Clerk of Court

Judicial Branch - U.S. Courts · Greensboro, North Carolina Greensboro, North Carolina

Company

Judicial Branch - U.S. Courts

Location

Greensboro, North Carolina Greensboro, North Carolina

Type

Full Time

Job Description

The United States District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina is seeking a dynamic, inspiring, and effective leader for the position of Clerk of Court. This is an executive-level management position, responsible for operational and administrative management of the Court. The Clerk of Court serves under the direction of the Chief District Judge and is responsible for performing the statutory duties of the Office of the Clerk pursuant to 28 U.S.C §751.

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Conditions of Employment

The United States District Court requires employees to adhere to a code of conduct which is available on the judiciary's web site at https://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/judiciary-policies/ethics-policies. As a condition of employment, the final candidate will be subject to a preliminary background investigation including fingerprint and criminal record checks. Employment is provisional pending the successful completion of a ten-year, full field OPM background investigation, and favorable suitability determination. This position is subject to mandatory electronic funds transfer (direct deposit) of federal wages for court employees.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess, at a minimum, ten (10) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public service or business and a thorough understanding of organizational, procedural, and human aspects of managing a large organization.
A bachelor's degree is required, preferably with an emphasis on government, public, business, or judicial administration or a related field.
At least three (3) of the ten (10) years of experience must have been in a position of substantial management responsibility at an executive level. Such experience typically includes finance management, oversight of information technology, human resources functions, and long and short-range planning.
An attorney who is in the active practice of law in either the public or private sector may substitute such active practice on a year-for-year basis for up to five (5) years of the administrative experience requirement.
An attorney who has served as a federal judicial law clerk may substitute such service on a year-for-year basis for up to five (5) years of the administrative experience requirement.
Candidates must have the ability to lead with vision, sustain a high level of organizational excellence, articulate management priorities, foster strong and effective working relationships, and work collaboratively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, or a master's degree in court, public, or business administration or administrative or legal studies.
Prior managerial work experience in a federal district or bankruptcy court or state judicial system, along with knowledge of federal court procedures and operations, office automation including CM/ECF, and the federal court budget process.
A performance history that demonstrates proven skills in managing limited resources against multiple demands and strong organizational, prioritizing, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others' suggestions with an open mind to ensure forward, creative thinking; exceptional presentation skills and the ability to interact effectively with judicial officers; and the ability to resolve conflict through thorough investigation and mediation skills.

Education

Bachelor's Degree.

Additional information

Travel and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.

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Date Posted

09/29/2024

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