Business Unit:

23500 Surveillance Officer #10117311-23500, Part-Time, Perm in Roswell, NM # of

Positions:

1

Opening Date:

09-11-2026 -

Close Date:

09-25-2026

Target Pay Range/Rate:

$17.86-$20.09 per hour or $18,574.40-$20,893.60 annually The Fifth Judicial District Court in Chaves County, Roswell, New Mexico has one job opening for a part time, classified Surveillance Officer position. The position is in a Range FF with a target pay range of $17.86 to $20.09 hourly. Twenty Standard Hours Monday through Friday. Work hours will be determined by the Court Executive Officer.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Acting under general supervision, monitor and track participants' compliance in court-ordered programs, attend related court proceedings; and prepare detailed oral and written surveillance reports.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

The Surveillance Officer is responsible for performing both scheduled and non-scheduled site visits to participant's homes, schools, work, or other locations to monitor program compliance. Tracks and administers breath, urine, and sweat patch drug tests as necessary. Documents all interactions with program participants in the case management system. Maintains accurate case files and records. Prepares precisely written reports detailing participant program compliance, tracks, and records community service participation, and attends court proceedings. Participates and provides input during meetings with court staff and other programs. Maintains drug testing equipment and supplies. Maintains and installs alcohol monitoring equipment and GPS. Participates in community education and outreach related to court programs. Serves the court in accordance with appropriate statues, rules, procedures, or committees. Serves the court in accordance with appropriate statutes, rules, and procedures. Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS

The successful applicant should demonstrate their knowledge of the probation process, New Mexico law, civil and criminal procedure; court rules, policies and procedures, operations and structure; legal terminology; substance abuse and drug testing methods, program monitoring protocol and equipment; police reporting procedures, Recognizing vital case facts that require documentation in the case file or may need further action. Demonstrated ability to recognize and appropriately respond to safety and security issues using conflict resolution or verbal de-escalation techniques, work effectively with hostile individuals or individuals under the influence of drugs or alcohol; provide equal and impartial services regardless of a protected status.

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:

High school diploma or GED.

Education Substitution:

None.

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience in social services, probation, as a corrections officer, or work in a related field.

Experience Substitution:

Additional post-secondary education in a related field may substitute for experience. Thirty (30) semester hours equals one (1) year of experience.

TO APPLY

Must submit the New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment form and proof of education prior to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 25, 2026 to: Fifth Judicial District Court Roswell District Court of Chaves County Yolanda Acosta & Christina Omelas, Human Resources Admin P.O. Box 1776 400 N. Virginia Roswell, NM 88202-1776 Phone #: 575-622-2565| Fax #: 575-624-7501|

Email:

rosdyro@nmcourts.gov, rosdcao@nmcourts.gov

PROOF OF EDUCATION REQUIRED. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYER