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POSITION OVERVIEW: The Automation Systems Specialist provides administrative and technical support to the court in a wide range of areas, including configuring and supporting hardware and software programs and providing support for complex technology projects. The incumbent performs technical work related to designing, modifying, and adapting existing system software, and provides training, knowledge, and technical expertise supporting end users in the areas of data processing, office automation, and data communications for multiple court units. The Automation Systems Specialist supports a large Windows 10, Office 365 end user environment on an in-house Help Desk as tier II support.
The Clerk’s Office of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Alabama is accepting applications from qualified applicants for the position of Information Systems Manager. The clerk’s office supports two bankruptcy judges and serves 23 counties in Alabama. The primary office is in Montgomery with satellite offices in Opelika and Dothan.
POSITION OVERVIEW – The Information Systems Manager (ISM) is responsible for overseeing IT support and IT security for the bankruptcy court, including judges, chambers staff, and the clerk’s office. The ISM’s primary role is to ensure IT resources are effectively used to meet the strategic needs of the court. The ISM is responsible for the planning, development, acquisition, application, implementation, operation, maintenance, and security of all computer systems, equipment, and networks operating within the court. The ISM reports to the clerk and will work with managers and judges to identify best practices to support technology solutions that will enhance productivity and raise the level of service offered to internal and external customers. The ISM is responsible for all aspects of information technology, including but not limited to development of IT policies, overseeing networks, servers, desktops, mobile devices, training, telecommunications, courtroom technology, information security, quality control, and data retrieval systems. The ISM is also responsible for planning and policy making and for the development and management of the automation budget and spending plan. The ISM supervises a team of technical professionals and oversees the day-to-day operation of all information systems and related equipment throughout the court.
The chief deputy clerk is a senior management position which reports directly to the clerk of court and acts on behalf of the clerk of court during the clerk of court’s absence. The Bankruptcy clerk’s office has 24 employees and supports two bankruptcy judges. The chief deputy clerk assists in the administration and supervision of the day-to-day operations of the clerk’s office, including case management, courtroom services, statistical analysis, statistical reporting, information technology, financial management, budget, space and facilities, procurement, and human resources. The chief deputy clerk is the alternate certifying officer for the Court. The Middle District of Alabama also has two other divisions (unmanned)—one in Opelika, Alabama, and one in Dothan, Alabama. Travel throughout the district is required. Additional travel may be required to Washington, DC, and to other locations.
The United States District Court for the Western District of Washington is seeking a dynamic, inspiring, and effective leader for the position of Clerk of Court / District Court Executive. This is an executive-level management position, responsible for operational and administrative management of the Court. The Clerk of Court collaborates with other districts within the Ninth Circuit and the Administrative Office on a national level.
The Western District of Washington covers the area west of the Cascade Mountains and from Oregon to the Canadian border, with courthouses in Seattle and Tacoma. The office serves eighteen U.S. District Judges (active and senior), and nine Magistrate Judges. 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.
The Clerk of Court acts as liaison and works cooperatively with other federal and local government agencies, bar groups, media representatives, and the public. The Clerk of Court provides leadership and direction to approximately 50 staff members of the Clerk’s Office, which is organized in a non-hierarchical team-based structure.
The Western District of Washington is a Shared Services district. The 24 employees in Shared Services (IT, Human Resources, Budget, Procurement, Space and Facilities) are employees of both the District Court and Probation and Pretrial Services. The Clerk of Court and Chief Probation and Pretrial Services Officer co-manage Shared Services. This position will require frequent travel within the district to both the Seattle and Tacoma courthouses, as well as regular out of district travel for national and Ninth Circuit meetings and conferences.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The main duties include:
- Data entries to maintain the official case events summary on the docket from opening to final disposition of a civil case conforming to established court rules and procedures.
- Summary entries of all documents and proceedings on the docket.
- Assures that automated entries are linked for proper case management.
- Prepares and transmits notices of judgments and orders.
- Performs inquiries and furnishes information, either in person or by correspondence, as to the status of cases.
- Makes a statistical report in each case commenced or terminated.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
The duty hours for this position are from 10:30a.m. – 7:00p.m. This position is eligible for telework on an as-needed basis.
The incumbent reports to the Docket Services Supervisor and will provide clerical and administrative assistance to the Docket Services Unit and the Pro Se Intake Unit. Responsibilities will include, prepare service packages, retrieving, sorting, scanning, copying and filing documents as well as receiving, screening and distributing mail and documents from other court units including the mail room. The incumbent will also answer routine inquiries via email and telephone, perform data entry into check log system, and all other duties as assigned. This position may require occasional travel to the 500 Pearl Street Courthouse for training and assigned duties.
POSITION OVERVIEW: This position is located in the New York Southern District Court Clerk’s Office and reports to the Finance Management Team. The Financial Generalist performs and coordinates administrative, technical and professional work related to financial, accounting, and budgetary activities of the court. The Financial Generalist ensures conformance with the appropriate guidelines, policies, and internal controls. The Financial Generalist prepares, updates, and analyzes a variety of accounting records, financial statements, and reports. This position is telework eligible as needed. This position may require occasional travel to the 300 Quarropas Street Courthouse for assigned duties.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The incumbent reports to the Docket Services Supervisor and will provide clerical, administrative, and case management assistance to the Docket Services Unit and the Pro Se Intake Unit. Responsibilities will include providing coverage for the Pro Se Intake window, retrieving, sorting, scanning, copying and filing documents as well as distributing mail and documents from other court units including the mail room. Additionally, the incumbent will perform some data entry functions; process work from various Docket Services email boxes and perform mailing tasks as directed by court orders; respond to inquiries from chambers, the public, and other court staff in person or via telephone; and performs other duties as assigned. This position may require occasional travel to the 300 Quarropas Street Courthouse for assigned duties.
The United States District Court and the Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the Central District of California is recruiting for a Generalist Clerk in the Eastern Division. The position involves providing relief assistance for district judge and magistrate judge courtroom deputies, office services including civil intake, criminal intake, quality control, case reassignments, docketing, records, procurement, processing mail, cashier and jury duties. The individual hired for this position must have excellent customer service skills, be organized, detail-oriented, and highly motivated. This fast-paced and challenging position requires the individual to present a professional demeanor at all times. This position offers very limited telework opportunities. Travel to the Western division for training will be required. Occasional travel to another divisional office may also be necessary.
Whether launching or continuing a career in public service, the U.S. District Court is a great place to work with competitive salaries and benefits, a work schedule that promotes a work-life balance, access to a fitness center, and the opportunity to work with colleagues committed to fulfilling the important mission of administering justice in an efficient and effective manner. This position offers an excellent opportunity to advance a career in Federal court service.