The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit seeks an experienced attorney and court professional to serve as Clerk of Court (Clerk).

Duties

The Eighth Circuit is located at the Thomas F. Eagleton Courthouse in St. Louis, Missouri, with a divisional office in St. Paul, Minnesota, having a territorial jurisdiction including the states of Missouri, Arkansas, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. The Eighth Circuit has 11 authorized judgeships, 3 senior judges, and employs approximately 33 Clerk's office staff members. The Clerk of Court is the chief operating officer for the Clerk's Office of both the Court of Appeals and the Bankruptcy Appellate Panel appointed by the Court of Appeals under authority of Section 711 of Title 28 of the United States Code. The Clerk reports to the Chief Circuit Judge and supports the judges of the Court of Appeals, communicating on a regular basis with the Circuit judges, Clerk's office staff, other court unit executives (CUEs), the Administrative Office (AO), attorneys, and the public. Responsibilities Conduct and oversee the business of the court, including case management, appeal management, court sessions, management of court calendars and sittings, records maintenance, statistical reporting, special studies, and opinion publication and circulation. Long-range strategic planning, policy development and implementation, budget oversight, and human resources management. As delegated by the court, dispose of specified motions filed in cases before the court. Establish, adjust, and ensure compliance with quality control standards. Establish and enforce operating procedures and standards. Establish and maintain sound working relationships with other courts of the circuit and with the practicing Bar, and governmental agencies with business before the court. Interpret, implement, and provide guidance on the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure and the court's local rules and internal operating procedures. Serve on the court's executive leadership team, court committees, and Judiciary committees. As requested, make recommendations to the court on all matters affecting the orderly and expeditious directing of the court's business.

Requirements

Qualifications

A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in public service or business that provides a thorough understanding of organizational, procedural, and interpersonal aspects of managing a complex organization. At least 2 years must have been in a position of management responsibility. Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal and analytical skills; fluent in the use of technology; and a demonstrated ability to manage professional staff. Extensive experience in court administration at the federal, state, or local level preferred. Skill and experience managing multiple complex tasks with competing deadlines.

Education

Please read the "Qualifications" section.

Contacts

• Address US Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit Thomas F. Eagleton U.S. Courthouse 111 South 10th St. Suite 26.325 St. Louis, MO 63102-1116 US
• Name: Human Resources
• Email: [email protected]