Summary

Tenth Circuit Judge Robert Bacharach is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Judicial Assistant. As a judicial assistant, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of a highly team-oriented environment. This position is fully on-site at the William J. Holloway, Jr. United States Courthouse located in downtown Oklahoma City.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

Outlined below are the qualifications necessary to perform the primary duties for this position:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, including preparation, document management, track changes, formatting, editing, and finalizing documents. Candidate should have strong typing skills and strong written communication skills.
Exceptional organization skills, with the ability to prioritize workload, manage competing priorities, calendars, and case-related documents, and the ability to work independently.
Ability to manage multiple email inboxes, ensuring timely review, routing, and prompt response to time sensitive matters.
Able to manage all administrative aspects of law clerk/intern employment, including recruitment, coordination of onboarding and separation, and providing operational support ensuring law clerks maintain an efficient workflow.
Ability to coordinate travel for judge and chambers staff, including scheduling, booking, and expense reporting.
Have integrity, character, and good judgment, including the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all office and judicial matters.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident seeking U.S. citizenship.
Excepted service appointments are "at will." Appointment contingent on successful completion of a federal employment background check.
Subject to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.
Direct deposit of pay required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Eight years of general administrative experience, including at least six years of specialized experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the primary duties of this position in a legal or judicial setting. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for two years general experience. A paralegal certificate may be substituted for two years of specialized experience.

Education

At a minimum, candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Additional information

For the full vacancy announcement and application instructions, please visit: https://www.ca10.uscourts.gov/hr/jobs/judicial-assistant-federal-circuit-judge-robert-e-bacharach-oklahoma.

The U.S. Courts are Equal Opportunity Employers

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

The Tenth Circuit offers work-life balance, comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to collaborate with dedicated professionals.

Benefits include: health, dental, vision, and life, insurance; annual and sick leave and paid holidays; retirement and a retirement savings and investment plan (TSP); potential student loan forgiveness, and the judiciary's supplemental benefits.

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How you will be evaluated

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

Once you submit your application, we will assess your application and experience, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews.

Required Documents

Cover Letter;
Resume
Application for Judicial Employment (AO-78)

See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

How to Apply

Submit cover letter, resume and Application for Judicial Employment (AO-78) to HR@ca10.uscourts.gov, and indicate 26JS05 in the subject line.

Applications that do not include all required materials will not be considered.

Position is open until filled. Applications reviewed as received. Anticipated start date is June 15, 2026.

Agency contact information

Human Resources

Email: HR@ca10.uscourts.gov

Address: US Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
1823 Stout Street
Denver, CO 80257
US

Next steps

Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Judicial Assistant to Federal Circuit Judge Robert E Bacharach Job in Oklahoma City, OK