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  • Digital Court Reporter
    Digital Court Reporting - $20/hr
  • General Magistrate
    Family - 107,550.00/yr
  • Judicial Staff Attorney
    Criminal Division - 66,830/yr

Digital Court Reporter

The 13th Judicial Circuit of Florida is looking for a talented individual that can fill the role of Digital Court Reporter. 

SUMMARY: The position is responsible for digitally recording, annotating and indexing the multi-media courtrecord of proceedings, hearings and trials for the 13th Judicial Circuit.

  • High School diploma or GED. Relevant legal or digital court reporting experience preferred.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Sociology, etc.

  • Monitor, annotate and index the multi-media court record of all digitally recorded court proceedings, hearings and trials for the purpose of producing verbatim non-appellate and appellate transcripts by the digital trnscription service provider.
  • Perform tests of digital court recording equipment located within the courtroom to ensure the equipment works properly prior to the start of all court proceedings; advise supervisor and helpdesk of improperly functioning equipment.
  • Monitor audio quality and clarity and audio recordings of court proceedings, hearings and trials whether one-toone, remotely or centralized. Annotate the court record.
  • Provide playback of portions of the audio record while on and off the record.
  • Process approved CD audio record requests from public/private attorneys and the public of specified court proceedings in a professional manner.

  • Excellent organizational skills required. Knowledge of legal terminology used in a court of law. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to operate and troubleshoot the digital court reporting system utilized by the 13th circuit, including the emergency back-up system and system(s) which interface with other electronic courtroom systems. Incumbent must be professional in all regards.

 

TO APPLY: Submit 1) cover letter, 2) resume, 3) current State of Florida Application and Addendum (located only at www.fljud13.org) in (1) PDF file via email to recruiting@fljud13.org. APPLICATION PACKETS MUST INCLUDE THE 3 REQUIREMENTS ABOVE TO BE SCREENED FOR POTENTIAL INTERVIEW.

NOTICE: Please note that future vacancies in this same classification may be filled as a result of this recruitment. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Requests for ADA accommodation to participate in the application/selection process should be directed to (813) 272-6330.

Closing Date: Recruit Until Filled
Classification: Contractual
Title: Digital Court Reporter
Department: Digital Court Reporting
Salary: $20/hr
   Mailing Address
Administrative Office of the Courts
800 E. Twiggs Street
Tampa, FL 33602
  Email
recruiting@fljud13.org

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General Magistrate 

The 13th Judicial Circuit of Florida is looking for a talented individual that can fill the role of General Magistrate

SUMMARY: General Magistrates are quasi-judicial officers who conduct hearings on post-judgement family matters, administer oaths, take testimony and evaluate evidence as authorized by the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure 12.490 and 12.491.


Family General Magistrates prepare recommended orders and written reports that include findings of fact and conclusions of law for judicial consideration. General Magistrates perform their duties under the supervision of the administrative judge. General Magistrates perform their duties and work assignments with a substantial degree of discretion and independent judgment within the framework of state and federal laws; family law rules; and case law. The position requires knowledge of Chapter 61 of the Florida Statutes and the Family Law Rules of Procedure.


  • EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of substantive Family law experience.
  • EDUCATION: Juris Doctorate and member of The Florida Bar in good standing for five years.

  • Conduct hearings in post-judgment family law cases as authorized by the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure 12.490 and 12.491.
  • Prepare recommended orders and written reports that include findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommendations for judicial consideration.
  • Family general magistrates will submit a recommended order to the assigned judge within 60 days from the date of hearing and will maintain a log of cases consistent with Administrative Order S-2025-006 on any cases held under advisement by the general magistrate.
  • Research legal issues. Provide administrative support to the family law divisions. Establish and implement policies necessary to accomplish the goals of the family divisions in accordance with state and federal laws, rules of procedure, case law, and circuit administrative orders.
  • Monitor changes in legislation and case law in order to identify and plan for needed changes in general magistrate operations.
  • Attend or conduct staff and other professional meetings.
  • Supervise an administrative assistant and ensure that administrative functions are accomplished in a timely manner.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.
  • Ability to supervise and direct the work of administrative support staff.
  • Knowledge of statutes, rules, and case law.
  • Knowledge of the Florida State Court system.
  • Ability to grasp, comprehend, and analyze complex legal issues and complicated factual details, and make well-reasoned findings and recommendations.
  • Ability to prioritize and make efficient use of time.
  • Ability to exercise discretion and to exercise good judgment in dealing with the general public.
  • Ability to maintain an impartial and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to exercise objectivity, discretion, and confidentiality as to all court matters.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Incumbent must be professional in all regards.

Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays, comprehensive health and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits, supplemental dental, vision, life, disability and hospitalization insurance, tuition-free college courses, Florida Retirement System (FRS) eligibility, 457 Tax Deferred Retirement Plan.

 

TO APPLY SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING: 1) cover letter, 2) resume, 3) current State of Florida Application and Addendum (located only at www.fljud13.org) in (1) PDF file via email to recruiting@fljud13.org.

NOTICE: Please note that future vacancies in this same classification may be filled as a result of this recruitment. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Requests for ADA accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, should be directed to (813) 272-6330.

Posting Date: July 1, 2026
Closing Date: August 12, 2026
Classification: Staff
Title: General Magistrate
Department: Family
Salary: $107,550.00/yr
Position: # 010527
FLSA: Excluded
Pay Grade: 131
State-Funded Position
   Mailing Address
Administrative Office of the Courts
800 E. Twiggs Street
Tampa, FL 33602
  Email
recruiting@fljud13.org

Apply

Judicial Staff Attorney 

The 13th Judicial Circuit of Florida is seeking to fill a judicial staff attorney position in Tampa, Florida. The successful applicant will join a team of experienced staff attorneys in assisting state court circuit and county judges with legal research, drafting of proposed orders and other related assignments. The position is expected to be assigned to the Criminal Division assisting with both pretrial and post-conviction matters.

Applicants must possess excellent research, writing, proofreading and communication skills. Applicants must also exhibit strong organizational and time management skills and be able to effectively prioritize pending assignments. Discretion, honesty and confidentiality in handling matters before the court are essential.

Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school or enrollment in the final semester or quarter of law school is a requirement for applying. If the successful applicant is not a member of The Florida Bar at the time of hire, she or he must become a Florida Bar member within one year of the hire date.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and a résumé that includes law school class rank. Applicants may also submit a State of Florida employment application and recommendation letters but these items are not required at this time. All application materials should be submitted in one PDF document attachment sent to the circuit’s Legal Department at the following address: RecruitmentLegalDepartment@fljud13.org. Materials will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

If an accommodation is needed to participate in the application process, please call (813) 272-6330 or use the Florida Relay Service (TTY): 1-800-955-8771, in advance.

Posting Date: July 6, 2026
Classification: Staff
Title: Judicial Staff Attorney
Department: Criminal Division
Salary: $66,830.00/yr (Florida Bar member)
$60,330.00/yr  (awaiting Florida Bar member )
   Mailing Address
Administrative Office of the Courts
800 E. Twiggs Street
Tampa, FL 33602
  Email
RecruitmentLegalDepartment@fljud13.org

Judicial Staff Attorney 

The 13th Judicial Circuit of Florida is seeking to fill a judicial staff attorney position in Tampa, Florida. The successful applicant will join a team of experienced staff attorneys in assisting state court circuit and county judges with legal research, drafting of proposed orders and other related assignments. The position is expected to be assigned to the Criminal Division assisting with both pretrial and post-conviction matters.

Applicants must possess excellent research, writing, proofreading and communication skills. Applicants must also exhibit strong organizational and time management skills and be able to effectively prioritize pending assignments. Discretion, honesty and confidentiality in handling matters before the court are essential.

Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school or enrollment in the final semester or quarter of law school is a requirement for applying. If the successful applicant is not a member of The Florida Bar at the time of hire, she or he must become a Florida Bar member within one year of the hire date.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and a résumé that includes law school class rank. Applicants may also submit a State of Florida employment application and recommendation letters but these items are not required at this time. All application materials should be submitted in one PDF document attachment sent to the circuit’s Legal Department at the following address: RecruitmentLegalDepartment@fljud13.org. Materials will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

If an accommodation is needed to participate in the application process, please call (813) 272-6330 or use the Florida Relay Service (TTY): 1-800-955-8771, in advance.

Posting Date: July 6, 2026
Classification: Staff
Title: Judicial Staff Attorney
Department: Criminal Division
Salary: $66,830.00/yr (Florida Bar member)
$60,330.00/yr  (awaiting Florida Bar member )
   Mailing Address
Administrative Office of the Courts
800 E. Twiggs Street
Tampa, FL 33602
  Email
RecruitmentLegalDepartment@fljud13.org