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The New York State Unified Court System is seeking applicants for Support Magistrate to assist in the 5th Judicial District.Support Magistrates work under the direction of the Chief and Deputy Chief Family CourtMagistrate concerning adherence to training, standards and administrative support. Under the general direction of an AdministrativeJudge, Support Magistrates serve in a confidential capacity and are responsible for conducting initial formal hearings to determinesupport proceedings, proceedings to determine paternity, and other matters within their authority, as defined by Section 439 of the Family Court Act. They conduct hearings, determine questions of fact and law, prepare findings of fact, and issue binding orders. Theyserve in a confidential quasi-judicial capacity for a term of three years, and may be reappointed for subsequent terms.Assignment: The Support Magistrate will be assigned to Oneida County Family Court and will be required to cover assignments in other counties in the Fifth Judicial District as needed. Typical duties include, but are not limited to: conducting conferences and hearings, researching and analyzing complex legal issues, reviewing documents, determining credibility of testimony and admissibility of evidence, making findings of fact and conclusions of law and preparing detailed written decisions. Travel will be required.QUALIFICATIONS:Five (5) years of relevant legal experience, three (3) of which must be in New York State, gained after admission to the New York State Bar; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Salary: 126,278 Maximum Salary: 0 Salary Unit: Yearly