Associate Judge

The Dougherty County Juvenile Court is hiring for an Associate Judge. Works with local school systems, district attorney's offices, public defender's offices, mental health providers and stakeholders in the community to provide the services, supervision, resources and representation as required by statute. This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings. • Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. • Coordinates assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed. • Conducts hearings as assigned by the Juvenile Court Judge. • Participates in National, State and Local organizations and events. • Speak and makes presentations to community organizations and schools as a representative of the Juvenile Court. • Serves in the absence of the Juvenile Court Judge. • Performs related work as assigned. • Juris Doctorate. • Five (5) years of legal experience. • The Associate Judge shall participate in yearly training as set out in O. C. G. A. 15- 11- 21. • The Associate Judge shall not engage in any practice of law, in any Juvenile Court pursuant to O. C. G. A. 15- 11- 18(g). Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. • Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. • None Special Certifications And Licenses: • Must be at least thirty (30) years of age and a citizen of George for at least three (3) years. • Must be a member of the State Bar of Georgia in good standing. • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history. PLEASE PROVIDE COPIES OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT, DRIVER’S LICENSE, DEGREE(S) AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S). RESUMES ARE RECOMMENDED AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION BUT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION. Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance: Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Essential Safety Functions: It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Supplemental Information: Application Deadline: Beginning Friday, May 29, 2026 through Monday, June 29, 2026. SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST PASS A DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL SCREENING AND PASS BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION. DOUGHERTY COUNTY HAS A NO SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GEORGIA SMOKE FREE AIR ACT OF 2005. DOUGHERTY COUNTY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. E Q U A L O P P O R T U N I T Y E M P L O Y E R Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook @ Dougherty County Commission Human Resources