Magistrate Pro Tempore (Full-Time)

City of Tucson•Easley, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Full-Time Magistrate Pro-Tempore position at the City of Tucson’s City Court Department is responsible for overseeing a wide range of municipal court cases. This position serves as a judge and involves scheduling and conducting hearings, as well as overseeing all judicial functions in accordance with Arizona law and the U.S. Constitution for the cases assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the Presiding Magistrate of the Court. This position does not supervise.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate
Five (5) years of relevant experience.
Member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona
Of good moral character
A resident of Arizona for one (1) year immediately preceding recommendation for appointment
Admitted to the practice of law for five (5) years immediately preceding recommendation for appointment
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to conduct and control civil and criminal courtroom proceedings
Commitment to the rule of law, public service, professionalism, integrity, and high ethical standards
General civil and criminal law knowledge
Court procedures knowledge
Rules of evidence knowledge
Appellate procedures knowledge
Methods of legal research knowledge
General court policies and procedures knowledge
Microsoft Office products knowledge
Other relevant technologies knowledge

Nice To Haves

Limited jurisdiction trial court experience as a judge or a litigating attorney

Responsibilities

Presides over a variety of hearings including criminal misdemeanors, civil traffic, code enforcement, parking hearings, ex parte and contested protective orders, animal forfeitures, and other matters within the jurisdiction of Tucson City Court.
Ensures court procedures are followed, and all parties are provided an opportunity to present their case information.
Performs duties as a backup and / or substitute judge in the event of expected and unexpected absences.
Issues written orders and ruling on motion.
Interacts professionally with self-represented litigants, attorneys, witnesses, jurors, court staff, and other members of the public.
Manages an assigned caseload and courtroom calendar.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Presiding Magistrate based on the needs of the Court.