Generalist

Duties

• Sort, classify, and file case records. Maintain integrity of the filing system by such means as monitoring proper access to records and maintaining timely and accurate filing of documents. Retrieve files and make copies of records for court personnel, attorneys, and others. Certify court documents. Crete and process new case files. Open and close cases in the case management system, based on required documents and/or entries. Assist with entry of various case documents on the docket.
• Check for prior or prohibited filings. Monitor for release of exhibits and sealed documents. Verify and issue summons. Verify attorney's authority to practice.
• Operate a variety of coping, scanning, and records equipment. Answer and route incoming calls. Assist the public in the use of computerized databases. Provide basic information to public, bar, and the court. Process prisoner mail, including correspondence and pleadings from inmates and pro se parties. Ensure data quality.
• Inform customers of required fees. Receive payments and issue receipts. Secure funds in cash register. Reconcile receipts and post to the appropriate fund/case account.
• Scan, copy, file, pickup, sort, and process mail. Process e-mail received from electronic filers. Receive and stamp incoming documents. Maintain court files.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

The Generalist is a sensitive position. The selected candidate will be subject to an FBI fingerprint check as a condition of employment, and may be subject to periodic updates.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  The required application documents include the following: resume, cover letter, three business references and an AO-78 Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  To apply for the position, please visit the Court's website at: https://opportunities.ilnb.uscourts.gov/Employment/appform.cfm?ref=daye8adr&pos=24-10.

  Agency contact information

  Elizabeth Mason

  Email

  Elizabeth_Mason@ded.uscourts.gov

  Address

  US District Court for the District of Delaware
  844 N. King Street, Unit 18
  Wilmington, DE 19801
  US

  Next steps

  Applicants will receive an email confirmation upon receipt. Incomplete or paper applications will not be considered.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open until filled.