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Magistrate
2025-07-04 State of North Carolina all cities,NC
Description:
SALARY GRADE: Flat Rated
Magistrates are judicial officials who evaluate requests for criminal charges and issue criminal process and search warrants. In addition, magistrates 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
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.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies
Individuals most suited for magistrate positions possess the ability to exercise sound judgment and to make decisions, are proficient at general office and computer skills, understand North Carolina Court Systems procedures, are team players with the ability to work under pressure, and have the ability to communicate effectively with the general public.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
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 live in the county the magistrate position serves at the time of nomination or a contiguous county (touching along a boundary or a point). See a map of North Carolina counties to determine if your county of residence meets statutory requirements. You MUST be a resident of Cherokee County or one of its contiguous counties to be eligible for this position.
Attach cover letter and résumé.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Instructions
Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Before applying, please read the Online Employment Application Guide for instructions on creating your profile and applying for specific postings.
It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit. Résumés are not accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.
All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
The North Carolina Judicial Branch Participates In E-Verify, An Internet-based System That Compares Information From An Employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, To Data From The US Department Of Homeland Security And Social Security Administration Records To Confirm Employment Eligibility. To Learn More, Click On These Links
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Charmaine J. Leeks
NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division
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SALARY GRADE: Flat Rated
Magistrates are judicial officials who evaluate requests for criminal charges and issue criminal process and search warrants. In addition, magistrates 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
- 7A 170-179.
SALARY GRADE: Flat Rated
Magistrates are judicial officials who evaluate requests for criminal charges and issue criminal process and search warrants. In addition, magistrates 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
- 7A 170-179.
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.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies
Individuals most suited for magistrate positions possess the ability to exercise sound judgment and to make decisions, are proficient at general office and computer skills, understand North Carolina Court Systems procedures, are team players with the ability to work under pressure, and have the ability to communicate effectively with the general public.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
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 live in the county the magistrate position serves at the time of nomination or a contiguous county (touching along a boundary or a point). See a map of North Carolina counties to determine if your county of residence meets statutory requirements. You MUST be a resident of Cherokee County or one of its contiguous counties to be eligible for this position.
Attach cover letter and résumé.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Instructions
Applicants must complete an on-line application by clicking the above APPLY link. Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Before applying, please read the Online Employment Application Guide for instructions on creating your profile and applying for specific postings.
It is important your application includes all of your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application to receive proper credit. 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 to your application before submitting it. Applications may not be altered after they have been submitted.
All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
The North Carolina Judicial Branch Participates In E-Verify, An Internet-based System That Compares Information From An Employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, To Data From The US Department Of Homeland Security And Social Security Administration Records To Confirm Employment Eligibility. To Learn More, Click On These Links
E-Verify Participation
E-Verify Participation (Spanish)
Right to Work
Right to Work (Spanish)
Charmaine J. Leeks
NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division
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