Court Director of Finance

Salary : $152,838.40 - $190,465.60 Annually
Location : County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: X280B
Department: Superior & Municipal Courts
Opening Date: 11/07/2025
Bargaining Unit: 50J

Description
The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of
Court Director of Finance.
Please view our for a detailed description of this position and instructions on how to apply.

Please Note: On December 1, 2025, this recruitment was changed from closing to continuous. This recruitment will be open until the position is filled.
Application/Examination
To apply for this important opportunity, the following materials must be submitted using the County's online application system:

• County of San Mateo Employment Application Form
• Resume
• Cover Letter expressing your interest in the position and providing responses to these four supplemental questions/subject areas:

1. 1. Budget Management and Fiscal Oversight
      Describe your experience preparing and managing budgets for a judicial government or similar organization. Include the approximate size of the budgets, total staffing, and your specific responsibilities for budget development, monitoring, and reporting.
      
      Revenue Forecasting and Long-Range Planning
      Discuss your experience developing revenue projections and long-range financial forecasts. Include examples of how you used forecasting to guide strategic decision-making or ensure fiscal sustainability.
      
      Contracts and Procurement Management
      Describe your experience overseeing contracts, purchasing, and procurement functions. Include examples of how you ensured compliance with public sector regulations, maintained fiscal accountability, and improved procurement efficiency or vendor performance.
      
      Innovation and Operational Efficiency
      Provide examples of innovative strategies or process improvements you have implemented to increase efficiency, enhance revenue, or modernize financial or administrative operations. Describe the impact of these initiatives on your organization.

This is an Open & Promotional recruitment. Anyone may apply. Current employees of the Superior Court of California in the County of San Mateo with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%).

Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online through the County of San Mateo application portal. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to to apply.

This recruitment was changed from closing to continuous and will be open until the position is filled.
The position could be filled at any time.

Application screenings for current applications will begin on December 4, 2025. A first set of interviews will be conducted on December 16 and/or 17, 2025. If the position is filled, applicants will be notified. Otherwise, applications will be screened as they are received, and a second set of interviews will be scheduled.
About San Mateo County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The Court seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.
If you have questions regarding this position or the recruitment, please email Chet Overstreet at

The Human Resources Department of the County of San Mateo is facilitating this recruitment for the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo.
We invite you to explore our page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)

In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.

As a County employee, you'll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.
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As part of your application, you must attach a Resume and Cover Letter. The cover letter should express your interest in this position and address the topics listed below and should be no more than four pages long. Applications with cover letters that do not address these topics will be considered incomplete and will not advance in the selection process.1. Budget Management and Fiscal OversightDescribe your experience preparing and managing budgets for a judicial government or similar organization. Include the approximate size of the budgets, total staffing, and your specific responsibilities for budget development, monitoring, and reporting. 2. Revenue Forecasting and Long-Range PlanningDiscuss your experience developing revenue projections and long-range financial forecasts. Include examples of how you used forecasting to guide strategic decision-making or ensure fiscal sustainability.3. Contracts and Procurement ManagementDescribe your experience overseeing contracts, purchasing, and procurement functions. Include examples of how you ensured compliance with public sector regulations, maintained fiscal accountability, and improved procurement efficiency or vendor performance.4. Innovation and Operational EfficiencyProvide examples of innovative strategies or process improvements you have implemented to increase efficiency, enhance revenue, or modernize financial or administrative operations. Describe the impact of these initiatives on your organization.If you have not attached your resume and cover letter, please return to that section of the application.I have read and understand this information.

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