Municipal Court Judge – Ridgefield Park Village

Municipal Court Judge – Ridgefield Park Village.

The Village of Ridgefield Park desires to appoint a New Jersey licensed attorney to serve as the Municipal Court Judge for the Village of Ridgefield Park for a three-year unexpired term ending February 29, 2028, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2B-12-4. Court Sessions are currently held on Tuesday mornings (alternate weeks) and weekly on Tuesday afternoons. Once appointed, the Judge must be accessible on an as-needed basis, 24 hours per day / 7 days per week to the Court Administrator and local enforcement agencies.

The Municipal Court Judge must demonstrate knowledge of the criminal statutes prosecuted in Municipal Court. The Municipal Court Judge will also be required to handle such administrative matters as may be required pursuant to the Rules of Court and procedures instituted by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts. Applicants must meet the requirements as set forth in N.J.S.A. 2B:12-4 and 12-5.

The Judge must attend all training programs as required by the Bergen County Vicinage. Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter, current resume, and any references or letters of recommendation demonstrating any particular knowledge and experience in the Municipal Court services and any relevant knowledge of the Village of Ridgefield Park. The successful applicant will be permitted to maintain a private law practice, provided that such practice does not conflict with the Judge’s duties and responsibilities to the Municipal Court.

The submitted cover letter and resume must include an expected salary if appointed. Cover letters and resumes will be accepted until September 4, 2026.

The Village of Ridgefield Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Part-time $30,000.00 - $40,000.00

Contact:
Tara O’Grady, Village Clerk, 234 Main Street, Ridgefield Park NJ 07660. Email: attogrady.