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Judicial Specialist 2
Taos, NM

Administrative Office of the Courts

Business Unit: 23800

Judicial Specialist 2 #10117182-23800, Full-Time, Perm, in Taos, NM

# of Positions: 1

Salary: $38,014 - $42,766 annually

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in court case processing, a legal secretarial or related field such as advanced customer service, data processing, and/or banking/financial experience.

Job Title: Judicial Specialist 2

Location: Taos, New Mexico

Organization: Eighth Judicial District Court

Department: Taos District and Magistrate

Experience: Two (2) years

Salary: $38,014 - $42,766 annually

Opening Date: 05-23-2024

Closing Date: --

Target Pay Range/Rate: $18.276 - $20.5605 hourly OR $38,014 - $42,766 annually

H1: Judicial Specialist 2 position available at Eighth Judicial District Court in Taos, New Mexico

H2: Full-time, permanent position with competitive salary and benefits

Bullet Points:
- Full-time, classified position as a Judicial Specialist 2 at Eighth Judicial District Court in Taos, New Mexico
- Responsible for conducting jury services and performing clerical and technical duties related to case processing and file maintenance
- Salary range of $38,014 - $42,766 annually, with potential for increase after 7/6/2024
- Two (2) years of experience in court case processing or related field required
- Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and training and development opportunities
- Must have high school diploma or GED, with possible substitution of post-secondary education for experience
- Typing certification and court monitor certification may be required
- Equal opportunity employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment
- Please submit application and proof of education to Eighth Judicial District Court in Taos, New Mexico

Job Duties:
- Primary jury clerk responsible for conducting all jury services for Taos District and Magistrate courts
- Prepare and process court documents, perform judicial procedures, and work with case management system
- Provide customer service to pro se litigants, answer phone calls, and maintain office supplies
- Use case management system for opening, docketing, and closing cases, as well as assessing and processing fees
- Reconcile monies and prepare bank deposits, and process and expedite orders of protection
- Accurately disburses bond payments and reconciles billing and invoices from contracted vendors
- Prepare and proofread documents and exhibits, and maintain case files for microfilming and archiving
- Serve as a court monitor and liaison between court personnel, litigants, and attorneys
- Other duties as assigned

Competencies/Qualifications:
- Knowledge of legal terminology, jury service, filing methods, case processing, and research methodology
- Familiarity with Specialty Court Programs and court fee accounting practices
- Understanding of Court Clerk's Procedures Manual, Code of Ethics, and Language Access Policies
- Ability to effectively communicate with diverse parties and maintain a professional and inclusive work environment
- High school diploma or GED required, with possible substitution of post-secondary education for experience
- Two (2) years of experience in court case processing or related field required
- Typing certification and court monitor certification may be required
- Must be able to work in an office or court setting, and may require travel and overtime

Benefits:
- Medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long term disability, and employee assistance program
- State paid life insurance and optional flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off, up to eight (8) weeks, and retirement buyback
- Eleven (11) paid holidays and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan and Lifetime Defined Benefits Retirement Plan
- Flexible work schedules and alternative work locations
- Free health care, Rx, and lab work at the facility in Santa Fe, NM
- Bilingual compensation and training and career development opportunities
- Educational leave, tuition reimbursement, and potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Overtime, holiday, and shift differential pay may be available

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Two (2) years of experience in court case processing or related field
- Additional post-secondary education in a related field may substitute for up to one (1) year of experience
- Typing certification and court monitor certification may be required
- Must be able to pass a background check and maintain a professional and inclusive work environment

To Apply:
- Submit a Judicial Branch Application for Employment or a resume and resume supplemental form, along with proof of education, to Eighth Judicial District Court in Taos, New Mexico
- Application forms and resume supplemental forms available online or through the court
- Equal opportunity employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment

Summary:
- The Eighth Judicial District Court in Taos, New Mexico is seeking a full-time, permanent Judicial Specialist 2 to serve as the primary jury clerk and perform clerical and technical duties related to case processing and file maintenance.
- The position offers a competitive salary range of $38,014 - $42,766 annually, with potential for increase after 7/6/2024.
- Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience in court case processing or a related field.
- Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and training and development opportunities.
- Interested candidates must submit an application or resume and proof of education to the Eighth Judicial District Court in Taos, New Mexico.
- The court is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.






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