City Magistrate

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!

The Courts Department is actively seeking a City Magistrate.

Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.

The essential function of the position within the organization is to conduct hearings and submit recommended Orders/Judgments on matters referred to the Magistrates by judges. The position is responsible for setting referred cases for hearing, conducting hearings, making decisions on cases and preparing Orders/Judgments that include findings of facts, conclusions of law and recommendation for the referring judge’s review. The position works under the general supervision of a Chief Judge or designee.