The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Judicial Assistant to an Article III federal judge. The incumbent will provide administrative and case related support to the judge.

Duties

Oversee the day-to-day operational management of chambers. Coordinate all general activities and serve as liaison for the physical needs of the chambers, such as heating/cooling, lighting, and cleaning. Maintain office supplies and arrange for service and repairs of equipment, as needed. Prepare and edit correspondence and legal documents. Process memoranda, opinions, motions, vote sheets, and other legal documents from the judge, other chambers, and the Office of General Counsel. Ensure integrity of sensitive and confidential information. Maintain the judge's docket of cases via the court's case management/electronic case filing system (CM/ECF). Coordinate the work with the Clerk's Office and other chambers staff within the court. Schedule appointments, arrange meetings, and coordinate speaking invitations. Maintain calendars and travel itineraries. Research and handle travel arrangements. Assist with the preparation of travel vouchers in accordance with policies and regulations. Provide guidance to law clerks and interns regarding chambers administrative procedures. Coordinate the appointments and separations of chambers staff with the court's Human Resources office. Receive and screen visitors, telephone calls, and incoming correspondence. Process outgoing mail, including mail that requires special handling. Gather, research, and analyze detailed data. Prepare reports and presentations on findings. Create, maintain, and update electronic and paper files, including case files. Assist with copying, scanning, and locating files and documents. Perform a wide variety of special projects at the request of the judge.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both oral and written with a variety of individuals and groups, including judges, senior staff, and the public; accuracy and attention to detail in grammar, spelling, editing, and proofreading; skill and accuracy in entering complex data; skill in problem solving; ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all office and judicial matters; consummate professionalism, discretion, and integrity; initiative and ability to work independently and as part of the chambers team; ability to manage multiple priorities with conflicting deadlines, as well as ongoing and ad hoc tasks, in a timely manner; exceptional administrative and organizational skills; knowledge of legal documents, legal terminology, electronic case management/filing systems (CM/ECF), MS office products, as well as other standard applications, such as Adobe; experience in assisting with planning, organizing, and handling logistical arrangements for meetings and travel. Education High school diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Experience JSP-8: Five (5) years of administrative experience of which three (3) years must be progressively responsible experience in the legal field. JSP-9: Six (6) years of administrative experience of which four (4) years must be progressively responsible experience in the legal field. JSP-10: Seven (7) years of administrative experience of which five (5) years must be progressively responsible experience in the legal field. JSP-11: Eight (8) years of administrative experience of which six (6) years must be progressively responsible experience in the legal field. Educational Substitutions: Education in a college, university, or secretarial school of recognized standing may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the general experience on the basis of 30 semester (45 quarter) hours equal nine months of experience. A bachelor's degree from a college or university of recognized standing may be substituted for two years of general experience. Education in a legal or paralegal curriculum may be substituted for a maximum of two years of specialized experience on the basis of one full academic year (30 semester or 45 quarter hours) equals one year of experience. Less than one year will be credited on a pro-rata basis.

Education

At a minimum, candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Contacts

• Address US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit 717 Madison Place, N.W. Suite 410 Human Resources Washington, DC 20439 US
• Name: Human Resources
• Email: [email protected]