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Quasi-Judicial Officer ― Barry County
Barry County (pop. 63,808) in Southwest Michigan is seeking a Quasi-Judicial Officer.
Responsibilities:
The position, which reports to the Trial Court Administrator and the Probate, District and Circuit Judges:
- Serves as Domestic Relations Referee, Juvenile Referee, Probate Register, Attorney Magistrate and in other quasi-judicial duties
- Conducts a variety of hearings, including, but not limited to, domestic relations, juvenile delinquency, abuse and neglect, termination of parental rights, probate matters, informal hearings on civil infractions, arraignments on misdemeanor and felony matters
- Reviews and approves arrest and search warrants and sets bond
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Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- License to practice law in Michigan and membership in the State Bar of Michigan in good standing (or candidates who are members in good standing of another State Bar with ability to obtain a Michigan state license prior to hire)
- At least 5 years of experience practicing law with a thorough understanding of family, juvenile, child welfare, probate law and criminal law
- Ability to interpret and explain statutes, case law and trial procedures
- Magistrate and Referee training (or completion of training as soon as feasible after hire)
- Must be a registered voter in Barry County
Salary: $95,000-$98,000, DOQE and approval by the Chief Judge; comprehensive benefits
The county pays for training as outlined by the State Administrative Office for Judges & Magistrates, board meetings and/or conferences, etc. Based on the court schedule and responsibilities, the position may have opportunity for a hybrid work schedule after the probationary period of six months. Barry County trial courts participate in the Public Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please review the provisions of the program to see of you qualify.
How to apply:
Submit résumé, cover letter and contact information for five professional references at www.GovHRjobs.com. 2024. For questions, please contact Joan Walko, Senior Vice President, GovHR USA, at 410-499-9586.
Deadline: May 29, 2024
Posted: April 24, 2024
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