Bankruptcy Judge, Middle District of Florida at Tampa Job in Tampa, FL

Vacancy No. DEST-12576405-25-CEB Department U.S. Courts
Salary $223,836.00 to $223,836.00 Grade 00 to 00
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/18/2024 Close Date 11/25/2024
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Locations:
Tampa, FL


Summary

The United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit seeks applications from all highly qualified candidates for a fourteen-year term of appointment as United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Middle District of Florida at Tampa.

Duties

The basic jurisdiction of a bankruptcy judge is specified in Title 28, United States Code and explained in Title 11, United States Code, as well as in 98 Stat. 344, Pub. L. 98-353, Title I, § 120.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must be a citizen of the United States or be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

  • Must be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of at least one state, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and a member in good standing of every other bar of which the applicant is a member.
  • Must (1) possess, and have a reputation for, integrity and good character; (2) possess, and have demonstrated, a commitment to equal justice under the law; (3) possess, and have demonstrated, outstanding legal ability and competence; (4) indicate by demeanor, character, and personality that the applicant would exhibit judicial temperament if appointed; and (5) be of sound physical and mental health sufficient to perform the essential duties of the office.
  • Must not be related by blood or marriage to (1) a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit; (2) a member of the Judicial Council of the Eleventh Circuit; or (3) a judge of the district court to be served, within the degrees specified in section 458 of title 28, United States Code, at the time of the initial appointment.
  • Must have been engaged in the active practice of law for a period of at least five years. The judicial council may consider other suitable legal experience as a substitute for the active practice of law.
  • Must comply with the financial disclosure requirements pursuant to the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, Pub. L No. 95-521, 92 Stat. 1824 (1978) (codified as amended at 5 U.S.C. app. §§ 101-111).

Education

Please see the "Qualifications" section.

Additional information

The United States Courts are Equal Opportunity Employers

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

The best qualified applicant will be selected pursuant to Addendum Six of the Eleventh Circuit Rules. The selection process will be confidential and competitive. Persons shall be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, or disability.

Required Documents

Application.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please submit a completed application to Ms. Ashlyn D. Beck, Circuit Executive, Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, at CA11_Appointments@ca11.uscourts.gov on or before 25 November 2024. Please indicate Bankruptcy Judge - FLMD in the subject line. Application forms are available on the Court's Website at https://www.ca11.uscourts.gov/. Applications must be submitted only by potential nominees. Submission of a completed application will be considered verification of willingness to serve if selected.

Agency contact information

Circuit Executive
Address
US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
56 Forsyth Street, N.W.
Atlanta, GA 30303-2289
US
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Next steps

The most qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.