Judicial Assistant to U.S. Circuit Judge - Judicial Branch : Job Details
Judicial Assistant to U.S. Circuit Judge
Judicial BranchJob Location : Houston,TX, USA
Summary
The U. S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, is currently accepting applications for the position of Judicial Assistant to United States Circuit Judge Carolyn Dineen King.
The Judicial Assistant provides administrative, technical, and case-related support to the judge and is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the judge's chambers. The Judicial Assistant plays an important role and must exemplify and foster professionalism, teamwork, and dedication to public service.
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
12/27/2024 to 12/26/2025
* Salary
$83,671 - $108,769 per year
This job uses the Judiciary Salary Plan (JSP) pay scale. (Salary commensurate with experience).
* Pay scale & grade
JS 11
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
* Houston, TX
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent
* Work schedule
Full-time
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
11 - Classification Level/Salary: Up to JSP-11/10 ($108,769).
* Job family (Series)
* 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Other
* Drug test
No
* Financial disclosure
No
* Bargaining unit status
No
* Announcement number
7-2024
* Control number
826025200
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This job is open to
* The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
This announcement will be open until filled.
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Duties
The incumbent's duties include, but are not limited to:
* Managing chambers' case management system.
* Maintaining the judge's personal and court calendar.
* Answering the telephone and responding to inquiries.
* Gathering and maintaining statistical data.
* Providing general clerical and administrative assistance to the judge and law clerks.
* Arranging meetings and conferences for the judge.
* Arranging and maintaining the judge's travel itineraries.
* Receiving and reviewing correspondence.
* Locating, scanning, copying, filing, and certifying documents.
* Maintaining, updating, purging files, and tracking filed documents.
* Assisting in maintaining a legal library.
* Handling routine office matters; and
* All other duties as assigned.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
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Applicants must be United States citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking United States citizenship. The selected candidate must successfully complete a background check as a condition of employment. The Court is not authorized to reimburse travel expenses for interviews or relocation. This position is subject to mandatory electronic direct deposit of salary payments. Employees serve under Excepted Appointments and are considered At-Will employees. Only selected applicants will be contacted for interviews.
The court reserves the right to modify the conditions on this job announcement, withdraw the job announcement, fill the position sooner than the closing date, or to extend the closing date, any of which actions may occur without any prior written or other notice.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements for the position include:
* Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work with professionals on deadlines in a close and collaborative environment.
* Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
* The ability to work independently with minimum supervision; to anticipate needs and problems; and to learn, adapt, or develop, as needed.
* The ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects.
* Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in a deadline driven environment.
* Experience using the internet and a variety of software (Word, Adobe Acrobat), and excellent computer skills.
* The ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative.
* The ability to maintain strict confidence of all office and judicial matters.
* Eight years of progressively responsible clerical or secretarial experience, six of which involved responsibility as the principal office assistant to a supervisor who was dealing with law-related matters; and
* Availability for overtime and occasional overnight travel as needed.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
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Benefits:
A generous benefits package is available and includes, paid annual and sick leave; paid federal holidays; participation in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB), Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP), Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI), Flexible Benefit Programs, Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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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.
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* How to Apply
Salary range for this position is $83,671 - $108,769 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. Qualified applicants may apply by submitting a cover letter referencing the position being applied for and a completed AO78 Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment by email as a single PDF to: [email protected]. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Additional information, including the AO78 application form, can be obtained under the Current Vacancies section of the Fifth Circuit website,
The U. S. Court of Appeals is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email [email protected]
Address United States Court of Appeals for Fifth Circuit
600 S. Maestri Place, Room 200
New Orleans, LA 70130
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Next steps
Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted.
* Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Criminal history inquiries
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Financial suitability
* New employee probationary period
* Privacy Act
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Selective Service
* Signature and false statements
* Social security number request
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Please read the How to Apply section.
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How to Apply
Salary range for this position is $83,671 - $108,769 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. Qualified applicants may apply by submitting a cover letter referencing the position being applied for and a completed AO78 Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment by email as a single PDF to: [email protected]. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Additional information, including the AO78 application form, can be obtained under the Current Vacancies section of the Fifth Circuit website,
The U. S. Court of Appeals is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email [email protected]
Address United States Court of Appeals for Fifth Circuit
600 S. Maestri Place, Room 200
New Orleans, LA 70130
US
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted.
Read more
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Criminal history inquiries
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Financial suitability
* New employee probationary period
* Privacy Act
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Selective Service
* Signature and false statements
* Social security number request
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
12/27/2024 to 12/26/2025
* Salary
$83,671 - $108,769 per year
This job uses the Judiciary Salary Plan (JSP) pay scale. (Salary commensurate with experience).
* Pay scale & grade
JS 11
* Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
* Houston, TX
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent
* Work schedule
Full-time
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
11 - Classification Level/Salary: Up to JSP-11/10 ($108,769).
* Job family (Series)
* 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Other
* Drug test
No
* Financial disclosure
No
* Bargaining unit status
No
* Announcement number
7-2024
* Control number
826025200
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/826025200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.