Top 64 Court commissioner Jobs in California

Court Commissioner
Superior Court of California, County of Sonoma —Sonoma County, CA
- $212,804.80 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Travel
- Accounting
- Paid jury duty
- Paid holidays
5d
Court Commissioner Pro Tem (On-Call) - Department of Child Support Services
Sacramento Superior Court —Sacramento, CA
- $100.01 an hour
- Part-time
- Word processing
- English
- Office
12d
Court Reporter
Superior Court of California, County of Butte —Chico, CA
- $80,974.40 - $98,425.60 a year
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
DEPUTY AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/SEALER
Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources —Los Angeles County, CA
- $100,230.72 - $135,075.36 a year
- Overtime
- Office
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
DEPUTY LABOR COMMISSIONER SUPERVISOR
Department of Industrial Relations —San Diego County, CA
- $7,439 - $10,663 a month
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
4d
Court Interpreter Pro-Tempore (Spanish)
Superior Court of California, County of Butte —Chico, CA
- $201.12 - $384.80 a day
- Part-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
Courtroom Clerk I
Stanislaus County Superior Court —Modesto, CA
- $59,113.60 - $70,907.20 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Basic math
- English
- On-the-job training
1d
Court Deputy
County of Riverside —Riverside County, CA
- $64,383.68 - $102,406.04 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
DEPUTY LABOR COMMISSIONER REGIONAL MANAGER
Department of Industrial Relations —Los Angeles County, CA
- $9,339 - $11,195 a month
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
2d
Court Clerk I
Superior Court of California, County of Butte —Chico, CA
- $41,475.20 - $50,419.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
11d
Courtroom Clerk I-II
Contra Costa County Superior Court —Contra Costa County, CA
- $64,453.58 - $93,375.98 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Word processing
- High school diploma or GED
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
4d
Daily Program/ Membership Commissioner
Volo San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Business development experience
User Support Technician
Superior Court of Orange County —Orange County, CA
- $36.88 - $45.69 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- Research
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
1d
Courtroom Clerk I/II (Open and Promotional)
County of San Mateo —San Mateo, CA
- $34.83 - $48.64 an hour
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- Retirement plan
3d
Paralegal
ES Management Group Inc —Ontario, CA
- Full-time
- Senior level
Quick Apply
4d
Courtroom Clerk I
Superior Court of Santa Cruz —Santa Cruz, CA
- $28.16 - $35.65 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- English
- Data entry
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
2d
PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
California Energy Commission —Sacramento County, CA
- $12,562 - $15,724 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Office
- Travel
Weights and Measures Inspector III
County of Sonoma —Santa Rosa, CA
- $52.01 an hour
- Overtime
- Spanish
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
5d
ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR
Department of Industrial Relations —San Joaquin County, CA
- $12,590 - $16,900 a month
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
Market Lead
Obvio —San Carlos, CA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 8 years
- Fair chance
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Court Commissioner

Superior Court of California, County of Sonoma -
Sonoma County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$212,804.80 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Paid jury duty
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Pension plan
Life insurance

Qualifications

Legal argument analysis
Bar

Full Job Description

Position Summary

Under the order and general direction of the Presiding Judge, the Court Commissioner performs various functions including, but not limited to, those prescribed by Government Code sections 71622 and 72190

Commissioners may be assigned to any court location for any assignment. It is expected that this position will initially include mental health cases such as Lanterman-Petris-Short Conservatorships including trials and writs, CARE Court, FACT Court and Mental Health Diversion. The position may also initially include Guardianships, Traffic, Treatment Courts and on-call assignments such as pre-arraignment release decisions or emergency protective orders. However, this commissioner position will be assigned based on the needs of the court which could include, but is not limited to, Misdemeanors, Dependency, Limited Civil (including Civil Harassment, Elder Protection, Unlawful Detainers, Collections and Short Cause) or other calendars as needed.

Applicants are not expected to possess experience in all assignments listed. Applicants should highlight experience in possible assignments and highlight a willingness to rotate and learn new assignments. Applicants must be willing to accept and learn any assignment based on the needs of the court. Applicants must possess knowledge of the judicial system. Applicants must also possess the ability to objectively analyze legal issues, principles, and arguments; control courtroom proceedings in a decisive, orderly, and equitable manner; communicate orally and in writing in a concise and effective manner; exhibit appropriate judicial temperament and demeanor, and work effectively under pressure in difficult and unexpected situations.

This is an At-Will position.

Please Note: The annual salary is approximately $212,806. Compensation is set at the sole discretion of the Presiding Judge and the Court Executive Officer.

Pursuant to Government Code section 69917 and California Rules of Court, Rule 10.702, a Court Commissioner may not engage in the practice of law.

Typical Duties

In addition to the powers conferred by California Code of Civil Procedure 259 the Court Commissioner may also perform the following duties:

Acts as a temporary judge pursuant to stipulation of counsel or the parties;
Conducts a daily court calendar; presides over criminal and traffic proceedings, including court and jury trials; hears, reviews, and rules on a variety of petitions, motions, and other actions; takes evidence from witnesses; makes or recommends appropriate findings, judgments, and orders; monitors and determines defendant compliance with court orders and payment schedules; issues bench warrants or driver's license or vehicle registration holds with the Department of Motor Vehicles; evaluates restitution claims;
Prepares court documents, decisions, reports, correspondence, and other written materials pertaining to case findings and orders;
Arraigns defendants, sets bail, accepts pleas, imposes sentence, and issues bench warrants; sets cases for hearings and trials; and conducts court and jury trials;
Reviews court files, documents and related materials to assess cases prior to and following hearings;
Determines eligibility or degree of financial contribution for indigent defense services and waivers of civil filing fees; eligibility for modified payment plans; eligibility for jail or community service in lieu of fines;
Presides over proceedings in civil and small claim matters; monitors and determines litigants' compliance with court orders;
Performs the functions of Referee of the Juvenile Court, which includes juvenile traffic matters and juvenile delinquency hearings as prescribed by the Welfare and Institution Code Sections 247, 248 and 553.
Conducts judicial hearings in family support cases involving Title IV- D of the Social Security Act, and cases filed by the State Family Child Support Division to establish paternity and other child support- related matters. May act as a judge pro-tem in such matters, or as a commissioner making findings and recommendations subject to review by a judge of the court;
Performs one or more of the functions of a probate commissioner, including review of pleadings and accounting in probate, guardianship, conservatorship and related matters, approves creditors' claims, ex-parte requests and other probate actions; and presides over probate proceedings as assigned;
Presides over proceedings involving specialty courts as approved by the court, including but not limited to, Domestic Violence Court, Mental Health Court, DUI Court, Juvenile or Adult Drug Court, and Community Outreach-related Court Programs;
Acts as a Riese Hearing Officer to hear, conduct and decide all capacity hearings requested by any persons subject to detention pursuant to Sections 5150, 5250, or 5270.15 of the California Welfare and Institution Code;
Performs duties of rotating on-call judicial officer to include reviewing requests for pre-arraignment release, issuance of emergency protective orders, bail reviews, and any other on-call, after-hours functions required within the scope of a commissioner’s authority;
Serves on various Court Committees as assigned by the Bench;
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Presiding Judge.

Qualifications

This position requires active membership in good standing in the California bar for a period of at least ten (10) years, unless inactive membership was due to previously holding the position of judge, referee, or commissioner.
Citizenship in the United States of America, and residency in California;
Demonstration of relevant legal experience as deemed sufficient by the Superior Court Judges;
Comprehensive knowledge of all applicable local, state, and federal law, including court rules and procedures;
The ability to establish good working relationships with the Superior Court bench, members of the bar, and various governmental agencies;
Appropriate judicial temperament and demeanor, including the ability to respond in a calm and rational manner when under pressure in difficult and unexpected situations;
Able to travel to and from any Court assignment and be ready to promptly handle assigned calendars.

Process to Apply

Please apply online at: http://sonoma.courts.ca.gov/info/jobs.

All questions must be answered completely; incomplete applications will not receive consideration.

Applicants are encouraged, but not required, to submit a writing sample. Writing samples should be no more than 6 – 8 pages. Applicants may submit up to two letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation may not come from current or retired Sonoma County judicial officers.

Applicants may submit additional information they wish considered in the review phase of the selection procedure as an attachment to their application, e.g. profiles printed in the Daily Journal or other legal newspapers.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required application, but will be considered as supplemental information when attached to the application form.

The Superior Court of California, County of Sonoma is committed to creating a diverse environment and an open, inclusive culture free from bias. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a thorough background check, and the provision of appropriate identifying documents to certify eligibility to work in the United States. Please be advised that finalist(s) must be fingerprinted for criminal record check purposes and that continued employment is contingent upon information received in the report. Convictions, depending upon the type, number and date, may be disqualifying. False statements or omission of facts regarding background or employment history may result in disqualification or dismissal.

Health and Welfare Benefits Health Insurance Coverage for employee and eligible dependents; Court contribution currently 92%.
Dental Insurance Family plan, 100% Court Paid
Vision Insurance Family plan, 100% Court paid
Basic Life Insurance Court paid, 2x annual salary ($200,000 maximum)
Supplemental Life Insurance Employee paid/optional
Dependent Life Insurance Employee paid/optional
Short Term DisabilityCourt Paid - 66 2/3% of salary; 7 day waiting period
Long Term Disability Court Paid - 66 2/3% of salary; 60 day waiting period
Deferred Compensation Employee paid/optional
Flexible Spending Accounts Employee paid/optional
Employee Assistance Program Court paid – 100%
Tuition Reimbursement Upon approval

Sick Leave -
10 days per year, no maximum accrual limit
Option to convert 100% of unused sick leave at time of retirement to retirement service credit.

Vacation Leave

Years

Comp

Full-Time

Service

No. of

Comp

In-Service

Hours

Vacation

Accrual per 80

In-Service

Hours

Total

Equiv.

Days

Max.

Accum.

0 - 7

0 - 14,559

7.39

380

7-14

14,560 – 29,119

8.31

430

More than 14

29,120 or more

9.24

460

Holidays
14 paid holidays including: New Year’s Day, January 1, Martin Luther King's Birthday, Lincoln's Birthday, Presidents' Day, Cesar Chavez Holiday, Memorial Day, Junteenth Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, as well as any day appointed by the Governor and recognized by CEO as a day of mourning, Thanksgiving or special observance.

Plus 24 miscellaneous floating holiday hours, granted via compensatory time off.

Personal Days
Up to 16 hours of employee’s available sick leave may be used annually for personal reasons.

Compassionate Leave
Up to 3 days per occurrence; an additional 2 days may be used from employee’s vacation, comp or sick leave.

Jury Duty Leave
Regular pay while on jury duty/cannot claim jury pay

Retirement
The Court Pension Plan is provided through the Sonoma County Employees’ Retirement Association (SCERA) and fully integrated with Social Security.
Benefit/Costs - Plan B (eligibility includes date of hire after January 1, 2013 by a SCERA employer not eligible for reciprocity):

2026/27 Employee Contributions

7.70%

2026/27 Employer Contributions

30.28%

Employee may elect to make additional contributions into a separate 457 Deferred Compensation Account up to the IRS annual maximum.

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