Job description

AB 1058 Child Support Court Commissioner

(.8 Full-Time Equivalency)

Salary Range: $135,000 - $150,000 annually ($5,192.31 - $5,769.23 bi-weekly)

Final Filing Date: May 5, 2023, 3:00p.m.

THE POSITION

The AB 1058 Child Support Court Commissioner position is a professional level at-will position and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Judges of the Superior Court.

.8 AB 1058 Child Support Commissioner/Court Commissioner:

Under general direction of the Presiding Judge, the Child Support Court Commissioner performs various judicial functions as prescribed by law or conferred by court. The chosen candidate will perform various judicial functions consistent with Title IV-D support actions. The power and authority of the Child Support Commissioner is specified by statute under Family Law Code sections 4250-4253. As directed by the Presiding Judge, the Court Commissioner may also be asked to serve as a temporary judge handling a variety of other court matters which may include the following calendars: Unlawful Detainer trials; Family Law Settlement Conferences; Case Management Conference calendars; Misdemeanor DUI’s, Infractions, and or others. The Child Support Commissioner position is grant funded, and is renewed annually by the Judicial Council.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Incumbents have responsibility for interpreting, enforcing, and carrying out current laws. Actions to be taken and decisions to be made include researching specified decision issues, and issuing judgments, orders. Unless otherwise directed by the Court, typical duties include presiding over Title IV-D child support cases filed by the Department of Child Support Services- Calaveras County or any other party in a support action or proceeding to establish, modify, or enforce child or spousal support, including actions to establish paternity, including but not limited to:

• Presides over proceedings in Title IV-D support cases, and cases filed by the local child support agency to establish paternity and other child support-related matters, as required by Family Code §4251.
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local laws and regulations.
• Conducts arraignments, including issuance and signing of bench warrants for failure to appear or violation of any other court order.
• Presides over proceedings in family law and child support actions.
• Takes pleas, grants continuances, set cases for trials.
• Imposes sanctions.
• Travel to off-site courts, as needed.
• Speak before groups.
• Reviews court files, documents and related materials to assess cases prior to and other written materials pertaining to case findings.
• Accepts petitions for modification of order and hears the same; reviews petitions, certifications, and other documents for legality of form.
• Attend training as offered and/or directed including continuing judicial education policies.
• Follow rules and regulations/personnel policies, safety procedures, court code of ethics and court harassment prevention policy.
• Must, at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with co-workers and management.
• Maintain a professional demeanor as defined in the Court Code of Ethics and maintain professional appearance.
• Approves/rejects requests for custody, child and spousal support, and attorney’s fees.
• Administers oaths and affirmations, and takes affidavits and depositions.
• Hears, reports on, and determines uncontested actions; and hears such other matters as specified by law and at the direction of the Presiding Judge.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED:

The selected candidate shall report to the Presiding Judge and/or Assistant Presiding Judge. The Court Executive Officer may provide general direction and guidance to this classification.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing in the State Bar of California for a minimum of ten (10) years prior to appointment, or in any state and California for a combined period of not less than ten (10) years, unless inactive membership due to previously holding the position of judge, referee or commissioner.
• Three (3) years of experience in family law that may include Title IV-D child support enforcement.

Licenses:

• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Other Requirements:

• Citizenship in the United States.
• Residency in the State of California.
• Incumbents cannot engage in the active practice of law either for compensation or on a pro bono basis while employed in this position by the Superior Court.
• Pass pre-employment fingerprint and professional background checks.

Knowledge of:

• Legal principles, precedents, and applications as applied to judicial procedures.
• Judicial system including, but not limited to, family and civil law, juvenile, criminal, probate, codes and statutes.
• California Codes such as Vehicle, Penal, Evidence, Civil, Civil Procedure and Code of Judicial Conduct.
• California Rules of Court and procedures related to the acceptance of pleas, rulings, sentencing and disposition of criminal cases.
• Court procedures, protocols, and calendaring practices.
• Legal research methodology and writing.
• Trial Court administration.
• Policy and procedure creation and implementation.
• Public sector employment law, labor unions, labor negotiations.
• Contract and procurement law.
• Computer assisted legal research.

Ability to:

• Read, understand, and objectively analyze and interpret legal issues, principles and arguments.
• Direct and control courtroom proceedings in a decisive, orderly, and equitable manner.
• Communicate orally and in writing in a concise, effective and professional manner.
• Exercise appropriate judicial temperament and demeanor.
• Effectively handle pressure in difficult and unexpected situations by responding in a calm and rational manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in the course of work.
• Meet the education and training requirements established in CRC Rule 5.340 by attending new judicial officer and continuing education programs, including AB1058 training.
• Learn and utilize the DCSS’ California Guideline Child Support Calculator.
• Assist in developing court policy and procedures.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS:

Establish and maintain congenial and cooperative working relationships. This position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills in dealing with the public; judicial officers, management, and staff; contractors; County personnel; and other agencies.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; ability to push, pull, lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to work under demanding conditions. The incumbent must be able to actively listen to information and testimony for long periods of time, including occasional periods of heightened mental and emotional stress. The incumbent must be able to occasionally drive to and from meeting and/or training locations.

Nothing contained within this document should be construed as an indication that the court will not engage in the interactive process to provide a reasonable accommodation for any qualified employee or applicant with a disability, in compliance with state and federal law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• The Court offers health, vision, and dental insurance plans for the employee and qualifying family, members. (Court contribution towards health benefits is pro-rated based on .8 FTE)
• Based on .8 FTE, the Commissioner will earn 17.6 days off per year (for years 1-3), 21.6 days off (for years 3-10) and 25.6 days off (for years 10+). Prior public employment can be considered in calculation rate at time of hire.
• Management Time Off – 4 days per year. (Based on .8 FTE)
• Up to 13 Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays
• The court provides a defined benefit retirement plan through California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS).

HOW TO APPLY:

Application available on the web at www.calaveras.courts.ca.gov, or 400 Government Center Drive, San Andreas, CA, 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

All applicants must submit a completed Superior Court of California, County of Calaveras employment application, curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a writing sample. The Supplemental Questions listed below, will be addressed during the interview process. Incomplete application packets will not be accepted for consideration.

Application and materials may be submitted by mail, e-mail, and post-marked or received no later than May 5, 2023, at 3:00p.m.

Address:

Calaveras Superior Court

400 Government Center Drive, San Andreas, CA 95249

Attn: Human Resources

Email: hr@calaveras.courts.ca.gov

Telephone: 209-754-6140

The selection process is subject to change. Applicants will be notified if changes are made. A screening panel will select a number of the most highly qualified applicants. Those selected by the panel will be invited to an interview. Position will remain open until filled. The selected applicant will be subject to a background check, which may include and may not be limited to a Livescan. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Calaveras Superior Court is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity to all persons with respect to hiring practices, compensation, benefits, promotional opportunities, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, medical condition, age, marital status, or political affiliation, as required by applicable federal and state laws.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Sarah Williams at:

swilliams@calaveras.courts.ca.gov, or 209-754-6140.

If you require accommodations in the application or interview process, contact Human Resources at the number listed above before the deadline posted on the job announcement.

Supplemental Questions:

The following supplemental questions will be addressed during the interview process.

• Describe the personal characteristics and professional practices you believe a commissioner should possess.
• Describe your experience with differentiated case management in civil and/or family law and how you would approach handling such a calendar as a temporary Judge.
• Describe any significant training and/or experience as a settlement conference/mediation neutral, and elaborate on your approach or philosophy as a neutral settlement officer.
• Describe your experience with unlawful detainer.
• Describe your experience with handling criminal calendars, including traffic infractions, arraignments, and pre-trial case management.
• Describe your experience with child support including Title IV-D, guideline calculations and interpreting Income and Expense Declarations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $135,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Andreas, CA 95249: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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