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The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Virginia is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Chief Deputy Clerk (Type II). This is a senior-level management position reporting directly to the Clerk of Court and requires regular interaction with federal judges, court staff, trustees, members of the bar, other court units, and the public. The court has a headquarters office in Roanoke, one divisional office in Harrisonburg, and supports two bankruptcy judges and a clerk’s office staff of 18 employees.
The Chief Deputy Clerk assists the Clerk of Court in providing leadership, management, and supervision of the Clerk’s Office and assists in the management of the daily functions of the office, including case management, courtroom services, statistical analysis and reporting, information technology, financial management, budget, space and facilities, procurement, human resources, training, and strategic planning. We are looking for a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, an exceptional work ethic, and a proven record of leadership and accomplishment, preferably in a court environment. This position operates with a high degree of autonomy and is critical to overall management, planning, and decision-making within the Clerk’s Office. Inthe absence of the Clerk of Court, the Chief Deputy Clerk assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Clerk of Court.
Courtroom Deputies perform specialized courtroom functions such as electronic court recording, calendaring, taking notes in court proceedings and providing general courtroom assistance. Additional duties include managing the judge’s caseload, attending and logging court proceedings, processing orders and preparing minute entries. This job entails a high level of knowledge regarding courtroom operations.
The court has three judges and 30 other employees, including chambers staff. A new judge and chambers staff will be appointed at the U.S. Courthouse in Tacoma in 2026. This position is located at the federal courthouse in Tacoma, Washington.
Do you enjoy teamwork, service, and being part of something bigger than yourself? If so, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court might be the right place for you. We are publicly funded by regular U.S. taxpayers so, we can’t offer the pay and perks you might find in the private sector. However, what we do offer is steady pay, work-life balance, great health/dental/vision benefits, 11 paid holidays off, paid vacation, sick, and parental leave, one of the best 401(k) plans around with a 5% match, a genuine defined pension, tuition reimbursement, and a free annual public transportation pass. If that’s not enough, you will be part of talented team of people who seek to provide considerate service to those in financial distress. We’re inquisitive, accountable, independent problem solvers. On a scale of 1 to 10, our parties are a solid 7. Can you get us to an 8? Please apply! The Court is part of the judicial branch, one of the three separate branches of the federal government. The federal judiciary includes all United States courts. Learn more about the United States Courts here. In the judiciary, we set our own employment policies, value our employees' individualism, and continue to strive towards a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. The Clerk’s Office supports the Court by providing effective and efficient administrative and case management assistance to the Court’s judicial officers, as well as to all others requiring our services. The Operations Support Clerk performs a variety of duties, including receiving, filing, and maintaining files for the Court while assisting customers inquiring about case information, filing documents, and requesting document copies. This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and is located in the Clerk’s Office in Denver. This role is public facing and includes significant customer interaction; therefore, telework is not available. This position is not based in a courtroom.
Do you enjoy teamwork, service, and being part of something bigger than yourself? If so, the U.S. District Court might be the right place for you. We are publicly funded by people just like you and me – U.S. taxpayers – so, we can’t offer pay and perks you might find in the private sector. However, what we do offer is steady pay, work-life balance, great health/dental/vision benefits, 11 paid holidays off, one of the best 401(k) plans around with a 5% match, a genuine defined pension, tuition reimbursement, telework and a free annual public transportation pass. If that’s not enough, you will be part of providing equal access to justice for all.
We are a part of the judicial branch, one of the three separate branches of the federal government. We independently set our own employment policies such as remote work and performance management. We value our employees' individualism and continue to strive towards a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
The Clerk’s Office of the United States District Court for the District of Colorado is accepting applications for a Courtroom Deputy position. Courtroom Deputies are available for assignment to courtroom and case management duties for all judicial officers in a relief capacity, but this position will primarily support Magistrate Judge Kathryn A. Starnella.
Position Overview: This position is located in the Bankruptcy Court’s Clerk’s Office in St. Louis, Missouri. The Information Technology Support Specialist configures, installs, maintains and monitors the Court’s endpoint devices. The incumbent provides technical advice in solving computer hardware and software problems. The incumbent is a member of the Information Technology staff and reports to the Information Services Manager and the Assistant Information Services Manager.
The Chief Deputy of Operations is a senior executive-level position reporting directly to the Clerk of Court. This role regularly interacts with federal judges, high-level officials, court staff, litigants, members of the bar, and the public, and is responsible for the management and administration of court operations. The Chief Deputy of Operations provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Clerk’s Office Operations Department, which consists of approximately 75 staff members, 10 supervisors and managers across four court locations. The Operations Department includes case processing (intake, docketing, & quality control), records management, attorney admissions, courtroom operations (courtroom deputies, interpreters & court reporters), and jury administration.
The Ninth Circuit Court Libraries are currently accepting applications for a Library Assistant in our San Francisco District Court location.
The Ninth Circuit Library system serves all the federal courts within the jurisdiction of the Ninth Circuit, including more than 400 judges in the Circuit, district, and bankruptcy courts. The Library system includes a headquarters library in San Francisco and approximately 20 staffed branch locations.
The Library Assistant is based in the Phillip Burton Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse in San Francisco, California and assists the San Francisco District Branch Librarians with library operations, including both public and technical library services. Under the direction of the Branch Librarian, the Library Assistant will manage maintenance of the library’s print collection and will also serve as a point of contact for judges and court staff as well as for other library visitors. Library personnel at the San Francisco District Branch also maintain the San Jose Branch Library and a reading room in Oakland. Accordingly, the successful candidate will regularly travel to San Jose and Oakland and occasionally travel to other library locations within the Ninth Circuit to assist with collection maintenance and to provide additional support.
The Ninth Circuit Court Libraries are currently accepting applications for a Library Assistant in Los Angeles (including Pasadena).
The Ninth Circuit Library system serves all the federal courts within the jurisdiction of the Ninth Circuit, including more than 400 judges in the Circuit, district, and bankruptcy courts. The Library system includes a headquarters library in San Francisco and approximately 20 staffed branch locations.
The Library Assistant is based in the Edward R. Roybal Federal Building and Courthouse in Los Angeles, California and assists the Los Angeles Librarians with library operations, including both public and technical library services. The Library Assistant will manage maintenance of the library’s print collection and will also serve as a point of contact for judges and court staff as well as for other library visitors. Additionally, the Los Angeles Branch maintains library space at the First Street U.S. Courthouse in Los Angeles; and the Ninth Circuit Library system includes a Pasadena location at the Richard H. Chambers Court of Appeals Building. The successful candidate will regularly travel to these other local library locations and occasionally travel to other library locations within the Ninth Circuit to assist with collection maintenance and to provide additional support.
The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas is a public service-oriented organization focused on providing exceptional customer service to the court, members of the legal community and the general public. Currently, we are seeking an innovative and experienced individual to serve as an Assistant Deputy in Charge for the U.S. District Court - Sherman Division. There are seven offices within the Eastern District of Texas: Beaumont, Lufkin, Marshall, Plano, Sherman, Texarkana and Tyler.
The IT Intern - Help Desk assists with end-user IT Help Desk support including assisting with installing, monitoring and maintaining the court’s hardware and software. The specific duties of the IT Intern - Help Desk include, but are not limited to the following: Responding to day-to-day IT Help Desk activity as well as log all activity and resolutions via ticketing system; performing remote troubleshooting through diagnostic techniques and pertinent questions; aid in the deployment of court computing systems and mobile devices; maintaining contact with other automation court personnel for the purpose of remaining knowledgeable of developments, techniques.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a Bankruptcy Judgeship for the District of Arizona beginning April 27, 2026. This position is available on or after January 31, 2027. The selection process may take up to 18 months to complete. The official duty station for this position is Tucson, Arizona.
Have you wondered how your technical skills and talents could make a difference and aid others? The mission of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California is to serve the most populous and diverse judicial district in the country by providing bankruptcy relief, fair and impartial justice, and a prompt and efficient resolution of disputes. The Court is seeking an Automation Support Technician to help harness the potential of technology to further the mission of the court and meet evolving needs of judges, staff and the public.
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona is seeking a self-motivated team player to join our Operations Team in Phoenix, AZ! The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrate strong desktop proficiency, and bring exceptional problem-solving abilities and a solid work ethic.
This position primarily supports court operations and provides assistance with courtroom services, as needed. Working as part of the Operations Team, the selected candidate will handle a wide range of court support responsibilities. Core duties include front counter customer service, docketing, case management of bankruptcy cases, preparing reports, and providing courtroom services, including but not limited to, electronic court recording and relief Courtroom Deputy coverage.
Candidates will find the U.S. Bankruptcy Court to be a fantastic opportunity to start or expand their career within the federal judiciary, offering a stable, positive, and professional work environment, a competitive salary range, and comprehensive federal benefits. This position
The United States District Court and the Probation and Pretrial Services Office is recruiting for one or more well-organized, detail-oriented individual(s) who like the challenge of variety and possesses excellent time management skills. The incumbent manages the judicial officer’s caseload and provides courtroom and other assistance through management of court calendars, attending court proceedings, recording pertinent results for minutes and drafting judgments. Incumbent will perform data quality control on electronically filed documents by attorneys and perform limited docketing of orders and other documents for chambers staff. This position reports to the Courtroom Deputy Supervisor.
The United States District Clerk’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas is a public service organization focused on providing exceptional customer service to the court, members of the legal community and the general public. Currently, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to serve as a Procurement Specialist. There are seven Clerk’s Offices within the Eastern District of Texas: Beaumont, Lufkin, Marshall, Plano, Sherman, Texarkana, and Tyler.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a Bankruptcy Judgeship for the Eastern District of Washington. This position is available on or after September 18, 2027. The selection process may take up to 18 months to complete. The official duty station for this position is Spokane, Washington.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a Bankruptcy Judgeship for the Southern District of California beginning March 16, 2026. This position is available immediately; however, the selection process may take up to 18 months to co-mplete. The official duty station for this position is San Diego, California.