MAGISTRATE - 22011066 - HALF TIME

Florida; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The 7th Judicial Circuit Court in Palatka, FL is seeking a Magistrate (Half Time) to conduct hearings and prepare findings for a judge. The role requires a JD and Florida Bar admission, with at least five years of legal experience including family law, and occasional travel.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders, conducting hearings, researching law, and providing clear findings and recommendations. The position offers a competitive annual salary and state benefits.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and active Florida Bar in good standing.
• Five years of legal experience, including at least one year in family law.
• Ability to interpret and apply Florida statutes and case law concerning domestic relations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hearings and prepare findings and recommendations for a judge.
• Review judges’ orders and perform legal research in advance of hearings.
• Attend workshops and stay current on family law issues.
• Take evidence and apply child support guidelines as required.

Skills

Legal research

Court procedures

Communication

Analysis

Evidence handling

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Florida Bar admission

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Zoom

Internet

Job description

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Requisition No:884941

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: MAGISTRATE - 22011066 - HALF TIME

Office: General Magistrate / Court Services
Class/Working Title: General Magistrate - Half Time
Location: Palatka
Position Number: 11066
Annual Salary: $53,775.00
Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled

Function

This is a professional position that is responsible for conducting hearings and preparing findings and recommendations for a judge’s consideration.

• Reviews judges’ orders of referral and conducts legal research in preparation for hearings.
• Conducts hearings in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Reviews motions and case law submitted by attorneys; considers/analyzes information presented at hearings to make case determinations in the form of findings and recommendations to judges.
• Attends workshops/trainings and reads 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.

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and 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 ability to

• Interpret and apply Florida statutes and case law concerning domestic relations (family law).
• Apply child support guidelines and determine appropriate exceptions and modifications.
• Take evidence.
• Work cooperatively and cordially with court staff, attorneys, and litigants (some of whom are self-represented).
• Follow civil procedure.
• Conduct legal research.
• Communicate clearly.
• Ability to use the Internet; Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook applications; and virtual platforms, such as Zoom, is required.

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.

If you are disabled and require an accommodation to participate in the application/ interview process, please contact Israel Gonzalez at 386-313-4561 or [e-mail] with as much notice as possible. We will be happy to make every effort to accommodate reasonable requests.

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.

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.