Certified Court Monitor; U At-, in Santa Fe, NM

Certified Court Monitor (U) #

Location: Santa Fe, NM |
Type: Full-Time, At-Will |
Business Unit: 23100 |
Opening Date: 02‑18‑2026

The First Judicial District Court is seeking one full‑time, At‑Will Certified Court Monitor to provide courtroom support and ensure accurate, audible audio/digital recordings of judicial proceedings. The role requires proper use of spelling, grammar, and punctuation while monitoring multiple hearings and ensuring the integrity of recordings.

• Monitor and record judicial proceedings, including hearings for judges, attorneys, commissioners, and litigants, ensuring accurate audit trails for appellate review.
• Operate and set up audio or digital recording equipment, verifying functionality and troubleshooting as needed.
• Generate time‑stamped logs that outline pertinent events and verify that recordings are audible.
• Gather, deliver, and file receipts, logs, and exhibits, following accurate record‑keeping procedures.
• Accept, maintain, and file court exhibits, including hazardous or dangerous items, while protecting confidentiality and evidence integrity.
• Maintain technical logs and update recording and visual‑evidence systems.
• Retain all case material, label logs, and safeguards evidence for public, sequestered, or sealed status.
• Act as liaison between court personnel, attorneys, and litigants to advance proceedings.
• Review court files, prepare hearings, and collect relevant documents from judges and clerks.
• Conduct research using computer retrieval systems.
• Provide training and certifications/re‑certifications for fellow monitors and staff.
• Travel to other locations to record hearings.
• Draft orders, legal correspondence, and documents for judges and schedule hearings.
• Serve as Trial Court Administrative Assistant and process appeals for the Court of Appeals.
• Train on courtroom etiquette, brief keys, exhibit entry, voir dire, and jury trial processes.
• Perform duties of a Bailiff, including announcing judges and maintaining decorum.
• Prepare recordings/burn CDs for out‑of‑county and out‑of‑district proceedings and mail them to appropriate courts.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of experience in court case processing, legal secretarial work, or related administrative roles.
• Knowledge of diverse hearing types (jury trials, domestic relations, child support, mental health court, etc.).
• Proficiency with digital recording, word processing, and courtroom software.
• Understanding of legal abbreviations and terminology.
• Ability to handle hazardous exhibits and maintain evidence integrity.
• Valid driver’s license; travel may be required.
• Certification as a Court Monitor within six (6) months of hire.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• State‑paid life insurance and supplemental/dependent life insurance.
• Optional flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off (up to eight weeks) and eleven paid holidays.
• Up to twelve weeks of paid parental leave.
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan.
• Lifetime defined benefits retirement plan.
• Flexible work schedules and alternative work locations.
• Health care, prescription, and lab services at Stay Well Health Center.
• Bilingual compensation.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Higher education and educational leave options.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Potential overtime, holiday or shift differential pay, physical fitness leave.

Submit a NM Judicial Branch Employment Application or a Resume and Resume Supplemental Form. Proof of education required. Send via mail, email, or hand delivery to:

First Judicial District Court Human Resource Office
Attn:
Nicole Salazar
225 Montezuma Ave, P.O. Box 2268
Santa Fe, NM 87504
Phone: 505‑455‑8214 | Email: sfednms

Formats accepted:
Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF for both application and supplemental forms.

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