Court Executive Officer 3 (U

Court Executive Officer 3 (U) #, Full-Time, At-Will in Roswell, NM

# of Positions: 1

Opening Date: 08-04-2026
- Close Date: 08-14-2026

Target Pay Range/Rate: $56.21-$70.26 per hour or $-$

The Fifth Judicial District Court of Chaves, Eddy and Lea Counties is recruiting for one full time permanent Court Executive Officer 3 (at-will) position. The position is a Range QQ with a target pay range of $56.21 - $70.26 hourly. This position will require frequent travel. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Acting under the direction of the Chief Judge, the Court Executive Officer 3 is responsible for overseeing the management and administration of the court, including administrative services and the non-judicial operations of the court, and allocating resources in a manner that maximizes the efficiency and effectiveness in court operations and enhances service to the public.

• The Court Executive Officer 3 is responsible for the general operational and administrative direction and supervision of court employees.
• Administers or oversees the court’s administration including finance, facilities, security, human resources, and information systems, and the non-judicial operations of the court, including pre-trial services, case management, and specialty courts.
• Makes recommendations to the Chief Judge regarding the court’s budget priorities and develops long and short-term strategic financial goals.
• Assists in the oversight, review, and/or preparation of the financial audit process, grant administration, fixed assets, and facility administration.
• Reviews and approves court financial reports, reconciliations, financial statements, or expenditures, and ensures purchases comply with the NM Procurement Code.
• May serve as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and/or Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) for the court. Ensures CFO and CPO serve the court in accordance with the appropriate statutes, rules, and procedures.
• Manages and oversees the negotiation and management of contracts on behalf of the courts and in accordance with established contracting procedures and applicable laws.
• Manages the court’s jury operations including the efficient use of state and citizens’ time and resources.
• Plans current and future court facility and space needs; works with county managers, architects, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors in the modification, maintenance, or upgrade of existing facilities.
• In conjunction with the County Sheriff’s Department, the Supreme Court, and the AOC, oversees security for the court to provide a safe environment for the court employees and members of the public.
• Collaborates with outside security agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of all judges, staff, and the public.
• Enforces court security measures for information technology, public information, and records including timely responses to IPRA requests and media inquiries.
• Manages uniform record-keeping systems, and collects data on pending and completed judicial business and internal operations as required by the court and Supreme Court.
• Manages facilities in a manner that provides for a safe, secure, and ergonomic work environment.
• Oversees and conducts research, development, coordination, and tracking of legislative initiatives and bills; researches and drafts proposed legislation; provides testimony and develops strategies for passage of legislation; performs bill analyses for effect and impact on the court; analyzes court/program needs and addresses requests from the legislature and other interested parties.
• Serves as a liaison to state, county, municipal or private organizations; consults and collaborates with managers, employees, state agencies, state legislators, the public, press, attorneys, and private vendors.
• Prepares comprehensive status and statistical reports, rules, and procedures, and addresses citizen complaints.
• Serves on internal judicial and external community steering committees to develop and manage efficient court processes and policies, and makes recommendations relevant to the court’s jurisdiction and initiatives.
• Advises the court’s judges on performance measures and case…