Courtroom Deputy Clerk at U.S. District Court - WDNY

Position Courtroom Deputy Clerk  (Full-Time)
Vacancy 24-15
Duty Station Rochester, New York
Salary CL 27 ($58,294 - $94,766) Based on qualifications and experience.

Overview
The Courtroom Deputy Clerk is the “face” of the court to much of the public and attorneys who practice in the Court and helps create positive public impressions about the Judiciary. To learn more about
career opportunities in the Judiciary, 

Representative Duties
• Manage judge’s caseload, including calendaring, monitoring deadlines, filings, and timely responses to orders.
• Keep judge and staff informed of case progress.
• Schedule court proceedings, court reporters, and interpreters.
• Coordinate with jury administrator for upcoming trials and need for jurors.
• Assist in jury selection and maintain jury selection and attendance records.
• Perform case administration duties, including docketing and quality control review of electronic filings.
• Draft orders and judgments and process same.
• Review cases and reports for necessary action.
• Take notes of proceedings and prepare minutes.
• Record court proceedings.
• Serve as liaison between the Clerk’s office, bar, public, and Court.
• Assist with naturalization ceremonies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of 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.

Preferred Qualifications/Court Preferred Skills

• Candidates must demonstrate exceptional computer skills; a demonstrated ability to thoroughly research and solve problems; ability to reason through, analyze, and interpret written communications; ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments; superior oral and written communications skills; strong organizational skills and attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills; personal integrity and exceptional judgment; and a professional demeanor and appearance appropriate in a Court environment.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline appropriate to the position.
• Preference may be given to candidates who have courtroom administrative experience.

Organizational Relationship
This position is assigned to the Office of the Clerk and directly supports a United States Magistrate Judge.

How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and AO78 Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (available
at www.uscourts.gov) as a single PDF attachment by email to:

subject line “Courtroom Deputy Clerk, Reference No. 24-15.” Save the documents as one PDF, using your  first name_last name. When the AO78 is filled out electronically and returned by email, the fillable form must first be
resaved and submitted as a non-fillable PDF before submission, otherwise the form will appear blank. Applicants are required to complete the AO78, page 5, Optional Background Information. 

Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified and must travel at their own expense.

Important Dates
Application Deadline: Until filled
Position Available: January 6, 2025

District Overview
The District’s jurisdiction encompasses the 17 most western counties of Upstate New York, with courthouses
located in Buffalo and Rochester. The District is comprised of 8 United States District Judges, 7 United States
Magistrate Judges, and approximately 100 employees.