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North Carolina Department of Public Safety

Magistrate

North Carolina Department of Public Safety, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

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Base pay range: $47,228.00/yr - $63,228.00/yr Agency: District Court Division: Job Classification Title: Magistrate (NS) Position Number: JM45 Grade: Location: Alamance County, North Carolina Description Of Work

Magistrates are judicial officials who evaluate requests for criminal charges and issue criminal process and search warrants. They 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. Responsibilities

Evaluate requests for criminal charges and issue criminal process and search warrants. Conduct initial appearances and bond hearings for defendants upon arrest. Preside over Small Claims Court hearings and marriage ceremonies. Work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities / Management Preferences

Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions. Proficiency in general office and computer skills. Understand North Carolina Court Systems procedures. Team-oriented with the ability to work under pressure. Effective communication with the general public. Minimum Education And Experience

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 reside in the county the magistrate position serves (or a contiguous county). You must be a resident of Alamance County or a contiguous county to be eligible for this position. Supplemental and Contact Information

Instructions: Applicants must complete an online application by clicking the APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. Include all relevant education and work experience; 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 before submitting. Applications may not be altered after submission. All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers. The North Carolina Judicial Branch participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. Links: E-Verify Participation (and Spanish), Right to Work (and Spanish). Recruiter: Dominikii Coleman Email: HumanResources@nccourts.org Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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