9 Court Judge jobs in the United States

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Summary
Presides over the Municipal Court at the direction of the Presiding Judge. While serving as the Municipal Judge, the Alternate Judge has all the powers and discharges all the duties of a Municipal Judge. Performs all functions and duties required under the City Charter, City ordinances, state law and other legally permissible and proper duties and functions as the position requires. Fills in on an as needed basis; no guaranteed hours are provided with this position. Availability to perform duties as a judge or magistrate to include after-hours warrant process and weekend and holiday jail related functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as the Municipal Court Judge at the direction of and in the temporary absence of the Presiding Municipal Judge
• Presides over court proceedings in Municipal Court and performs the full duties of the office
• Exercises independent judgment within specific legal guidelines; assures official Municipal Court activities are compliant with federal and state laws and City policies and goals
• Serves as a Magistrate for both the City and County with responsibilities including initial detention hearings of individuals in the custody of the Police Department as required under Art. 15.17 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure though arrestees/ detainees, the admonishment of rights and the setting of appropriate bail, determination of probable cause, and issuing applicable conditions of bond
• Reviews probable cause affidavits and complaints prior to issuance of warrants, and issues, as appropriate, warrants of arrest as to individuals or search warrants for persons or places within the jurisdiction.
• Adjudicates municipal ordinance violations to include but are not limited to: criminal, traffic, alcohol, code enforcement, and animal offenses
• Manages court dockets and schedules to efficiently handle cases and ensure timely resolutions
• Monitors changes in state and federal regulations, standards, and legislation governing municipalities
• Upholds ethical standards and integrity in all judicial activities
• Follows the city policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Juris Doctorate Degree
• Four (4) years of experience as a licensed, practicing attorney or judge in the State of Texas

• Experience working in Municipal Court
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)

• Valid license to practice law in the state of Texas
• Member of the Texas State Bar Association; remain active with annual Texas Bar requirements and Judicial Education requirements

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave starting on day one
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems , with 11.96% employer contribution
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan with up to 3% county match , plus a 401(k)
• Paid parental leave, life insurance , and robust wellness programs
• Ongoing training opportunities and career pathing

• Maintains Judge's calendar, sets hearing and court dates;
• Prepares case files;
• Assists the Judge in every courtroom proceeding by providing onsite support keeping paperwork and clerical processes moving in an efficient manner;
• Provides onsite service to courtrooms, preparing them with proper equipment and forms;
• Administer oaths;
• Maintains and logs exhibits submitted to the court;
• Takes minutes of all courtroom proceedings;
• Drafts and prepares judgments, orders and other decisions from court;
• Operates office equipment;
• Creates, prepares and processes legal forms, form letters, reports and similar materials;
• Sorts, stamps, records and files a wide variety of legal and judicial materials;
• Process all types of cases and documents presented to court;
• Reads and routes incoming mail and assembles files and other materials to facilitate reply;
• Explains policies and procedures pursuant to requests of the public attorneys and other officials and departments;
• Creates case files, updates databases and reviews documents presented for compliance to standards;
• Serves as receptionist, answers telephone and provides general information regarding court filings and procedures;
• Handles database management for specific areas of law;
• Participates in training as assigned;
• Assists in troubleshooting issues that arise;
• Assists other Court Clerk positions with day to day questions and tasks related to court proceedings;
• Addresses challenging concerns from the public; assists supervisor in handling of administrative tasks;
• Performs highly specialized tasks related to sensitive court processes;
• Proofreads legal documents, memorandums and other materials for accuracy and punctuation.
• Assists in facilitating judge and courtroom schedules, including arriving punctually and on time for work.

• Cross train in other areas to perform the work of others for vacations, illness, etc.;
• Flexibility of scheduling to include overtime to cover court;
• Performs related functions as required.

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent;
• Minimum of 1 year related experience;
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures of the court system;
• Extensive knowledge of legal procedures documents and terminology;

• Skill in time management, including the ability to be punctual and on-time;

• Skill in the operation of computers;
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions;
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and the public.

• Work is performed onsite at the Ada County Courthouse;
• May be required to lift or move up to 25 pounds;
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;
• Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks.

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles
• Post-employment health savings account

• PERSI retirement benefits
• 457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match
• 401(k)

• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.
• Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program
• Free bus pass

• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee
• Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee
• 5 days paid bereavement leave

• Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible
• Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance
• Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance
• AFLAC

Salary range shown reflects current rates and is subject to a possible 1.5% increase effective 9/7/2025, pending Ada County FY26 budget adoption on 8/26/25. Ada County is a great place to work! We have over 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community’s quality of life. Our Clerk's Office team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level. We offer a competitive Total Rewards package that increases your base salary by approximately 40% , including: Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance Generous vacation and sick leave starting on day one 11 paid holidays annually Participation in one of the nation’s best state retirement systems , with 11.96% employer contribution 457(b) deferred compensation plan with up to 3% county match , plus a 401(k) Paid parental leave, life insurance , and robust wellness programs Ongoing training opportunities and career pathing If you have ever voted, filed paperwork for a court case, picked up a marriage license or applied for a permit in Ada County, we have helped you. We do our best each and every day to make sure your experiences working with our office go as smoothly and efficiently as possible. We’ve worked to make this website easy to use. In many cases, you can find what you need online without having to make a trip to the courthouse or pick up the phone to call. However, we are always here and ready to help you – whether that is working with the courts, our indigent services team, looking at the county’s financials or one of the many other areas we oversee. It is our goal to provide the best service possible, and we look forward to helping you. Learn more about Ada County Clerk's Office by visiting their website. Ada County Clerk's Office PLEASE NOTE : Cover Letter and updated resume are required. POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY Performs clerical and support functions related to the court system. Work is performed under well established guidelines set forth by Idaho Code and requires a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS The nature of work for an In-Court Clerk encompasses a broad range of knowledge and features highly complex clerical tasks in addition to directly assisting a judge or judges. The work involves a great deal of independence and requires self-discipline to complete timely and within established guidelines. The program knowledge is of such a complex nature that it typically takes new incumbents a substantial amount of time to learn. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintains Judge’s calendar, sets hearing and court dates; Prepares case files; Assists the Judge in every courtroom proceeding by providing onsite support keeping paperwork and clerical processes moving in an efficient manner; Provides onsite service to courtrooms, preparing them with proper equipment and forms; Administer oaths; Maintains and logs exhibits submitted to the court; Takes minutes of all courtroom proceedings; Drafts and prepares judgments, orders and other decisions from court; Operates office equipment; Creates, prepares and processes legal forms, form letters, reports and similar materials; Sorts, stamps, records and files a wide variety of legal and judicial materials; Process all types of cases and documents presented to court; Reads and routes incoming mail and assembles files and other materials to facilitate reply; Explains policies and procedures pursuant to requests of the public attorneys and other officials and departments; Creates case files, updates databases and reviews documents presented for compliance to standards; Serves as receptionist, answers telephone and provides general information regarding court filings and procedures; Handles database management for specific areas of law; Participates in training as assigned; Assists in troubleshooting issues that arise; Assists other Court Clerk positions with day to day questions and tasks related to court proceedings; Addresses challenging concerns from the public; assists supervisor in handling of administrative tasks; Performs highly specialized tasks related to sensitive court processes; Proofreads legal documents, memorandums and other materials for accuracy and punctuation. Assists in facilitating judge and courtroom schedules, including arriving punctually and on time for work. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Cross train in other areas to perform the work of others for vacations, illness, etc.; Flexibility of scheduling to include overtime to cover court; Performs related functions as required. Must have high school diploma or equivalent; Minimum of 1 year related experience; Knowledge of the methods and procedures of the court system; Extensive knowledge of legal procedures documents and terminology; Skill in time management, including the ability to be punctual and on-time; Skill in the operation of computers; Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions; Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; Ability to maintain confidentiality; Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and the public. Work is performed onsite at the Ada County Courthouse; May be required to lift or move up to 25 pounds; Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions; Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks. DISCLAIMER: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed key positions in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Reports verbatim proceedings of the District Court-whether trials, hearings, proceedings, or conferences-by shorthand, stenotype, or other methods;
• Reports verbatim and transcribes grand jury proceedings and termination of parental rights trials;
• Transcribes proceedings into accurate transcripts for purposes of appeal or by order of the court;
• Identifies participants by name to facilitate reporting and reads aloud statements of participants as requested during proceedings;
• Prepares and distributes transcripts and related documents;
• Reviews transcripts for technical accuracy;
• Reviews documents for compliance to standards set by Idaho Court rules;
• Performs transcribing of court and administrative proceedings on appeal to the District Court;
• Provides court reporter coverage for other judges as assigned by the Administrative District Judge;
• Serves on committees as needed and attends meetings and training as required;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Graduation from an accredited school of reporting or associate degree in reporting and six months' experience verbatim shorthand reporting and transcribing;
• Certification by the Idaho Certified Shorthand Reporters Board as a Certified Shorthand Reporter, or C.S.R.;
• Strong preference may be given to court reporters who are real-time capable or certified, are Registered Professional Reporters, and/or hold national certification.

• Pursuant to the Certified Shorthand Reporters Act, Idaho Code Section 54-3101, et seq., a district court reporter must be a certified shorthand reporter as defined in the act.
• If you are not certified in Idaho, you must contact the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing at to apply for certification.
• Court Reporters are not allowed to report court proceedings until they are certified in Idaho.

• Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation and spelling;
• Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures, citation formats, and requirements of the Idaho Court rules;
• Skill in organization to permit the production of transcripts within strict time limitations;
• Skill in working well under pressure;
• Ability to operate a personal computer with standard applications in a Windows environment;
• Ability to operate equipment in an office setting;
• Ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner and promote harmonious working relationships with others including the general public;
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional appearance, and demeanor at all times;
• Ability to be tactful and courteous when dealing with the public, some of whom may be irate or under stress;
• Ability to travel as required.

• Capture and preserve a verbatim record of court proceedings.
• Play/read back testimony upon request.
• Prepare transcripts and court orders.
• Maintain accurate and complete files, records, and exhibits.
• Maintain awareness of relevant rules, statutes, and policy changes/additions/deletions.
• Serve as confidential assistant to judicial officer.
• Occasional filing on behalf of the court.

• As this position currently requires some remote work, access to a reliable internet connection is required.
• Applicants for this position must be able to travel between court locations including the main courthouse, Law Enforcement Center, Juvenile and Family Justice Center, and 402 Commitment Court in downtown St. Paul, MN, and the suburban courthouse in Maplewood, MN.

• Ability to enter clear, detailed log notes regarding significant occurrences or produce stenographic shorthand notes and produce verbatim transcripts for high-volume, complex court proceedings with the potential for expedited deadlines or deadlines mandated by the Court of Appeals. All transcript work must be done outside work hours using equipment not provided by the employer.
• Excellent grasp of grammar and punctuation and the ability to apply it to transcript production.
• Meticulous attention to detail and willingness to research transcript-related matters, including, but not limited to, procuring name spellings and ensuring correct subject terminology is used.
• Ability to focus for long periods of time.
• Proficient in multiple computer hardware and software applications; interest in and ability to learn new technology and computer programs.
• Ability to learn, interpret, retain and apply policies, procedures and statutes, specifically relating to establishing the official court record.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize duties in a fast-paced, professional environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Flexible and willing to work with other judges.
• Professional and courteous while in chambers and towards the general public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.