Domestic Relations Hearing Officer # 00027927-23900, Full-Time, At-Will, Clovis, New Mexico.

Administrative Office of the Courts

Business Unit: 23900

Domestic Relations Hearing Officer # 00027927-23900, Full-Time, At-Will, Clovis, New Mexico.

# of Positions: 1

Opening Date: 09-16-2025 - Close Date: --

Target Pay Range/Rate: $134,921.28-$161,905.12 annually

The Ninth Judicial District Court is recruiting for a full-time, at-will, Domestic Relations Hearing Officer position #00027927-23900 in Clovis, New Mexico. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: This position is under the supervision of the presiding Chief District Judge. The successful candidate will be assigned caseloads to include child support matters, domestic violence, and domestic relations, consistent with Rule 1-053.2. This position is located at the Clovis/Portales District Court. Finalist(s) will be subject to criminal background checks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following functions are representative 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. The employee is expected to be punctual and to adhere to the assigned work schedule. Work is performed in an often fast-paced and stressful work environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy. The employee may be exposed to hostile or violent situations that may arise when dealing with individuals involved or associated with court cases, disturbing or hazardous court exhibits, and contagious health conditions. The employee must regularly interact positively with co-workers, supervisors, managers, judges, and the public; work under severe time constraints and meet multiple demands from several people. The work requires prolonged use of computers. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform repetitive hand, arm, and finger motions as well as use manual/finger dexterity, sit for long periods of time, stand and walk often, kneel and stoop, and talk and hear. The employee may be required to lift and/or move, push, pull, or carry up to 40 pounds. Overtime may be required. Travel may be required. A valid driver’s license may be required. The employee may be exposed to fluctuating outdoor and building temperatures.

• 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*

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, New Mexico licensed attorney in good standing.
• Education Substitution: None.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the practice of law with at least 20% of said practice having been in family law or domestic relations matters.
• Experience Substitution: None.
• Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of New Mexico and federal statutes, case law, court rules, policies, and procedures; ability to conduct independent legal research and prepare concise legal pleadings and memoranda.
• Other: The ability to establish effective working relationships with judges, the legal community, and staff; communicate complex rules clearly and concisely to practitioners and self-represented litigants; respond with tact and courtesy both orally and in writing. Must be able to demonstrate a work record of dependability and reliability, attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and effective organizational skills, and the ability to complete a post-offer background investigation may be required.
  
  

TO APPLY: PLEASE SUBMIT a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment, or a Resume and a Resume Supplemental form, and proof of education to

Application Forms

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Resume Supplemental Forms

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Adobe PDF Format Ninth Judicial District Court Ms. Katherine Grubelnik, Human Resources Administrator Curry County Courthouse 700 N. Main St.; 3rd Floor; Suite #16 Clovis, NM 88101 Email: clodkec@nmcourts.gov

Proof Of Education Required.

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