The Third Judicial District is recruiting for a full time, classified, Court Probation Officer I position #00054504-23300 for the Treatment Court Programs in Las Cruces, New Mexico. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Acting under general supervision monitor Participants in court mandated programs and compliance with his/her court order. Assigned work schedule is flexible; including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Finalist(s) maybe subject to criminal background checks.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

• The Court Probation Officer 1 is responsible for conducting investigations on defendants/offenders, establish needs, and develops appropriate treatment support plan.

• Participates in scheduled progress meetings at court-appointed locations.

• Monitors defendants/offender’s compliance at court hearings and with community service program requirements and tracks and records community service participation.

• Reports, documents, and notifies the court of defendants/offender’s compliance, non-compliance or program violations and recommends appropriate action.

• Maintains current case files, and documents all interactions with program defendants/offenders and treatment providers in the case management system.

• Performs scheduled and unannounced site visits (home, work, school or other location) to monitor program compliance.

• Monitors program compliance utilizing electronic monitoring technology.

• Tracks and administers drug and alcohol screens and maintains an alcohol and drug screening protocols,equipment and supplies.

• Participates in and attends conferences, training, community outreach and educational programs related tocourt programs.

• Prepares written and oral reports detailing defendants/offender’s program compliance and makes recommendations on future treatment support, or referrals.

• Provides input during court proceedings, and meetings with court staff and other treatment providers.

• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS

The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of court-ordered rehabilitation or support programs, sentencing guidelines, treatment options and community services available; New Mexico law, civil and criminal procedure; local court rules, policies and procedures, operations and structure; case management; legal terminology; substance abuse and mental health counseling and treatment; mediation techniques and conflict resolution; investigative techniques; drug screening methods; electronic monitoring equipment and technology; and court case management system.

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 assistanceprogram (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 from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Social Sciences or a related field.

Education Substitution: Four (4) years of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year for year basis.

Experience: One (1) year of experience in criminal justice, social services, or a related field.

Experience Substitution: None.

Other: May be required to obtain and maintain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certificationwithin six (6) months or hire.

TO APPLY:

submit either a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment or a Resume Supplemental Form with required resume, and proof of education located on the nmcourts.gov site no later than 5:00 p.m., Monday, May 6, 2024 to:

Ms. Briggett Becerra, Human Resources Administrator Sr.

Third Judicial District Court

201 Picacho Ave.

Las Cruces, NM 88005

575-253-8200, Ext. 310 | 575-523-8264 Fax

lcrdhr-grp@nmcourts.gov

PROOF OF EDUCATION IS REQUIRED.

Applications that do not include proof of education and all information requested on the resume supplemental form (with required resume) or the application of employment will be considered incomplete and may be rejected.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.49 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Las Cruces, NM 88005: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person