Clerk of Court
Company
Judicial Branch - U.S. Courts
Location
Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Summary
The United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit is seeking an experienced attorney and court professional to serve as Clerk of Court. The Clerk serves as the senior operations officer for the Court and reports directly to the Chief Judge. This position begins on January 2, 2025.
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Conditions of Employment
- Because the D.C. Circuit entertains a large number of high-profile and sealed cases, employees are subject to strict confidentiality requirements. Employees must adhere to the Code of Conduct.
- All positions in the Clerk's Office are "Excepted" appointments. Employees are considered "At-Will" and will serve a one-year probationary period.
- The successful candidate is subject to a background investigation and will be considered a provisional employee pending a favorable suitability determination. In addition, the successful completion of a Department of Justice security clearance is required.
- After-hours emergency duty is required on a rotational basis with other employees.
- Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work for the United States government.
Qualifications
- A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- At least 10 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public service or business that provides a thorough understanding of the organizational, procedural, and interpersonal aspects of managing a complex organization. At least three of the 10 years of experience must have been in a position of substantial management responsibility. An attorney who is in the active practice of law in either the public or private sector may substitute this experience on a year-for-year basis for the management or administrative experience requirement.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal and analytical skills; sound judgment; and a demonstrated ability to manage professional staff.
- Experience in court administration and the federal judiciary is preferred.
Education
Please read the "Qualifications" section.
Additional information
The United States Court of Appeals is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The successful applicant will be subject to mandatory electronic transfer of funds for payment of net pay. The United States Courthouse is a smoke-free building.
Date Posted
09/23/2024
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