Court Operations Executive Leader (EO3)

Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 77,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eleventh Judicial District and Magistrate Courts in New Mexico seek a Court Executive Officer 3 to oversee district-wide judiciary operations, including administration, budget, facilities, security, and IT systems. Travel across San Juan and McKinley Counties is required.

You will lead a team of professionals, manage court programs, and advance policy development while delivering high-quality public service and strategic financial planning.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of experience in court management or a criminal justice system overseeing a large public agency or department.
• Experience supervising and managing a diverse staff (five years).
• Strong budget development and policy development experience.
• Ability to present to diverse audiences including legislative bodies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and administration of court non-judicial operations.
• Administer finance, facilities, security, HR, and information systems.
• Lead budget priorities and strategic financial goals.
• Manage contracts, procurement, and audits.
• Supervise staff and develop performance plans.
• Coordinate with judges, county managers, and external agencies.

Skills

Budgeting

Staff management

Policy development

Public speaking

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Business/Public Administration/Judicial Administration/Criminology/Management

Bachelor’s degree + 1 year experience in budget/finance/human resources/contracts

Job description

The Eleventh Judicial District and Magistrate Courts in New Mexico seek a Court Executive Officer 3 to oversee district-wide judiciary operations, including administration, budget, facilities, security, and IT systems. Travel across San Juan and McKinley Counties is required.

You will lead a team of professionals, manage court programs, and advance policy development while delivering high-quality public service and strategic financial planning.