Between $28.23 and

$31.15

Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in Eastern Region $16.18

•$24.24 Per hour Detention Administrative Assistant

•Carlsbad

Eddy County

Occupation:

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Location:

Artesia, NM

•88210

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift

Posted:

09/22/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

New Mexico Jobs

Web Site:

New Mexico Jobs

Onsite /

Remote:

Not Specified

Updated:

09/24/2026

Expires:

10/22/2026

Job #: 962172

Job Requirements and Properties

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Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

36 Month(s) DL

Required Typing Speed

40 + wpm Language

English, Very Well Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment

Job Description

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Veterans Preference:

The Jobs for Veterans Act mandates priority of service to veterans seeking employment and training opportunities. To ensure compliance with this law, this job posting will be available only to veterans for 24-48 hours. After this period, the Job will be released to all job seekers.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

This position may be required to attend job-related meetings in and out of town and all other duties as assigned. This position provides high-level administrative support to the Warden's Office of the Eddy County Detention Center's Divisions. This employee will be the initial point of contact for Warden and must maintain a positive and professional attitude under all circumstances. This employee will also be responsible for answering phones, assisting the public with directions and questions. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for the comprehensive administration and management of the Inmate Fund Account system. This position will also serve as the primary point of contact for all inmate table and phone-related issues, providing technical support services to both staff and inmates and responsible for elevating and placing the tickets for any issues to the Detention's Inmate Phone/Tablet Provider. Will be responsible for maintaining records to include tracking of tablet issuance and restrictions. Employee will be responsible for the distribution of daily interoffice and mail needing processed. This employee is responsible for most office supplies for the Detention center including ordering and distribution. Successful applicant will be required to create and prepare correspondence, arrange appointments, and oversee various money accounts. Key duties also include handling inmate billing, processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions, and maintaining detailed records in accordance with departmental and County policies. Assist the Warden to develop and maintain operations manuals. This employee is also responsible for assisting in the handling of public records requests using the Next Request Portal software platform, and for obtaining a working knowledge of the Inspection of Public Records Act in order to be able to competently process public records requests. This employee will assist the Chief Deputy Administrator (CDA) with Agenda preparation for the Warden and will receive training to be able to perform the basic duties in the absence of CDA. This employee will need a basic understanding of ordinances, resolutions and agreements, as well as invoices and budgeting. This employee will obtain certification as a Notary Public and will serve as a Notary for County employees and Detainee's and the general public. Must be experienced in basic and intermediate office procedures, must possess intermediate to advance computer experience, must be able to work on a variety of assignments in an office environment with multiple interruptions, and must be able to successfully meet regular deadlines. Employee may be required to work irregular hours, attend other job-related meetings and training in and out of the County, run errands as needed and perform all other duties as assigned. Work schedule Monday through Friday (subject to review or adjustment at the discretion of the Warden).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Note:

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Attendance and Overtime are essential functions of this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED required, with business background or professional training equivalent to such preferred.

Minimum three (3) years' work experience required as an administrative assistant or Records Clerk in law enforcement environment. Law enforcement knowledge preferred. Like workload history may be considered. Bilingual preferred but not required. Must successfully pass criminal and employment background investigations. Must have NO felony or domestic violence convictions or misdemeanors convictions involving moral turpitude. Eligibility to work in the U.S. verified thru E-Verify. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a written testing, psychological evaluation, pre-employment physical examination and drug screen.

Must have, or ability to obtain, a current valid NM driver's license with no DWI convictions or more than two moving violations in the last three years and be insurable by the County Insurance Authority.

MUST PROVIDE A CURRENT DRIVING RECORD.

Must possess the ability to type 40 words per minute minimum. The ability to type 60 words per minute is preferred.

MUST PROVIDE A CURRENT TYPING TEST.

Must be detail-oriented, have excellent computer skills and must become proficient in jail management system and document imaging system which are heavily utilized in the daily tasks of this position.

Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Products, in addition to knowledge of office equipment and of accounting practices and methods. Must be able to apply clerical and administrative knowledge and skills to a wide variety of activities within the Detention. Must be able to apply math-skills and know and be able to apply extensive record-keeping systems. (Classification and scanning of documents.) Must be able to read and copy numbers with great accuracy. Must be able to write reports with proper format and verify accuracy of information in reports in a timely manner. Must possess good organizational skills and be detail oriented. Must be able to apply basic math skills. Must have the ability to listen and follow verbal directions in English. Effective oral and written communication skills in English required. Bi-Lingual preferred.

Must be able to use reason and judgment in the performing essential duties. Must be able to handle stressful situations while maintaining a positive attitude. Must have the ability to work on a professional level with a diverse group of people. May be Subject to Security Clearance. Must be able to recognize, work with, and maintain confidential information with strict confidentiality at all times.

The ability to perform essential duties in the work conditions, with the equipment, tools, materials, and work aids listed below. Must be detail oriented and be able to handle stressful situations while maintaining a positive attitude.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT

Employee will operate

Computer

Copier

Calculator

Telephone

Photocopy machine

Telefax machine

Fax machine

Postage machine as primary types of equipment or tools used in the performance of essential duties.

Employee will use various forms, process a wide variety of paperwork, use writing utensils, and basic office supplies in the performance of essential duties.

Employee may be required to operate a County vehicle when attending various meetings or training for Eddy County.

Excellent Benefits

•paid vacation, sick leave and holiday pay; 40 hours of personal leave; PERA retirement plans; and health insurance paid at 100% for full-time employees and their dependents. Detailed job specifications and applications may be obtained at www.eddycounty.org

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F

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