Magistrate

Summary

Magistrate

Magistrates are attorneys at law admitted to practice in Ohio. By order of reference from the judges of Cleveland Municipal Court, magistrates are assigned to hear civil, criminal and traffic matters and issue magistrate decisions, pursuant to Civil Rule 53, Criminal Rule19, and Traffic Rule 14, subject to approval by the judges.

Essential responsibilities include performing legal research and presiding over the following dockets and issuing decisions based on the facts presented and the applicable law:

1. Small Claims
2. Traffic Arraignment
3. Misdemeanor Arraignment
4. Pre- and Post-Judgment Motions
5. Bond Forfeiture Hearings
6. Garnishment Hearings
7. Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles Appeals and Petitions for Limited Driving Privileges
8. Parking Violation Bureau Appeals
9. Municipal Income Tax Arraignments
10. Cognovit Notes
11. Default Judgments
12. Civil and Criminal Motions, Pre-trials and Trials
13. Provide quality service that continuously improves, that meets or exceeds public expectations, and ensures all are treated with courtesy, dignity, and respect.

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Knowledge, skills and abilities: Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; ability to organize and prioritize duties; highly organized work habits; solid computer skills; demonstrated ability to conduct legal research; must have or develop an understanding of court operations in order to assess needs and provide appropriate support.

Education and/or experience: Attorney and member of the Ohio Bar in good standing; five (5) years legal experience, with two (2) years trial experience or the equivalent thereof; basic mediation skills or the equivalent thereof; working knowledge of Ohio Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure, Ohio Traffic Rules, Ohio Rules of Evidence and Cleveland Municipal Court Rules of Practice and Procedure.

Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Work environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Court expectations of employee: In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects that the employee will adhere to the mission and values of the Court as well as all Court policies and procedures. In addition, while carrying out the duties of this position, the employee is expected to model high ethical conduct on and off the job and exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor with all Court employees. Qualified applicants may be required to submit to testing and provide writing samples. Proof of education and employment references will be required before final interview. Employment predicated upon successful completion of criminal record check and drug testing required. You'll be considered a probationary employee for your first 180 days of employment.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.

Job Description

Magistrate

Magistrates are attorneys at law admitted to practice in Ohio. By order of reference from the judges of Cleveland Municipal Court, magistrates are assigned to hear civil, criminal and traffic matters and issue magistrate decisions, pursuant to Civil Rule 53, Criminal Rule19, and Traffic Rule 14, subject to approval by the judges.

Essential responsibilities include performing legal research and presiding over the following dockets and issuing decisions based on the facts presented and the applicable law:

1. Small Claims
2. Traffic Arraignment
3. Misdemeanor Arraignment
4. Pre- and Post-Judgment Motions
5. Bond Forfeiture Hearings
6. Garnishment Hearings
7. Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles Appeals and Petitions for Limited Driving Privileges
8. Parking Violation Bureau Appeals
9. Municipal Income Tax Arraignments
10. Cognovit Notes
11. Default Judgments
12. Civil and Criminal Motions, Pre-trials and Trials
13. Provide quality service that continuously improves, that meets or exceeds public expectations, and ensures all are treated with courtesy, dignity, and respect.

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Knowledge, skills and abilities: Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; ability to organize and prioritize duties; highly organized work habits; solid computer skills; demonstrated ability to conduct legal research; must have or develop an understanding of court operations in order to assess needs and provide appropriate support.

Education and/or experience: Attorney and member of the Ohio Bar in good standing; five (5) years legal experience, with two (2) years trial experience or the equivalent thereof; basic mediation skills or the equivalent thereof; working knowledge of Ohio Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure, Ohio Traffic Rules, Ohio Rules of Evidence and Cleveland Municipal Court Rules of Practice and Procedure.

Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Work environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Court expectations of employee: In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects that the employee will adhere to the mission and values of the Court as well as all Court policies and procedures. In addition, while carrying out the duties of this position, the employee is expected to model high ethical conduct on and off the job and exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor with all Court employees. Qualified applicants may be required to submit to testing and provide writing samples. Proof of education and employment references will be required before final interview. Employment predicated upon successful completion of criminal record check and drug testing required. You'll be considered a probationary employee for your first 180 days of employment.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.