Applications are now open for a part-time justice court judge position in Kane County, Utah. The vacancy arises as Judge Gary Johnson is set to retire at the end of June.
Prospective candidates must meet several requirements: they need to be at least 25 years old, a U.S. citizen, and have been a Utah resident for at least three years. A degree from a law school that qualifies one to apply for admission to a bar in any state is also necessary. Additionally, candidates must reside in Kane County or nearby counties such as Garfield, Iron, San Juan, or Washington either upon appointment or before taking the bench.
Details on judicial retention and performance evaluation can be found on the Utah State Court's website under employment opportunities. Applicants must complete an application form available online. The salary for this role ranges from $53,903 to $69,303 annually. For more information about working in Kane County, Rhonda Gant, the Human Resources Director for Kane County, can be contacted via email at rgant@kane.utah.gov or by phone at (435) 644-4929.
The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, March 14, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., with no extensions beyond this date. Inquiries regarding the justice courts or the application process can be directed to Jim Peters, Justice Court Administrator, via email at jamesp@utcourts.gov.
According to Utah law, the Judicial Nominating Commission will propose at least three nominees to the Kane County Commission within 45 days of its initial meeting. Following this proposal, the Commission has 30 days to select a finalist whose selection requires certification by the Utah Judicial Council.