Human Resources
Tulare County Superior Court, Human Resources
Tulare County Superior Court's Human Resources Department provides information and services regarding benefits, employment opportunities and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
In accordance with state and federal requirements, the court supports a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity (EEO). Superior Court will not discriminate in any policy, practice, or procedure on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or other basis protected by law.
Application Submission
Current Recruitments
Candidates applying for regular positions must submit an application, a supplemental application form, and other required documents by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Final filing dates vary and are listed on each job announcement. Dates listed as "Until filled" can close at any time as determined by the Court Human Resources Department. Separate applications must be submitted for each recruitment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application.
Examination
Applications will be reviewed and evaluated to determine the most highly qualified candidates. Those candidates may then be invited to participate in the examination process which may consist of an application review and ranking assessment of supplemental exams; written, oral, or performance exam; or any combination thereof. Scores determine rank on employment lists.
Exam Accommodation
Disabled applicants who require special testing arrangements must contact the Court Human Resources Department of the Tulare County Superior Court.
Eligibility Lists
Eligibility lists contain names of applicants who are determined to have met the minimum qualifications for the classification to which they have applied. Applications accepted for eligibility lists are utilized for current and future vacancies. Accepted applications remain active for six months from the date received by the Court Human Resources Department unless otherwise determined by the Director of Human Resources.
Appointment
The top five ranked applicants on the employment list may be interviewed by departments having vacancies. The position manager makes the hiring decision.
Probationary Period
Employees appointed to competitive positions serve a probationary period of six months before they are considered regular employees.
Condition of Employment
Candidates selected may be required to pass a pre-employment physical and/or psychological examination which is given at no cost to the candidate. A reference check and/or background investigation may also be conducted.
Background Check
All employees are fingerprinted and must pass a background check. Information obtained will be evaluated for compatibility with court employment. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture to employment rights. Information presented on employment application, resumes, and during the examination process is subject to verification.
Employee Documentation
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all persons hired are required to present to the Court, at the time of appointment, original documents which show satisfactory proof of identity and U.S. Citizenship or a legal right to work permanently in the United States.
Drug-free Workplace
The Court is a drug-free workplace and has a comprehensive substance abuse policy.
Compensation
Salary ranges have five steps with approximately 5% between steps. Starting salaries are normally at the first step, with achievement of the second step after six months of satisfactory service. Twelve months of satisfactory service are required between each of the remaining salary steps. Candidates granted advanced step appointments are required to perform twelve months of satisfactory service before consideration for the next salary step increase.
Employee Benefits
The information listed below is a general summary of benefits. The court has a variety of benefit options available which may differ between bargaining units.
Vacation
- 11 days initially
- 16 days after 3 years
- 20 days after 8 years
- 25 days after 11 years
Holidays
- 14 paid holidays per year - View Court Holidays
- 2 floating holidays
Sick Leave
- 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation
Insurance
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage. Dependent coverage is also available. Life insurance coverage of $10,000 is provided. All positions are eligible for long-term and/or state disability insurance. Additional supplemental life and long-term disability insurance may be purchased by the employee.
Retirement
The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Both the Tulare County Superior Court and the employee make retirement contributions. The Tulare County Superior Court has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, the State Teachers' Retirement system, and all 1937 County Employees Retirement Act systems.
Other Benefits
Other benefits are available, including the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Recognition Program, IRS Section 125 Program (provides tax savings for insurance costs, dependent care costs, and unreimbursed medical expenses), and Deferred Compensation.