Courtroom Deputy Clerk

Position Description

The Middle District of Florida seeks a mission-driven professional to serve as a full-time Courtroom Deputy Clerk to help provide fair and impartial justice. The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal, computer, and analytical skills; strong work ethic; and resilience. This meaningful career opportunity is located in the Tampa division.

The Courtroom Deputy Clerk manages all aspects of criminal and civil cases before the Middle District of Florida. Manages the judge’s docket by calendaring, by monitoring the filing of documents and the responses to orders, and by setting date and time for trials, hearings, and other events. Keeps the judge and immediate staff informed of case progress.

Reviews pending cases to ensure the availability of records and reference material for use by the judge and counsel. Utilizes reports and information from the automated case management system.

Attends court sessions and conferences. Assists with the orderly flow of proceedings, including arranging the courtroom, assuring the presence of all necessary participants, managing exhibits, assisting witnesses and jurors, and maintaining courtroom decorum. Takes notes of proceedings and rulings and prepares minute entries for the record. Drafts judgments and other orders for the judge’s approval. Uploads orders, notices, calendars, and other documents to the automated case management system.

Acts as a liaison among the clerk’s office, the bar, and the judge to ensure that cases proceed smoothly and efficiently. Serves as a primary source of information about courtroom equipment for litigants and about the court’s schedule, including trials, hearings, and conferences.

Qualification

Three years at a progressively responsible administrative level which demonstrates the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Requires a professional, cooperative, and congenial demeanor at all times and strong administrative, organizational, analytical, and writing ability. Requires solid computer skills, preferably with Word and Windows. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal with a wide variety of people tactfully and courteously
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple assignments with frequent interruptions
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic
• Excellent computer skills and ability to work with a variety of programs and applications

Benefits

Employees of the U.S. Courts serve under excepted appointments and are considered "at-will" employees. They are, however, eligible for a comprehensive federal government benefits package including participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (career employees), choice of a health benefit plan from several options, dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, long term care insurance, federal holidays, and periodic salary increases. See the United States Courts Website for an overview of Federal Judiciary benefits.

Miscellaneous

Applicants must be U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States

Employees must use the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit

The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment

The United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida serves a 35-county area in mid-Florida, with a population over ten million people. The Clerk's Office is headquartered in Orlando, with full time divisional offices in Tampa, Jacksonville, Ocala, and Ft. Myers, Florida. The Clerk's Office provides clerical and administrative support to all areas of the federal judicial administrative process.

How To Apply

To apply:

• Applications must be submitted through the posting on https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/flmd
• Attach your cover letter and resume as PDF documents named "last name, first name" (e.g. Smith, John)

Starting salary commensurate with work experience, previous federal government service, and prior pay history. Promotion potential from CL 26 to CL 27 level without further competition.

Due to the number of resumes received, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.