Pretrial Services Officer 1 #10107980 -23200, Full-Time, TERM, in Albuquerque, NM

New Mexico Courts; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency in New Mexico is seeking a Pretrial Services Officer to assist with criminal background investigations and supervise defendants. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance with court orders, and providing support to individuals charged with criminal offenses. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or social sciences, with relevant experience preferred. This full-time position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx Insurance

Paid time off

Eleven paid holidays

Training and career development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• One year experience in criminal justice or related field.
• Must obtain NCIC certification within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with criminal background investigations.
• Supervise a defendant’s compliance with court-ordered programs.
• Document and maintain case files.

Skills

Knowledge of court-ordered programs

Case management techniques

Pre-adjudication supervision procedures

Investigative techniques

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice

Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences

Job description

Pretrial Services Officer 1 #10107980 -23200, Full-Time, TERM, in Albuquerque, NM

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Business Unit: 23200

Pretrial Services Officer 1 #10107980 -23200, Full-Time, TERM, in Albuquerque, NM

# of Positions: 1

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Business Unit: 23200

Pretrial Services Officer 1 #10107980 -23200, Full-Time, TERM, in Albuquerque, NM

# of Positions: 1

Opening Date: 05-15-2025 - Close Date: --

Target Pay Range/Rate: $21.106 - $26.382 per hour OR $43,900 - $540,875 annually

The Second Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, TERM, Pretrial Services Officer 1 #10107980-23200 for the Judicial Supervision and Diversion Program in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The working days/hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (subject to change or as assigned). GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Acting under general supervision, assist with criminal background investigations on persons arrested and charged with criminal offenses prior to adjudication; As part of the Pretrial Services Program within the Judicial Supervision & Diversion Programs (JSDP)Division, perform a variety of responsibilities as part of a high-functioning, fast-paced team in one or more of the program’s operational units. Interact with, monitor, support and supervise a dynamic caseload of individuals with felony criminal charges. Assist with ensuring appropriate-level supervision practices to maximize court appearance and public safety. Prepare for and represent the Pretrial Services Program in scheduled criminal court hearings regarding assigned clients. Produce timely and accurate compliance and noncompliance reports to court and communicate regularly with coworkers, court parties, and program participants. Understand the risks and needs of vulnerable individuals involved in the program and assist willing program participants to connect to needed services and programs in the community. Perform observed, same-gender urinalysis testing and sample management. Must possess or obtain proficiency with multiple database and case management systems to effectively maintain a caseload. Obtain and apply knowledge of best practices in the field of pretrial justice and pretrial supervision. Contribute to efforts to enhance and improve the overall effectiveness and outcomes of the Pretrial Services Program. Finalist(s) may be subject to criminal background checks.

Examples Of Job Duties

• The Pretrial Services Officer 1 is responsible for implementing release and case management plans and investigations for those charged with criminal offenses.
• Supervises a defendant’s compliance with court-ordered programs and conditions of release.
• Conducts brief intake interviews with newly referred defendants.
• Documents each defendant’s needs for community support services.
• Contacts references to verify information provided by defendants regarding employment, home, work, and school status.
• Provides recommendations for appropriate treatment support and referrals.
• Participates in scheduled case staffing.
• Monitors defendant’s compliance with court-ordered conditions of release and community provider program requirements.
• Documents, reports and notifies the court of a defendant’s non-compliance or program violations and recommend appropriate action.
• Tracks Pretrial Services referrals at felony arraignments.
• Documents and maintains case files that illustrate interactions with defendants, treatment providers, community-based case managers, attorneys, employers and family members.
• Attends and participates in meetings with court staff and other treatment providers.
• Monitors defendant’s compliance utilizing electronic monitoring technology.
• Maintains alcohol and drug screening equipment and supplies.
• Performs scheduled and spontaneous site visits to participant’s home, school, work, or other locations to monitor program compliance.
• May perform as a judicial designee in formulating appropriate recommendations for release, sanctions, and detention.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Competencies/Qualifications

The successful applicant should demonstrate their knowledge of court-ordered programs; case management techniques; pre-adjudication supervision procedures and sanctions; rules and statutes governing bond/bail and release from detention; formulating appropriate release plans; treatment, rehabilitation and support programs, options and community providers; sentencing guidelines; governmental court rules, policies and procedures, operations, structure, forms; NM law, civil and criminal procedure; legal terminology; substance abuse and mental health symptomology, counseling and treatment; physical and psychotropic medication; mediation techniques; investigative techniques using governmental investigative resources; drug screening methods and equipment; protocol, interpretation, and technology; and electronic monitoring equipment and technology.

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 time off, up to eight (8) weeks
• Paid time off and retirement buyback
• 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*
  
  

*These benefits vary by job classification or need*

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice, social sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Education Substitution: Four (4) years of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year for year basis.
• Experience: One (1) year experience in criminal justice, social services, probation, corrections or a related field.
• Experience Substitution: None.
• Other: Must obtain and maintain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within six (6) months of hire.
  
  

TO APPLY: Submit a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment, or a Resume and a Resume Supplemental form and proof of education to [e-mail] or to the following address:

Application Forms

Microsoft Word Format

Adobe PDF Format

Resume Supplemental Forms

Microsoft Word Format

Adobe PDF Format STATE OF NEW MEXICO SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE 400 Lomas Blvd. NW (Third Floor/Room 325) Albuquerque, NM 87102

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