Business Unit: 23800
Court Services Specialist #00054404-23800, Full-Time, Perm, in Taos, NM
# of Positions: 1
Opening Date: 07-21-2026 -
Close Date: -
Target Pay Range/Rate: $19.773-$22.244 per hour or $41,044.64-$46,267.52 annually
The Eighth Judicial District Court is recruiting for a Court Services Specialist #00054404-23800. To include, serves as a court bailiff, and provides courtroom security management, assisting Judges, Jurors, and other parties during courtroom proceedings, announce Judge's entrance into/departure from courtroom, ensure proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings, set-up/take care of courtroom during proceedings, coordinate with law enforcement agencies on transportation of inmates to/from courtroom, maintain/secure exhibits entered as evidence, provide juror customer service and jury management services, and other court safety/security and equipment assistance in collaboration and cooperation with court monitors, as needed. May assist with equipment, vehicle management and safety/security in and around the courthouse. Due to budgetary constraints the salary for this position will not be outside of the target pay range of $19.773- $22.244. Finalist(s) will be subject to criminal background checks.
EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES
- The Court Services Specialist is responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating project and security activities, and office functions.
- Prepares, drafts, proofreads, edits, and disseminates documents and correspondence including pleadings.
- Dockets and enters case data and processes into the case management system.
- Maintains a docket or calendar and prepares reports, mail, fax, or documents such as notices, motions, opinions, orders, records, pleadings, memorandum in opposition, and case materials.
- Provides meeting support, sets up information technology / audio / visual equipment, troubleshoots problems, and coordinate’s location.
- Ensures accurate court fees are paid and recorded and ensures daily cash receipts are balanced and reconciled.
- Receipts monies track expenditures, prepares bank deposits, and files receipt of fees in appropriate case files.
- Provides public case information to parties, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other outside agencies.
- Operates security and/or metal detecting equipment at entrance to courthouse or courtroom.
- Inspects people and packages entering and leaving the building.
- Gives instructions to customers related to public access terminals, microfiche, reader machines, the website, and general information to pro se litigants without giving legal advice.
- Serves as information systems site coordinator or back up to site coordinator and provide technical support.
- Provides information, feedback, and input to internal and external parties.
- Operates and troubleshoots electronics such as television, video, projector, and audio equipment.
- Serve as a court monitor, and provides courtroom assistance.
- Assists with inventory, fleet maintenance, and coordinates and assists with records management.
- Provides jury support in the assembly of potential jurors, provides jury instructions, and assists with jury management.
- May travel to other court locations to provide court services.
- Coordinates with law enforcement agencies on the transportation of inmates to and from the courthouse and/or courtroom.
- Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS
The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of general office functions, cash handling procedures; basic knowledge of jury service; filing methods; case processing; knowledge of Specialty Court Programs; research methodology; project management techniques; data collection methods; research methodology; general organizational structure of the judiciary; court monitoring procedures and equipment; and general understanding of the judiciary.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The following functions are representative, but not all-inclusive of the work environment and physical demands an employee may expect to encounter in performing tasks assigned to this job. Work is performed in an office or court setting. A valid driver's license and travel may be required. The assigned work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. The employee must regularly interact positively with co-workers, clients, the public, and judges and justices.
- This job description is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions performed
BENEFITS
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance Programs, employee assistance program (EAP) [http://www.mybenefitsnm.com/]
- State paid life insurance, supplemental and dependent life insurance
- Optional flexible spending accounts for medical, day-care, and travel expenses
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave, up to eight (8) weeks
- Ten (10) paid holidays
- Up to twelve (12) weeks of paid parental leave
- Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Lifetime Defined Benefits Retirement Plan [http://www.nmpera.org/]
- Flexible work schedules and alternative work locations*
- Free health care, Rx, and lab work at the facility (Stay Well Health Center) in Santa Fe, NM
- Bilingual compensation*
- Training and career development opportunities
- Higher education opportunities and educational leave
- May qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay*
- May receive physical fitness leave*
- What are your benefits worth?
*these benefits vary by job classification or need*
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: A high school diploma or GED.
- Education Substitution: None.
- Experience: Three (3) years of experience in an administrative, clerical, technical, or IT field.
- Experience Substitution: Additional post-secondary education in a related field may substitute for up to one (1) year of experience; thirty (30) semester hours equals one (1) year of experience.
- Certification: May be requested to complete the New Mexico Court Monitor Certification Examination.
TO APPLY: Submit Judicial Application OR Resume and a Resume Supplemental form and proof of education to:
Eighth Judicial District Court Attn: Amy Seidel, Human Resources Administrator 105 Albright Street, Suite N Phone: 575-751-8600 Email:
[email protected]
PROOF OF EDUCATION REQUIRED.
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