Job Description
Judicial Specialist 2 at Santa Fe Magistrate Court in Santa Fe, NM - Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $18.824 - $23.530 per hour OR $39,153.92 - $48,942.40 annual salary
Organization: Administrative Office of the Courts, First Judicial District Court
Business Unit: 23100
# of Positions: 1
Opening Date: 07-01-2024
Closing Date: --
The Administrative Office of the Courts, First Judicial District Court, is currently seeking a full-time, classified Judicial Specialist 2 for the Santa Fe Magistrate Court in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This position requires a high school diploma or GED, with at least two years of experience in court case processing, legal secretarial work, or a related field such as customer service, data processing, or banking/financial experience. Additional post-secondary education in a related field may substitute for up to one year of experience.
This position involves using the case management system to open, docket, and close cases, as well as providing customer service to pro se litigants. Other responsibilities include processing court documents, maintaining court exhibits, and performing clerical and technical duties involved in case processing, file maintenance, and jury management. The successful applicant must have knowledge of legal terminology, filing methods, and court fee accounting practices, as well as the ability to multitask and maintain accurate records.
The First Judicial District Court is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The court offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as flexible work schedules, training and career development opportunities, and retirement and educational benefits.
Responsibilities: - Use case management system to open, docket, and close cases based on judgement details - Provide customer service to pro se litigants, giving general procedural information without giving legal advice - Process, maintain, and distribute court documents, files, and case materials - Accurately assess, receipt, record, and reconcile monies, and prepare bank deposits - Review incoming filings for format, signatures, event code, and filing fees - Prepare and proofread documents such as notices and final orders - Maintain court calendars and schedules - Serve as a court monitor - Manage jury trial calendar and request for judges to schedule upcoming jury trials - Act as a courtroom clerk, producing Instant J&Ss and obtaining signatures from parties/counsel of record, assigned judge, and filing and distributing documents - Provide support to other courts within the judicial district - Instruct prospective jurors on how to complete information online and/or provide appropriate forms - Coordinate program participation with Specialty Programs within the Court - Troubleshoot recording equipment and maintain technical logs - Act as a liaison between court personnel, litigants, or attorneys to advance court proceedings - Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED - Two years of experience in court case processing, legal secretarial work, or related field - Knowledge of legal terminology and phrases, jury service, filing methods, and case processing - Familiarity with Specialty Court Programs and research methodology - Ability to multitask and maintain accurate records - Typing certification from the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***or similar may be required, with a minimum typing proficiency score of 35 net words per minute - Certification for the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database and/or NM Court Monitor Certification Examination may be required
To Apply: To apply, submit a NM Judicial Branch Employment Application or a Resume and Resume Supplemental Form, along with proof of education, to the First Judicial District Court Human Resource Office in Santa Fe. Application forms and the Resume Supplemental Form can be found on the Court's website, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***under Human Resources Job Opportunities. Proof of education must be received by mail, email, or hand delivered.
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 time off, up to eight weeks - Paid time off and retirement buyback - Eleven 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 - Click here to find out the value of your benefits
Conclusion: The First Judicial District Court is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with experience in court case processing or a related field for the position of Judicial Specialist 2 at the Santa Fe Magistrate Court in Santa Fe, NM. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, as well as opportunities for training and career development. Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the judicial system.
