Court Security Clerk

Job title: Court Security Clerk

Company: City of Farmington

Job description: JOB OPENINGCITY OF FARMINGTONJOB POSITION #93: COURT SECURITY CLERKNUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1DEPARTMENT: Municipal CourtWORK LOCATION: Municipal CourtHIRING RANGE: $17.2120 – $26.8026/ HourPAY GRADE: G – Non-ExemptTYPE OF POSITION: Regular / Full-TimeDAYS WORKED: Monday-FridayHOURS WORKED: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL: FilledJOB DUTIESThis is an at-will position which serves at the pleasure of the COURT.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Works under the supervision of the Municipal Judge I and/or Court Administrator.Serves at the pleasure of the court.Provides security for the Municipal Court Complex and personnel.Screens all individuals entering the court building.Serves as bailiff while court is in session.Conducts random searches of persons and belongings.Conducts urine analyses and breath tests at request of the judge.Prepares and operates the video arraignment system.Coordinates court activities with the appropriate agencies.Restrains and detains persons as directed by the judge.Prepares and Maintains all Records Request from Public and Outside AgenciesAttendance at work is an essential function of this position.NON‑ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Maintains and functions as a liaison with uniformed members of the Farmington Police Department and other City Departments.Provides first aid or CPR in medical emergencies.Escorts prisoners on an as needed basis.The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.QUALIFICATIONSThis position is subject to the City of Farmington’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy which includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing, and follow-up testing.High school diploma or GED equivalent required.Valid New Mexico driver’s license with acceptable driving record for the past three years is required.Current or previous experience as a certified law enforcement officer (training and certification in New Mexico or comparable preferred).Must possess excellent skills in judgment, human relations and communications.Knowledge of court system and procedures.No felony or serious misdemeanor criminal convictions.Ability to utilize computer-oriented reporting systems.CPR and Basic First Aid (including blood borne pathogens) certification or ability to become certified.Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other City personnel and the public.Ability to follow verbal and or written instructions.Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations.Must be able to operate a personal computer and related court software.REQUIRED EXAMINATIONSOral board interview, medical examination including tuberculosis test, thorough background investigation including criminal background.TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:Telephone, communication radio, personal computer and software, handcuffs, pepper spray, asp.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to detain or restrain combative defendants until police arrives.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in a court/office setting. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.Exposure to hostile behavior, and belligerent or offensive language.This is an un-armed position.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/VJob Posted by ApplicantPro

Expected salary: $17.21 – 26.8 per hour

Location: Farmington, NM

Job date: Sat, 03 May 2025 22:50:18 GMT

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