Judge Pro Tem

City of Peoria; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Peoria, AZ seeks a Pro Tem Judge for the Peoria Municipal Court. This temporary, part-time, on-call, at-will position is appointed by the presiding judge and presides over misdemeanor and civil traffic matters, applying relevant rules and statutes in court.

Responsibilities include determining sentences within legal limits, managing pre-trial matters, and interpreting local, state, and federal law in hearings. Applications due by August 30, 2026; accommodations available upon request.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Experience: minimum five years trial/advocacy or judicial experience supporting court procedures.
• License: Arizona State Bar membership in good standing for at least five years.

Responsibilities

• Oversee misdemeanor and civil traffic cases for Peoria Municipal Court.
• Apply Supreme Court Rules, state statutes, City ordinances, and case law during trials and hearings.
• Preside over trials, jury trials, pre-trial conferences, arraignments, motions, and other hearings.
• Impose sentences within the bounds of the law and determine conditions for release from custody.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Court procedures

Judicial experience

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Application Deadline:August 30, 2026Salary Range:To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here.Department:Municipal CourtMinimum Requirements:Education:Juris Doctorate degree from accredited Law SchoolExperience:Minimum five years trial, advocacy, or judicial experience demonstrating competence in court procedure.Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements:Arizona State Bar membership in good standing for a minimum of five (5) years.Tell me more......The Pro Tem Judge position is temporary, part-time, on-call, at-will. The person selected for this position will be appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the presiding judge of Peoria Court. A Pro Tem oversees misdemeanor and civil traffic cases filed with the Peoria Municipal Court and is responsible for applying relevant Supreme Court Rules, state statutes, City ordinances, and case law when presiding over trials to the court, trials to a jury, pre-trial conferences, arraignments, motions, and other hearings. A Pro Tem Judge is also responsible for imposing sentences appropriate to the offense and within the parameters allowed by law. Responsibilities include determining the conditions, which if met, will allow the defendant's release from police custody.Knowledge of general law, court procedures and rules of evidence; the causes and corrective measures of antisocial behavior, principles of civil and criminal law, appeals and procedures; and methods of legal research. Proficient in interpreting and applying local, state, and federal laws, conducts the hearing of misdemeanor and civil matters and determines cases, which are in the jurisdiction of the Court. Ability to understand, use, and follow the Court’s electronic and digital formats.To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here.About PeoriaThe City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!Get an inside look at the Culture of PeoriaWe are PEORIA!Professional, Ethical, Open, Responsive, Innovative, AccountableApplication Process:Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.