Job Description
The Administrative Office of the Courts is seeking a full-time Judicial Specialist 2 for the Fourth Judicial Magistrate Court in Santa Rosa, New Mexico. This is a permanent, classified position with a pay range of $18.824 - $37.648 per hour or $39,154 - $78,308 annually. The selected candidate will be responsible for preparing and processing court documents, performing judicial procedures, and working with the court case management system.
Key Responsibilities:
● Prepare and process court documents using the case management system ● Provide customer service information to pro se litigants ● Assesses, receipts, records, and reconciles monies, and prepares bank deposits ● Process, maintain, and distribute documents, files, and case materials ● Use electronic filing to review incoming filings ● Process and expedite orders of protection ● Disburse bond payments and prepare bond reports ● Reconcile billing and invoices from contracted vendors ● Prepare, proofread, edit, and mail out documents ● Maintain cash till and ensure accurate court fees ● Provide public case information to parties, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies ● Order, review, sort, and organize jury summons ● Prepare alpha list, random list, voir dire sheet, and seating chart for jury trials ● Organize case files for microfilming, archiving, and destruction ● Prepare exhibits and hard copy case files ● Research automated, hard copy, and microfiche files ● Certify and prepare court records for cases on appeal ● Maintain operational office, courtrooms, and equipment ● Act as a court monitor ● Perform clerical and technical duties involved in case processing ● Manage jury trial calendar for judges ● Advise internal staff on jury procedures ● Serve as a courtroom clerk and obtain signatures from parties and counsel ● Provide support to other courts within the judicial district ● Instruct prospective jurors on completing information ● Answer phone calls and address correspondence ● Coordinate program participation with Specialty Programs ● Accept, maintain, and file court exhibits ● Gather, deliver, and file recordings ● Troubleshoot recording equipment ● Retain case material and mark for identification ● Act as a liaison between court personnel and litigants or attorneys ● Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
● High school diploma or GED ● Two years of experience in court case processing or related field ● Typing certification of at least 35 net words per minute ● May be requested to complete the NM Court Monitor Certification Examination
Benefits:
● Medical/dental/vision/Rx insurance ● Short and long-term disability insurance ● Employee assistance program ● State-paid life insurance ● Optional flexible spending accounts ● Paid time off ● Retirement plans ● Paid parental leave ● Deferred compensation plan ● Flexible work schedules ● Free health care at facility ● Bilingual compensation ● Training and career development opportunities ● Higher education opportunities ● Educational leave and tuition reimbursement ● May qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program ● Overtime, holiday, and shift differential pay may be available
To apply, submit a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment, or a resume and Resume Supplemental form with proof of education to the Fourth Judicial District Court. Proof of education is required and faxed applications will not be accepted. The Administrative Office of the Courts is an equal opportunity employer.
H1: Administrative Office of the Courts - Judicial Specialist 2 H2: Full-Time, Permanent Position in Santa Rosa, New Mexico
Bullet Points: - Seeking a full-time Judicial Specialist 2 for Fourth Judicial Magistrate Court in Santa Rosa, New Mexico - Permanent, classified position with pay range of $18.824 - $37.648 per hour or $39,154 - $78,308 annually - Responsible for preparing and processing court documents, performing judicial procedures, and working with case management system - Must have high school diploma or GED and two years of experience in court case processing or related field - Typing certification of at least 35 net words per minute may be required - Benefits include medical/dental/vision/Rx insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, and employee assistance program - Other benefits include retirement plans, paid time off, flexible work schedules, and educational opportunities - To apply, submit application or resume with proof of education to Fourth Judicial District Court in Las Vegas, NM - Proof of education is required and faxed applications will not be accepted - Administrative Office of the Courts is an equal opportunity employer.
