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New Mexico Courts

Child Support Hearing Officer #00032305-23200, Full-Time, At-Will in Albuquerque, NM

Pay: $78.61/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Albuquerque, NM (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Judge oversees the legal process in court cases. Interprets law, advises jurors during trials, writes opinions and decisions, and gives verdicts in cases decided without a jury. May decide on a sentence for the defendant in a criminal case, or liability of a defendant in a civil case; may facilitate negotiations between parties in a dispute. Works in a county, state or federal court system.

$121,053 / year median in New Mexico

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

$78.61 Per Hour Child Support Hearing Officer #00032305-23200, Full-Time, At-Will in Albuquerque, NM New Mexico Courts

Occupation:

Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers

Location:

Albuquerque, NM - 87115

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

08/26/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

New Mexico Courts

Web Site:

www.nmcourts.gov Job #: 00032305-23200 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. The Second Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, at-will Child Support Hearing Officer #00032305-23200 for the Juvenile Justice Center in Albuquerque, NM.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under the supervision of the Presiding Judge, applicant will perform Hearing Officer/Special Master duties at the Children's Court. Applicant will be expected to create and recommend policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and to ensure procedural consistency and compliance with laws and Supreme Court Rules.

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
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QUALIFICATIONS

J.D. from an accredited law school, New Mexico licensed attorney in good standing.
The individual selected for this position will be appointed to serve as a special master pursuant to NMRA Rule 10-163 which requires the individual to be licensed to practice law in the State of New Mexico for at least three (3) years, and be familiar with Children's Court matters.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with judges, the legal community, and staff; and to communicate complex rules clearly and concisely, respond with tact and courtesy both orally and in writing.
Extensive knowledge of New Mexico and federal case law, constitution and statutes; court rules, policies and procedures; manual and computer legal research and analysis.
A work record of dependability and reliability, attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and effective organizational skills.
Ability to pass a background check.