$53,711 to $87,303 (CL 25)*

Seattle, WA

The position is located in the Seattle Divisional Clerk's Office in the William K. Nakamura Courthouse. The incumbent assists the Clerk and the Divisional Deputy Clerk in a variety of duties to support the Court and its mission across a variety of departments and units.

Representative Duties

• Serves as courtroom deputy for all court sittings. Coordinates with the panel, counsel, and other court staff.
• Enters information into the Court's automated system.
• Prepares and distributes the Visiting Judge Assignment Memo for each court week.
• Dockets and transmits orders to parties.
• Prepares and distributes day sheets.
• Coordinates the space and support needs of visiting judges.
• Answers queries on procedures and status of cases. Assists the public and the bar both in person and by phone.
• Processes requests relating to all oral argument calendars held in Seattle.
• Coordinates video appearances.
• Coordinates the distribution of temporary access cards for visiting judges and staff.
• Maintains courtrooms, visiting chambers, robing rooms, and conference rooms in presentable condition.
• Orders and maintains supplies and equipment.
• Processes mail and distributes packages to visiting chambers.
• Coordinates and supports the use of delivery services, ie., FedEx and UPS.
• Assists with the issuance of employee identification/electronic access cards.
• May perform as courtroom deputy for other locations as needed.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• At least two years of specialized experience such as progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Court experience is strongly preferred.
• A bachelor's degree in a related discipline appropriate to the position.

Total Rewards and Work-Life Balance

Salary*: Depending on qualifications and experience, $53,711 to $87,303 (CL 25)*

Time off: 13 vacation days; 13 sick leave days; 11 paid holidays

• Benefits: Employer subsidized health and life insurance plans. Dental, vision, flexible spending account, long-term care plans available. Employer sponsored pension plan and supplemental retirement contribution plans with employer matching.
• Other Perks: Mass transit subsidy, reasonable work hours, team environment, and enhanced vacation accrual-based tenure.

How to Apply

Please submit a single PDF application packet through the Career Portal.

Only applicants submitting a completed application packet will be considered.

1. Cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position;

2. Current Resume.

Next Steps

Priority consideration will be given to applicants who apply by November 29, 2024.

Tentative interview dates include: The week of December 9, 2024

Video conference interviews available.

Position open until filled.

Conditions of Employment

U.S. citizen or a permanent resident in the process of applying for citizenship. Direct deposit of pay required. Provisionally hired pending results of background investigation and fingerprinting. Positions with the U.S. Courts are at-will, excepted service appointments, and may be terminated with or without cause by the Court. Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.

The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, or to withdraw the announcement, for any reason including, but not limited to, budgetary issues. Said modifications may occur without prior written or other notice.

Equity Focused Employer

We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace. The 9th Circuit encourages applications from all qualified individuals and seeks a diverse pool of applicants in terms of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, disability, religion, and socio-economic circumstance.