Between $75k and

$108k

Per Year

Position range in Albuquerque MSA $43k - $69k Per Year Term Law Clerk

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts

Occupation:

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Location:

Albuquerque, NM - 87115

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

09/24/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts

Web Site:

www.uscourts.gov

Job #: 139610

Job Requirements and Properties

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Full Time Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular

Job Description

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Home 2. Careers 3. Search Judiciary Jobs 4. Job Details for Term Law Clerk Job Details for Term Law Clerk Court Name/Organization New Mexico District Court Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Term Law Clerk position, contingent upon the appointment of the new U.S. Magistrate Judge in Albuquerque (anticipated December 2026). Term of approximately 20 months, commencing immediately after the Judge's appointment to the bench, and lasting until Aug. 31, 2028, with a possible extension. Location Albuquerque, NM Opening and Closing Dates 09/23/2026 - Open Until Filled Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade

JSP 11-13

Salary $75,489 - $107,592 Link to Court Careers Information https://www.nmd.uscourts.gov/employment Announcement Number 26-ABQ/JSP-5 Link to Job Announcement The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.