Child Support Hearing Officer #00032305-23200, Full-Time, At-Will in Albuquerque, NM

Administrative Office of the Courts Business Unit: 23200 Child Support Hearing Officer #00032305-23200, Full-Time, At-Will in Albuquerque, NM # of Positions: 1 Opening Date: 08-26-2026 - Close Date: -- Target Pay Range/Rate: $78.616 per hour or $163,521.28 annually The Second Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, at-will Child Support Hearing Officer #00032305-23200 for the Juvenile Justice Center in Albuquerque, NM. SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the supervision of the Presiding Judge, applicant will perform Hearing Officer/Special Master duties at the Children’s Court. Applicant will be expected to create and recommend policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and to ensure procedural consistency and compliance with laws and Supreme Court Rules. 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 insuranceOptional flexible spending accounts for medical, day-care, and travel expensesPaid time off, up to eight (8) weeksPaid time off and retirement buybackEleven (11) paid holidaysUp to 12 weeks of paid parental leaveDeferred Compensation 457(b) planLifetime 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, NMBilingual compensation*Training and career development opportunitiesHigher education opportunities, educational leave, and tuition reimbursementMay qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay*May receive physical fitness leave* Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:J.D. from an accredited law school, New Mexico licensed attorney in good standing.The individual selected for this position will be appointed to serve as a special master pursuant to NMRA Rule 10-163 which requires the individual to be licensed to practice law in the State of New Mexico for at least three (3) years, and be familiar with Children’s Court matters.Ability to establish effective working relationships with judges, the legal community, and staff; and to communicate complex rules clearly and concisely, respond with tact and courtesy both orally and in writing.Extensive knowledge of New Mexico and federal case law, constitution and statutes; court rules, policies and procedures; manual and computer legal research and analysis.A work record of dependability and reliability, attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and effective organizational skills.Ability to pass a background check. TO APPLY: Apply at or send application or resume supplemental form, proof of education and one (1) writing sample to 2ndjobapply@nmcourts.gov or to the above address. Applications not including all documents will be rejected. Application Forms Microsoft Word Format Adobe PDF Format Resume Supplemental Forms Microsoft Word Format Adobe PDF Format SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE 400 Lomas Blvd. NW (Third Floor/Room 327) Albuquerque, NM 87102 Proof Of Education Required. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER