Court Probation Officer - I

Administrative Office of the Courts
Business Unit: 23300
Court Probation Officer 1 #00054679-23300, Full-Time, Perm in Las Cruces, NM
# of Positions: 1
Opening Date: 04-06-2026 - Close Date: 04-13-2026
Target Pay Range/Rate: $21.950-$23.594 per hour or $45,656-$49,075.52 annually

The Third Judicial District Court in Las Cruces, New Mexico is recruiting for one (1) full-time, classified, Court Probation Officer 1 for the Treatment Court Programs in Las Cruces, NM. Acting under general supervision, this position will monitor Participants in court mandated programs and compliance with his/her court order. Assigned work schedule consists of four (4) - ten (10) hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Finalists will be subject to criminal background checks.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

• The Court Probation Officer 1 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/offender’s compliance at court hearings and with community service program requirements and tracks and records community service participation.
• Reports, documents, and notifies the court of defendants/offender’s compliance, non-compliance or program violations and recommends appropriate action.
• Maintains current case files, and documents all interactions 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 an alcohol and drug screening protocols, equipment and supplies.
• Participates in and attends conferences, training, community outreach and educational programs related to court programs.
• Prepares written and oral reports detailing defendants/offender’s program compliance and makes recommendations on future treatment support, or referrals.
• Provides input during court proceedings, and meetings with court staff and other treatment providers.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS
The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of court-ordered rehabilitation or support programs, sentencing guidelines, treatment options and community services available; New Mexico law, civil and criminal procedure; local court rules, policies and procedures, operations and structure; case management; legal terminology; substance abuse and mental health counseling and treatment; mediation techniques and conflict resolution; investigative techniques; drug screening methods; electronic monitoring equipment and technology; and court case management system.

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 vacation and sick leave up to eight (8) weeks
● 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*
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*These benefits vary by job classification or need*

QUALIFICATIONS

• MINIMUM 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.
• Experience: One (1) year of experience in criminal justice, social services, or a related field.
• Experience Substitution: None.

TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit either a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment or a Resume Supplemental Form with required resume, and proof of education no later than 5:00 p.m., Monday, April 13, 2026 to:

Third Judicial District Court, 201 Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM 88005

Email your completed applications and proof of education to: lcrdhr@nmcourts.gov

PROOF OF EDUCATION REQUIRED.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Pay: $21.95 - $23.59 per hour

Work Location: In person