We Are Recruiting!

The Belen Police Department is actively seeking highly motivated individuals who wish to begin a rewarding career in law enforcement to join our team. The Belen Police Department offers competitive pay and an outstanding benefit package.
If you are interested in the fast pace and exciting career, then we want to talk with you.
Please contact Detective Joe Rodriguez at 505-966-2759 for more information.

Community Involvement

  1. National Nights Out
  2. Cops to Tots Toy Drive
  3. DWI Checkpoints
  4. Operation Buckle Down
  5. 100 Days and Nights of Summer
  6. Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics
  7. Tip a Cop for the Special Olympics

Specialty Units

  • Criminal Investigation Division
  • Regional SWAT
  • Task Force Officer opportunities
  • General/Specialty Instructor Opportunities
  • Recruiting/Professional Standards
  • School Resource Officer (SRO)
  • Opportunity for Advancement

Generous Fringe Benefit Package

  • 90% Medical
  • 5% PERA (Police Plan 5)
  • All equipment provided
  • Clothing allowance ($1,000 annually)
  • Uncertified pay: $22.14
  • Certified/Lateral pay: $23.79
  • Take home vehicle
  • Pay while in the academy

Requirements

  • Able to pass physical fitness, written, oral, medical, and psychological examination, background, and pre-employment tests
  • Able to communicate with the public
  • US Citizen, 18 years or older, High School Diploma or GED
  • No Felony convictions or adverse driving record
  • Must be able to work flexible schedule
Interested? Questions? Contact Detective J. Rodriguez by email or call 505-966-2759. Click here to apply online now.
The Belen Police Department is actively seeking highly motivated individuals who wish to begin a rewarding career in law enforcement to join our team. There is a physical exam date on Saturday June 24th at 9am at the Belen high School 1619 Delgado Ave Belen, NM 87002. The Belen Police Department offers competitive pay and an outstanding benefit package. If you are interested in the fast pace and exciting career, then we want to talk with you. Please contact Detective Joe Rodriguez at 505-966-2759 for more information.

Mission Statement

The Belen Police Department is dedicated to providing excellent service through partnership that builds trust, reduces crime, creates a safe environment, and enhances the quality of life in our community.

We are committed to these principles:

INTEGRITY

We have integrity. We adhere to the highest moral and ethical standards. We are honest and sincere in dealing with each other and the community. We have the courage to uphold these principles and are proud that they guide us in all we do. 

RESPECT

We show respect. We recognize the value of our diversity and treat all people with kindness, tolerance, and dignity. We cherish and protect the rights, liberties, and freedoms of allas granted by the constitutions and laws of the United States and the State of New Mexico.

FAIRNESS

We act with fairness. Objective, impartial decidsions and policies are the foundation of our interactions. We are consistent in our treatment of all people. Our actions are tempered with reason and equity.

Apply Today to Start Your Career!

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