• Open new cases in case management system, assign case numbers, and docket initial opening events.
• Receive and process documents received from filing parties and attorneys. Scan paper documents and upload pdf to database following the Clerk's procedures. Review electronically filed documents for compliance with the rules of the Court.
• Verify and issue summons.
• Check for prior or prohibited filings.
• Verify attorney's authority to practice.
• Monitor appropriate release of exhibits and sealed documents.
• Answer and route incoming calls and provide information.
• Assist the public in the use of computerized databases.
• Maintain, file, retrieve, copy, and certify court records.
• Provide irregular back-up support throughout the Court, including tasks related to intake/reception, juror selection, mail handling, and special events.
• Adhere to procedures of the court.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship.
• Background Investigation: This is a sensitive position within the Judiciary. Employment will be considered provisional pending successful completion of an Office of Personnel Management background check, social media inquiry, and a favorable suitability determination.

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

• Associate's degree or higher.
• Specialized experience such as progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedures that demonstrate the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry or report generation. Such experience is commonly encountered in law firms, legal counsel offices, banking and credit firms, educational institutions, social service organizations, insurance companies, real estate and title offices, and corporate headquarters or human resources/payroll operations.

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate strongly preferred.
• The Court is seeking an applicant with a strong work ethic, initiative, dependability and a friendly and customer-focused attitude. An understanding of professional office procedures and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment is necessary.
• Interaction will be with various individuals; therefore, the candidate should possess excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to prioritize multiple diverse tasks is essential.
• Proficiency and experience in the use of computer systems, including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams, is highly preferred. Prior experience using Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) or Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF) and knowledge of court/legal terminology are helpful.

How you will be evaluated

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

We will review your resume and supporting documents to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant professional, educational, and work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified in the Qualifications section above, required for this position.

1. Cover Letter;
2. Resumé; and
3. Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment, (AO78) (available at https://www.nywd.uscourts.gov/sites/nywd/files/AO78with78B.pdf)

Next steps