Municipal Court Judge, Part Time

Job Description:

Municipal Court Judge, Part Time

Description

Overview

Magistrate individuals by reviewing the arrest report for probable cause, set bail, bond conditions and emergency protective orders. Input the magistration information into the Public Safety Report System. Review, sign all warrants and conduct juvenile readings. Hours of work are all City holidays, weekend days and nights, and weekday after normal work hours. Other times as needed and requested to fill in for magistration, including weekday overnight shifts. Magistration may be remote or in person as needed.

Responsibilities

• Magistrate individuals by deciding probable cause for the arrest, set a bail amount, bond conditions, enter emergency protective orders and review criminal history

• Enter magistration information into the Public Safety Report System (PSRS)

• Review and sign search warrants, blood warrants, arrest warrants, and emergency detention warrants if appropriate

• Attend meetings to discuss processes, procedures and updates on the law

• Attend all hours needed in accordance with the Rules of Judicial Education

• Read and know the codes applicable for magistration duties and research legal issues necessary to perform magistrate duties

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Part-Time

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• Jurisprudence (JD)

• Two (2) years of practicing law in Nueces County prior to appointment

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• Licensed Attorney in good standing in the State of Texas

• Qualified voter

• C itizen of the United States

• Resident of the State of Texas

• A valid driver's license is required

Required Prior to Performing Magistration duties

• Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems (TLETS) training

Required within ninety (90) days from taking office

• Eight (8) hours of Magistration training

Required within six (6) months of hire

• Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) training

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: June 5, 2026

Salary:

44.25-49.56 USD