This is a full-time position with the Clerk's Office at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. Closing Date: Wednesday, 01/31/2024, 11:59 PM EST Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.

Duties

The Deputy Clerk (Administration) is a key member of the management team for the Clerk's Office, overseeing many office functions and coordinating with the Clerk and Deputy Clerks on setting the direction of and policies for the office. Among the core duties of the position are: overseeing the daily operation of the Docketing Support group; overseeing preparation of the Court's Journal, judgments and mandates; preparing weekly statistical reports reflecting case filings and other case-related information; serving as a backup to the other Deputy Clerks and the Emergency Applications Attorney with respect to a variety of functions; participating in the development and management of Clerk's Office information technology systems, including the Court's electronic filing and docket software and the portions of the Court's website that are the responsibility of the Clerk's Office; and providing information to Court officials and litigants concerning Court practice and procedure.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
• Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov

Qualifications

At least three years of experience in court administration, litigation or similar work are strongly preferred. Also required are: the ability to develop and maintain favorable and effective relationships with attorneys and litigants; the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; the ability to make judgments and act independently in time-sensitive matters; and the highest levels of discretion and judgment.

Education

A law degree from an accredited law school and admission to the bar of the highest court of a State or territory are required.

Contacts

• Address Supreme Court of the United States 1 First Street NE Washington, DC 20543 US
• Name: Human Resources Office
• Phone: (202) 479-3404
• Email: [email protected]