Municipal Judge

The City of Fort Worth(1 month ago)

OnsiteFull TimeSenior$122,980 - $122,980Municipal Court

About this role

The City of Fort Worth is seeking a full-time Municipal Court Judge for the Municipal Court of Record Division to serve primarily at the Belknap Detention Center. The appointed judge will work the Arraignment Court 1st shift (12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.), be on-duty/on-call 24/7, and is appointed by City Council for a two-year term. The position requires residence in Fort Worth at appointment and maintenance of CJIS eligibility.

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Required Skills

Legal Research
Court Procedures
Trial Management
Warrant Issuance
Bail Setting
Jury Instruction
Case Review
Decision Making
Conflict Resolution
Time Management

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Qualifications

Juris Doctorate
2+ Years Legal Experience
Texas Attorney License
Member State Bar Of Texas
US Citizenship
Fort Worth Residency
CJIS Eligibility

About The City of Fort Worth

fortworthtexas.gov

The City of Fort Worth is the municipal government for Fort Worth, Texas—ranked the 11th largest and one of the fastest‑growing cities in the U.S., home to more than one million residents. It provides core city services including public safety, utilities, transportation and infrastructure, planning and development, parks and recreation, and community programs for residents and businesses. The city also supports economic development, civic engagement, and online access to services and information through its official website and digital tools.

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