Magistrate New

$47,228 - $63,228/Yr

State of North Carolina - Wilson, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Wilson, NC

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Magistrate position is a full-time judicial role responsible for evaluating requests for criminal charges, issuing criminal processes and search warrants, conducting initial appearances, presiding over Small Claims Court hearings, and performing marriage ceremonies. This role requires the ability to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and serves as an officer of the district court in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Eight years of experience as a law enforcement officer in North Carolina.
• An associate degree and four years of work experience in a related field such as teaching, social services, law enforcement, arbitration or mediation, the court system, or counseling.
• Must be a resident of Wilson County or a contiguous county.

Nice-to-haves

• Proficiency in general office and computer skills.
• Understanding of North Carolina Court Systems procedures.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions under pressure.
• Effective communication skills with the general public.

Benefits

• Entry rate of pay commensurate with prior experience as a Magistrate.
• $63,228.00 is the entry rate of pay for a Magistrate with an active law license from any state.