations and related software, detention center security and policies; methods and techniques of effective supervision and teamwork; interpersonal communication skills; considerable knowledge of English, grammar and technical writing skills.

Working knowledge of basic principles of psychology, sociology and behavioral/mental health issues found in a detention environment; basic understanding of the effects of narcotic use and withdrawals; demonstratable capability to understand and analyze materials, supplies and prescription and medication inventories, elementary first aid techniques and procedures; basic understanding of investigative techniques.  Knowledge of Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards; laws and regulations applicable to the operation of holding facilities.  Knowledge of computer equipment and software such as Jail Tracker for spreadsheets and databases:  statistical analysis, research methods and report presentation.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with inmates, the public, outside agencies, colleagues and subordinates and other departments; demonstratable knowledge regarding methodologies and practical application of restraining physically violent prisoners; react quickly to novel situations under conditions of stress; prepare clear and concise reports;

3.         Special Qualifications: (Certificates, Licenses, etc.)

Must have successfully completed the Corrections, Detention or Law Enforcement Academy and be certified as a Law Enforcement or Correctional Officer.

Must work on-call 24 hours.

Must receive 40 hours of annual training to maintain certification.

Must pass a background investigation.

Must possess a valid New Mexico Driver’s License and undergo periodic State DMV license status verification.

             Must pass FEMA/NIMS and ICS courses as required for the position, within a time frame designated by administration

             . Complete designated LocalGovU curriculum within a one-year time period.

4.         Work Environment:

             Functions of the position are generally performed in a controlled environment.  Occasional travel.  Many functions of the work pose a high degree of hazard uncertainty.  Physical readiness and conditioning may be a condition of job retention.  Various levels of mental application required, i.e. memory for details, emotional stability, discriminating thinking, creative problem solving.  Continuous use of motor skills. Periodic exposure to the presence of blood borne or airborne pathogens.

Detention Officer / Maintenance

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of entry level law enforcement duties related to the security, safety, order, operation and maintenance of county jail facilities, including incarceration and detention of prisoners.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the close to general supervision of the Corrections Captain, Sergeant or Detention Administrator.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.        Corrections: Receives ongoing on-the-job training; attends academy training sessions receiving instruction in the duties, responsibilities, liabilities and physical environment associated with the correction officer functions; assists with processing of inmate grievances.

2.        Supervises inmates in county jail in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures while assuming responsibility for all needs (physical, medical, etc.) of the prisoners during detention; issues medications as prescribed by physicians.

3.        Performs various tasks associated with inmate admissions; books prisoners; reviews offense status and classification (violent, non-violent, etc.) to determine appropriate level of security and confinement; performs releases and required by court order; conducts strip searches.

4.        Observes conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes; searches inmates and cells for contraband articles; patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infractions of rules and unsatisfactory attitudes or adjustment of prisoners, and reports observations to supervisor; performs inmate supervision during recreation and meal periods.

5.        Inspects locks, grills, doors and gates for tampering; conducts cell “shake-downs” and inspections; employs various forms of discipline as needed to maintain order among prisoners, if necessary.

6.        Supervises prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, prisons, work details, or other points, traveling by automobile or public transportation as required; locks prisoner(s) in cell after searching for weapons, valuables or drugs.

7.        Secures all valuables and/or belongings and follows standard procedures designated for the disposing or maintaining of the same; orders and serves meals to prisoners and provides or obtains medical aid if needed; administers medication as prescribed by doctor.

8.        Prepares arrest records including reports, bookings, releases, fingerprinting and mug shot photography (identifying the prisoner and charge against him/her); assists in the maintenance of various records and information reporting materials and data base.

9.        Supervises trustees or prisoners on general work details inside and outside of jail; performs general maintenance of jail facility and environs; repairs safety and security devices; cleans and sanitizes cells; maintains inmate recreation area and equipment.

10.     Maintain and repair various equipment and mechanical instruments to include; Valves for showers/sinks/toilets, pull pumps and maintain the sewer system, adjust and repair the H-VAC systems throughout the facility, replace filters for all ventilation monthly, ensure working thermostats, repair sally port gates, maintain or replace various serpentine and V-belts in facility, install or repair locks or door sensors, replace lights throughout the facility, maintain commercial washers and dryers.

11.     Must be on call in the event of a facility emergency where sewer, water, or heat may be compromised.

12.     Work closely with outside agencies where licensed work must be done.

13.     Upkeep and maintain repair records working closely with the Detention Center’s Records Clerk and Administrative Assistant.

14.     May participate in extradition transports; moves inmates to and from various interstate locations.

15.     Performs other related duties and work orders as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.         Education and Experience:

A. Graduation from high school plus successful completion of Academy training leading to the acquisition of a Correctional Officer Certification;

AND

B. No experience necessary.

2.         Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Some knowledge of the fundamentals of proper search and seizure; federal, state and local laws and regulations related to jail activities; dispatch communication equipment; basic principles of psychology and sociology; elementary first aid techniques and procedures.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with inmates, the public and other departments; restrain physically violent prisoners; react quickly to various situations under conditions of stress.

3.         Special Qualifications

Must have successfully completed the Corrections Academy and be certified as a Correctional Officer.

Must work on-call 24 hours.

Must receive 40 hours annual training to maintain certification.

Must pass a background investigation.

Must possess a valid New Mexico Driver’s License and undergo periodic State DMV license status verification.

             Must pass FEMA/NIMS and ICS courses as required for the position, within a time frame designated by administration

4.         Work Environment:

             Functions of the position generally performed in a controlled environment.  Occasional travel.  Many functions of the work pose high degree of hazard uncertainty.  Physical readiness and conditioning may be a condition of job retention.  Various levels of mental application required, i.e., memory for details, emotional stability, discriminating thinking, creative problem solving.  Continuous use of motor skills. Periodic exposure to the presence of blood borne or airborne pathogens.

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  Administrative Manager-Assessor's Office

GENERAL PURPOSE

Provides supervisory level professional customer service and clerical duties by completing technical, administrative, and/or business-related tasks for a variety of office services to expedite the ongoing day-to-day functions of the Assessor's Office.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Assessor and Chief Deputy Assessor. 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Clerical and Appraiser Staff

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.                Serves as the primary administrative and staff support for the Assessor and Chief Deputy Assessor by performing a wide variety of specialized office management, administrative, and support tasks to maintain the efficient operations of the County Assessor's Office. Serves as the primary resource for information about policies, programs, processes, and procedures.

2.                Supervise, maintain, and prepare customer correspondence; assist customers in person and on the telephone; provide routine information to customers and resolve customer problems in person or over the telephone, including but not limited to maps, appraisal cards, permanent cards, ownership/assessment records, using policies, procedures, tables, charts, ledgers, and other devices. Will assist other Assessor employees to address customer questions, problems, and concerns.

3.                Supervise, maintain, and prepare business personal property renditions; work with City of Socorro, Magdalena, etc. to obtain current business licenses. Will prepare, enter, and correct all information regarding annual valuation freezes. Will supervise and assist with Head of Household, Veteran's and Disabled Veterans exemptions, if needed.

4.                Performs general preparation, management, and accounting for various accounts and budgets, i.e., responsible for Assessor budget preparations.

5.               Coordinates purchasing needs; will review departmental expenditures to assure compliance with established policies and procedures; monitors in the processing of purchase orders; orders and maintains office supplies; processes invoices for payment. Maintains leases and contracts for map scanner, map printer, copier, postage machine, etc. Will serve as liaison for office P-Cards; works closely with Procurement Department if needed.

6.                Schedules travel arrangements for Assessor's Office personnel; delivers travel information to Assessor's Office personnel. In charge of maintaining and executing any education that Assessor's Office employees may require.

7.                Assists in maintaining and preparing annual notice of value statements for property owners; assists appraisal mapping and addressing personnel; assists in performing deed transfers; understands and deciphers legal descriptions. Assists in the coordination of special projects and assignments as required; proofreads drafts of correspondence; may coordinate public relations notices; responsible for relaying informational maintenance of the County website regarding Assessor's Office.

8.                Types/word processes various reports and documents; reviews content for accuracy and completeness; makes grammatical and technical changes to content as needed; performs routine research and gathers data as needed to compile or complete reports as requested by Assessor and/or Chief Deputy Assessor.

9.               Maintains calendar; schedules and coordinates meetings and appointments; apprises Assessor and Chief Deputy Assessor of scheduled events, activities, committee meetings, commission meetings, staff meetings, etc.; follows up on appointment schedules as needed to verify appointment and meeting commitments. Sets up and coordinates meetings and conferences.

10.          Maintains assessor employees' Executime time-keeping accounts. Will process each hourly employee's time on a bi-weekly basis into the database.

                 11.            Will perform other duties as assigned.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

■    Monitors and maintains department budget, and prepares purchasing documentation

■        Manages all purchasing, invoicing, and recordkeeping for the Assessor's Office

■        Responsible for maintaining Assessor's Office hourly employees' 'time'

■        Responsible for maintaining and managing Valuation Freeze accounts for tax payers

           ■        Assists in maintaining and preparing annual notice of value statements

■        Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

           ■        Maintains leases and contracts for various office equipment

■        Maintains and executes travel and education for Assessor's Office employees

■        Assists customers in person and on the phone; provides routine information to customers and resolves customer problems in person or over the phone; included but not limited to ownership/assessment records, maps, appraisal cards, permanent cards, etc.

Performs other duties as assigned that are congruent with the function and responsibilities listed and are contemporaneous in their assignment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.                    Education and Experience:

A.       Five (5) years of specialized training in general to advanced office practices and procedures, PC operation, and various software applications;

AND 

B.       Eight (8) years of responsible experience related to the above duties;

OR

C.       An equivalent combination of education or experience.

2.                   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Extensive knowledge of general office maintenance and practices; filing systems (alpha and numeric), recording and filing procedures and methodologies; letter composition, grammar, spelling and punctuation; operation of word processor terminal; operation of standard office equipment; basic mathematics; basic accounting or bookkeeping; interpersonal communication skills and telephone etiquette; basic public relations; interpreting policies and procedures; methods of and techniques of data collection and report preparation; activities and services provided by local, county government; principle and practices of general management, supervision, and training.

Skill in the use and operation of various office machines, i.e., fax, copy machine, scanners, postage machine, computer, telephone, shredder, binding machine, etc.

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; work independently in meeting various time deadlines and work pressures; evaluate programs and processes for efficiency; effectively deal with stress caused by strict deadlines and work volume; exercise initiative, interpret, apply, and explain pertinent laws, ordinances, and regulations; independent judgment and to act resourcefully under varying conditions; maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive administrative information; perform basic mathematical calculations; operate personal computer (windows) in utilizing various programs (MS Word, Excel, Page Maker, Power Point, etc.) to produce or compose formal documents, reports and records; establish and maintain comprehensive records and files; operate standard office equipment; develop effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.

Senior Equipment Operator III    

Hourly Rate: $24.00                                                                  

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs advanced level skilled tasks in the operations and maintenance of light and heavy duty equipment as needed to construct, maintain, or repair county roads and service systems. Performs as a trouble shooter with competence at master level in all aspects of heavy equipment operation.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general direction of Road Supervisor or Foreman.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None. May provide oversight to the Maintenance Operators I&II while in training or on new equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.        Performs pre-trip inspection to ensure safe operations of trucks and equipment per regulations.

2.        Preforms work orders; assists labor crews; may flag traffic around work site.

3.        Repairs, builds or installs, sewer pipes, man holes, catch basins, lift stations, valves and/or leaks; may cut and thread pipes.

4.        Operates trucks, dump trucks and pups, snow plow and sanders in hauling, plowing and cleaning streets and highways; repairs and replaces highway markers and road signs; operates mower to clear and maintain weed growth; controls tree growth in the right-of-ways; operates dozer as needed to control fires by pushing fire breaks.

5.        Operates specialized heavy equipment such as dozer, and medium equipment such as backhoe, front-end loader, water wagon, oiling truck; operates sweeper, chipper, roller, tractor, and other similar equipment in the maintenance, construction and repair of county road system; monitors flood control channels to prevent blockage, clears culverts of debris; repairs pot holes, highway shoulders, lays road cover and gravel.

6.        Operates a loader to move materials into dump trucks and hoppers, set and back-fill structures and pipes to repair erosion and washouts, and dig out bad road materials.

7.        Checks and services assigned equipment; performs routine maintenance and emergency repairs; reports mechanical problems to supervisor and the shop for repair; operates a variety of hand and power tools in performing general maintenance of vehicles and equipment; may assist in the fabrication of equipment parts.

8.        Performs diverse duties as needed to assist in the operation of rock crusher; assists in the stockpiling of gravel, chips and rock utilized in building road base and surfacing.

9.        Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.                    Education and Experience:

A.         Sufficient education and training to demonstrate an aptitude or ability to perform above and related duties;

AND

B.         Ten (10) years of experience in operation and maintenance of medium and heavy sized equipment;

OR

C.        An equivalent combination of education and experience.

 2.         Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of various light to heavy equipment; hazards and safety precautions related to construction and equipment operation; traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations; construction methods and procedures typical to county service systems; equipment parts and preventive maintenance for the same.

Journey level skill in the operation of heavy mechanized equipment as required by the position, i.e., Roller, Sweeper, Chipper Box, 10-Wheel Dump, Loader, Belly Dump, Track Loader, Cat/Dozer, Road Grader, Sanders, Water Truck, etc.

Ability to operate simple to complex heavy duty equipment; operate heavy equipment in various conditions; perform manual tasks for sustained periods of time; perform minor equipment maintenance and repair; follow written and verbal instructions; read and understand prints and plans; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, the public and supervisors.

A performance examination will be required to demonstrate the incumbent can operate the equipment needed to perform the essential functions of the next level.

3.         Special Qualifications:

Must pass FEMA/NIMS and ICS courses as required for the position, within a time frame designated by administration.

Must possess a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A) and undergo periodic State DMV license status verification.

Ten (10) years of experience operating heavy and light equipment or an equivalent amount of education and/or experience.

Obtain training required to operate dozer as needed to control fires by pushing fire breaks.

4.         Work Environment:

Tasks require variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, and lifting.  Aspects of the work require talking, hearing and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity exist.  Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and some creative problem solving.  Continuous travel in automobile or heavy equipment required in job performance.

This is the third of a three-level series in the Equipment Operator job family.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION

At this level the work usually requires an advanced to master skill level. The incumbent performs an extensive range of operator tasks. These include performing responsible and/or difficult processes, as well as interpreting and applying both general and departmental policies and procedures. A supervisor defines the objectives, priorities, and deadlines of the work, but the incumbent plans and performs successive steps and resolves problems independently.