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North Carolina

Court Manager II

Statesville, NC · On-site

$61K - $98K/yr

... Superior Court 32, Iredell County, is seeking a qualified individual to perform a variety of administrative and case management functions for the Chief District Court Judge in the district. May ...

Madera Superior Court

Court Voice Writer

Madera, CA · On-site

Salary: Monthly Salary: $7,121 - $8,657 SUPERIOR COURT COUNTY OF MADERA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA ... judge, including to jurors during deliberation. * Prepares transcripts; reviews and certifies ...

Superior Court of Fulton County

COURT REPORTER

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$66K - $78K/yr

SUPERIOR COURT OF FULTON COUNTY JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE POSITION OF COURT REPORTER SALARY GRADE K4 ... Provides realtime feed to judges and/or counsel as required. Qualifications: Requires accurately ...

Thurston County

SUPERIOR COURT COORDINATOR

Tumwater, WA · On-site

$4.9K - $6.5K/mo

... Judge and the ITA Commissioners in administering and managing the calendar case load. The ITA Case ... Superior Court Coordinator WORKING CONDITIONS: * Work Environment - The position is based in a ...

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How much do superior court judge jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for superior court judge in the United States is $103,111.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Superior Court Judge vs District Attorney?

AspectSuperior Court JudgeDistrict Attorney
CredentialsLaw degree, state bar admission, judicial appointment or electionLaw degree, state bar admission, election or appointment
Work EnvironmentCourts, courtroom settings, presiding over trialsOffice, courtroom, courtroom proceedings, law enforcement collaboration
EmployerState or local government courtsGovernment, local or state government agencies
Primary RolePresiding over legal cases, interpreting laws, ensuring justiceProsecuting criminal cases, representing the government

While both roles require legal expertise and involve courtroom work, a Superior Court Judge presides over cases and ensures justice is served, whereas a District Attorney prosecutes criminal cases on behalf of the government. They work in different capacities within the legal system but often collaborate in criminal proceedings.

What challenges do Superior Court judges face in managing their caseloads?

Superior Court Judges often handle a wide variety of complex cases, which can lead to heavy caseloads and tight deadlines. Balancing administrative responsibilities, such as case management and courtroom scheduling, with the need to thoroughly review legal briefs and evidence, can be demanding. Judges must also ensure impartiality and maintain decorum in the courtroom while making timely, well-reasoned decisions. Collaboration with clerks, attorneys, and other court staff is essential to efficiently manage proceedings and ensure justice is served.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a Superior Court judge?

To thrive as a Superior Court Judge, you need extensive legal knowledge, a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, substantial experience practicing law, and often previous judicial or legal leadership roles. Familiarity with legal research databases, courtroom management systems, and ongoing judicial education or certification is critical. Exceptional impartiality, ethical judgment, decisiveness, and strong communication skills distinguish outstanding judges. These competencies ensure fair, efficient, and lawful resolution of complex legal matters, maintaining public trust in the judicial system.

What is a Superior Court judge?

Superior Court Judges are judicial officers who preside over cases in the Superior Court, which is a trial court of general jurisdiction in many U.S. states. They handle a wide variety of cases, including criminal, civil, family, and probate matters. Superior Court Judges are responsible for ensuring fair and impartial proceedings, making rulings on motions, instructing juries, and issuing decisions or verdicts. They are typically appointed or elected, depending on the state's laws, and must adhere to strict ethical standards to maintain the integrity of the judicial system.
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Infographic showing various Superior Court Judge job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,111 per year, or $49.6 per hour.

Court Commissioner

Santa Clara Superior Court

San Jose, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Definition/Description:

Under the supervision and general direction of the Presiding Judge or his/her designee, the Court Commissioner duties may include presiding over Small Claims calendars, Traffic infraction calendars, child support hearings or matters pursuant to Assembly Bill 1058 (all actions filed by the local child support agency regarding child and spousal support or paternity must be referred for hearing to a child support commissioner), mental health hearings, and sitting as a Judge Pro Tempore to hear civil, family, and criminal cases. This professional level position performs various judicial functions as prescribed by law or conferred by the Court.
The Court is seeking to fill a vacancy with an assignment to be determined and this recruitment will also lead to establishing an eligibility list for future opportunities at the Court.


Typical Tasks/Representative Duties:

The Court Commissioner's duties include handling all aspects of presiding over trials and calendars, including but not limited to case preparation, taking testimony, establishing a record, evaluating evidence, researching legal issues, issuing oral and written rulings, and entering judgments or orders.

The Court Commissioner works under the general supervision of the Presiding Judge and serves at the discretion of the Judges. The appointee will be bound by the California Code of Judicial Ethics. Private practice is prohibited. The court may also require other reasonable restrictions. The court will require cross-training in the duties listed in the definition/description above and daily calendar assignments may vary or change, based on the needs of the court.


Employment Standards/Typical Qualifications:

An eligible candidate must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of the State of California, and an active member of the California State Bar for a minimum period of ten (10) years with experience in the full-time practice of law. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and abilities consistent with the highest standards of the legal profession and with the level of expertise for the intended position.


Supplemental Information:

Application Process:

  • Applications must be received before 11:59 pm on August 30, 2026.
  • This recruitment requires the submission of an on-line application. No paper applications will be accepted. Completion of the supplemental questionnaire is required. An electronic copy of your resume must also be submitted as an attachment to this application submission. Applications must be filed online at http://www.scscourt.org.


Selection Process:

  • Following the closing date of this announcement, a screening of completed application packets will be performed to determine the most qualified applicants. Those designated as most qualified will be invited to appear before the Interview Panel, which will occur the week of October 5 or October 12, 2026. Upon receipt of the recommendations of the Interview Panel, the Judges of the Santa Clara County Superior Court will make the final selection. This current recruitment is intended to fill a vacancy in an assignment to be determined.
  • The names of all applicants will be made available to the Court's Judges and Commissioners for evaluation. The Court will contact any reference and review any sources it deems appropriate for evaluation purposes.


The Court is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. The Court provides reasonable accommodations for applicants challenged with disabilities. If you are challenged with a disability as defined by the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act or the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and will be requesting an accommodation in the application process, please contact Renee Hughes at rhughes@scscourt.org or Pam McGee at pmcgee@scscourt.org or (408) 882-2703 to discuss your request. TDD communication is available by calling (408) 882-2787.


The Court must verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees to comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform & Control Act. This verification is required only after an offer of employment has been made. For further information regarding the required verification, please contact Human Resources at (408) 882-2747.

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