The United States District Court for the District of New Mexico is seeking an individual with
experience in leading a complex, diverse and innovative organization to serve as the District's
Clerk of Court. The Clerk is appointed by the district judges and occupies the highest non-
judicial position in the Court. The Clerk of Court has overall management authority and
responsibility for the non-judicial components of the Court, and works closely with the
Chief Judge to ensure that the administrative and operational needs of the Court are effectively
met and the statutory duties of the office are carried out.
The position requires a dynamic individual with the management skills and technical expertise
necessary to anticipate and resolve complex administrative, operational, budgetary, and
information technology challenges quickly and efficiently, and perform and implement short-
and long-range strategic planning. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are
required, along with a proven record of leadership and accomplishment, preferably in a court
environment.
