Court Services Clerk CL-26

Court Services Clerk

The Middle District of Florida seeks a mission-driven professional to serve as a full-time Court Services Clerk to help provide fair and impartial justice. The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal, computer, and analytical skills; strong work ethic; and resilience. This meaningful career opportunity is located in the Tampa division. This position is located in the Clerk's Office of the United States District Court and serves in the jury department, case administration department, and the courtroom (as a back-up courtroom deputy clerk). The incumbent will perform a variety of tasks including docketing, quality control and case management. The incumbent will perform relief courtroom deputy tasks including attending court proceedings, recording pertinent results, and drafting orders and judgments. In the jury department, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of tasks including juror qualification, summoning, orientation, and payment. Serves as main jury clerk. Assist with jury logistics including orientation, parking, lodging, and refreshments. Assist with a variety of administrative tasks including juror attendance and payment; juror qualification; juror vouchers; juror utilization; records; statistics; and the telephonic response system. Operate the Jury Management System. Coordinate with chambers for daily calendaring and juror needs. Serves in case administration. Reviews incoming documents to determine conformity with appropriate rules, practices and / or court requirements. Files documents meeting requirements. Assures accurate assignment of case numbers and randomly assigns cases to judges. Prepares new case files. Verifies attorneys' authority to practice before the court. Furnishes information to a wide variety of people within and outside of the court, telephonically and in person. Maintains the integrity of case files by monitoring proper access to records. Ensures that all entries are appropriately linked for proper case management. Prepares and transmits to appropriate parties such items as : notices, judgments, and orders. Answers inquiries on case status. Opens cases upon receipt of initiating documents, such as complaints, indictments, or petitions. Closes cases upon receipt of terminating documents, such as judgments and closing orders. Serves as a relief courtroom deputy. Attend and record court sessions and conferences. Assist with the orderly flow of proceedings including preparing the courtroom, organizing exhibits, assuring the presence of all necessary participants, assisting witnesses and jurors, and maintaining courtroom decorum. Take notes of proceedings and rulings and prepare minute entries for the record. Manage the electronic evidence presentation system and the custody of court exhibits. Draft judgments and other orders for the judge's approval. Upload orders, notices, judgments, minutes, calendars, and other documents to the automated case management system. Docket summary entries of each proceeding. Utilize reports and information from the automated case management system and ensure the accuracy of statistical reporting. Perform other duties assigned

Requires a professional, cooperative, and congenial demeanor at all times and strong administrative, organizational, analytical, and writing ability. Requires solid computer skills, preferably with Word, Windows, and Office 365. Bachelor's degree preferred. Legal experience preferred.

• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal with a wide variety of people tactfully and courteously;
• Accuracy and attention to detail;
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple assignments with frequent interruptions;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a fast paced, team environment;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment;
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic;
• Excellent computer skills and ability to work with a variety of programs and applications;
• Three (3) years at a progressively responsible administrative level which demonstrates the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.

To apply :

https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / flmd

Due to the number of resumes received, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Starting salary is commensurate with relevant work experience, prior federal government service, and previous salary history. Applicants with prior federal court experience may be eligible for a starting salary above the minimum.

THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants must be U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States

Employees must use the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit

The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment