Administrative Office of the

Courts Business Unit:

24300 Court Probation Officer Leadworker #10104231-24100 Full-Time, Perm in Aztec, NM # of

Positions:

1

Opening Date:

07-31-2026 -

Close Date:

08-14-2026

Target Pay Range/Rate:

$33.747 per hour or $70.193.76 annually The Eleventh Judicial District & Magistrate Courts are recruiting for one full-time classified Court Probation Officer Leadworker for the Adult Court Programs located at our Aztec District Court. This position may at times also work at our other court locations in San Juan and McKinley Counties.

General Statement of Duties:

Acting under general supervision, the Court Probation Officer Leadworker will lead, mentor and train others; monitor the defendant's or offender's participation in complex/multi-layered court-mandated programs and compliance with his/her court order. The Leadworker will also be responsible for monitoring participant compliance for Court Programs, including conducting field visits to offender's homes during non-traditional hours, and conducting drug and alcohol screens on offenders/defendants in Court Programs. Finalist(s) are subject to criminal background checks.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

The Court Probation Officer Leadworker is responsible for leading, mentoring, overseeing, and training staff in background investigation procedures/functions, and documentation processes. Provides direction and assistance to staff and communicates changes in processes, rules and systems. Conducts thorough investigations on defendants/offenders and schedules progress meetings at court appointed locations. Determines defendants/offender's needs and establishes appropriate treatment support or referrals. Monitors defendants/offenders compliance at court hearings and with community service program requirements. Reports, documents and notifies the court of defendants/offenders compliance, non-compliance, or program violations and recommends appropriate action. Maintains current case files and documents all interactions with program defendants/offenders and treatment providers in the case management system. Attends court proceedings and provides input during court proceedings, meetings with court staff, and other treatment providers. Performs scheduled and unannounced site visits (home, work, school or other location) to monitor program compliance. Tracks and administers drug and alcohol screens as necessary and maintains alcohol and drug screening protocols, equipment, and supplies. Participates in and attends conferences, training and community outreach, and education related to court programs. May be assigned supervisory duties, under the mentorship of a supervisor or manager. Other duties as assigned. practical

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS

The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of Court-ordered rehabilitation or support programs, sentencing guidelines, treatment options, community services; NM law, civil and criminal procedures; local court rules and procedures; case management; legal terminology; safety, security and confidentiality practices; substance abuse and mental health counseling and treatment; mediation techniques and conflict resolution; investigative techniques; drug screening methods; electronic monitoring equipment and technology; HIPPA; Supervisory techniques; mediating and managing conflict; employment law and NM Judicial Branch Personnel Rules.

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. This job description is

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
• What are your benefits worth?
• These benefits vary by job classification or need

QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or a related field.

Education Substitution:

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

Experience:

Four (4) years of experience in criminal justice, social services, or related field.

Experience Substitution:

None.

Other:

May be required to obtain and maintain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within six (6) months of hire.

TO APPLY

Submit a Judicial Branch Application for Employment or a Resume with a Resume Supplemental form, along with proof of education by 5:00 p.m., Friday, August 14, 2026 to: Eleventh Judicial District & Magistrate Courts Human Resources 103 S Oliver Drive Aztec, NM 87410

Fax:

505-334-7762

Email:

11thjdchr@nmcourts.gov

PROOF OF EDUCATION REQUIRED. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

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