Chief Operations Officer

The Superior Court of California, County of Riverside (“Court”) is seeking a progressive and seasoned Operations leader to join this dynamic and robust organization. The Chief Operations Officer position is a result of the retirement of a long-tenured and highly regarded member of the Riverside Superior Court’s executive leadership team. This at-will executive management-level position reports to the Court Executive Officer and is responsible for providing court-wide support services to meet judicial needs in providing fair and equal justice. This position oversees three direct reports (with upcoming retirements) and a total of 788 staff. A key and critically important responsibility of this position will be developing internal operational efficiencies, enhanced procedures, and technology solutions to address and balance the funding need with current vacancies, upcoming retirements, and day-to-day staffing levels. Importantly, the Chief Operations Officer will excel in developing and mentoring staff, as well as building an effective team. The Chief Operations Officer will also be a leader and a motivator, encouraging quality, efficiency, ethics, and customer service-oriented work.

The salary range for this role is $176,274 to $239,554. The Court also offers a hybrid work schedule and comprehensive benefits package, including a CALPERS retirement plan. Relocation assistance is available to eligible selected candidate.

This is a confidential recruitment and will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages of the process. The closing date for submittal of interest is Monday, August 25, 2025. Interested candidates should submit a compelling cover letter and comprehensive resume. Electronic version of all submittals is strongly encouraged. Interested candidates should apply via email at apply@ralphandersen.com. Confidential inquiries and questions regarding this career opportunity should be directed to: Ms. Heather Renschler at 916-630-4900. If desired, a pre-set date/time for an introductory call can be scheduled by sending an email to scheduling@ralphandersen.com.

Detailed brochure available at ralphandersen.com/jobs/chief-operations-officer-riverside-county-superior-court/.

A common way to demonstrate the necessary education and experience required for success in this position is a with Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, criminal justice, or a closely related field and seven (7) years of related and increasingly responsible professional experience at a management level (preferably in a court environment).

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