Union County

Union County is the northeastern most county in New Mexico.

The county was formed in 1894 and borders Colorado to the north, and Oklahoma and Texas to the east. Created by an act of the territorial legislation, the county was officially recognized on January 1, 1894 when the first slate of elected county officials were sworn in to office. The county is named “Union” because the citizens were united in their desire for the creation of a new county out of three existing NM counties. History has it that Thomas Edward “Black Jack” Ketchum is the only person hanged in Union County.

Clayton is the county seat and named for a son of U.S. Senator Stephen W. Dorsey of Arkansas. The population in the county is approximately 4,183 covering a total area of 3,831 square miles.

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Upcoming Events

Detention Field Training Officer @ 1851 Copper Loop, Las Cruces, NM

Feb 23 @ 8:00 am – Feb 24 @ 5:00 pm

Description

This training is designed specifically for the detention environment and will review the role of a detention FTO. This role is critical in maintaining safety and compliance within detention facilities. Proper training ensures that new officers are well prepared to handle the challenges of their positions. It provides instruction on adult learning principles, documentation, evaluation, and best practices for mentoring and developing new detention officers.

This course is free to NMC Law Enforcement Insurance pool members.

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CIT – 40 hour Crisis Intervention Training @ PSPG, 8341 Washington St. NE. Albq., NM

Mar 23 @ 8:00 am – Mar 27 @ 5:00 pm

Description

This 40-hour training provides verbal de-escalation, crisis intervention, and mental health awareness training. It is intended for Sheriff Deputies, Detention Staff, Firefighter and Emergency Medical First Responders. Course is free to NMC Law Enforcement Pool members. Non-pool members may inquire about attending (based on availability) for a fee. See attached flyer for more details.

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Instructor Development (Train the Trainer) @ Northern Part of State, Location TBD

Mar 30 @ 8:00 am – Apr 3 @ 5:00 pm

This weeklong class will give you the foundation to become a professional and dynamic instructor. You will learn the principles of learning and teaching, and the qualities of a good instructor. This course is accredited by the NMLEA and is free to NMC Law Enforcement Insurance Pool members. Non-members may inquire about attending (pending availability) for a fee. Course detail in attached flyer.

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