CHANDLER JUDGE PRO TEM

HOURS AND COMPENSATION:
The Chandler Municipal Court is seeking Judges Pro Tem to serve in the absence of regular Municipal Court Judges, possibly including weekends and holidays. $50.00 per hour.  Paid every two weeks.  This is a temporary part-time position on an as-needed basis.

NATURE OF WORK:
Perform professional legal work conducting preliminary and formal court hearings on misdemeanors and traffic offenses.  Conduct hearings and makes determinations of cases which arise within the jurisdiction of the City, exercising jurisdiction over all offenses against ordinances of the City and over misdemeanors defined by State law which are committed within the City.  Exercise considerable independent judgment.  Conduct juvenile hearings as a juvenile court referee.  Conduct legal research.  Set bail and issue orders regarding disposition of arrested persons.  Apply thorough knowledge of Arizona criminal law, City ordinances and related laws and regulations applicable to a municipal court.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 5 years as a practicing attorney.  This experience must be comprehensive enough to ensure the ability to perform the duties of the position as illustrated above.

• A member in good standing with the State Bar Association of Arizona.

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a JD or equivalent degree.

• Must reside within a reasonable radius of the City of Chandler.

Consideration will be given to any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

SELECTION PROCESS:
The City of Chandler may conduct pre-employment background investigations; all offers of employment are contingent upon successful background screening results. The examination process may vary if determined necessary

CLOSING DATE
f you would like to be considered for the Judge Pro Tem position, please complete the online Neogov employment application and be sure to include a completed resume and letter(s) of reference by 5 P.M., December 8, 2014. The Application is available at www.chandleraz.gov/hr 

This position is a temporary, part-time position and serves at the pleasure of the Presiding City Magistrate. A register of qualified candidates will be active for four months should another position become available

THE CITY OF CHANDLER IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION EMPLOYER