Clerk of Court - District Court Executive

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Clerk of Court’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working closely with the Chief Judge regarding Court administration;
• Developing innovative approaches to achieving the Court’s mission;
• Managing the District Court’s annual budget;
• Directing the Court’s financial, procurement, and facilities services functions;
• Ensuring comprehensive human resources services to the Court;
• Serving as the custodian of federal funds and property;
• Analyzing and making recommendations on statutes, local rules, and procedures affecting the operation of the Court;
• Directing the processing of civil and criminal cases, the issuance of process, and the maintenance of official records in the custody of the Court;
• Serving as liaison for the Court to federal and local government agencies, bar groups, media representatives, and the public;
• Serving as the court’s public information officer;
• Overseeing the Court’s IT infrastructure and cybersecurity initiatives;
• Directing development and administration of comprehensive emergency preparedness plans;
• Coordinating statistical studies and reports as required by the Court, the Circuit, and the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts;
• Providing general assistance to the Court in the performance of day to day responsibilities;
• Embracing and supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public service or business. This experience should provide a thorough understanding of the organizational, procedural and human aspects of managing an organization. At least three of those ten years must include substantial management experience at an executive level. Such experience typically includes financial management, space and facilities management, oversight of information technology and human resources functions, and long and short-range planning.

EDUCATION

A bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in government, public, business, or judicial administration or related field is required. A master’s degree in court, public, business administration or related field, or Juris Doctorate and management experience in the Federal Judiciary is preferred.

Full posting available on the U.S. District Court - Western District of Washington website.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $188,765.00 - $243,300.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Public Service Administration: 10 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person