Magistrate

State of North Carolina•Lincoln, NE

6d•$47,228 - $63,228•Onsite

About The Position

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. The Clerk of Superior Court, in his/her sole discretion, nominates person(s) to be considered for appointment to the position of magistrate to the Senior Resident Superior Court Judge. The Senior Resident Superior Court Judge, in his/her sole discretion, appoints magistrate(s) to an initial two-year term. The Chief District Court Judge determines magistrates' work schedules. 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.

Requirements

Individuals most suited for magistrate positions possess the 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.
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 Lincoln County or one of its contiguous counties to be eligible for this position.

Nice To Haves

Active law license from any state.

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.