Pretrial Services Officer 2

Pretrial Services Officer 2 New Mexico Courts Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $24.74

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92 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave 457(b) Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Employee assistance program Career development plan Loan forgiveness Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Probation case management Criminal procedure Report writing in community supervision Case planning in community supervision Civil procedure Electronic monitoring in community supervision Case assessment No experience needed Bachelor's degree in social science Mid-level 3 years Criminal Justice Social Sciences Driver's License Drug testing (community supervision) Legal knowledge in community supervision Background checks in intelligence gathering Working with individuals with substance use disorders Psychopharmacology Bachelor's degree in criminal justice Toxicology and drug testing Client progress monitoring (community supervision) Correctional setting experience Full Job Description Administrative Office of the

Courts Business Unit:

23200 Pretrial Services Officer 2 #10117350, Full time, TERM in Albuquerque, NM # of

Positions:

1

Opening Date:

06-23-2026

• Close Date:

• Target Pay Range/Rate:

  $24.736
• $30.920 / hour or $51,451
• $63,314 / annually The Second Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, term, Pretrial Services Officer 2 #10117350-23200 for the Judicial Supervision ad Diversion Programs Division in Albuquerque.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Acting under general direction, conduct thorough criminal background investigations on persons arrested and charged with criminal offenses prior to adjudication.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

 The Pretrial Services Officer 2 is responsible for conducting thorough prerelease and pre-adjudication background investigations on defendants.  Formulates appropriate release plans and case management plans based on statutes, rules, court appearances and criminal history.  Supervises a defendant's compliance with court-ordered programs and conditions of release.  Performs as a judicial designee in formulating appropriate recommendations for release eligibility, sanctions, and detention.  Releases defendants from custody based on court-ordered release conditions.  Documents all interactions and update case management assessment.  Oversees supervision contracts and supervision protocol based on program policies.  Verifies defendant's needs and develops multifaceted treatment support or referrals.  Determines eligibility for specialty court programs.  Provides case management services based on the defendant's need and courtordered conditions of release.  Maintains and administers alcohol and drug screening protocols and equipment.  Collaborates with treatment providers and monitors defendant compliance reports.  Documents and notify the court of defendant's compliance to recommend appropriate action.  Participates and provides input during court proceedings and other agency meetings.  Provides treatment information options to judges, treatment providers, and community members.  Monitors defendant's compliance utilizing electronic monitoring technology.  Performs scheduled and spontaneous site visits to participant's home, school, work or other locations to monitor program compliance.  Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS

The successful applicant should demonstrate their knowledge of court ordered programs; case management techniques; pre-adjudication supervision procedures and sanctions; rules and statutes governing bond/bail and release from detention; formulating appropriate release plans; treatment, rehabilitation and support programs, options and community providers; sentencing guidelines; governmental court rules, policies and procedures, operations, structure, forms; NM law, civil and criminal procedure; legal terminology; substance abuse and mental health symptomology, counseling and treatment; physical and psychotropic medication; mediation techniques; investigative techniques using governmental investigative resources; drug screening methods and equipment; protocol, interpretation, and technology; and electronic monitoring equipment and technology.

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.

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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 vacation and sick leave up to eight (8) weeks 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
• These benefits vary by job classification or need.

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QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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Education:

Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, social sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university. 

Education Substitution:

Four (4) years of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year for year basis. 

Experience:

Three (3) years experience in criminal justice, social services, probation, corrections or related field. 

Experience Substitution:

None.

TO APPLY

Submit a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment, or a Resume and a Resume Supplemental form and proof of education to or the address above. Required forms can be located at nmcourts.gov.

SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE 400

Lomas Blvd. NW (Third Floor/Room 327) Albuquerque, NM 87102 The Second Judicial District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants selected for an interview must notify the Human Resource Division of the need for an accommodation.

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