The application deadline for a part-time justice court judge position in Kane County, Utah, has been extended. This vacancy arises due to the impending retirement of Judge Gary Johnson at the end of June.
Candidates interested in this role must meet several criteria. They need to be at least 25 years old, a U.S. citizen, and have resided in Utah for a minimum of three years. Additionally, they should possess a law degree that qualifies them to apply for bar admission in any state within the United States. Residency in Kane County or nearby counties such as Garfield, Iron, San Juan, or Washington is also required either upon appointment or before assuming the bench.
Information about judicial retention and performance evaluation can be found on the Utah State Court’s website under employment opportunities. The necessary application form is available online at https://legacy.utcourts.gov/admin/jobs/. The salary range for this position is between $53,903 and $69,303 annually. For further details about working in Kane County, Rhonda Gant, Human Resources Director for Kane County, can be contacted via email at rgant@kane.utah.gov or by phone at (435) 644-4929.
Applications must be submitted by Monday, March 31, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., with no exceptions beyond this deadline. For inquiries regarding the justice courts or the application process for this position, Jim Peters, Justice Court Administrator, can be reached at jamesp@utcourts.gov.
According to Utah law, the Judicial Nominating Commission is tasked with submitting at least three nominees to the Kane County Commission within 45 days of its initial meeting. Subsequently, the Commission has 30 days to select a finalist whose selection must then receive certification from the Utah Judicial Council.