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Magistrate Clerk

Galveston, TX · On-site

$41K/yr

Distributes documents from magistrate court to District Attorney, District Court Administration, County Court Administration, District Clerk, and County Clerk. * Maintains case files for cases ...

Colorado Judicial Branch

$174K/yr

The district court magistrate in Division V is part of the 4 th Judicial District's broader juvenile team and handles a mixed docket that includes dependency and neglect cases involving DHS petitions ...

Colorado Judicial Branch

Magistrate

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$174K/yr

The district court magistrate in Division V is part of the 4 th Judicial District's broader juvenile team and handles a mixed docket that includes dependency and neglect cases involving DHS petitions ...

Colorado Judicial Branch

$174K/yr

The 20th Judicial District will be selecting one candidate to fill both the 0.9 FTE Magistrate position AND the 0.1 FTE Legal Research Attorney position. Candidates who do not apply to BOTH hiring ...

BWLNC

The United States District Court, Central District of California, is accepting applications for the position of Law Clerk to a U. S. Magistrate Judge. Position is located in Los Angeles, CA. The ...

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How much do district magistrate jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for district magistrate in the United States is $87,376.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $91,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a district magistrate?

District Magistrates (DMs) are senior government officials who head the administration of a district in many countries, including India. They are responsible for maintaining law and order, overseeing the implementation of government policies, supervising various administrative functions, and coordinating between different government departments within the district. The DM also acts as the District Collector, managing land revenue and conducting elections. They play a vital role in crisis management, disaster response, and ensuring effective governance at the district level.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a district magistrate?

To thrive as a District Magistrate, you need comprehensive knowledge of law, public administration, and governance, typically attained through successful completion of the civil services examination and relevant training. Familiarity with government procedures, case management systems, and digital governance platforms is essential. Strong leadership, decision-making, conflict resolution, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing diverse administrative and legal responsibilities. These skills ensure efficient administration, fair law enforcement, and the maintenance of public order at the district level.

What are the main challenges district magistrates face in coordinating with multiple government departments?

District Magistrates often oversee collaboration among various government departments such as law enforcement, health, education, and public works. A common challenge is ensuring timely communication and alignment of priorities, especially during crisis situations or large-scale projects. Balancing the needs and expectations of different stakeholders while maintaining administrative efficiency can be demanding. Successful District Magistrates typically rely on strong interpersonal skills, proactive leadership, and clear delegation to navigate these complexities and drive coordinated action.
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Infographic showing various District Magistrate job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,376 per year, or $42 per hour.

United States Magistrate Judge

Pittsburgh, PA

US Judicial Branch
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$229K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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The Judicial Conference of the United States has authorized the appointment of a full-time United States Magistrate Judge for the Western District of Pennsylvania at Pittsburgh. The vacancy will occur as of June 3, 2027 upon the retirement of current United States Magistrate Judge Patricia L. Dodge.Qualifications:To be qualified for appointment an applicant must:
  1. Be, and have been for at least five years, a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Territory of Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, or the Virgin Islands of the United States;
  2. Have been engaged in the active practice of law for a period of at least five years (with some substitutes authorized);
  3. Be competent to perform all the duties of the office, of good moral character, emotionally stable and mature, committed to equal justice under the law, in good health, patient, courteous, and capable of deliberation and decisiveness;
  4. Be less than 70 years old; and
  5. Not be related to a judge of the district court.

Education:The court may consider as substitute experience for the active practice of law any combination of the following:
  • Experience as a judge of a state court of record or other state judicial officer.
  • Experience as a United States magistrate judge, bankruptcy judge, or other federal judicial officer.
  • Experience as an attorney for federal or state agencies.
  • Experience as a law clerk to any judge or judicial officer, or as a staff attorney, or pro se law clerk in a court (limited to two years).
  • Other legal experience suitable as a substitute in the opinion of the court.
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