MAGISTRATE - 22010089

State of Florida; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits package

Job summary

State Courts System in DeLand seeks a General Magistrate to conduct hearings and prepare findings and recommendations for the referring judge.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, active Florida Bar membership, and at least five years of legal experience, including family law. The position offers a salary of $107,550 and involves occasional day travel with a comprehensive State of Florida benefits package.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active Florida Bar membership.
• Five years of legal experience, including family law.
• Ability to conduct hearings, research, and draft findings and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Receive judge's Orders of Referral and perform legal research for hearings.
• Conduct hearings in accordance with laws and rules of procedure.
• Review motions and evidence; analyze information and issue written findings for judges.
• Attend workshops/trainings to stay current on family law issues.

Skills

Legal research

Written and verbal communication

Court procedures

Family law knowledge

Independent hearings

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Requisition No: 882086

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: MAGISTRATE - 22010089

Pay Plan: State Courts System

Position Number: 22010089

Salary: $107,550

Posting Closing Date: 09/30/2026

Program/Dept.: Family Court Services / Court Services

Class/Working Title: General Magistrate

Location: DeLand

Position #: 10089

Annual Salary: $107,550

Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled

Function: This is a professional position responsible for conducting hearings and preparing findings and recommendations for the referring judge’s consideration.

• Receive judge’s Orders of Referral and conduct legal research in preparation for hearings.
• Conduct hearings in accordance with applicable laws and rules of procedure.
• Reviews motions and case law submitted by attorneys; considers/analyzes information/evidence presented at hearings to make legal determinations and submit written findings and recommendations to judges.
• Attend workshops/trainings and read appellate opinions to ensure knowledge of family law issues is current.

Periodic day travel required (mileage reimbursed at the State rate). Headquarters subject to change based upon the needs of the Court.

Minimum Requirements Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and a member of good standing in the Florida Bar. Five years of experience practicing law, including at least one year of family law.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of the responsibilities and authority of General Magistrates. Knowledge of and/or ability to:

• Legal system, court processes and procedures, with an emphasis on evidentiary matters.
• Civil procedure and family law rules.
• Interpret and apply Florida statutes and case law concerning domestic relations (family law).
• Apply child support guidelines and determine appropriate exceptions and modifications.
• Work cooperatively and cordially with court staff, attorneys, and litigants, including pro se litigants.
• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Conduct virtual hearings (independently).
• Proficient in navigating the internet, reviewing electronic case files, and using the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

This State-funded position is paid monthly and includes the State of Florida benefits package. The successful applicant is required to undergo a background check including fingerprinting.

The 7th Judicial Circuit Court is an equal opportunity and E-Verify employer.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.