District Court Magistrate: Bail, Warrants & Initial Hearings

Judicial Branch; North Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Judicial Branch seeks Magistrates to serve in the District Court Division. The two full-time positions require evaluating criminal charges, issuing warrants, and handling initial appearances, bond hearings, and related duties.

Entry rate of pay is $69,551.00 for magistrates with an active law license from any state; residence in Catawba County or contiguous counties is required. Cover letter and résumé are invited.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, or eight years as a law enforcement officer in NC, or an associate degree with relevant experience.
• Candidates should understand how NC court procedures operate and be able to work under pressure.
• Must reside in the county served or a contiguous county at nomination.

Responsibilities

• Magistrates evaluate requests for criminal charges and issue warrants.
• Magistrates conduct initial appearances and bond hearings.
• Magistrates preside over Small Claims Court hearings and marriage ceremonies.

Skills

Judgment & decision making

Office & computer skills

NC Court system knowledge

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Law enforcement experience (NC)

Job description

The North Carolina Judicial Branch seeks Magistrates to serve in the District Court Division. The two full-time positions require evaluating criminal charges, issuing warrants, and handling initial appearances, bond hearings, and related duties.

Entry rate of pay is $69,551.00 for magistrates with an active law license from any state; residence in Catawba County or contiguous counties is required. Cover letter and résumé are invited.