Colorado Springs Municipal Court

2 Open Judicial Positions

The Municipal Court has jurisdiction over violations of City Charter provisions and City ordinances. Court proceedings are governed by City ordinances, court rules, and state statutes. Municipal Court handles all types of traffic and criminal violations. Many of the traffic violations are payable to the court, but most criminal violations require an appearance in court before a judge.

Associate Municipal Court Judge

As an Associate Municipal Court Judge you will interpret, apply, and enforce local ordinances and applicable state laws. Duties, which include arraignments, pre-trials, hearings, and other judicial proceedings, are performed in accordance with the law and are subject to review by a higher court through the appellate process or special action and by the Presiding Judge over Municipal Court sessions. The Associate Municipal Court Judge position earns $62,952.19 annually. 

Per Diem Municipal Court Judge:

The Per Diem Municipal Court Judge is guaranteed 12 docket days per year at a rate of $614.77 per docket day (2 dockets per day), or $307.38 per docket.  These 12 docket days are to cover for the Presiding Judge to allow for administrative work.  These days are not set and can be flexible with the Per Diem Municipal Court Judge’s schedule.  Associate Municipal Court Judges may coordinate with the Per Diem Municipal Court Judge to cover dockets at this same rate.  These funds will be deducted from the Associate Municipal Court Judge’s pay.

Minimum Qualifications

·        Bachelor's degree and Doctor of Jurisprudence from an accredited college or university

·        Must have seven (7) or more years experience in the practice of law in the State of Colorado 

·        Must be an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado and be in and remain in good standing

• Must not be a party or attorney in a lawsuit against the City of Colorado Springs and must not be an attorney representing defendants in the Colorado Springs Municipal Court
• Must be a resident of the State of Colorado and a citizen of the United States

Apply today: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cosprings/jobs/5121685/associate-per-diem-municipal-court-judge?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Posting closes on December 3, 2025

The Law Office of J.C. Pit Martin is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal to join our legal team.  The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in personal injury law and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills as well as good typing skills.  A minimum of 3 years of experience is necessary, and you must be a team player. Office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, holidays off with pay, 401K, starting salary is $49,504.69 -$69,618.55 depending on experience. 

Please email your resume to Pit@Pit-law.com or Tammy.king@pit-law.com.

The Colorado Springs Municipal Court is seeking individuals interested in serving as court appointed attorney for qualifying defendants. This attorney will be contracted with the City of Colorado Springs and paid at a rate of $175 per case with a minimum of 25 cases per month.  Applications will be screened by a committee established by the Presiding Judge. The committee will make a recommendation to the entire bench.

To apply, send a cover letter expressing qualifications and a resume to:

Court Administrator

City of Colorado Springs Municipal Court

224 E. Kiowa Street

Colorado Springs, CO  80903

Or email to sandy.martinez@coloradosprings.gov

Applications must be received by October 15, 2025.