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Security Guard; DOH​/NMBHI

Job in Las Vegas, San Miguel County, New Mexico, 87701, USA
Listing for: New Mexico Department of Health
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-10
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Security Officer, Unarmed Security, Site Security
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 34320 - 51480 USD Yearly USD 34320.00 51480.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Security Guard (DOH/NMBHI #12692)

Posting Details

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Salary
  • $16.50 - $24.75 Hourly
  • $34,320 - $51,480 Annually
  • This position is a Pay Band C2
Why does the job exist?

Incumbent will have an obligation to manage its situations in such a way that it minimizes any possibilities of injury to clients, staff and other persons visiting the premises as well as provide security, loss control, and protection to the New Mexico Behavior Health Institute at Las Vegas (NMBHI), Community Based Services (CBS), and San Miguel/Mora Mental Health Services.

How does it get done?

Incumbent will conduct searches of new admissions, clients and visitors to prevent contraband from entering NMBHI. Check all buildings and ensure they are properly secured (all windows closed, doors locked, and lights off during non‑working hours) for NMBHI. As well as assist staff members with combative clients using CPI techniques and perform other related duties as assigned.

Who are the customers?

Patients/Residents/Clients/Staff

Ideal Candidate
  • Experience in working with fire alarm systems
  • Experience in checking fire extinguishers
  • Experience with ten‑code
Minimum Qualification

No prior experience or training required.

Employment Requirements
  • Must possess a valid Drivers License
  • Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate
Working Conditions

This position will perform work in both indoor and outdoor settings with exposure to potential hazards that may include but are not limited to, dealing with trespassers, vandals, and/or unruly clients. This position may require extended periods of walking and standing. Effective 01/01/2015, the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute became a 100% Tobacco Free/E‑Cigarette Free Campus. As such, no tobacco, tobacco products or E‑Cigarette products are permitted on any part of the campus.

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Agency Contact Information:
Dennis Garduno  Email

Agency Contact Information:
Kaylene Maldonado  Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

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