Bailiff

Full Time
Carlsbad, NM
Posted
Job description

Administrative Office of the Courts


Business Unit: 23500


Bailiff, #00054785-23500, Full-Time, At-Will, in Carlsbad, NM


# of Positions: 1


Opening Date: 11-17-2022 - Close Date: 12-16-2022


Job Pay Range: BB: $15.00 - $22.053 per hour


Target Pay Range/Rate: $15.000 - $15.194 per hour


The Fifth Judicial District Court is recruiting for a Full-Time, At-Will, Bailiff position, #00054785-23500, Carlsbad, NM. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Acting under direct supervision of a Judge, ensures proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings and provide customer service. This is an unarmed position. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Finalist(s) may be subject to criminal background check.

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 Judge, 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 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 assembly of potential jurors and instructs jurors on processes.
  • Provides customer service and maintains contact with jurors during 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 prepare orders for the Judge’s signature.
  • Performs Court Monitor duties.
  • Assists in the document flow from the Judge to the attorney’s 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, 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) [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 Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave, up to eight (8) weeks
  • Ten (10) paid holidays
  • Up to twelve (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, lab work at facility (Stay Well Health Center) in Santa Fe, NM
  • Bilingual compensation*
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Higher education opportunities and educational leave
  • May qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
  • May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay*
  • May receive physical fitness leave*
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  • *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 a 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, standard first aid training, which includes Adult CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED).











    TO APPLY: Must submit the New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment form and proof of education prior to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 16, 2022 to:


    Fifth Judicial District Court

    Kennon Crowhurst, Court Executive Officer

    P.O. Box 1776 or 400 N. Virginia, Room 129

    Roswell, NM 88202-1776

    Phone #: 575-622-2565

    Fax #: 575-624-7501


    PROOF OF EDUCATION IS REQUIRED.




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