Special Agent (RLD #00004112)

Onsite$62,629 - $93,933/yrPosted Sep 24, 2026

Job details

Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Work type
Onsite
Compensation
$62,629 - $93,933/yr
Posted
Sep 24, 2026
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About this role

Salary

 

$30.11 - $45.16 Hourly

$62,624 - $93,936 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C8

Posting Details

 
The primary mission of the Securities Division of the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department is investor protection in order to preserve and strengthen a free and competitive securities market for New Mexico. The Securities Division, Enforcement Bureau, is responsible for the investigation of allegations of suspicious activity involving possible violations of the New Mexico Uniform Securities Act.

RLD participates in E-Verify and will verify employment upon hire.

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

Why does the job exist?

 
The Securities Division is tasked with enforcing the New Mexico Uniform Securities Act. Sworn peace officers with statewide jurisdiction are responsible for conducting complex investigations to determine if violations of the Securities Act have occurred. Investigations may result in in criminal, civil, or administrative actions initiated by the Division.

How does it get done?

 
Division Special Agents are responsible for conducting complex investigations and documenting their findings. Investigations frequently involve securities fraud and violations of other laws such as statutory fraud, money laundering, and embezzlement. The preparation of detailed, well written, investigative reports is critical for the successful prosecution of individuals with a strong emphasis on accurate financial analysis.  Special Agents work normal business hours but must also be available to work evenings and weekends to document suspicious activity and to meet with victims as necessary. Must be able to regularly/daily operate a provided state vehicle for purposes of essential travel to/from investigation sites and other locations as necessary to carry out the duties of the position.

Who are the customers?

 
The investigation and prosecution of individuals who violate the New Mexico Uniform Securities Act helps to assure investor confidence and fairness in New Mexico securities markets.

Ideal Candidate

 
The ideal candidate would have the following:

1.  Be a current sworn peace officer approved by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy in Santa Fe.
2.  Have at least four years experience specifically investigating white collar crimes including but not limited to loan fraud, bank fraud, securities fraud, money laundering, or embezzlement.
3.  Have a current active certification as a Certified Fraud Examiner as approved by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).

Minimum Qualification

 
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Political Science, or other related field and three (3) years of experience in law enforcement, criminal and/or white collar or economic/financial fraud investigations. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling seven (7) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must be a New Mexico Certified and Commissioned Law Enforcement Officer (Police Officer), or be eligible for Certification by Waiver, subject to the provisions of Chapter 29, Article 1 NMSA 1978, as set forth in 29-7-6 NMSA 1978, 29-7-10 NMSA 1978 and 10.29.6 NMAC, and as specifically enacted in statute, as established by the New Mexico Legislature, conferring statutory authority upon an agency to appoint, employ, and commission Police Officers pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 29 NMSA 1978 or pursuant to NMSA 1978, 60-13-9(G), 70-5-20 and 60-14-4(T).

Employment Requirements

 
This position is designated as safety sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol screening. Must possess and maintain current New Mexico Law Enforcement Certification. Must be a sworn New Mexico peace officer as recognized by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy in Santa Fe or must meet all qualifications and requirements, as established by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Board, to attend the two-week Certification by Waiver program in Santa Fe. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Employment is subject to post offer pre-employment criminal background check and is conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

 
Work is performed both in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminals as well as in the field involving meeting with victims and potential witnesses as well as conducting surveillances of individuals in order to document suspicious activity. Must be able to regularly/daily operate a provided state vehicle for purposes of essential travel to/from investigation sites and other locations as necessary to carry out the duties of the position.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Christopher Young, (505) 231-0864 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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