Bailiff (At-Will), Lovington District Court, Position # 00000597

Candidate,

The requirements listed in the job description are guidelines. You do not have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.

Please follow the “To Apply” directions on the vacancy advertisement located in the judiciary website https://nmcourts.gov/careers/. Below, is a partial section from the To Apply directions.

Position Title: Bailiff - At-Will, Position #: 00000597

TO APPLY: mail, fax or drop off the New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment form and proof of education to:

• Fifth Judicial District Court
• Yolanda Acosta, Human Resources Admin
• P.O. Box 1776
• 400 N. Virginia, Room 131
• Roswell, NM 88202-1776
• Phone #: 575-622-2565 ext. 122
• Fax #: 575-624-7501

Acceptable proof of education documents include: high school diploma/transcript, GED or college transcript.

The New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment is the preferred application. Write the title and position number on the application. The judiciary website is not designed for on-line submissions of the application.

The employment application, Job Description and vacancy advertisement may be viewed on the judiciary website https://nmcourts.gov/careers/

Covid-19 vaccination is not required.

Title: Bailiff (U) At-Will

Position # 00000597

Full-Time, At-Will, in Lovington, NM, # of Positions: 1

Advertisement Open Date: 07-31-2024 - Close Date: 08-14-2024

Target Pay Range/Rate: $15.000 - $16.921 per hour OR $31,200 - $35,195 annually

The Fifth Judicial District is recruiting for a full-time, at-will, Bailiff position, #00000597-23500, in Lea County, Lovington, NM. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Acting under the direct supervision of a Judge, ensures proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings and provides customer service. This is an unarmed position. Finalist(s) may be subject to criminal background checks.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES
● The Bailiff is responsible for assisting Judges, Jurors, and other parties as needed during courtroom proceedings.
● Ensures proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings, provides customer service, and assists Judges, jurors, and other parties as needed.
● Sets up and takes care of the courtroom during proceedings.
● Coordinates with law enforcement agencies on the transportation of inmates to and from the courthouse and/or courtroom.
● Works with attorneys who may need special equipment for a hearing.
● Maintains, requests, and secures exhibits entered as evidence during proceedings or until handed off at the end of trial to appropriate personnel.
● Obtains files and Judge’s notes of upcoming cases for the Judge’s review.
● Assembles files in the order cases are to be heard for the day.
● Ensures Judge has immediate access to updated files, motions, and documents.
● Assists in the assembly of potential jurors and instructs jurors on processes.
● Provides customer service and maintain contact with jurors during a trial.
● Maintains juror time records, takes roll-call, and ensures jurors are seated properly.
● Ensures all parties are present for each hearing.
● Swears in witnesses and proper parties.
● Enters dispositions into the case management system, and prepares orders for the Judge’s signature.
● Performs Court Monitor duties.
● Assists in the document flow from the Judge to the attorney and/or pro se parties.
● Acts as a liaison with local law enforcement agencies.
● Trains and supports other bailiffs.
● Announces Judge’s entrance into and departure from the courtroom and ensures proper decorum is maintained in the courtroom during proceedings.
● Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS
The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of general court procedures, security
management and safety practices, evacuation procedures, fire alarm systems; metal detectors, security equipment, mobile x-ray inspection systems; safety and security processes, first aid techniques, fire and police reporting procedures, electronic equipment, and judiciary and courtroom protocols.

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, 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) [http://www.mybenefitsnm.com/]
● 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 (8) weeks
● Paid time off and retirement buyback
● Eleven (11) paid holidays
● Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave
● Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
● Lifetime 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, 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*

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Education Substitution: None.
• Experience: One (1) year of experience in security, law enforcement, or legal setting.
• Experience Substitution: Relevant post-secondary education may substitute for general experience at a rate of thirty (30) semester hours equals one (1) year of experience.
• Other: Selected candidates will receive additional security training specific to the court. Training may include operation of security and metal detecting equipment, and standard first aid training, which includes Adult CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31,200.00 - $35,195.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person

Salary : $31,200 - $35,195