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The Chief Deputy of Administration is a senior management position which reports directly to the clerk of court. The Chief Deputy of Administration works closely with the Clerk of Court and the Chief Deputy Clerk (Type II) to provide leadership, management, and supervision of all clerk’s office staff. The Bankruptcy clerk’s office has 24 employees and supports two bankruptcy judges. The Chief Deputy of Administration also provides primary oversight of the following areas: human resources, finance and budget, procurement, office scheduling, and goal setting. The Middle District of Alabama also has two other divisions (unmanned)—one in Opelika, Alabama, and one in Dothan, Alabama. Travel throughout the district is required. Additional travel may be required to Washington, DC, and to other locations.
The United States District Court and the Probation and Pretrial Services Office is recruiting for a well-organized, detail-oriented individual who possesses exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills and enjoys working with the public. This position reports to the Case Processing Supervisor.
This position is located in the Operations Division of the Clerk’s Office of the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia. The Courtroom Deputy reports to the Courtroom Deputy Supervisor. The Courtroom Deputy will be assigned to an Article III Judge.
The incumbent will have daily contact with the staff of the Clerk’s Office, the public, and the bar and will perform a full range of duties.
Situational telework may be available; however, this is not a full-time telework position.
Qualified individuals for this “at will” position must submit the following:
- A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements
- AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov)
- A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and skills
Failure to submit a complete and signed cover letter, AO-78, and resume will result in immediate disqualification. Description of Work section of the AO-78 must be completed to include salary information. Indicating “see resume” is not acceptable. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered, returned or retained. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and must travel at their own expense. One application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement.
Applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to:
United States District and Bankruptcy Courts
Attn: Human Resources (2023-15)
333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2712
Washington, DC 20001
Or via e-mail to: DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov
For questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 202-354-3200. For a full list of vacancies, please see our website: https://www.dcd.uscourts.gov/employment.
This position is located in the Administrative Services Division Financial Department of the Clerk's Office of the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia. The Financial Specialist reports to the Financial Administrator.
The Financial Specialist is responsible for assisting in the support of the financial operations of the court. This work requires processing a high volume of financial transactions, interpreting and applying complex rules and regulations, maintaining a high level of processing accuracy, attention to detail and timeliness, and providing excellent customer service.
The incumbent has daily contact with the judges, court managers and staff, Administrative Office personnel, attorneys, bank personnel, and the general public and will perform a full range of duties.
Situational telework may be available; however, this is not a full-time telework position.
Qualified individuals for this “at will” position must submit the following:
- A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements
- AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov)
- A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and skills
Failure to submit a complete and signed cover letter, AO-78, and resume will result in immediate disqualification. Description of Work section of the AO-78 must be completed to include salary information. Indicating “see resume” is not acceptable. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered, returned or retained. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and must travel at their own expense. One application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement.
Applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to:
United States District and Bankruptcy Courts
Attn: Human Resources (2023-15)
333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2712
Washington, DC 20001
Or via e-mail to: DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov
For questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 202-354-3200. For a full list of vacancies, please see our website: https://www.dcd.uscourts.gov/employment.
This position is located in the Clerk’s Office of the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia. The Systems and Network Administrator provides day-to-day operational support for Microsoft, Cisco, and VMware based information technology infrastructure, including Windows servers and Active Directory. The incumbent ensures effective and efficient server maintenance and operations workflow and practices to help improve availability and performance of systems and dependent environments. The incumbent reports directly to the Director of Information Technology.
Situational telework may be available; however, this is not a full-time telework position.
Qualified individuals for this “at will” position must submit the following:
- A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements
- AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov)
- A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and skills
Failure to submit a complete and signed cover letter, AO-78, and resume will result in immediate disqualification. Description of Work section of the AO-78 must be completed to include salary information. Indicating “see resume” is not acceptable. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered, returned or retained. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and must travel at their own expense. One application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement.
Applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to:
United States District and Bankruptcy Courts
Attn: Human Resources (2023-15)
333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2712
Washington, DC 20001
Or via e-mail to: DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov
For questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 202-354-3200. For a full list of vacancies, please see our website: https://www.dcd.uscourts.gov/employment.
This position is located in the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia Clerk’s Office Operations Division and reports to the Operations Supervisor. Case administrators assigned cashiering, fees, or receipting responsibilities will obtain guidance from their supervisor, who may seek assistance from the Financial Administrator for any questions concerning financial policy or procedures.
The incumbent is responsible for making summary entries and performing data quality control in the court’s Electronic Case Filing System (ECF). The incumbent receives and reviews the documents to ensure the integrity, quality and efficiency of the electronic database. Incumbent will utilize his/her knowledge of bankruptcy, civil and criminal laws, concepts and principles to assist in case management and ensure that automated entries are accurate. High volume public interaction, via a telephone and in person, is required to answer inquires on case status and other related matters. Additionally, incumbent will review and examine electronically filed documents for processing, have clerical duties related to processing legal documents and provide top quality service to our internal/external customers. The incumbent will also be responsible for coordinating attorney admissions and naturalization ceremonies and serve as the primary cashier for the Clerk’s Office.
Situational telework may be available; however, this is not a full-time telework position.
Qualified individuals for this “at will” position must submit the following:
- A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements
- AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov)
- A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and skills
Failure to submit a complete and signed cover letter, AO-78, and resume will result in immediate disqualification. Description of Work section of the AO-78 must be completed to include salary information. Indicating “see resume” is not acceptable. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered, returned or retained. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and must travel at their own expense. One application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement.
Applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to:
United States District and Bankruptcy Courts
Attn: Human Resources (2023-15)
333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2712
Washington, DC 20001
Or via e-mail to: DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov
For questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 202-354-3200. For a full list of vacancies, please see our website: https://www.dcd.uscourts.gov/employment.
This position is located in the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia Clerk’s Office Administrative Services Division and reports to the Chief Deputy of Administration.
The Court Services Coordinator oversees the assignment and reassignment of court reporters, contract court reporters, and in some cases assist with the assignment of courtroom deputies, ensuring a fair and equitable distribution of workload with respect to hours and days in court for official court reporters and courtroom deputies. The incumbent monitors the production of transcripts to ensure compliance with production time and cost requirement policies.
Situational telework may be available; however, this is not a full-time telework position.
Qualified individuals for this “at will” position must submit the following:
- A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements
- AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov)
- A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and skills
Failure to submit a complete and signed cover letter, AO-78, and resume will result in immediate disqualification. Description of Work section of the AO-78 must be completed to include salary information. Indicating “see resume” is not acceptable. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered, returned or retained. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and must travel at their own expense. One application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement.
Applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to:
United States District and Bankruptcy Courts
Attn: Human Resources (2023-15)
333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2712
Washington, DC 20001
Or via e-mail to: DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov
For questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 202-354-3200. For a full list of vacancies, please see our website: https://www.dcd.uscourts.gov/employment.
The Special Assistant to the Clerk position is located in the Office of the Clerk of Court for the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia and reports to the Clerk of Court. The Special Assistant to the Clerk provides administrative services essential to the direction and efficient operation of the Office of the Clerk of Court. The employee performs and coordinates administrative, technical, and professional work related to multiple administrative functions including ensuring compliance with appropriate guidelines, policies, and approved internal controls.
Situational telework may be available; however, this is not a full-time telework position.
Qualified individuals for this “at will” position must submit the following:
- A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements
- AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov)
- A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and skills
Failure to submit a complete and signed cover letter, AO-78, and resume will result in immediate disqualification. Description of Work section of the AO-78 must be completed to include salary information. Indicating “see resume” is not acceptable. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered, returned or retained. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and must travel at their own expense. One application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement.
Applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to:
United States District and Bankruptcy Courts
Attn: Human Resources (2023-15)
333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2712
Washington, DC 20001
Or via e-mail to: DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov
For questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 202-354-3200. For a full list of vacancies, please see our website: https://www.dcd.uscourts.gov/employment.
This position is located in the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia Clerk’s Office Administrative Services Division, Procurement and Facilities Department, and reports to the Property and Procurement Administrator. The Procurement and Facilities Specialist works in a five-person office that performs and coordinates administrative, technical, and professional work related to ensuring that court units are supplied with the materials, equipment, and services required to function optimally. The incumbent assists in performing day-to-day building management issues and space and facilities projects, serves as the back up to the Property and Procurement Administrator, and acts as their alter ego in their absence. The incumbent also ensures compliance with the appropriate guidelines, policies, and approved internal controls.
Situational telework may be available; however, this is not a full-time telework position.
Qualified individuals for this “at will” position must submit the following:
- A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements
- AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov)
- A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and skills
Failure to submit a complete and signed cover letter, AO-78, and resume will result in immediate disqualification. Description of Work section of the AO-78 must be completed to include salary information. Indicating “see resume” is not acceptable. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered, returned or retained. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and must travel at their own expense. One application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement.
Applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to:
United States District and Bankruptcy Courts
Attn: Human Resources (2023-15)
333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2712
Washington, DC 20001
Or via e-mail to: DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov
For questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 202-354-3200. For a full list of vacancies, please see our website: https://www.dcd.uscourts.gov/employment.
This position is located in the Clerk’s Office of the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia. The Programmer/Systems Administrator provides analysis of user needs and the current/future equipment and resource needs of the court. The incumbent is responsible for the design, development, and support of application software, and takes a lead role involving software development with multiple programming languages, such as Linux Operating System, shell scripts, Perl, HTML, and Java languages. The Programmer/Systems Administrator manages and deploys databases; develops complex project plans; manages resources to ensure that projects are completed on time, on budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders; and is the systems administrator for CM/ECF.
Situational telework may be available; however, this is not a full-time telework position.
Qualified individuals for this “at will” position must submit the following:
- A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements
- AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov)
- A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and skills
Failure to submit a complete and signed cover letter, AO-78, and resume will result in immediate disqualification. Description of Work section of the AO-78 must be completed to include salary information. Indicating “see resume” is not acceptable. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered, returned or retained. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and must travel at their own expense. One application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement.
Applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to:
United States District and Bankruptcy Courts
Attn: Human Resources (2023-15)
333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2712
Washington, DC 20001
Or via e-mail to: DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov
For questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 202-354-3200. For a full list of vacancies, please see our website: https://www.dcd.uscourts.gov/employment.