Duties
A Case Administrator/Courtroom Deputy manages the progression of civil and criminal cases and related proceedings from opening to final disposition and performs courtroom functions such as logging/recording court proceedings and processing orders. The incumbent is fully proficient in administration and maintenance of the official case records. The incumbent performs docketing, monitors the completion of the required procedural steps, and performs the necessary noticing and administrative and clerical tasks. The Case Administrator/Courtroom Deputy assists with courtroom proceedings, prepares case documents for appeal, reviews filed documents to determine conformity, takes appropriate action, and ensures that all orders and automated entries are appropriately and accurately docketed.
Responsibilities
- Manage civil and criminal cases from opening to closing. Review, identify, and research the accuracy, timeliness, and quality of data entered into the case record. Make corrections to the case record to comply with local and national procedures. Ensure that all case files and related information are accessible. Manage cases to ensure timely progression. Process notices of appeal and appeal-related documents. Perform quality control on attorney-docketed entries.
- Attend and record judges' court proceedings. Manage and organize exhibits used in court proceedings, including setting up and troubleshooting courtroom technology equipment and software. Assist with the orderly flow of proceedings, including but not limited to, setting up the courtroom, assuring presence of all necessary participants, and managing exhibits. Take notes of proceedings, rulings, notices, and prepare and file minute entries electronically. Process requests for transcripts and audio recordings.
- Prepare and analyze required reports. Check data from reports in order to meet quality assurance standards.
- Check for prior or prohibited filings. Verify attorney's authority to practice. Monitor for release of exhibits and sealed documents. Verify and issue summonses.
- Respond to inquiries on case status. Provide information and electronic case filing (ECF) instructions to external customers. Inform customers of required fees. Perform financial duties as outlined in the Internal Controls Manual or as requested.
- Create and process new case files. May assign case numbers to judges and/or magistrate judges. Open cases in case management system. Docket initial opening events. Sort, classify, and file case records. Audit cases for closing and check the docket to ensure that all necessary documents are entered, and deadlines are met before generating the closing order.
- Scan and convert documents filed over the counter into image files. Enter documents and proceedings on the case docket. Maintain documents in the appropriate location. Answer phone inquiries regarding case status, archive information, and court procedures. Provide forms via mail or e-mail as required.
- Assist the public with electronic and paper files. Conduct case research as required. Provide archived information for closed cases. Provide file copies as requested.
- Assist with order processing. Provide backup coverage for team members and other departments, as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
How to Apply
Application Procedure:
Qualified applicants must submit one PDF file with a completed Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (AO 78), a cover letter and a resume with salary history and professional references. The PDF file should be sent to kelly_fry@wvnd.uscourts.gov
Next steps
Only the most qualified individuals will be invited for a personal interview.