Assistant Clerk/Executive Officer

Judicial Branch of California; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision benefits

14 paid holidays per calendar year

Annual/ Sick Leave options

Personal holiday

Job summary

The Fourth Appellate District Court of Appeal, Division One in downtown San Diego is seeking an Assistant Clerk/Executive Officer to assist the Clerk/Executive Officer in managing personnel and non-judicial programs within the court’s policy framework.

The role emphasizes team-building, public service, and fostering a respectful environment for staff and court users, with opportunities to lead operational improvements across HR, information systems, and facilities management.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to possession of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in court administration or a related field, and four years of court management experience, including one year of supervisory or lead experience.
• A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist a Clerk/Executive Officer in managing personnel and non-judicial programs within organizational and policy confines of an appellate court.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Clerk’s Office and assist with administrative support activities, including HR, information systems, facility management, and finance operations.
• Foster a team-oriented environment, develop staff, and maintain professional relationships with employees and court users.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Public service mindset

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS

Finance software

Facilities management software

Job description

The Fourth Appellate District Court of Appeal, Division One, located in downtown San Diego, is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Clerk/Executive Officer for the Fourth District Court of Appeal. The position reports to the Administrative Presiding Justice.

Assistant Clerk/Executive Officer is a management-level class in the Clerk/Executive Officer series. Incumbents are responsible for assisting a Clerk/Executive Officer in managing personnel and non-judicial programs within organizational and policy confines of an appellate court. This includes managing the day-to-day operations of the Clerk’s Office and assisting with administrative support activities, including human resources, information systems, facility management, and finance operations for the entire court. This class is distinguished from the Clerk/Executive Officer in that the latter functions with full authority and accountability for assigned administrative responsibilities in an appellate court.

The Assistant Clerk/Executive Officer should be a team builder who can motivate employees and sustain a culture that combines high performance with job satisfaction, professionalism, and a common sense of public service. It is essential that the incumbent fosters a respectful environment for employees, as well as users of court services, and exercises best practices for personnel management. A proven track record of establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees and successful performance management. Applicants can expect the court to carefully consider both their education and experience.

Highlights of our benefits package include:

• Health/Dental/Vision benefits program
• 14 paid holidays per calendar year
• Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave
• 1 personal holiday per year
• Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs
• CalPERS Retirement Plan
• 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• FlexElect Program
• Pretax Parking
• Public Services Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to possession of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in court administration or a related field, and four years of court management experience, including one year of supervisory or lead experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience.