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Community Management Corporation

On-Site Manager

Cary, NC · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Pursue eviction through Magistrate's Court when necessitated by severe lease violations such as non-payment. * Deposit rents and security deposits daily in the project bank accounts and email copies ...

Franklin County (NC)

Deputy Sheriff

Louisburg, NC · On-site

$56K - $59K/yr

Serves civil process papers such as civil summons, magistrate summons, notice of rights, subpoenas, and court orders dealing with child support, child custody, and domestic violence; explains briefly ...

Johnston County, NC

Deputy Sheriff

Smithfield, NC · On-site

$62K - $102K/yr

Serves civil process papers such as civil summons, magistrate summons, notice of rights, subpoenas, and court orders dealing with child support, child custody, and domestic violence; explains briefly ...

Harnett County

Deputy Sheriff

Lillington, NC · On-site

$55K - $91K/yr

... magistrate and/or County detention facilities. Provides courtroom security for judges, the public, and inmates; may call court into session; ensures judges security and other needs are met; may ...

Town of Apex North Carolina

Police Officer I

Apex, NC · On-site

$62K - $76K/yr

Issues citations for violation of traffic regulations, serves warrants; apprehends and processes criminal suspects and transports to County Magistrate and/or County detention facilities. * Regulates ...

Harnett County, NC

Deputy Sheriff

Lillington, NC · On-site

$55K/yr

Serves warrants, apprehends, processes, and transports criminal suspects to County magistrate and/or County detention facilities. * Provides courtroom security for judges, the public, and inmates ...

Franklin County, NC

Deputy Sheriff

Louisburg, NC · On-site

$56K - $59K/yr

Serves civil process papers such as civil summons, magistrate summons, notice of rights, subpoenas, and court orders dealing with child support, child custody, and domestic violence; explains briefly ...

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How much do magistrate jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for magistrate in Raleigh, NC is $92,836.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,700.00 and $138,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a magistrate?

A Magistrate is a judicial officer who presides over court proceedings, typically handling minor criminal offenses, civil disputes, preliminary hearings, and administrative matters. They may issue warrants, set bail, and make legal determinations based on evidence and applicable laws. Magistrates operate within lower courts and play a crucial role in the judicial system by ensuring due process and fair proceedings. Their responsibilities vary by jurisdiction but generally focus on resolving cases efficiently and upholding the rule of law.

What are some common challenges magistrates face in their daily work?

Magistrates frequently encounter complex cases involving tight deadlines, high caseload volumes, and emotionally charged situations, all of which demand careful judgment and resilience. They must remain impartial while interpreting and applying the law, often under public scrutiny. Collaboration with court staff, attorneys, and law enforcement is essential to ensure proper courtroom procedures and timely case resolutions. Successfully managing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, empathy, and the ability to quickly adapt to new legal developments.

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Infographic showing various Magistrate job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,836 per year, or $44.6 per hour.

Judicial Law Clerk to Robert T. Numbers, II, United States Magistrate Judge

Eastern District of North Carolina

Raleigh, NC

$77K - $144K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Position Overview Robert T. Numbers, II, United States Magistrate Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina, is accepting applications for a law clerk for the 2027-28 term to serve one year commencing August 2027. The position will be in Raleigh and is responsible for providing legal research and writing assistance, preparing bench memos, drafting orders and opinions on a variety of criminal and civil matters, communicating with counsel regarding case management and procedural requirements, assisting the Judge during courtroom proceedings, attending court-hosted ADR, and performing chambers administrative duties.

Qualifications To qualify for the position, one must be a law school graduate at the time of appointment and have strong academic credentials and superior legal research and writing skills. Preference will be given to applicants with prior judicial clerkship/externship experience or demonstrated research and writing skills. Salary will be based upon education, legal qualifications, and experience.

To qualify for appointment at the JSP 12 level, an applicant must have one year of legal work experience and hold bar membership. Appointment at the JSP 13 level, will require two years of legal work experience and bar membership. Conditions of Employment Applicants must be United States citizens or lawful permanent residents actively seeking citizenship.

Final candidates are subject to a background check. Judicial Branch employees are considered "at will" employees and are not subject to the employment regulations of competitive service. Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit is required.

Application Procedures: All interested persons should apply online by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nced or OSCAR, and submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, law school transcript, and three letters of recommendation. *If preferred, letters of recommendation not included in the official application packet may be sent directly to Human Resources at NCE_HumanResources@ncep.uscourts.gov. The court provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities

All employees are required to adhere to the "Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees" which is available for review upon request. The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, to withdraw the job announcement, or to fill the position at any time before the closing date, any of which actions may occur without any prior written or other notice. Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates in consideration for this position will be contacted.

-THE COURT IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER- www.nced.uscourts.gov General questions may be sent via email to NCE_HumanResources@ncep.uscourts.gov

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