Surveillance Officer

at  New Mexico Courts

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS

The successful applicant should demonstrate their knowledge of the probation process, New Mexico law, civil and criminal procedure; court rules, policies and procedures, operations and structure; legal terminology; substance abuse and drug testing methods, program monitoring protocol and equipment; police reporting procedures, recognizing vital case facts that require documentation in the case file or may need further action. Demonstrated ability to recognize and appropriately respond to safety and security issues using conflict resolution or verbal de-escalation techniques, work effectively with hostile individuals or individuals under the influence of drugs or alcohol; provide equal and impartial services regardless of a protected status.

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 *

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Education Substitution: None.
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience in social services, probation, as a corrections officer, or work in a related field.
• Experience Substitution: Additional post-secondary education in a related field may substitute for experience. Thirty (30) semester hours equals one (1) year of experience.
  TO APPLY: Submit Judicial Application or Resume and a Resume Supplemental form and proof of education to:
  Eighth Judicial District Court
  Attn: Amy Seidel, Human Resources Administrator
  105 Albright Street, Suite N
  Taos, New Mexico 87571
  Phone: 575-751-8600
  Email: taodaas@nmcourts.gov

• The Surveillance Officer is responsible for performing both scheduled and nonscheduled site visits to participant’s homes, schools, work, or other locations to monitor program compliance.
• Tracks and administers breath, urine, and sweat patch drug tests as necessary.
• Documents all interactions with program participants in the case management system.
• Maintains accurate case files and records.
• Prepares precisely written reports detailing participant program compliance, tracks, and records community service participation, and attends court proceedings.
• Participates and provides input during meetings with court staff and other programs.
• Maintains drug testing equipment and supplies.
• Maintains and installs alcohol monitoring equipment and GPS.
• Participates in community education and outreach related to court programs.
• Serves the court in accordance with appropriate statues, rules, procedures, or committees.
• Serves the court in accordance with appropriate statutes, rules, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.