About This Role
This part-time appointed position serves as a Municipal Court Magistrate, reporting to the designated Presiding Judge. The role involves acting as a judge for Class "C" misdemeanors and as a magistrate for defendants arrested by local law enforcement agencies. It suits a licensed attorney with experience in criminal law who can efficiently adjudicate a significant volume of cases.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Municipal Court Magistrate as appointed under the direction of the Presiding Judge
- Serve as judge for cases involving Class "C" misdemeanors
- Serve as magistrate for defendants arrested by the El Paso Police Department and other local law enforcement agencies
- Serve as a judge at arraignment, trial sessions, pretrial sessions, civil parking hearings, and other court hearings
- Handle a significant volume of cases impartially and efficiently
- Advise defendants and other interested parties of charges, rights, legal opinions, and rulings
- Review documents presented to establish proof of legal compliance
- Assess judgment and fines
- Record determination of court
- Hear preliminary pre-trial motions
- Handle additional cases as assigned by the presiding judge
- Perform other related duties as required
Requirements
- Licensed attorney in good standing in the State of Texas
- Two (2) or more years of experience in the practice of criminal law in Texas
- Lived in the City of El Paso during the preceding 12 months
- Resident of Texas
- Considerable knowledge of Texas State Law and City of El Paso Ordinances governing misdemeanor offenses, including conditions of juvenile defendants; court protocols, and procedures
- Ability to adjudicate a significant volume of cases promptly and efficiently
- Ability to clearly and concisely explain pertinent legal information to affected parties
- Ability to fairly and impartially enforce judicial authority
- Foreign diplomas, transcripts, and degrees must be translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submission
Benefits
- Limited benefits based on agreement
Important Details
- Schedule: 20 hours per week, Monday – Friday, hours may vary from 7:00 am – 5:00 pm to support the court schedule
- Application deadline: October 13, 2026 (first date of review)
Application Process
- Provide your attorney license number and expiration date
- Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application and the completeness of the responses to the Supplemental Questions
