Magistrate

North Carolina Courts; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Courts in Mecklenburg County seeks two full-time Magistrates to evaluate criminal charges, issue process, and conduct initial appearances. The role oversees Small Claims Court hearings and marriage ceremonies, with irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Entry pay begins at $51,951 and can rise to $69,551, with compensation depending on experience and licensure. Residency in Mecklenburg County or contiguous counties is required at nomination.

Qualifications

• 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 related work experience.
• Magistrates must reside in Mecklenburg County or a contiguous county at nomination time.
• Applicant must complete an online application; résumés are not accepted in lieu of a fully completed application.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate requests for criminal charges, issue criminal process and search warrants.
• Preside over initial appearances, including bond hearings.
• Preside over Small Claims Court hearings and marriage ceremonies.
• Work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Judgment

Office skills

Public communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Law enforcement experience

Associate degree

Job description

Magistrate# State of North Carolina Careers## MagistrateApply: Mecklenburg County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: February 3, 2027 (30+ days left to apply): JR-127843**Agency**District Court**Division**CSC Mecklenburg**Job Classification Title**Magistrate (NS)**Position Number**65035642**Grade**JM45**About Us**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.**Description of Work**SALARY RANGE: $51,951.00 - $69,551.00 RECRUITING FOR TWO (2) POSITIONS. 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.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences** 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; $69,551.00 is the entry rate of pay for a Magistrate with an active law license from any state. **Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Individuals most suited for magistrate positions possess the ability to exercise sound judgment and to make decisions, are proficient at general office and computer skills, understand North Carolina Court Systems procedures, are team players with the ability to work under pressure, and have the ability to communicate effectively with the general public. **Supplemental and Contact Information****INSTRUCTIONS:** Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will **not** be accepted. It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit. Résumés are not accepted in lieu of fully completed applications. **\\*NOTE\\*** Many job postings require certain documents be attached to an application. Verify your application is complete and uploaded documents are attached to your application *before* submitting it. Applications may not be altered after they have been submitted. *All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.*The North Carolina Judicial Branch participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. Dominikii ColemanNC Administrative Office of the Courts Human Resources Divisionhttp://www.nccourts.gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers **Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.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. Magistrates are statutorily required to live in the county the magistrate position serves at the time of nomination or a contiguous county (touching along a boundary or a point). See a map of North Carolina counties to determine if your county of residence meets statutory requirements. **You MUST be a resident of Mecklenburg County or one of its contiguous counties to be eligible for this position.****Attach cover letter and résumé.****EEO Statement**The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.**Recruiter:**Dominikii C Coleman**Email:**[e-mail]