Court Operations Analyst I/II
Santa Ana
Friday, 29 May 2026
Court Operations Analysts perform substantive and/or complex analytical work involving court- related issues, programs, and projects. Incumbents are expected to exercise good judgment, influence, and expertise to formulate recommendations and administer plans, policies, and programs in support of their assigned unit’s goals and objectives. Operations Analyst I is the entry- level classification in the Operations Analyst series. Incumbents perform analytical and administrative work on specific operational matters with an impact limited to a particular activity or function. Successful completion of the one (1) year probationary period results in advancement to Operations Analyst II with full performance level responsibilities. There is no permanent status at Operations Analyst I. Operations Analyst II is the journey- level classification in the Operations Analyst series. Incumbents perform complex analytical work or program management responsibilities in areas which may have court-wide impact. To view the full job descriptions, please click on the following links:Operations Analyst I - Operations Analyst II
Minimum Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION (both levels):High school diploma or GED equivalent. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:OPERATIONS ANALYST I:OPTION I: Two (2) years of experience with the Orange County Superior Court performing analytical work and/or complex program or project duties such as:Developing, recommending, and implementing operational policies, procedures, and processes; Analyzing legislation; Researching, interpreting, summarizing, and presenting data to court/legal management; Providing ongoing analytical support for a court/law-related program and/or project. OPTION II: Three (3) years of experience in a California court or closely related legal environment (ex. District Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff Department, or a large law firm (20 or more attorneys)) performing analytical work and/or complex program or project duties as mentioned above. OPERATIONS ANALYST II:OPTION I: One (1) year of experience with the Orange County Superior Court as an Operations Analyst IOPTION II: Four (4) years of experience as an analyst with another California court or closely related legal environment (ex. District Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff Department, or a large law firm (20 or more attorneys)) performing analytical work and/or complex program or project duties such as:Developing, recommending, and implementing operational policies, procedures, and processes; Analyzing legislation; Researching, interpreting, summarizing, and presenting data to court/legal management; Providing ongoing analytical support for a court/law-related program and/or project. DESIRED EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the fields of business, public administration, criminal justice, behavioral science, organizational leadership, or a closely related operational field. Certification from the Institute of Court Management or Judicial Administration program.