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About Us

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administered without favor, denial, or delay.

Agency

District Court

Division

Magistrate (NS)

Position Number

N/A

Grade

JM45

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, preside over Small Claims Court hearings and marriage ceremonies, and must be able to work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. In this full‑time position, the magistrate serves as an officer of the district court in accordance with NC General Statutes. The Clerk of Superior Court nominates candidates for appointment, the Senior Resident Superior Court Judge appoints magistrates to an initial two‑year term, and the Chief District Court Judge determines magistrates' work schedules. Entry rate of pay is $63,228.00.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate requests for criminal charges and issue warrants.
• Conduct initial appearances and bond hearings.
• Preside over Small Claims Court hearings and conduct marriage ceremonies.
• Work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Adhere to NC General Statutes and court procedures.

Qualifications

Individuals most suited for magistrate positions possess the ability to exercise sound judgment, make decisions, are proficient at general office and computer skills, understand North Carolina Court Systems procedures, are team players who can work under pressure, and communicate effectively 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.

Statutorily, magistrates must reside in the county served or a contiguous county at the time of nomination. Applicants must be residents of Halifax County or one of its contiguous counties.

Salary Range

$47,228.00 – $63,228.00

Application Instructions

• Applicants must complete an online application via the provided PAIR link.
• Mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
• Include all relevant education and work experience; fully complete all application questions.
• Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a complete application.
• Attach a cover letter and résumé.
• Verify that all required documents are uploaded before submitting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities, as well as for religious beliefs and pregnancy‑related conditions.

Recruiter

Travis Davis
Email: ...@nccourts.org