Circuit Court Commissioner/ Register in Probate
Apply NowCompany: State of Wisconsin Division of Personnel Management
Location: Jefferson, OR 97352
Description:
Introduction
Explore. Thrive. Belong. Jefferson County is the Heart of the Heartland. We offer the best of Wisconsin living with safe, family oriented, vibrant business and civic communities surrounded by picturesque farmland. Jefferson County is proud of our small-town living options and easy access to major urban centers.
Position Summary
WHAT YOU WILL DO Appointed under Chapter 757 of the Wisconsin Statutes and governed by Supreme Court Rule Chapters 75 (Circuit Court Commissioners) 60 (Judicial Code of Ethics) and 32 (Continuing Education for Wisconsin Judiciary). This position is assigned to full-time magistrate duties, including all powers and duties authorized by SCR 75 and all duties and powers of the Register in Probate/Probate Registrar. The most important impact of the position on the organization is its contribution to efficient functioning of the court and various interrelated offices of county government.
SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES You will be successful in this role by completing the following tasks and responsibilities:
Salary Information
Starting salary is $99,798 based on education and experience.
Benefit Highlights Paid Vacation, Health insurance Health insurance Opt Out Plan Dental & Vision insurance, Life insurance Wisconsin Retirement System Health Savings Account Deferred Compensation Program Group Life insurance, Short & Long term disability Employees at Jefferson County Value Competitive Pay, Excellent Benefits Great Coworkers, Flexibility Advancement & Opportunity Family Culture
Job Details
Background check required.
Qualifications
Requirements:
Preferred Requirements:
How To Apply
For a full job description and link to apply online, please visit the County's web site at www.jeffersoncountywi.gov .
Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Explore. Thrive. Belong. Jefferson County is the Heart of the Heartland. We offer the best of Wisconsin living with safe, family oriented, vibrant business and civic communities surrounded by picturesque farmland. Jefferson County is proud of our small-town living options and easy access to major urban centers.
Position Summary
WHAT YOU WILL DO Appointed under Chapter 757 of the Wisconsin Statutes and governed by Supreme Court Rule Chapters 75 (Circuit Court Commissioners) 60 (Judicial Code of Ethics) and 32 (Continuing Education for Wisconsin Judiciary). This position is assigned to full-time magistrate duties, including all powers and duties authorized by SCR 75 and all duties and powers of the Register in Probate/Probate Registrar. The most important impact of the position on the organization is its contribution to efficient functioning of the court and various interrelated offices of county government.
SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES You will be successful in this role by completing the following tasks and responsibilities:
- Presides at hearing in actions affecting the family, including post-judgment hearings involving legal custody, physical placement, child support, and maintenance.
- Presides at paternity proceedings, other proceedings to establish or revise child support, and contempt of court proceedings for failure to pay support.
- Educates the pro se litigants and attorneys on the forms necessary to proceed with action and the purposes of each step of the legal process. Drafts orders, memorandums, and minutes from each hearing.
- Presides at small claims pre-trial and trials.
Salary Information
Starting salary is $99,798 based on education and experience.
Benefit Highlights Paid Vacation, Health insurance Health insurance Opt Out Plan Dental & Vision insurance, Life insurance Wisconsin Retirement System Health Savings Account Deferred Compensation Program Group Life insurance, Short & Long term disability Employees at Jefferson County Value Competitive Pay, Excellent Benefits Great Coworkers, Flexibility Advancement & Opportunity Family Culture
Job Details
Background check required.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Twelve years related experience and/or training
- Juris of
- Wisconsin Bar, licensed attorney
- Valid driver's license
Preferred Requirements:
- Fifteen years or more related experience and/or training
How To Apply
For a full job description and link to apply online, please visit the County's web site at www.jeffersoncountywi.gov .
Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.