What are the responsibilities and job description for the Court Security Officer CONTRACT position at Eleventh Judicial District & Magistrate Courts?
*Resumes must be submitted directly to the Eleventh Judicial District & Magistrate Courts at aztddjb@nmcourts.gov. Applications will not be accepted through really. *
Administrative Office of the Courts
Business Unit: 24100
Court Security Officer, Full-Time, Contract, in Aztec, NM
# of Positions: 1
Opening Date: 1/12/2026 - Close Date: --
Pay Range: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
The Eleventh Judicial District & Magistrate Courts is recruiting for one full-time Contract Court Security Officer for the Aztec Magistrate court location in Aztec, NM. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Acting under direct supervision protect persons and property associated with a courthouse or judicial entity. This is an unarmed security officer position.
EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES
- The Court Security Officer is responsible for providing security, patrolling and
inspecting the physical building and property of the courthouse or judicial entity.
- Provides personal security for elected officials, judicial employees and the public located
within the courthouse or judicial entity.
- Protects and prevents against fire, property damage, theft, vandalism, illegal activities
and theft and calls appropriate personnel in the event of an emergency.
- Maintains liaison with local law enforcement agencies when coordinating and planning
for high profile trials and sentencing.
- Provides security in the courtroom when in session.
- Submits incident reports to the Court Executive Officer and to the Court Security Officer
Supervisor.
- Identifies suspicious and/or criminal activity and deters such activity.
- Operates security and metal detecting equipment at the entrance to the courthouse or
courtroom.
- Inspects people and packages entering and leaving the building.
- Makes employee identification badges for judicial employees and judicial entity staff.
- Arranges for removal or remove cars parked illegally.
- Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of security management and safety practices; law enforcement investigative techniques; fire and police reporting procedures; first aid methods and techniques.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Education Substitution: None.
Experience: One (1) year of experience in security, law enforcement, or directly related field.
Experience Substitution: None.
Other: Candidates will receive additional security training specific to the court which may
include operation of security and metal detecting equipment, CPR, Automated External
Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid.
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.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
*Resumes must be submitted directly to the Eleventh Judicial District & Magistrate Courts at aztddjb@nmcourts.gov. Applications will not be accepted through really. *
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Aztec, NM 87410 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Aztec, NM 87410: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $28