Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center - MDC

05/29/2026

Congratulations are in order for Metropolitan Detention Center Officers Jessica Roybal and K-9 Kobe! The pair recently took home second place in the Kirtland Airforce Base Military Working Dog Competition in the category of drug detection.

In addition to dominating in competitions such as this one, Officer Roybal and Kobe play a vital role helping to keep MDC safe.

Great job, officers!

05/29/2026

Congratulations are in order for Metropolitan Detention Center Officers Jessica Roybal and K-9 Kobe! The pair recently took home second place in the Kirtland Airforce Base Military Working Dog Competition in the category of drug detection.

In addition to dominating in competitions such as this one, Officer Roybal and Kobe play a vital role helping to keep MDC safe.

Great job, officers!

05/22/2026

Today, the Metropolitan Detention Center Honor Guard took part in the New Mexico Law Enforcement memorial service in Santa Fe, honoring the brave men and women of our state who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service and protection of others.

Thank you to the NM Law Enforcement Academy for the honor of participating in this event. And thank you to the families of those fallen men and women.

05/10/2026

National Correctional Officers Week ends today, and MDC once again recognizes the work of our officers and staff. Their dedication to mission and community is tireless and MDC is honored that they are part of this family. Thank you, officers, for yesterday, today, and tomorrow!

Are you interested in a career in corrections? MDC IS HIRING!

Positions are open for corrections officers, corrections techs, non-security/civilian positions, and more!

Corrections officers earn $22.37 an hour while completing the academy, and $23.50 after graduation. After completing one year as a probationary employee, officers earn $24.67.

New officers receive a $5,000 hiring incentive and experienced officers can receive up to $10,000!

Head to mdcrecruiting.com for more information or to start an application today!

05/04/2026

National Corrections Officers Week is underway! This week was first established in 1984 and recognizes the often dangerous, challenging, crucial, and routinely under appreciated work of corrections officers and professionals.

Thank you to all of MDC’s dedicated corrections officers and staff! We appreciate your unwavering commitment to our critical mission of keeping our community safe!

04/18/2026

Today is Metro Public Safety Day! Come visit us and other first responders! Check out emergency equipment, working dogs, and other exciting safety tools. Interested in a career at MDC? Recruiters are available to answer any questions about career possibilities.

The event is the Bernalillo County Public Safety Training Academy, 3801 Broadway Blvd SE, Albuquerque, and lasts until 2 p.m.

See you soon!

04/17/2026

The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center is proud to announce this week we graduated one of our largest cadet class of all time!

44 cadets turned corrections officers are now ready to hit the ground running at MDC!

Congrats, Class 262! We know you are going to do BIG things!

04/03/2026

Are you looking to learn more about public safety and first responders?

Join us for Metro Public Safety Day on April 18!

This family-friendly event brings together more than 50 public safety agencies from across the state!

Come meet first responders, see emergency equipment up close, and learn how we all work together to keep our community safe!

Want to play a critical role in ensuring that safety? The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center’s Recruiting Team will be on-site to answer questions about starting your career at MDC!

When:
Saturday, April 18th
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Where:
Bernalillo County Public Safety Training Academy
3801 Broadway Blvd SE, Albuquerque

We hope to see you there!

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03/19/2026

On March 12, 2026, MDC officers and staff visited V. Sue Cleveland High School. There, they spoke to Mr. Booker’s criminal justice class about their experience working in corrections. Correctional services can be a challenging career field, but it can also be rewarding, directly seeing the positive influence one can have on inmates.

Are you interested in a career in corrections? MDC IS HIRING!

Positions are open for corrections officers, corrections techs, non-security/civilian positions, and more!

Corrections officers earn $22.37 an hour while completing the academy, and $23.50 after graduation. After completing one year as a probationary employee, officers earn $24.67.

New officers receive a $5,000 hiring incentive and experienced officers can receive up to $10,000!

Head to mdcrecruiting.com for more information or to start an application today!