Job Details for U.S. Magistrate Judge
| Court Name/Organization | Indiana Southern District Court |
| Overview of the Position | The duties of the position are demanding and wide-ranging, involving both civil and criminal case responsibilities: (1) conduct most preliminary proceedings in criminal cases; (2) trial and disposition of misdemeanor cases; (3) conduct mediation and settlement proceedings in civil cases; (4) conduct various other pretrial matters and evidentiary proceedings on delegation of the Judges of the District Court; and (5) trial and disposition of civil cases upon consent of the litigants. The basic authority of a U.S. Magistrate Judge is specified in 28 U.S.C. § 636. |
| Location | Indianapolis, IN |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 10/09/2026 - 11/23/2026 |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Salary | Starting: $229,908 |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.insd.uscourts.gov/employment-opportunities |
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