Regional Magistrate & Attorney — Public Service Leader

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Paid state and federal holidays

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Deferred compensation

Disability benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a Magistrate for the Abingdon Magistrate Office. The role involves issuing warrants, conducting hearings, and applying Virginia law impartially across the region. A strong emphasis on integrity, professionalism, and public service guides daily responsibilities.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, Virginia residency, and a bachelor's degree. Comprehensive benefits accompany this permanent position within Region 1, with some travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Under § 19.2-37 of the Code of Virginia, a Magistrate must be a United States citizen, be a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Fluency in written and spoken English with strong communications skills; ability to interact professionally with coworkers, complainants, petitioners, and witnesses.
• Ability to conduct judicial hearings in a neutral and impartial manner; interpret the Code of Virginia and other legal resources.
• Must be able to properly account for funds and possess general computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Issue arrest warrants and summonses for criminal offenses and other violations of Virginia law.
• Issue search warrants and conduct bail hearings for individuals charged with criminal offenses.
• Admit individuals to bail or commit them to jail as appropriate.
• Issue Emergency Protective Orders and mental health/medical custody orders as required.
• Perform other acts authorized by law within the magisterial duties.
• Operate within the Canons of Conduct for Virginia Magistrates and maintain ethical standards.

Skills

Fluency in English

Interpersonal skills

Reading comprehension

Research Code of Virginia

Judicial hearings

Fact-finding from testimony

Budgeting / funds accounting

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a Magistrate for the Abingdon Magistrate Office. The role involves issuing warrants, conducting hearings, and applying Virginia law impartially across the region. A strong emphasis on integrity, professionalism, and public service guides daily responsibilities.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, Virginia residency, and a bachelor's degree. Comprehensive benefits accompany this permanent position within Region 1, with some travel as needed.