Administrative Assistant/Special Investigations (DOJ #1120)

Posting Details

The Attorney General and the Department of Justice, collectively referred to as the New Mexico Department of Justice, represent and defend the legal interests and sovereignty of the people of the State of New Mexico. The NMDOJ exercises the responsibilities delegated by the New Mexico Constitution, statutes enacted by the New Mexico Legislature, and the common law. The Attorney General has primary authority for enforcement of consumer protection and antitrust laws, prosecution of criminal appeals and some complex white-collar crimes, training and certification of peace officers, and most natural resource and environmental matters. Additionally, the New Mexico Department of Justice works concurrently with New Mexico's 13 district attorneys and other local, state and federal law enforcement authorities to carry out it's criminal justice responsibilities and activities.

The Special Investigations Bureau of the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) is comprised of separate units, each handling investigations in its own specialty area.The Bureau utilizes expert special agents for major criminal investigations across the state as directed by the Attorney General, including violent crimes such as child abuse, homicide, sexual assaults, and guardianship cases. The Special Investigations Bureau also investigates government corruption, fraud, economic and financial crimes, and forced child labor, often working in cooperation with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Why does the job exist?

To support the goals and mission of the NMDOJ and provide assistance to the Special Investigations division.
How does it get done?

Executive secretaries and administrative assistants provide high-level administrative support for the Special Investigations division. Key responsibilities include providing high-level administrative support, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests, preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, scheduling meetings, facilitating state wide training and travel, and handle more complex responsibilities such as reviewing incoming memos, submissions, and reports in order to determine their significance and to plan for their distribution.
Who are the customers?

This position serves the New Mexico Department of Justice and the citizens of New Mexico.
Ideal Candidate

This position serves the New Mexico Department of Justice and the citizens of New Mexico.
Minimum Qualification

Associate Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Accounting and one (1) year of directly related job experience in the areas of office administration, budgeting, purchasing, finance, accounting, auditing, cash management, contract management, and/or in the procedures of business and management principles involved in strategic planning. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling three (3) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment as some statewide travel maybe required. Employment is subject to criminal background check and is conditional pending results of criminal background check. Be of good moral character and not have been convicted of a felony offense by a court of this state, any other state or the United States.
Working Conditions

Working Conditions include extensive personal computer and telephone use, working in a law enforcement environment, potential statewide travel, and exposure to law enforcement investigations. Consistent communication with special agents, prosecutors and forensic accountants.
Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information: Tim Maestas, (505) 895-2492

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining unit.