Find & Apply For Judge Jobs in Fort Pierce, Florida

Requisition No:

 880296

Agency:

State Courts System

Working Title:

HEARING OFFICER - 22010824

Pay Plan:

State Courts System

Position Number:

 22010824

Salary:

98,488.20

Annually Posting Closing Date:

08/11/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool

POSITION

Hearing Officer - Position Number #010824

LOCATION:

St. Lucie County Courthouse, Fort Pierce, Florida Position also travels to other locations within the Judicial Circuit. (Applicants must reside within the Circuit or be willing to relocate in order to be considered for employment.)

SALARY:

$98,488.20 annually Full-Time; Benefits Package available; FRS Retirement

EFFECTIVE DATE

August 4, 2026 General Description The essential function of the position is to conduct hearings and make determinations on child support matters referred for hearing by family court judges. The position is responsible for setting referred cases for hearing, conducting hearings, making determinations on cases, and preparing reports and recommendations with accompanying orders for the referring judge's signature. The position works independently, reporting major activities through periodic meetings to the Administrative Magistrate. Education, Experience, Certifications and Special Requirements Education - Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required. Experience - Five years of related work experience in the practice of law. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis. Certification and Special Requirements - Requires membership in Good Standing in The Florida Bar. Valid Florida State Driver's License required. How to Apply Applicants should submit the following materials: 1. Cover letter and resume 2. Three writing samples from within the past two years. Click here to apply and upload documents: State of Florida Careers -

People First Application Deadline:

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. If you are a person with a disability who requires a special accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please call the Human Resources Department at (772) 807-4370 (option 6).Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.