Magistrate

Job Title

Preside over first cause of action in forcible entry and detainer complaints, driving under suspension citations, replevin actions, minor misdemeanor Division of Natural Resources citations, Division of Watercraft citations, littering citations, minor misdemeanor criminal citations, non-jailable criminal offenses and inspection cases, other criminal cases as may be assigned by the Court to the Magistrates.

Job Description

Preside over first cause of action in forcible entry and detainer complaints, driving under suspension citations, replevin actions, minor misdemeanor Division of Natural Resources citations, Division of Watercraft citations, littering citations, minor misdemeanor criminal citations, non-jailable criminal offenses and inspection cases, other criminal cases as may be assigned by the Court to the Magistrates. Employees of the Court are At-Will Employees and serve at the pleasure of the Court.

Examples of Duties

• Research case law, statutes, secondary legal sources, local/evidentiary rules and proposed legislation using hard-copy and computerized research materials.
• Analyze legal decisions, cases and documents.
• Control and maintain courtroom procedure and conduct on part of attorneys and litigants.
• Monitor, manage and control hearing times to ensure that cases are heard in a timely manner.
• Review daily filings processed by the Clerk's Office for assigned cases.

Qualifications

• Juris doctorate degree.
• Admitted and licensed by the Supreme Court to practice law for a minimum of four years.
• Judicial/magistrate continuing education, as required by the Supreme Court, are paid by the employer.
• Ability to successfully complete all required continuing legal education.

The City of Springfield is committed to a diverse workforce as it enriches and strengthens how we advance our mission. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all individuals, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, and all the other characteristics that make us unique. Our goal is to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to work.

*This position is not benefits eligible.