Security Bailiff , Perm in Aztec, NM

Overview

Administrative Office of the Courts

Security Bailiff # Full-Time, Perm in Aztec, NM

# of Positions: 1

Opening Date: 02-02-2026 — Close Date: 02-13-2026

Target Pay Range/Rate: $17.353 hourly or $36,094.24 annually

The Eleventh Judicial District & Magistrate Courts is recruiting for one full-time classified Security Bailiff position #. This position is based in Aztec, NM at Aztec District Court but will support other court locations in San Juan and McKinley counties. General Statement of Duties:
Under general supervision, plan for, monitor and provide security for the courthouse, working at any of all four locations in San Juan County based on business need; ensure proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings, provide a high level of customer service, assist Judge, jurors and other parties as needed. Operate security and metal detecting equipment at entrance to courthouse or courtroom, if applicable.

This is an unarmed security position. Finalist(s) will be subject to criminal background checks.

• The Bailiff Security is responsible for identifying and deterring suspicious activities, inappropriate behavior, and illegal contraband, and preventing in-courtroom communication, and contraband transfer between inmates and the public.
• Ensures proper behavior in the courtroom for all proceedings, provides customer service, and assists Judges, jurors, and other parties as needed.
• Sets up and takes care of the courtroom during proceedings.
• Coordinates with law enforcement agencies on the transportation of inmates to and from the courthouse and/or courtroom.
• Works with attorneys who may need special equipment for a hearing.
• Maintains, requests, and secures exhibits entered as evidence during proceedings or until handed off at the end of trial to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in the assembly of potential jurors and instructs jurors on processes.
• Provides customer service and maintain contact with jurors during a trial.
• Maintains juror time records, takes roll-call, and ensures jurors are seated properly.
• Ensures all parties are present for each hearing.
• Assists in the document flow from the Judge to the attorney and/or pro se parties.
• Acts as a liaison with local law enforcement agencies.
• Trains and supports other bailiffs.
• Announces Judge’s entrance into and departure from the courtroom and ensures proper decorum is maintained in the courtroom during proceedings.
• Navigate Odyssey to assist judges during hearings.
• May assist in emergency situations.
• May provide backup assistance in the event of unanticipated disturbances.
• May complete incident reports.
• May perform Court Monitor duties.
• May assist during special events, e.g., setup and teardown of courtrooms for special events i.e. investiture ceremonies, mock trials, Supreme Court oral arguments, etc.
• May obtain files and Judge’s notes of upcoming cases for the Judge’s review.
• May assemble files in the order cases are to be heard for the day.
• Other duties as assigned.

The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of general court procedures, security management and safety practices, evacuation procedures, fire alarm systems; metal detectors, security equipment, mobile x-ray inspection systems; safety and security processes, first aid techniques, fire and police reporting procedures, electronic equipment, and judiciary and courtroom protocols.

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED.
• Education Substitution:
  None.
• Experience:
  
  One (1) year of experience in security, law enforcement, or legal setting, of which six (6) months must have been in law enforcement and/or security work.
• Experience Substitution:
  Relevant post-secondary education may substitute for general experience at a rate of thirty (30) semester hours equals one (1) year of experience. Education or other relevant experience may not substitute for the six (6) months of required law enforcement and/or security experience.
• Other:
  Selected candidates will receive additional security training specific to the court. Training may include operation of security and metal detecting equipment, and standard first aid training, which includes Adult CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

TO APPLY:

Submit a Judicial Branch Application for Employment or a Resume with a Resume Supplemental form, along with proof of education by 5:00 p.m., February 13, 2026 to:

Application Forms

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Resume Supplemental Forms

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Eleventh Judicial District & Magistrate Courts Human Resources
103 S. Oliver, Aztec, NM 87410
Fax:
Email: 11thjdchr

Proof Of Education Required.

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