Magistrate

Title: Magistrate

State Role

Title:

Magistrate

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Supreme Court

Location: Rockingham County Territory

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The Commonwealth of Virginia has an opening for a magistrate position in the 4th Magisterial Region. A magistrate is an Essential Personnel position and is an independent judicial officer appointed by the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Court of Virginia. Magisterial Region 4 is comprised of the Counties of Warren, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah, Clarke, Rockingham, Loudoun, Fauquier, Rappahannock, Albemarle, Greene, Madison, Culpeper, Orange, Louisa, Fluvanna, and Goochland.

The magistrates will be required to conduct hearings throughout Magisterial Region 4. The magistrate appointed to this position primarily will serve in Rockingham County located in the 26th Judicial District. The magistrates must possess a fundamental working knowledge of Virginia civil and criminal law and demonstrate an ability to impartially and efficiently apply that knowledge in the resolution of legal issues.

• Conducting neutral and impartial hearings relating to searches, arrests, bail, temporary detentions, and civil issues
• Conducting legal research and analysis
• Ascertaining facts and applying them to relevant legal principles
• Maintaining order and decorum in highly charged, sensitive circumstances
• Receiving and accounting for money

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Excellent English speaking, listening, and writing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Computer proficiency
• Preference for prior legal system experience

A fundamental knowledge of Virginia civil and criminal law and the judicial system is essential. Therefore, relevant legal experience, training, or education, including membership in the Virginia State Bar, is a plus. The successful candidate must be a citizen of the United States and either be or become a resident of Virginia prior to appointment. Candidates must meet all of the qualifications of a magistrate under Va.

Code § 19.2-37. The Canons of Conduct for Virginia Magistrates applies to this position. See .

If not currently certified as a magistrate, the successful candidate must attend an intensive four-week training course and successfully pass a certification process that includes a written examination and extensive on-the-job training. The successful candidate will be required to sign a training repayment agreement, which will require the magistrate to reimburse, pro-rata, the Office of the Executive Secretary for the cost of providing training in the event that the magistrate leaves employment during training or within two years of completing training.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This is a full-time position. The work schedule has rotating shifts that REQUIRE weekends and holidays. This position offers a competitive benefits package, which includes vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays, health insurance, retirement benefits, life insurance, deferred compensation, and short-term and long-term disability. State application, resume, and cover letter required. STATE APPLICATION MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.

Applicants must apply online. Only interviewed applicants will be notified of the filling of the position. No phone calls or e-mails regarding application status. The Virginia Judicial System is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Applicants who need accommodations for an interview should request this in advance.

All candidates are subject to a criminal history background check before being offered employment. NO PHONE CALLS OR EMAILS REGARDING APPLICATION STATUS

Name:
Richette Howell

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