Court Hearing Officer bei City of Glendale (AZ), AZ

About the Department

About Us:
The Glendale City Court is the Judicial Branch of the Glendale City Government and is also part of the Arizona Judicial System. The Glendale City Court adjudicates Criminal Misdemeanors, Civil Traffic violations, City Code violations, and certain juvenile offenses committed in the City of Glendale. In cases of domestic violence and harassment, the Court issues protective orders. The Court has the authority to issue search warrants for misdemeanors and felonies. The Glendale City Court's mission is to provide an independent and accessible City Court, that maintains a high degree of public trust and public confidence, by addressing cases and providing prompt, fair, and just resolution in a professional, efficient, and courteous manner.
The Role:
The Court Hearing Officer is responsible for conducting hearings and related proceedings involving alleged civil violations for the City of Glendale.  In addition, the Hearing Officer serves as Judge Pro Tempore and performs judicial duties as authorized by Glendale City Code, Sec. 13-8 as assigned by the Presiding City Judge.
Salary:
	This position is: FLSA Exempt, and will be paid a salary regardless of hours hours worked per week. Compensation for the Court Hearing Officer shall be set by City Council for the term and will be based on education and applicable experience in an Arizona municipal court.
Benefits:
The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale’s Benefits page for more information.
Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave:
	Regular status positions offer: The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays throughout the calendar year.  Vacation leave accrues at:  5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25* days per year) Increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years Then caps out at 7.6 hours after 10 years of service. Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days* per year). * Days per year estimates are based on an 8-hour work day.
Retirement:
	This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). The current contribution rate is 12%. Contributions are mandatory, and are collected each pay period.
Why Choose Glendale:
The City of Glendale is the West Valley’s entertainment nexus; whether it’s attending a world-class sporting event at StateFarm Stadium, enjoying a concert at Desert Diamond Arena, or shopping and dining at the Westgate Entertainment District, as a City of Glendale employee, you'll be right in the middle of it all! Glendale is centrally located within the west valley and has convenient access to the 101, 303, US 60, and I-10 freeways. With development happening all around the city, you will notice new homes and businesses being constructed frequently. At the City of Glendale you'll have the opportunity to interact and engage with a highly diverse, dedicated, and skilled group of professionals. It is one of the best places to work, to grow your career, skills, and advance your future.

Position Duties

1. Conducts hearings and related proceedings on civil citations including parking, civil traffic, certain code violations, contested traffic matters, Orders of Protection, Injunctions Against Harassment, and Injunctions Against Workplace Harassment.
2. Listens to testimony, rules on motions and relevancy of evidence.
3. Uses independent judgment and objectivity while hearing evidence, questioning witnesses, and determining responsibility.
4. Analyzes data and evidence presented in court and renders equitable judgment by applying existing laws.
5. Interprets City Code, State laws and Arizona Rules where applicable.
6. Clearly communicates to defendants their rights and any imposed sentence.
7. Enters legal decisions into the court file.
8. Completes and signs various legal forms.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited Law School and two years experience in an Arizona municipal or traffic court.

Knowledge of:

• Rules of Judicial Conduct
• Arizona Rules of Court, state statutes, City ordinances, and applicable case law
• Court procedures and operations

• Gathering and analyzing facts and evidence
• Arriving at objective conclusions
• Experience in and familiarity with municipal or traffic court and two years of legal experience preferred

• Sit in a courtroom setting for extended time periods
• Conduct legal research
• Build effective working relationships with court personnel and the general public
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment, i.e., PC, copy and fax machines and telephone requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement
• Effectively plan, organize, and manage court operations
• Work independently
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

• Membership in the State Bar of Arizona. 
• Completion of Civil Traffic Hearing Officer Course required within one year of employment.

Other Qualifications

Office setting