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This position supervises Magistrates, Hearing Officers, an Administrative Assistant, and works under the general supervision of the Chief Judge and Trial Court Administrator. It is a working administrative position and the successful candidate will carry a circuit-wide caseload relating to, but not all inclusive, civil and/or family related hearings, draft reports and recommendations on matters referred for hearing by judges. The position is responsible for setting referred cases for hearing, conducting hearings, making determinations on cases, and preparing findings and recommendations for the parties and referring judge’s consideration.
Salary- $114,044.36/year
Education – Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school is required.
Experience – Five years of work experience in the practice of law, including three years in family or civil law and at least one year of administrative or supervisory experience. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis.
Certification and Special Requirements – Membership in Good Standing in the Florida Bar. Valid Florida State Driver’s License required.
Competencies How to ApplyApplicants should email a complete application package of the following materials to HR@circuit19.org
1. Cover Letter and Resume
2. State of Florida Application - visit www.circuit19.org/about-courts/employment-opportunities
3. Three recent writing samples from within the last two years.
Deadline to apply: Friday, April 18, 2025.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Also, the State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
If you are a person with a disability who requires a special accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the Human Resources Department at (772) 807-4370 (option 6)
