Last verified: 2026-10-18. Every row links to the agency's official posting or announcement; blank fields mean the source did not state the value. Bonuses are usually paid in installments with a service commitment, so confirm with the agency before applying.
| # | Agency | State | Lateral bonus | Pay (annual) | Out-of-state | Closes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ruidoso Police Department Ruidoso · Municipal police | NM | None listed | $50,336 - $92,123 | Unknown | Unknown | Official source |
| 2 | Carlsbad Police Department Carlsbad · Municipal police | NM | $15,000 | $70,054 - $88,171 | Unknown | Continuous | Official source |
| 3 | Los Lunas Police Department Los Lunas · Municipal police | NM | $5,000 | $62,317 - $77,913 | Unknown | Continuous | Official source |
| 4 | Las Cruces Police Department Las Cruces · Municipal police | NM | $35,000 | $62,962 - $75,566 converted from $30.27-$36.33 hourly (x2080) | Yes | Unknown | Official source |
| 5 | Grant County Sheriff's Office Silver City · Sheriff's office | NM | None listed | $49,691 - $69,576 | Unknown | Continuous | Official source |
| 6 | San Juan County Sheriff's Office Sheriff's office | NM | None listed | $63,669 converted from $30.61 Hourly | Unknown | Unknown | Official source |
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