The Department & Position

The City Magistrate is appointed by and reports directly to the Mayor and City Council. Presiding over the City court system, the City Magistrate provides direction and oversees work performed by court staff and is responsible for adjudicating traffic and misdemeanor cases.

The successful candidate will enjoy an incredibly talented, hard working team  consisting of:  an Associate Magistrate, Court Administrator, Collections Officer and 5 Court Clerks.

Essential Responsibilities

This list of responsibilities is illustrative only and not a comprehensive list of functions and tasks: presides over misdemeanor and civil traffic cases filed with the City of Kingman Municipal Court, and presides over Orders of Protection; responsible for applying relevant Supreme Court Rules, state statutes, City ordinances, and case law when presiding over trials to the court, trials to a jury, pre-trial conferences, arraignments, motions, and other hearings; responsible for imposing sentences commensurate to the offense and within the parameters allowed by law; determines the conditions, which, if met, will allow defendant’s release from police custody; responsible for the administration of staff, and oversight of departmental budget.

The Ideal Candidate

• Be of Good Morale Character
• Is Committed to Equal Justice Under the Law
• A Proven Record of Being Fair, Efficient & Professional
• Excellent Communicator, Keeps Council Informed
• Be Politically Astute and Demonstrates an Unquestionable sense of Integrity & Honesty

Desired Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School and Arizona State Bar membership in good standing;

Five (5) years judicial or related experience;

OR, any equivalent combination of education & experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Compensation & Benefits

Hiring salary range is $85,572—$111,936 annually DOQ

The City offers an attractive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to: Arizona State Retirement System, group medical/dental/vision/life insurance, H.S.A. contributions, F.S.A., supplemental insurance options, generous leave benefits, and many other competitive benefits.

To be considered for this opportunity, please complete application materials and send compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, salary history, professional references to:

City of Kingman
Attn: Jackie Walker, Human Resources Director
310 North Fourth Street, Kingman, AZ 86401

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Email: jwalker@cityofkingman.gov

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, April 24, 2015  @ 5:00PM

No contact will be made with references or current employer until Finalists are selected and with candidates’ permission.

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