Independent Municipal Judge — Shape Local Justice

Gfoat; Vidor (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Vidor seeks an independent contractor to adjudicate misdemeanor cases not involving penitentiary sentences or fines above state-law limits. Responsibilities include ruling on motor vehicle and class C offenses, issuing writs where applicable, and administering juvenile warnings.

The role requires a Master's degree or JD, with preferred JD, and involves negotiating rates with the City Council. Candidates must obtain and maintain state Municipal Court Judge certification per City Charter.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training.
• Doctor of Jurisprudence or Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adjudicates misdemeanor cases involving motor vehicle laws and other class C offenses.
• Renders decisions and sentences defendants by imposing fines or penalties.
• Administers juvenile warnings.
• Issuance of writs, as applicable.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Reading and interpretation

Education

Master’s degree

J.D. degree preferred

Job description

City of Vidor seeks an independent contractor to adjudicate misdemeanor cases not involving penitentiary sentences or fines above state-law limits. Responsibilities include ruling on motor vehicle and class C offenses, issuing writs where applicable, and administering juvenile warnings.

The role requires a Master's degree or JD, with preferred JD, and involves negotiating rates with the City Council. Candidates must obtain and maintain state Municipal Court Judge certification per City Charter.