In a recent push to invigorate local juvenile justice, the City of Westlake Ohio Police Department has announced a call for a new volunteer magistrate. The position will have pivotal responsibilities in overseeing the Westlake Juvenile Diversion Program, which aims to offer an alternative to the formal court process for young offenders in the community. According to a social media post by the City of Westlake Ohio Police Department, the program is centered around accountability and positive development.
The opportunity is ideal for local legal professionals who are looking to deeply impact their community by helping to shape the lives of its young inhabitants. The requirements for the position are straightforward: candidates must be residents of Westlake and should be attorneys in good standing with the Supreme Court of Ohio, whether on Active or Inactive status. Interested individuals are strongly encouraged to quickly apply by emailing their resume along with a letter of intent to Mary Kalassay, the Juvenile Diversion Youth Coordinator.
For those looking for additional information or having queries, the Westlake Police Department has made contact details available. Tracy Heberle, Esq. can be reached at the provided phone number to answer questions potential applicants might have about the role. With community service at the heart of this initiative, the impact of the volunteer magistrate is poised to be significant, influencing not just the lives of the youth they will work with but the fabric of the community at large.
