Bailiff (U) #00000597-23500, Full-Time, At-Will, in Lovington, NM

New Mexico Courts; Lovington (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Fifth Judicial District Court in Lea County, Lovington, NM, is hiring a Bailiff (U) for a full-time, at-will position. The pay range is $15.00–$20.61 per hour, with hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

This unarmed role requires courtroom security duties and customer service while coordinating with law enforcement. Finalists may undergo a background check. Benefits and training are provided as part of state employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in security, law enforcement, or a legal setting.
• Selected candidates will receive additional court security training including use of security equipment and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Assist Judges, jurors, and other participants during courtroom proceedings.
• Ensure proper decorum and safety in the courtroom.
• Coordinate with law enforcement for inmate transportation and courtroom security.
• Prepare and file court-related documents and notes for the Judge.

Skills

Security procedures

Courtroom procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bailiff (U) #00000597-23500, Full-Time, At-Will, in Lovington, NM

# of Positions: 1

Opening Date: 10-30-2026 - Close Date: 11-13-2026

Target Pay Range/Rate: $15.00-$20.61 per hour or $31,200-$42,868.80 annually

The Fifth Judicial District Court in Lea County, Lovington, New Mexico has one job opening for a full time, Bailiff (At-Will) position # 00000597. The position is in the Range BB with a target pay range of $15.00 to $20.61 hourly. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Acting under the direct supervision of a Judge, ensures proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings and provides customer service. This is an unarmed position. Finailist may be subject to a background check.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Acting under the direct supervision of a Judge, Court Administrator, or Bailiff Supervisor ensures proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings and provides customer service.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

• The Bailiff is responsible for assisting Judges, Jurors, and other parties as needed during courtroom proceedings.
• Ensures proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings, provides customer service, and assists Judges, jurors, and other parties as needed.
• Sets up and takes care of the courtroom during proceedings.
• Coordinates with law enforcement agencies on the transportation of inmates to and from the courthouse and/or courtroom.
• Works with attorneys who may need special equipment for a hearing.
• Maintains, requests, and secures exhibits entered as evidence during proceedings or until handed off at the end of trial to appropriate personnel.
• Obtains files and Judge’s notes of upcoming cases for the Judge’s review.
• Assembles files in the order cases are to be heard for the day.
• Ensures Judge has immediate access to updated files, motions, and documents.
• Assists in the assembly of potential jurors and instructs jurors on processes.
• Provides customer service and maintain contact with jurors during a trial.
• Maintains juror time records, takes roll-call, and ensures jurors are seated properly.
• Ensures all parties are present for each hearing.
• Swears in witnesses and proper parties.
• Enters dispositions into the case management system, and prepares orders for the Judge’s signature.
• Performs Court Monitor duties.
• Assists in the document flow from the Judge to the attorney and/or pro se parties.
• Acts as a liaison with local law enforcement agencies.
• Trains and supports other bailiffs.
• Announces Judge’s entrance into and departure from the courtroom and ensures proper decorum is maintained in the courtroom during proceedings.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS

The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of general court procedures, security management and safety practices, evacuation procedures, fire alarm systems; metal detectors, security equipment, mobile x-ray inspection systems; safety and security processes, first aid techniques, fire and police reporting procedures, electronic equipment, and judiciary and courtroom protocols.

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
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• These benefits vary by job classification or need

QUALIFICATIONS

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Education Substitution: None.
• Experience: One (1) year of experience in security, law enforcement, or legal setting.
• Experience Substitution: Relevant post-secondary education may substitute for general experience at a rate of thirty (30) semester hours equals one (1) year of experience.
• Other: Selected candidates will receive additional security training specific to the court. Training may include operation of security and metal detecting equipment, and standard first aid training, which includes Adult CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED).