Opening Date: 12-08-2023 - Close Date: 12-22-2023

Target Pay Range/Rate: $33.774 - $41.500 hourly OR $70,250 - $86,320 annually

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is recruiting for a full-time, classified, AOC Statewide Pretrial Services Program Manager position #10112900-21800. This position will work with a dynamic team to assist in all aspects of statewide pretrial implementation, sustainability, and oversight of the practices and programs among the district, magistrate, and metropolitan courts. The Statewide Pretrial Program Manager, under the direction of the Sr. Statewide Pretrial Program Manager, is responsible for developing, proposing, planning, and overseeing statewide pretrial initiatives related to pretrial detention, use of legal and evidence-based practices, developing high level reports, strategic planning, staff mentoring, coaching and professional development, and presentation of reports to various audiences such as the legislature, local pretrial justice stakeholders, as well as national groups. This position will work closely with other internal and external programs to implement pilots and strategies that impact the entire spectrum of the pretrial justice system. The ideal candidate should have experience in program development, change management, technical writing, research, strategic planning, strong critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. In addition, this position will require strong public speaking skills with experience in conducting workshops, training, and presentations to various audiences such as stakeholder groups, judges, legislative committees, and national workshops. The ideal candidate for this position should possess a high-level understanding and experience of pretrial justice legal and evidence-based practices in New Mexico and on the national level. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Acting under general direction oversee Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) pretrial programs and coordinate pretrial activities among the district and metropolitan courts. Finalist(s) may be subject to criminal background check.
EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

The AOC Statewide Pretrial Services Program Manager is responsible for developing, proposing and implementing statewide initiatives and best practices related to pre-trial detention and release, screening, programs and services.

Develops pilot projects for statewide use and implementation for early release on recognizance, establishes on-site and remote pretrial services, and enhances current programs to reduce pretrial failures to appear.

Prepares and monitors statistical reporting, and provides judges with risk assessment data and analysis to aid in pretrial decisions.

Participates in the development of data measurement for pretrial practices and reports on outcome measurements.

Plans, coordinates, manages, reviews and evaluates work of pretrial programs in individual courts and statewide.

Works closely with criminal justice partners, courts, and AOC staff to identify trends, issues, and developments within the criminal justice system with an impact on pretrial services and decision-making.

Develops, implements, and oversees the training of judicial staff in setting and executing appropriate supervision levels and pretrial conditions.

Supports and expands programs such as Release On Recognizance (ROR), Clearinghouse, training in and use of Public Safety Assessment and/or other validated risk assessment instruments.

Integrates pretrial services and data with partners in courts and related entities such as social services, problem solving courts, and mental health providers.

Seeks additional funding through grants, and drives evidence-based decisions in all phases of pretrial reform.

Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS
The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of state statutes, rules and constitutional rights governing release and bond/bail eligibility for defendants; third party releases; recidivism; safety, security and confidentiality practices; criminal behavior patterns and profiles; programs and procedures for assessing a defendant’s pretrial threat to public safety and flight risk; formulating effective release and supervision plans; developing recommendations for graduated sanction and sentencing; addressing case management services and needs; conducting criminal history background investigation; providing detailed reports to the court including recommendations for release, detention, sentencing; recognizing patterns of drug, alcohol and anger management in order to provide recommendations for referrals to community treatment providers; assessing offenders threat level and appropriately recommending release and bonds based on criminal history profiles; pre-adjudication supervision procedures and sanctions; rules and statutes governing bond/bail and release from detention; sentencing guidelines, available treatment options and community providers; federal, state and local court rules; New Mexico civil and criminal procedures; New Mexico Criminal Justice Information System; and NCIC procedures and processes.
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*

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Counseling, or a related field.

Experience: Six (6) years of experience in criminal justice, social services, probation, corrections, or related field.

Experience Substitution: Additional relevant education at the Master’s Degree level experience at a rate of 30 semester hours equals one (1) year of experience.

Other: May be required to 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:

Administrative Office of the Courts

Attn: AOC Human Resources Division

202 E. Marcy Street

Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501

Fax: 505-479-2641

Email: jobs@nmcourts.gov

Applications can be emailed, faxed, or mailed.