• Processes new case files. Verifies the statistical opening information in the court's automated system for accurately reporting cases to the Administrative Office. Ensures event codes are entered accurately. Assigns judge and/or magistrate judge to cases.
• Determines fees required. Informs filers or customers of required fees. Receives payments and issues receipts. Secures funds in cash register and balances cash drawer at the end of the day. Processes credit card payments.
• Verifies attorney's authority to practice in the court and takes appropriate action if any discrepancies exist.
• Utilizes the court's automated system to timely and accurately docket documents, orders, and judgments in accordance with specified docketing procedures.
• Performs quality control on all electronically filed civil and criminal documents using system generated reports to ensure compliance with federal and local rules, practices, and filing requirements. Notifies attorneys or filers of errors and deficient filings. Relies on the court's automated system to ensure that all deficiencies have been remedied. Takes appropriate action if the deficiencies are not remedied.
• Verifies that motions are set before or referred to the appropriate judicial officer (i.e., dispositive motions-district judges, discovery motions-magistrate judges) and makes applicable modifications. Monitors the progression of cases and ensures the efficient movement of cases. Rules on motions as permitted by local rules.
• Issues summons for complaints, amended complaints, etc. Issues writs of garnishment and other process to various parties pursuant to court orders. Issues warrants of arrest and summons in criminal cases.
• Processes print jobs that are generated for filers who do not receive court notices and documents by email and prepares them for mailing via the United States Postal Service.
• Electronically transfers civil cases to other district courts. Transmits records to appropriate courts.
• Maintains the confidentiality of sealed documents. Monitors proper access to records.
• Assists chambers staff with case administration and resolving issues. Works with chambers to process orders efficiently.
• Sets schedules for briefing and record preparation.
• Processes notices of appeal and appeal-related documents. Processes appellate opinions and closes appeals.
• Monitors cases for release of exhibits and sealed documents.
• Prepares and ships records to or retrieves records from the appropriate Federal Records Center.
• Prepares correspondence regarding file inquires, docket sheets, and other file request information.
• Answers numerous in-person and telephone inquiries by routing calls and furnishing information on a wide variety of topics, such as case status and the electronic filing of documents.
• Operates a variety of office equipment.
• Scans, copies, files, picks-up, sorts and processes incoming mail. Receives and stamps incoming documents.
• Assists the public in the use of computerized databases.
• Retrieves and makes copies of documents or other court forms for court personnel, attorneys, and others. Certifies court documents.
• Provides back up coverage for other case administrators and other units as required. Provides training or assistance to employees performing case administration duties.
• Assists with management of the court's calendar, which includes arranging for court interpreters and court reporters as needed.
• Coordinates with jury administrator to ensure the smooth operation of petit and grand jury operations. Assists with the selection, qualification, summoning, check-in, orientation, and management of jurors. Directs jurors to the appropriate courtroom and supports them. Serves as a liaison for the jury administrator with other agencies, outside vendors, and local building management, as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Examples include assisting with securing court appointed counsel, performing courtroom deputy work, etc.

Conditions of employment

• Employees must adhere to a Code of Conduct.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship.
• Employees are required to use electronic funds transfer for payroll deposit.
• This is a sensitive position within the Judiciary. Employment will be considered provisional pending successful completion of an Office of Personnel Management background check.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• The successful applicant must have two years of general experience, defined as: progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience, such as that obtained in law firms, legal offices, financial institutions, educational facilities, social service organizations, insurance companies, real estate and title offices, corporate headquarters or human resources/payroll operations; experience working in web-based environments; and data entry skills involving the use of automation and specialized terminology.
• The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate that he or she can apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws to a given scenario, and he or she must have the ability to apply concepts to determine the appropriate action to be taken.
• The successful applicant must have excellent computer skills with a demonstrated history of accuracy and quality assurance, and he or she must possess excellent proofreading skills and attention to detail.
• Because this position involves communication by phone, by email, and in person with the public, chambers staff, and other court users, the successful applicant must possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Finally, the successful applicant must be self-motivated and dependable; possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, team building, and analytical skills; possess tact, good judgment, and initiative; be able to process a high volume of documents and prioritize and complete multiple tasks on a daily basis; work harmoniously in a team environment to meet the court's needs; and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and/or completion of a paralegal certificate is highly preferred.
• Prior experience with a federal or state court and/or familiarity with electronic case filing, especially the court's automated system, is highly desirable.

How you will be evaluated

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

Applicants will be evaluated based on their application documents and level of experience. Finalists will be subject to assessments and interviews for selection.

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment - AO78
4. Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

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