Court Human Resources Director

Salary: $152,838 - $190,466 Annually Lead the People Strategy Behind the Administration of Justice. The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, is seeking an accomplished Human Resources professional to serve as Court Human Resources Directorand strategic advisor to the Court Executive Officer. This is an opportunity to shape the workforce, culture, and HR infrastructure supporting approximately 300 employees and a $65 million organization. The Director provides executive leadership acrossemployee and labor relations, talent acquisition, classification and compensation, performance management, workers' compensation, compliance, and HR operations. This position also oversees Facilities; prior experience in Facilities Management is not required. The successful candidate will strengthen accountability, modernize policies and practices, lead organizational change, and mitigate organizational risk. We are seeking a strategic HR leader who thrives in complex or regulated environments, is comfortable addressing difficult issues, and can translate organizational challenges into measurable results. Public-sector or judicial experience is preferred.

Benefits include: employer-paid medical optionsdental and vision coveragewellness incentivestuition assistance Public Service Loan Forgivenesschild care options and family support benefitshousing assistanceand employee down payment assistance.

Application Deadline: October 12, 2026.