Part-Time Court Commissioner – Involuntary Treatment Act

Lewis County is hiring a Part-Time Court Commissioner to join the offices of Superior Court. DEPARTMENT / OFFICE This position is a FLSA Non-Exempt position within the Lewis County Superior Court offices located at 345 W Main St., Chehalis, WA. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online at and to view application materials and job description. Late applications will not be accepted.

Job Type: Extra Help, Non-Exempt Salary Range: $100 per hour

Appointed by the Presiding Judge, the Part Time Court Commissioner performs all judicial duties and functions as set forth in the statutes and as assigned by the Presiding Judge.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Acts pursuant to RCW 2.24.040 as directed by the Superior Court Presiding Judge.
• Presides over agreed and contested hearings under the Involuntary Treatment Act to determine if there is a legal and factual basis to order the involuntary commitment of individuals for psychiatric treatment under RCW 71.05 and 71.34.

Work is performed in a standard office environment and involves sitting for extended periods of time, light physical demands, and frequent use of personal computers.

Required: Law Degree from an ABA-accredited law school and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the practice of law. Must be a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association. Must meet the requirements of RCW 2.24.010.

Knowledge of: Judicial system, including but not limited to civil law, Lewis County Superior Court’s local rules and court procedures, statutes, legal principles, and case law. State of Washington Court Rules. Federal and State Rules of Civil Procedure. Legal research and writing skills. The Judicial Information System and State Court System.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other staff, County departments and officials, court personnel, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Learn and follow County policies and procedures.

If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding profession, consider a career in public service. Join Lewis County’s workforce of dedicated public servants in helping shape the future of our growing community. After ninety (90) calendar days of employment, Extra Help employees receive one (1) hour of sick time for every forty (40) hours worked.

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