What are the responsibilities and job description for the Court Commissioner position at City of Tacoma?
Responsibilities Include:
- Direct and control the proceedings and personnel involved in court hearings and trials including prosecuting and defense attorneys, defendants, witnesses, court clerks and others; preside over a variety of Municipal Court hearings and trials in criminal and civil cases in accordance with R.C.W. 3.66.010 or as otherwise assigned by law.
- Hear, try and adjudicate a variety of misdemeanor cases related to traffic and parking violations and other criminal offenses.
- Hear and make appropriate determinations in response to civil requests for Temporary Orders for Protection in domestic violence cases and impound hearings.
- Hear and weigh testimony and evidence presented to determine appropriate verdict of guilty or not guilty.
- Impose just sentences and penalties as prescribed by law; utilize remedial and behavioral modification programs as appropriate.
- Communicate with a variety of City departments including legal, police, fire, public works, metro parks and others regarding court cases.
- Communicate with various County agencies and offices regarding probation and defensive driving referrals, driving records and vehicle licensing, document service and domestic violence cases.
- Direct the preparation and maintenance of court dockets and support documents.
An equivalent combination to: bachelor's degree and J.D. or appropriate law degree and completion of specialized training as set forth in R.C.W. 46.63.050, or have passed the Lay Judge's and Commissioner's Examination, and extensive experience in court administration.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The Court Commissioner must be a member of the Washington State Bar Association or have passed the lay judges or commissioner examination promulgated by the Washington State Supreme Court, reside in the City of Tacoma and be a registered voter.
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter describing their responsibilities as it relates to this position.
Applicants who have the strongest backgrounds related to the responsibilities of this position may be invited to participate in an interview. Appointment is subject to passing a background check and fingerprinting.
The City of Tacoma believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
Communication from the City of Tacoma
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or neogov.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.
Should you have any questions about this position please call Human Resources at (253) 591-5400 before 4pm on the closing date.
Salary : $195,603
