Overview
Chief Appellate Court Clerk 1 (U) Jobs in Santa Fe, NM at New Mexico Courts
Administrative Office Professional I (AOP): Hourly rate of $22.99 – $27.64, plus bilingual and uniform allowance when applicable. Benefits Info HERE.
Administrative Office Professional I – Restricted. These positions are regularly privy to the decisions or recommendations of County management affecting employer-employee relations. These employees are in the confidential-unrepresented bargaining unit. AOP I – Restricted Hourly Rate: $23.23 – $27.90, plus bilingual allowance when applicable. Benefits Info HERE.
Note: Applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:
Retirement reciprocity
Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate
Location of Vacancies: We are accepting applications to establish one employment list to fill current and future vacancies in multiple locations (Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, Santa Ynez, Lompoc, Carpinteria, etc.) for full-time and part-time positions. Please make sure you select on your application which location(s) and department(s) you are willing to accept current and future employment.
THE POSITION: The Administrative Office Professional class is a position that is within 19 departments of the County of Santa Barbara. Each Administrative Office Professional position may be different depending on the needs of the department and the nature of the work that you will be performing. The current vacancies are in the Clerk Recorder Assessor’s Office and Behavioral Wellness Department.
For additional information about our County Departments, please visit this link: http://www.countyofsb.org/deptlist.sbc
Examples of Duties
Description
Class Concepts / Examples of Duties:
Value to the Organization
Performance of routine clerical and other related tasks in an assigned work area
Level of Work
This is the entry-level in the Administrative Office Professional series
Incumbents apply knowledge of basic and commonly used procedures, workflow, methods, and techniques associated with routine clerical work to perform routine tasks while learning how to perform the full-range of clerical work found in the work area
Independence of Action and Decision Making
Incumbents work within clearly established parameters
Incumbents are given limited opportunities to use independent judgment
Supervision Received
Work is regularly monitored; in some situations, supervisory control is provided through the structured nature of the work itself; in other cases, the supervisor maintains control through review of the work by spot checking progress and reviewing completed work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to instructions and established procedures
Incumbents perform work as instructed and are directed to seek advice on matters not specifically covered, clearly defined, or easily located in the instructions or guidelines
Supervision Exercised
None
Advancement
Incumbents are eligible for advancement to the Administrative Office Professional II level upon meeting the minimum experience requirement of one year of service in this class, fulfilling the advancement skill development requirement, and demonstrating satisfactory performance on the job as indicated on the most recent Performance Plan and Evaluation Form
COMPETENCIES
Class Competencies
Incumbents acquire and demonstrate the following competencies while performing work at the Administrative Office Professional I level:
Desktop Computing
Basic knowledge of and skill in using office automation software, including Microsoft Word and Outlook, involving desktop computing, keyboarding, data entry, receipt and transmission of electronic mail, and other skills that involve related steps covered by specific instructions
Oral Communication
Skill to speak with sufficient clarity and select appropriate words to convey standard information in a positive manner and select alternative words when needed
Skill to listen to and understand lengthy questions, complaints, and explanations
Skill to use words and body language that show empathy and understanding
Written Communication
Skill to check and compare information on documents to detect inconsistencies, incompleteness, and errors in transferring information
Skill to prepare accurate messages
Skill to compose simple correspondence using good grammar and word usage
Customer Focus and Business Orientation
Skill to ask appropriate questions to understand the customer’s needs and to select customer service techniques and methods to make a positive impression and get standard information across to the customer in a courteous, relationship-building manner
Skill to use an understanding of County departments and organizational structure to serve customers
Understanding of departmental programs to prioritize and respond to service requests
Skill to understand and follow confidentiality and privilege procedures
Team Work
Skill to work as a member of a work team demonstrating ability to accept and share responsibility
Problem Solving
Skill to define common problems and choose appropriate solutions from a fixed set of alternatives
Interpersonal Interaction
Skill to develop sound professional relationships with public, internal customers, and co-workers
Skill to avoid behaviors that lead to conflicts with others
Math
Skill to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and percentages
Core ACE Competencies
All Administrative Office Professionals are expected to possess and demonstrate the following competencies, which are required for demonstration of the County’s ACE values (accountability, customer-focus, and efficiency):
Job Knowledge/Skills
Possesses skills and knowledge to perform job
Stays up to date with changing technology and other requirements of the job
Quality
Produces work that is accurate, thorough, and neat
Produces work that is complete
Productivity/Effectiveness
Effectively uses time, equipment, materials, and resources
Plans and organizes work to accomplish assigned duties
Anticipates work that needs to be accomplished
Attendance/Punctuality
Is at work on time and is ready to work
Adheres to work schedule
Accountability
Follows policies and procedures
Understands priorities and makes appropriate decisions
Maintains confidentiality
Recognizes and accepts responsibility for work assigned and performed
Employment Standards
The following job-related competencies are required upon entry to this class for successful performance of essential functions and for demonstration of the County’s ACE values:
Skill to use computer operating system, word processing, and email software at a level necessary to create documents and send and respond to email messages
Use alphabetic computer keyboard with skill and accuracy
Use complete English sentences and paragraphs to correctly organize and convey information
Correct use of English parts of speech, sentence structure, vocabulary, and word usage
Skill to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers and decimals
Skill to meet and interact with the public and co-workers courteously and professionally
Skill to file information alphabetically, numerically, and chronologically
Skill to write and print legibly, clearly, and uniformly to record information
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Some positions may perform duties inside a locked facility. Those duties may include performing personal searches of prisoners, accompanying Sheriff’s Deputies on required rounds into detention dormitories, and during transport of prisoners and interacting with hostile and occasionally derisive individuals.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver’s License may be required for some positions.
BACKGROUND CHECK: Some positions require the applicant to pass a background investigation. Current or excessive use of drugs, sale of drugs, serious criminal history, or deception relating to employment history may bar employment.
SHIFT WORK AND WEEKENDS: Some positions in this class require shift and weekend work.
Note: Restricted Employees are regularly privy to the decisions or recommendations of County management affecting employer-employee relations. These employees are in the confidential-unrepresented bargaining unit.
Supplemental Information
SELECTION & EXAMINATION PROCESS
Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
Online Office Professional Assessment. Candidates will be required to successfully pass the online office professional assessment. Candidates who advance to this step will be notified by email with instructions to complete assessment. The deadline to complete the assessment will be clearly stated in the invitation. Candidates must complete and pass this assessment to continue in the selection process.
Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the online administrative office professional examination to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.
NOTE: Veteran’s preference credit is applicable for this recruitment (5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans). To be eligible for this credit, you must be applying for this position within five years from your most recent date of: (1) honorable discharge from active military service; or, (2) discharge from a military or veterans’ hospital where treatment and confinement were for a disability incurred during active military service; or, (3) completion of education or training funded by a Federal Educational Assistance Act. No time limit exists for veterans with 30% or more disability.
To receive veteran’s preference points, you must: (1) check the Veteran’s Preference Points box on the employment application form; and (2) submit a copy of your Form DD214 and, if applicable, VA certification of disability rating, to the Human Resources Department on or before the online assessment examination date; and (3) pass all phases of the examination process. The preference points will be added to your final test score.
Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
Conditional Job Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. For some departments, the selected candidate’s appointment is also contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan.
The County Health Department requires all employees working in direct contact with patients or clients in a high-risk environment to comply with the County Health Employee Immunizations policy. This can be accomplished by providing documentation of immunizations, submitting laboratory immune titers demonstrating adequate immunity, or obtaining required vaccinations. A list of requirements, based on the specific program, will be sent at the time an offer letter is presented to the selected candidate(s) and initial documentation will be required at this time.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND MEDICAL EVALUATION: District Attorney, Child Support Services, and SBCERS conduct a background investigation. Current or excessive use of drugs, sale of drugs, serious criminal history, or deception relating to employment history may bar employment. Other departments may require an extended background check including credit history; this is at the discretion of each department.
Background Investigation: includes an interview and in-depth background investigation of arrest records, personal, military, credit, and employment history; inquiry of persons who know you and evaluate whether you respect the law and rights of others; are dependable and responsible; have demonstrated mature judgment in areas such as the use of drugs and intoxicants; are honest; and a safe driver.
All Positions: Appointees may be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
Vaccination Verification and Testing: This position may be subject to State Health Officer Orders (SHOOs) or County policy regarding vaccine verification and/or testing. Please contact the hiring department for more information.
Statement of Commitment
The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization. The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.
We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.
We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County’s mission and to embody a culture of “One County, One Future.” Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.
We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 4:59 PM, PST; postmarks not accepted. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.
Leza Patatanian, Employment Analyst, [email protected]
BENEFITS: Retirement Plans Generous County Defined Benefit Plan Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans For more information on our retirement plans, please visit: https://www.sbcers.org/ and http://www.santabarbara457.comHealth Benefits Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more! For more information on our health benefits, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/4012/Health-BenefitsPaid Time Off Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below) Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting For more information on Paid Time Off please view the Compensation Summary for this bargaining unit (available below)Miscellaneous Benefits County Paid Term Life Insurance County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance Childcare and Employee Discounts Relocation Assistance may apply Flexible work schedule may apply For more information on all of these benefits, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/4013/24636/WorkLife-BenefitsCompensation Summary To view the Compensation Summary specific to the bargaining unit for this position (link to full Memorandum of Understanding also available at bottom of the summary), please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/3085/SEIU-Local-620 *This benefits list is for convenience only; please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for complete details of terms and conditions. Amounts are generally prorated for part-time employment.
Title: Chief Appellate Court Clerk 1 (U)
Company: New Mexico Courts
Location: Santa Fe, NM
