Closing Date: 8th May, 2024
Description:
About the Position:The Municipal Court Judge is the Presiding Judge of the City of Edmonds Municipal Court and presides over and adjudicates a variety of hearings and trials related to infraction cases, criminal misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor cases in accordance with established legal procedures as prescribed in Washington State law; imposes appropriate sentences and penalties as prescribed by law; communicates with other city, county and state criminal justice agencies.
The person selected must take an oath of office, be bondable and must be willing to be contacted nights and weekends for review and signing of search warrants. The Presiding Judge must comply with the General Rule 29 (GR 29), The Code of Judicial Conduct and be subject to ethics laws applicable to this office. The person appointed as Presiding Judge shall be a citizen of the United States of America and of the State of Washington and a resident of Snohomish County.
Examples of Duties:
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of the standards for municipal court administration in the State of Washington;
- Considerable knowledge of proper courtroom procedure and the rules of evidence;
- Working knowledge of criminal law;
- Working knowledge of local ordinances, laws and procedures;
- Skill in supervisory principles and practices;
- Ability to grasp complex factual data, draw appropriate conclusions and formulate sound legal decisions;
- Ability to communicate complex legal ideas and/or decisions to a variety of audiences in clear, comprehensive and professional manner;
- Hear and weigh testimony and evidence;
- Ability to impose appropriate sentences and penalties in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington;
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
- Ability to read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Administration, City Council, City Prosecutor, Police Department, Public Defender, Court staff, and the general public.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school, license to practice law in the state of Washington, membership in the Washington State Bar Association, and five (5) years' experience as a practicing attorney or judge. Experience as a court commissioner, municipal/district judge, or judge pro-tem preferred.
Other Requirements:
The selected judge may be required to undergo a reference check, credit check and background check prior to appointment.
