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Maryland Limited

Commissioner, St. Mary's County

Maryland Limited, Leonardtown, Maryland, United States, 20650

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Commissioner Job Summary

District Court Commissioner is a judicial officer whose primary function includes reviewing Applications for Statement of Charges by the public and police for the filing of criminal charges in the District Court. A Criminal Summons or an Arrest Warrant may be issued based upon a finding of probable cause in the Application for Statement of Charges. District Court Commissioner performs the following duties but are not limited to: determining probable cause for charges on police on-view arrests of persons and thereafter determining pre-trial release for those arrested persons and accepting Bail Bond moneys and other forms of surety to secure the release of an incarcerated individual. When the Circuit and District Courts are closed, District Court Commissioners also serve in the capacity of the consideration of civil petitions for interim Peace Orders and interim Protective Orders. Responsibilities

Review and evaluate applications for statement of charges. Determine probable cause for charges and issue criminal summons or arrest warrant. Detain and release arrested persons; accept bail bonds and surety. Serve as civil petitioner for interim peace orders/ protective orders when courts closed. Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Residency: Must reside in the county or a contiguous county where employed. Certifications: CPR certified, NCIC CN5 certification (renew every 24 months). Work Environment

Full Time / On-Call Required. Shift: Day, evening, night, weekend, holiday; 5:00pm-7:00am shift differential $3/hr. Locations include district court buildings, police stations, and central booking facilities. Benefits

Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans. Application Process

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Equal Employment Opportunity

Applicant must be United States citizen or eligible to work. The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to ADA@mdcourts.gov or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at aocta@mdcourts.gov.

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