Court Services Specialist #10116242-23200 Full-Time, Term in Albuquerque, NM

About the role

The Second Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, term Court Services Specialist for the Criminal Division in Albuquerque, NM.

General Statement of Duties

Acting under general supervision; performs a variety of court security duties, as well as administrative and clerical duties, provides technical and courtroom assistance, and works with inventory and equipment. This position is a benefited, part-time (up to four working days per week) position. There might be the potential for the position to move to full-time in the future (subject to available funding).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: A high school diploma or GED. No education substitution.
• 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.

Competencies

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)
• State paid life insurance, supplemental and dependent life insurance
• Optional flexible spending accounts for medical, day-care, and travel expenses
• Paid vacation and sick leave up to eight (8) weeks
• Eleven (11) paid holidays
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Lifetime Defined Benefits Retirement Plan
• 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, educational leave, and tuition reimbursement
• May qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay
• May receive physical fitness leave

These benefits vary by job classification or need.

Pay and Schedule

Target Pay Range/Rate: $19.773-$24.716 per hour or $41,127.84-$51,409.28 annually. Full-Time, Term. Position is benefited, part-time (up to four working days per week) with potential to move to full-time in the future (subject to available funding).

How to apply

Submit a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment, or a Resume and a Resume Supplemental form and proof of education to 2ndjobapply@nmcourts.gov or to the address below. Required forms can be located at nmcourts.gov.

SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE
400 Lomas Blvd. NW (Third Floor/Room 327)
Albuquerque, NM 87102

Proof Of Education Required.

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