Magistrate
About The Position
DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay. Salary Range: $47,228.00 - $63,228.00 Magistrates are judicial officials who evaluate requests for criminal charges and issue criminal process and search warrants. In addition, magistrates conduct initial appearances, including bond hearings, for defendants upon arrest. Magistrates preside over Small Claims Court hearings and marriage ceremonies. Must be able to work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. The person in this full-time position will serve as an officer of district court in accordance with NC General Statutes §7A 170-179.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; or eight years as a law enforcement officer in NC; or an associate degree and four years of work experience in a related field.
- Related fields include: teaching, social services, law enforcement, arbitration or mediation, the court system, or counseling.
- Must be a resident of Buncombe County or one of its contiguous counties to be eligible for this position.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and to make decisions.
- Proficient at general office and computer skills.
- Understand North Carolina Court Systems procedures.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the general public.
Nice To Haves
- Entry rate of pay commensurate with prior experience as a Magistrate; $63,228.00 is the entry rate of pay for a Magistrate with an active law license from any state.
- Team players
Responsibilities
- Evaluate requests for criminal charges and issue criminal process and search warrants.
- Conduct initial appearances, including bond hearings, for defendants upon arrest.
- Preside over Small Claims Court hearings and marriage ceremonies.
- Serve as an officer of district court in accordance with NC General Statutes §7A 170-179.
Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
