Job Description
Chief Operations Officer (Criminal Operations, 192C) in San Francisco, CA | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded. Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco Location Full-Time Permanent Job Number 2026-00019 Criminal Operations Opening Date 04/22/2026 Closing Date 5/15/2026 at 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana Eligible San Francisco Superior Court Employees Only The position of Chief Operations Officer for Criminal Operations is only open to current employees of the San Francisco Superior Court who (1) are under a permanent appointment with the Court, or (2) previously held a permanent appointment and accepted a temporary appointment without a break in service. Individuals who are not current employees of the Court, or current temporary Court employees who did not previously hold a permanent appointment with the Court without a break in service may not apply. The Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco, seeks highly qualified applicants to serve as the Court’s Criminal Operations director. The Chief Operations Officer serves as a member of the San Francisco Superior Court executive management team; plans, organizes, directs, and manages the functions, operations, and services of multiple divisions related to the Criminal and Traffic Courts; provides supervision, training, and work evaluation for assigned Court management and supervisory staff; develops work methods and procedures; develops and implements procedural and policy changes in conjunction with other members of the executive management team; and performs other job-related duties as required. This selection process is being conducted in accordance with San Francisco Superior Court Personnel Rule 4. An eligibility list will not be established. FINAL FILING DATE: 12:00 PM, May 15, 2026 COMPENSATION: $5,413.12 to $6,580.60 biweekly ($140,741 to $171,096 annually) The Court offers a generous flexible benefits program, which includes a variety of health, dental, life insurance plans, and other benefit options; a contributory retirement plan; paid vacation, sick leave, floating holidays, and holiday pay; and a deferred compensation savings program. Examples of Duties POSITION OVERVIEW Plans, organizes, coordinates, manages, and directs the operations and functions of multiple divisions related to the Criminal and Traffic Courts, including the Court Reporters, Court Interpreters, and Comprehensive Collections units. Directs assigned management and supervisory staff in the proper scheduling of Court operations and functions, ensuring efficient completion of Court business and services. Supervises and evaluates assigned Court management and supervisory personnel. Provides a variety of guidance and assistance for staff, including resolving difficult work and document processing problems. Resolves the most complex and politically sensitive questions and problems regarding the status of cases, fines, processes, and court appearances. Interprets codes, policies and procedures for staff and the public. Monitors the effectiveness and results of assigned operations and service areas. Conducts operational and administrative studies, making recommendations as necessary. Directs the development and implementation of staff training. Performs a major role in the selection of new employees. Ensures proper follow-up and closure of disciplinary actions initiated by management and supervisory staff. Develops, updates, and maintains major work procedures and policies in conjunction with other executive management staff. Prepares a wide variety of reports, plans, and proposals. Develops data and prepares statistical and operational reports. Assists with the review and development of Court data processing and management information needs. Provides administrative staff support for judicial officers, drafting correspondence, policies, and reports. Performs a substantial role in budget development and control. Develops information to support budget requests. Develops short term and long-range plans for service and operations improvement. Develops and implements organizational goals, objectives, and policies for the San Francisco Superior Court as a member of the executive management team. Participates in court committees and workgroups to strategize short and long-term solutions to current court operational challenges. Facilitates and participates in meetings with judicial officers, staff, and justice partners to collaborate on shared operational concerns. Serves as a representative with other Court service areas and government agencies. Work is performed in an office and courtroom environment. Continuous contact with judicial officers, other staff, a