In the local court district of Nieder-Roden, the position of head judge is to be filled. As a rule, the term of office is 10 years. The position of head of the local court is held on an honorary basis. The duties of the local court consist of the authentication of signatures and copies, the issuing of death notifications, the securing of estates, co-operation in the determination and maintenance of property boundaries and the valuation of land. The main task of the head clerk is to hold weekly office hours. The personal requirements for appointment to the position of head are as follows: He/she must be resident in the district of the local court and should enjoy general trust and be experienced in life and of good repute. He/she should be familiar with the valuation of real estate, must not be engaged in the business of dealing with the legal affairs of others and must not be admitted as a lawyer or notary. Applications must be submitted in writing by 4 April, together with a curriculum vitae, details of professional qualifications and a police clearance certificate no more than three months old. Interested parties should send their application to the Rodgau City Council, Department 1, Legal Affairs and Committees, Hintergasse 15, 63110 Rodgau.
