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The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Iowa is seeking a senior level executive with experience as an administrator of a diverse and innovative organization to serve as the Bankruptcy Court’s Clerk of Court. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, along with a proven record of leadership and accomplishment are required, preferably in a federal court or law-related environment. The Clerk of Court for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Iowa works in collaboration with and reports directly to the Chief Bankruptcy Judge. This position is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
highly qualified Financial Administrator. This position is located in the Bankruptcy Clerk’s Office in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and reports to the Chief Deputy. The Financial Administrator performs and coordinates administrative, analytical, technical, and professional work related to financial and accounting activities of the court. Incumbents in this position provide support for the court regarding financial and budget matters, manage the day-to-day financial and accounting operations of the court, and oversee the financial operation and preparation of the unit’s budget. The Financial Administrator ensures the court’s compliance with internal controls and regulations affecting financial and budget processes and their interaction with other court processes. The Financial Administrator prepares, updates, and analyzes a variety of accounting records, financial statements, and budget reports; oversees and assists with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities; develops recommendations regarding procedures for improvements, and assists with policy development regarding financial and budget matters. The incumbent oversees the work of financial and procurement support staff and serves as Team Lead.
The position is located in the District Court headquarters office in St. Louis, MO. This position is a shared position between the Procurement and Finance department which requires the incumbent to provide back-up coverage to multiple positions within each department. This position provides support to the District Court Clerk’s Office, Chambers, Probation and Pretrial Services agencies.
The Procurement & Finance Specialist will assist in the preparation and negotiation of specifications, solicitations, purchase orders, and terms of agreement. In conjunction with the supervisor(s), incumbents conduct in-depth research, analyze options, and communicate the results on matters that take into consideration finance, procurement and facility/building issues. Procurement & Finance Specialists implement, coordinate, monitor, and improve space and facilities and conduct activities that support the functioning of the court. Incumbents ensure adequate supplies, working equipment, and a safe and clean working environment. This position will also perform accounting and financial activities and ensure the accountability of funds collected, deposited, distributed, and disbursed. Procurement & Finance Specialists ensure accuracy and completeness of data, quality of service, and compliance with internal controls, government requirements, regulations, and policies, while preventing legal or personal liability against the court unit executive, and the employee. Assess requests for goods and services, ensuring they are allowable under limitations, restrictions, and policies. Verify that accounts have funds available for items being purchased.
The Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a Bankruptcy Judgeship for the Western District of Washington. This position is available immediately; however, the selection process may take up to 18 months to complete. The official duty station for this position is Tacoma, Washington.
The United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois is accepting applications for the position of Network Administrator reporting directly to the Information Services Director. This position is located in the Rock Island divisional office.
The Network Administrator provides technical support to the court in a wide range of areas, including, assisting with the installation and support of network and computer hardware and software platforms, computer security, routine and complex troubleshooting, and providing support for technology projects. This position will provide support to end users district wide, as needed. In addition, this position will provide support for all courtroom technology in the Rock Island division and assist in other divisions as needed.
The United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia is recruiting for a Courtroom Technology Specialist to join its Clerk’s Office team. The team works in a dynamic, fast-paced environment serving both a District Court often referred to as the second most important in the nation given the vast number of high-profile cases over which the judges preside and a Bankruptcy Court constantly leveraging technology for the benefit of customers. The ideal candidate is a mature, self-motivated, career-oriented professional eager to grow with us, and the federal judiciary as a whole. The candidate must also share in the Clerk’s Office’s Vision and Mission of “providing exceptional service while upholding the administration of justice.” Finally, to assist you in achieving all your career goals with us, we offer our staff tuition assistance as the budget allows. Please see the Benefits section of this announcement for additional benefits.
The Deputy Director of Workplace Relations (DDWR) is an expert on workplace conduct matters for judges, court unit executives (CUEs) and judiciary employees. The DDWR works with the Director of Workplace Relations (DWR) to initiate and direct conflict resolution, voluntary mediation, and to provide expert guidance of the formal EDR complaint process throughout the circuit. The DDWR functions with a high degree of independence and discretion, with broad direction from the DWR. The DDWR also plays an important leadership role in the Office of Workplace Relations (OWR), overseeing the work of the Office and its staff as designated or as directed by the DWR.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a Bankruptcy Judgeship for the Northern District of California. This position will be available May 17, 2026. The selection process may take up to 18 months to complete. The official duty station for this position is Oakland, California.
The Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for two bankruptcy judgeships for the Eastern District of California. These positions are available after August 31, 2025; however, the selection process may take up to 18 months to complete. The official duty stations for these positions are Sacramento, California.
The Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for multiple bankruptcy judgeships for the Central District of California. These positions are available immediately; however, the selection process may take up to 18 months to complete. The official duty stations for these positions are Riverside, California.
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of California is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Administrative Manager. Under general direction of the Chief Deputy and Clerk of Court (Clerk), the Administrative Manager is part of the Clerk’s Senior Management Team that includes the Clerk, Chief Deputy, and IT Manager. The position has regular interaction with federal judges, high-level officials, court staff members, the public, and with various federal agencies. As part of the Central Staff, the Administrative Manager is responsible for managing the business functions of court administration, including budget and finance, procurement, space and facilities, emergency management and human resources. The position operates with a high degree of independence within the policy directives of the Clerk and Chief Deputy.
Travel inside and outside of the District is required, including to the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts in Washington, D.C., to other court units, and to attend conferences in other U.S. cities.
The Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a Bankruptcy Judgeship for the District of Hawaii. This position will be available September 1, 2026. The selection process may take up to 18 months to complete. The official duty station for this position is Honolulu, Hawaii.