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Job Description
Role
ARIZONA SUPERIOR COURT IN YAVAPAI COUNTY
PRESCOTT JUDGE PRO TEMPORE
The Superior Court of Arizona in and for the County of Yavapai is accepting applications for a Judge Pro Tempore. This position is located in Prescott, unless otherwise ordered by the Presiding Judge. The salary is $190,000/year.
Major Duties, Responsibilities
The Judge Pro Tempore shall perform duties pursuant to ARS §12-144(D) and serve as assigned by the Presiding Judge. Duties are subject to change. While this position is primarily located in Prescott, travel between Prescott and Camp Verde may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Must meet the requirements of A.R.S. §12-142 and Article VI, Section 22, of the Constitution of the State of Arizona.
Other Skills
The Judge Pro Tempore will be appointed by the Chief Justice of the Arizona Supreme Court upon the request of the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court and subject to the approval of the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors, in accordance with Article VI, Section 31, of the Constitution of the State of Arizona, and A.R.S. §12-141. The Judge Pro Tempore to assignment is in the Prescott Judicial District at the Superior Court in downtown Prescott. The position is paid by 62% County funds and 38% grant funds through June 30, 2026, and continuation is subject to funding availability.
Compensation is $190,000/year, pursuant to A.R.S. §12-142(C). Benefits include the Arizona State Retirement System, paid holidays, Yavapai County health insurance, Annual Leave, and Sick Leave. This is an at-will position not covered by the County merit system.
To apply for this position, complete an employment application, supplemental application, and attach a Curriculum Vitae at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/yavapai/ .
Applications will be accepted through October 22, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Superior Court Administrator Julie Malinowski at (928) 771-3168 or yavapaicourtadmin@courts.az.gov .
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE
• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
Click here to view our benefits summary.
Closing Date/Time: 10/22/2025 5:00 PM Arizona -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Yavapai County
Show moreYavapai County reflects the history of the old west and the future of the new. At Yavapai County Government, we care for our community while building upon our legacy. Guided by our core values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation we uphold these values in our everyday endeavors.
Yavapai County is in northcentral Arizona, just north of Phoenix, and is one of the four original Arizona counties formed in 1864. The County, with approximately 246,191 residents, includes eight incorporated towns and cities: Prescott (county seat), Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Jerome, Clarkdale, Sedona, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and the newest municipality Dewey-Humboldt. The County features some of the most spectacular natural beauty in the American West with a mild climate, four beautiful and distinct seasons, and breathtaking landscapes complete with granite mountains, lakes, and rolling meadows.
As a Yavapai County Government employee, you will have the chance to work in one of 37 unique departments, each providing vital services to our community. From law enforcement and healthcare to public works and environmental protection, there is a wide range of career paths to explore. And with opportunities for advancement and professional growth, you can build a long and rewarding career with us.
We have a workforce of over 1,800 employees who are committed to enhancing the well-being of its residents and cultivating a thriving and vibrant community, making Yavapai County a wonderful place to live, work, and play.
Whether you're just starting your career or looking for a new challenge and aspire to be part of a vibrant team that values each member, we welcome you to join us in furthering our legacy and making a difference in your community. Why… because people matter!
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