#54666 Court Probation Officer Supervisor- 02/9/26 – 02/20/26
Professional, Hourly
COURT PROBATION OFFICER SUPERVISOR
Probation Specialty Courts/ Behavioral Health Division
Opening Date: February 9, 2026 Position Number: 54666
Closing Date: February 20, 2026 Position Status: Full-time, Regular
Pay Range: $31.661 – $39.576 Hourly Probation Specialty Courts or as assigned
Essential Tasks: The mission of the Behavioral Health Court and the Behavioral Health DWI Court is to increase public safety, reduce recidivism,
alleviate mental health symptoms, and provide substance abuse treatment in a safe environment. Under direction, supervise court Probation staff in
the documentation, development and administration of program recommendations, referrals and monitoring of court-ordered pre and/or post
adjudication defendants/offenders. Provide direct supervision of two or more probation staff members assigned to this position. Assist with the
hiring, evaluating and disciplining of the professional and clerical staff of the Probation Division. Advise and assist in planning, organizing and
developing/revising procedures for the Probation Supervision Division. Investigate defendants’ educational, family, criminal and social background,
and/or previous treatment compliance. Assess and determine risks and needs of defendants for treatment and counseling. Review police and court
reports. Analyze, verify, justify and report treatment and sentencing recommendations to the court. Develop, interpret and implement supervision
plan for defendant. Monitor defendants’ compliance with sentencing and conditions of probation by establishing interaction and regularly scheduled
meetings. Perform crises management and conflict resolution with defendant and family when necessary. Schedule hearings and notify parties
involved. Appear in court to elaborate on, defend or respond to information in pre-sentencing report. Inform and subpoena witnesses. Confer with
state and defense attorneys and provide advice and recommendations. Continually report status of defendant to the court. Maintain current roster of
defendants. Secure, manage, update and govern individual case files by assuring that files contain necessary copies of essential and relevant
documents. Compile monthly statistical reports. Respond to inquiries on defendants assigned to other probation officers. Provide information and
referral to former clients. Aid other law enforcement agencies or probation officers with investigations and supervision of other defendants. May
perform other duties to meet the operational needs of the Court. A more comprehensive job description is available at https://metro.nmcourts.gov or
may be obtained in the Human Resources Division of the Metropolitan Court.
Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Sciences, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
Education Substitution: Four (4) years’ of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year for year basis (Degree Preferred).
Experience: Five (5) years’ of experience in criminal justice, social services or related field of which one (1) year must have been as a supervisor.
Experience Substitution: Relevant graduate level education may substitute for up to two (2) years’ experience at a rate of thirty (30) semester hours’
equals one (1) year of experience. Education may not substitute for supervisory experience. Supervisory Substitution: Leadworker duties may be
considered on a prorated basis for supervisory experience at a rate of one (1) year equals six (6) months’. Leadworker assigned duties must have
included the development of employee performance plans and appraisals, discipline and approval of time for assigned staff. An additional one (1)
year of directly related experience may substitute for the supervisory experience provided the incumbent attends the NMJB Supervisory Mentorship
Program Training at the earliest opportunity. Other: May be required to obtain and maintain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification
within six (6) months’ of hire. Post-offer background history and fingerprint check is required.
Working Conditions: 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, and judges and justices.
Applicants interested in applying should complete a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment (Revised 07/29/2024) or a Resume
Supplemental Form (Revised 07/29/2024) and submit with a signature and date to the Human Resources Division prior to 5 p.m. on the closing
date. Mailed applications must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. If you would like to receive a text message when job opportunities
become available, please visit the following website https://metroweb.metrocourt.state.nm.us/HRjobsapp/job_ops