Bailiff Security Job at New Mexico Courts

New Mexico Courts Las Cruces, NM 88005

Job Information

  • Date Posted
    2025-05-13
  • Location
    Las Cruces, NM 88005
  • Job Title
    Bailiff Security
  • Gender
    Both

Administrative Office of the Courts


Business Unit: 23300


Bailiff Security , #10102004-23300, Full-Time, Term, in Las Cruces, NM.


# of Positions: 1


Opening Date: 05-09-2023 - Close Date: 05-16-2023


Job Pay Range: CC: $15.00 - $23.194 per hour


Target Pay Range/Rate: $15.00 - $23.194 per hour


The Third Judicial District Court is recruiting for a Full-Time, Term, Bailiff Security position #10102004-23300, in Las Cruces, NM. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under general supervision of a Judge, Court Administrator, or Bailiff Supervisor ensure proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings, provide customer service, and assist Judges, jurors and other parties as needed. May perform clerical
duties to assist in other areas as assigned. This is a non-security sensitive unarmed position. Ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred but not required. Finalists will be subject to criminal background checks.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES
  • The Bailiff Security is responsible for identifying and deterring suspicious activities, inappropriate behavior, and illegal contraband, and preventing in-courtroom communication, and contraband transfer between inmates and the public.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Navigate Odyssey to assist judges during hearings.
  • May assist in emergency situations.
  • May provide backup assistance in the event of unanticipated disturbances.
  • May complete incident reports.
  • May perform Court Monitor duties.
  • May assist during special events, e.g., setup and teardown of courtrooms for special events i.e. investiture ceremonies, mock trials, Supreme Court oral arguments, etc.
  • May obtain files and Judge’s notes of upcoming cases for the Judge’s review.
  • May assemble files in the order cases are to be heard for the day.
  • 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*



    • QUALIFICATIONS

    • Education: High school diploma or GED.


    • Education Substitution: None.


    • Experience: One (1) year of experience in security, law enforcement, or legal setting, of which six (6) months must have been in law enforcement and/or security work.


    • 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. Education or other relevant experience may not substitute for the six (6) months of required law enforcement and/or security 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).











    TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit either a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment
    or a Resume Supplemental Form with required resume, and necessary supporting documentation no
    later than 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 16, 2023, to:


    Ms. Briggett Becerra, Human Resources Administrator Sr.

    Third Judicial District Court

    201 Picacho Ave.

    Las Cruces, NM 88005

    575-523-8200, ext. 310

    Fax: 575-523-8264 Email: lcrdhr-grp@nmcourts.gov


    Applications that do not include copies of education, all information requested on the Application of
    Employment or the Resume Supplemental Form with required resume will be considered incomplete
    and rejected.




    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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