Judicial Specialist Perm in Silver , NM

Judicial Specialist 2

Business Unit: 23600 |
Position: 1 |
Location: Silver City, NM |
Schedule: Full‑time, Permanent |
Opening Date: 01‑23‑2026 |
Close Date: 02‑06‑2026

Pay Range: $20.80–$22.02 hourly ($43,264–$50,900 annual)

• Act under general supervision to prepare and process court documents, perform judicial procedures, and support the case management system.
• Open, docket, and close cases using the case management system, entering data, scanning documents, and linking related images.
• Process filings, review for correct format, signatures, event codes, and filing fees; conduct electronic filing for incoming documents.
• Reconcile case fees, prepare deposits, and manage cash handling procedures.
• Process and expedite orders of protection, bond payments, and prepare bond reports.
• Prepare, proofread, edit and mail documents such as notices and final orders.
• Assist with clerical duties for jury management including summons, jury lists, seating charts, and trial schedules.
• Maintain court records, exhibits, tapes, and logs for appeals and court monitoring.
• Serve as a court monitor and ensure equipment and facilities are operational.
• Advise internal staff on jury procedures and coordinate with specialty programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in court case processing, legal secretarial, or related field (e.g., advanced customer service, data processing, banking).
• Typing certification: 35 words per minute (New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions). Must be issued within 5 years.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, jury service, filing methods, specialty court programs, research, and court fee accounting.
• Ability to interact positively with judges, attorneys, litigants, and the public.
• Valid driver’s license; travel may be required.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription care and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• State‑paid life insurance, supplemental and dependent life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical, childcare, and travel.
• Up to 8 weeks paid vacation and sick leave; 11 paid holidays; up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.
• Deferred compensation plan 457(b) and lifetime defined benefits retirement plan.
• Flexible work schedules and alternative work locations.
• Bilingual compensation and training/career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Submit an NM Judicial Branch Application for Employment with proof of education (high‑school diploma, GED, or college transcripts) or a resume and supplemental form.

Application Forms:

• Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – The state of New Mexico is an equal opportunity employer.