Court Clerk & Docket Specialist II

New Mexico Courts; Taos (NM); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx

Paid vacation and sick leave

11 paid holidays

457(b) plan

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Administrative Office of the Courts in Taos, NM is seeking a Judicial Specialist 2 to perform court document preparation, docketing, and case management tasks under general supervision. The position is full-time and permanent, with a target pay range per hour and annual salary.

The role requires handling customer service for pro se litigants, processing filings, cash handling, and administering jury management duties while maintaining accurate records and compliance with court procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of legal terminology and phrases.
• Basic knowledge of jury service.
• Filing methods and case processing knowledge.
• Knowledge of Specialty Court Programs.
• Understanding of Court Clerk’s Procedures Manual and Code of Ethics.
• Awareness of Language Access Policies.

Responsibilities

• Open, docket, and close cases using the case management system.
• Provide general procedural information to pro se litigants.
• Process filings, assess fees, and enter data.
• Prepare court records, notices, and final orders.
• Manage jury trial calendars and voir dire materials.
• Maintain office equipment and ensure court operations.

Skills

Legal terminology

Jury service knowledge

Case processing

Court procedures

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Administrative Office of the Courts in Taos, NM is seeking a Judicial Specialist 2 to perform court document preparation, docketing, and case management tasks under general supervision. The position is full-time and permanent, with a target pay range per hour and annual salary.

The role requires handling customer service for pro se litigants, processing filings, cash handling, and administering jury management duties while maintaining accurate records and compliance with court procedures.