BERNALILLO COUNTY METROPOLITAN COURT

JOB RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

Human Resource Division Telephone: (505) 841-9819

401 Lomas Blvd NW Fax No.: (505) 222-4823

Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 Email: metrjobs-grp@nmcourts.gov

METROPOLITAN COURT PROBATION OFFICER I

Probation Supervision Division

Opening Date: January 23, 2023 Position Number: 37268

Closing Date: Open Until Filled Position Status: Full-time, Regular

Pay Range: $18.974 – 23.717/Hourly Probation Supervision Division or as assigned

Target Pay: $22.920 Hourly

Essential Tasks: Acting under general supervision monitor the defendant’s or offender’s participation in court mandated
programs and compliance with his/her court order. 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/offenders compliance at court hearings and with community service program

requirements and tracks and records community service participation. Reports, documents and notifies court of

defendants/offenders compliance, noncompliance or program violations and recommends appropriate action. Maintains

current case files, and documents all interaction 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 alcohol and drug screening protocols, equipment and supplies. Participates and attends

conferences, trainings, community outreach and educational programs related to court programs. Prepares written and oral

reports detailing defendants/offenders program compliance and makes recommendations on future treatment support, or

referrals. Provides input during court proceedings, meetings with court staff and other treatment providers. May perform

other duties to meet the operational needs of the Court. A more comprehensive job description is available at

https://metro.nmcourts.gov/ or may be obtained in the Human Resource office of the Metropolitan Court.

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. (Degree preferred). 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) certification within six (6) months of hire. Post-offer background history and fingerprint check is required.

Working Conditions: 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, and judges and

justices.

Applicants interested in applying should complete a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment (Revised

05/10) or Resume and Supplemental Resume form (Revised 05/10) and submit with a signature and date to the Human

Resource Division prior to 5 p.m. on the closing date. Mailed applications must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date.

The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants selected for an interview must notify

the Human Resource Division at (505) 841-9819 of the need for an accommodation.