Senior Court Operations & Administration Director

New Mexico Administrative Office of the Courts (NM); Aztec (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Administrative Office of the Courts (NM) seeks a Court Executive Officer 3 to oversee court administration and operations in Aztec, NM. The role reports to the Chief Judge, directing administrative services, finance, facilities, HR, and information systems to optimize court efficiency and public service.

The position involves strategic financial planning, contract management, and coordination with state agencies to advance court priorities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s with substitution required for the role; field of study aligned to administration, public affairs or judiciary.
• Bachelor’s degree with one year of relevant budget/finance/HR/contracts administration experience may substitute for advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general operational and administrative direction and supervision of court employees.
• Administer court’s administration including finance, facilities, security, human resources, and information systems; manage non‑judicial operations and resources.
• Develop budget priorities and long/short‑term strategic financial goals; assist with audits, grants, fixed assets, and facilities administration.
• Review and approve financial reports, ensure purchases comply with NM Procurement Code; may serve as CFO and/or CPO.
• Manage contracts, jury operations, and court facilities planning; coordinate with Sheriff’s Department, Supreme Court, and AOC on security.
• Develop information technology solutions for the court, hire and manage professional staff, and prepare performance reports.

Education

Master’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Judicial Administration, Criminology, Management, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Judicial Administration, Criminology, Management, or related field + 1 year relevant experience

Job description

New Mexico Administrative Office of the Courts (NM) seeks a Court Executive Officer 3 to oversee court administration and operations in Aztec, NM. The role reports to the Chief Judge, directing administrative services, finance, facilities, HR, and information systems to optimize court efficiency and public service.

The position involves strategic financial planning, contract management, and coordination with state agencies to advance court priorities.