Certified Court Monitor

Business Unit: 24100

Certified Court Monitor #0000763-24100 Full-Time, At-Will, in Aztec, NM

# of Positions: 1

Opening Date: 06-29-2026 - Close Date: -

Target Pay Range/Rate: $25.622 per hour or $53,376.96 annually

The Eleventh Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, At-Will, Certified Court Monitor #00000763-24100 position for Division 4, in Aztec, NM. This position is located at Aztec District Court and reports directly to the Honorable Curtis R. Gurley. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under general supervision, make an accurate and significant digital recording and typewritten log of judicial proceedings. This position will support all types of judicial proceedings which includes criminal, domestic and family court hearings as well as jury trials. Court Monitor Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire and obtained by the Court. Applicants with a current certification are encouraged to apply. Finalist(s) may be subject to criminal background checks.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

The Certified Court Monitor is responsible for monitoring and recording judicial proceedings to provide litigants, attorneys, special commissioners, hearing officers, and judges access to the record for appellate review, trial preparation and preparation of orders.

Operates and sets up an audio recording machine or a digital recording system and ensures recording equipment is working properly.

Documents and time-stamps events by generating accurate log outlining pertinent events/appearances of the judicial proceeding and/or case notes and verifies recordings of proceedings are audible.

Gathers, delivers, and files recordings, receipts for log and exhibits to provide accurate record keeping procedures.

Accepts, maintains, and files court exhibits, which may include hazardous and/or dangerous items.

Troubleshoots recording equipment, runs updates, and maintains technical logs.

Responsible for retention of all case material and marks for identification logs, files, and safeguards evidence as a public, sequestered or sealed exhibit.

Acts as a liaison between court personnel, litigants or attorneys, to advance court proceedings.

Reviews court files, prepares hearings, and picks up all relevant files from judges and clerks.

Conducts research utilizing computer retrieval system.

Conducts training and certifications/re-certifications for other monitors/employees.

Travels to other locations to record hearings.

Drafts and prepares orders, legal correspondence and documents for judges, and sets hearings.

May act as a Trial Court Administrative Assistant.

May process appeals for the Court of Appeals.

Trains on courtroom etiquette, FTR, quick keys, entering exhibits, voir dire and jury trial processes.

Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS
The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of diverse types of hearings including domestic relations, domestic violence, child support, children’s court, mental health court, grand jury, out of district criminal arraignments, probation violations, etc. Legal abbreviations and terminologies; digital recording and word processing software; legal terminology; courtroom practices and procedures; the difference between providing information and legal advice; filing systems; maintaining exhibits during trial (can include guns, knives, drugs, drug paraphernalia, graphic photos, etc).

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 drivers 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, and 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 Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave, up to eight (8) weeks

Ten (10) paid holidays

Up to twelve (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, lab work at facility (Stay Well Health Center) in Santa Fe, NM

Bilingual compensation*

Training and career development opportunities

Higher education opportunities and educational leave

May qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay*

May receive physical fitness leave*

What are your benefits worth?

*These benefits vary by job classification or need*

QUALIFICATIONS

• QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: A high school diploma or GED.

• Education Substitution: None

• Experience: One (1) year of experience in court case processing, a legal secretarial or related field such as advanced customer service, data processing, and banking/financial experience.

• Experience Substitution: None.

• Certification: Court Monitor Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire.

• A typing test is required for this position. A typing proficiency score of at least 35 net words per minute is mandatory. Typing tests may be taken, free of charge, at NM Workforce Solutions, 3401 E 30th St Suite B280, Farmington, NM, or online at www.typingtest.com or www.goodtyping.com

TO APPLY: Submit a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment or a Resume Supplemental Form with required resume, proof of education and certification to:

Eleventh Judicial District & Magistrate Courts

103 S. Oliver Drive, Aztec, NM 87410

Fax: 505-334-7762

Email: 11thjdchr@nmcourts.gov

PROOF OF EDUCATION REQUIRED.

Applications may be mailed, faxed or emailed.

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