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Chaves County Civil Process Server in Roswell, New Mexico
**Veterans Preference: The Jobs for Veterans Act mandates priority of service to veterans seeking employment and training opportunities. To ensure compliance with this law, this job posting will be available only to veterans for the first 24 hours. After this period, the job will be released to all job seekers.
JOB SUMMARY: Service of civil and criminal subpoenas issued by the State District Court, State Magistrate Court and District attorney's Office. Also serves any other legal process brought to the Sheriff's Office by private attorney offices or other individuals needing process served within Chaves County.
BENEFITS: Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
QUALIFICATIONS Education/Training/Experience: High School diploma or G.E.D. Licenses/Certification: Valid N.M. driver's license with a good driving record. Desirable Qualifications: Knowledge of the New Mexico court system, civil and criminal process. Experience in basic bookkeeping for civil process and bilingual. Other. Post offer Drug Analysis Test and pre-employment physical. Driver's license, employment and criminal background investigation. No prior D.W.I., arrests or convictions within the last thirty-six (36) months. No prior felony arrests. No misdemeanor arrests within the last thirty-six (36) months.
ABILITIES/SKILLS: Ability to read, write and understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English and issue both oral and written instructions. Ability to write legible and concise reports and correspondence using proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Ability to read and understand civil law and court orders. Ability to use tact and diplomacy when necessary and remain calm in emergency and stressful situations. Highly proficient in the use of two-way radios, copy machines, printers and basic office equipment. Highly proficient in the use of personal computers, Microsoft Word, and Outlook. Knowledge of the city and county areas; including state and county road numbers and rural route numbers. Must be detail oriented and accurate, have strong organizational and public relations skills and be able to effectively safeguard confidential information; keep accurate and complete records of all activities. Work well with ever-changing priorities and/or situations. Interact with subordinates pleasantly. Interact with the public and occupants of the county building in a professional and friendly manner. Work independently using good judgment and decision-making skills. May require some out of town travel for training and meetings. Employee must know and understand County Personnel policy as well as all county and departmental policies pertinent to the position. Must be able to maintain an acceptable attendance record, be punctual and meet established deadlines.
SPECIAL NOTE: Chaves County is a drug-free employer. All applicants for this position will be required to pass a background check and will be subject to post offer, pre-employment drug test.
INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS APPLY AT: Required application forms are available at the County's Job Posting Board located in the west wing of the County Administrative Center or at www.chavescounty.gov. Applications may be returned to Human Resources in the County Manager Suite at Suite 180, Chaves County Administrative Center, #1 Saint Mary's Place, Roswell, NM 88203 or mailed to Chaves County Human Resources PO Box 1817, Roswell, NM 88202. For ADA Accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 575.624.6557.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected class. **