The Court Generalist supports operational, administrative, and technical functions of the Clerk's Office. The major responsibilities and duties include the following:
- Assist in receiving and maintaining case-related records and documents, including receipt, review, and referral of mail and documents submitted to the court.
- Field telephone, in person, and electronic inquiries; process requests for information and documents and support customer service activities. Assist the public in the use of computerized records and information databases.
- Support case management functions. Use various specialized programs to assist in processing cases, entering record information, processing fees and payments and supporting other case-related activities.
- Support courtroom activity and preparation of materials for the court.
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Provide general office support. Assist in inventory, management of supplies, copying, scanning, and other records management activities.
- Assist with other operational activities as assigned.
- Required: One year of administrative or clerical experience. High school diploma, or its equivalent. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, present a professional image and demeanor, and exercise appropriate discretion in dealing with confidential information. Highly precise, detailed, and self-organized. Ability to work under pressure and within the constraints of conflicting deadlines. Significant experience with and skills in using computer-based applications, including word processing and databases.
- Preferred: Related experience in a court, government agency, or equivalent environment.
- Compensation*: $49,966 - $81,216 (CL 25) (*Salary commensurate with qualifications in accordance with U.S. Court Guidelines)
- Benefits: Employer subsidized health and life insurance plans. Dental and vision insurance plans. Flexible spending accounts for health care, dependent care, and commuter expenses. Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and mass transit subsidies. On-site fitness center. Federal retirement entails a pension plan (FERS-FRAE) and employer-matching Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K). Retirees may carry insurance plans into retirement while paying the same premiums as employees. Visit www.uscourts.gov/careers/benef... (http://www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits) to learn more about the Judiciary's competitive benefits.
- Work/Life: Annual time off - 13 vacation days, 13 sick leave days, and 11 paid holidays. Vacation days increase to 20 days after three years and to 26 days after fifteen years.
The selected candidate is provisionally hired pending results of background check and fingerprinting. Employees are required to adhere to the Judicial Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees (http://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/judiciary-policies/code-conduct/code-conduct-judicial-employees). For citizenship requirements, visit www.uscourts.gov/careers (http://www.uscourts.gov/careers). Electronic Fund Transfer for payroll direct deposit is required. Positions with the U.S. Courts are at-will, excepted service appointments, and may be terminated with or without cause by the Court. The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this announcement, or to withdraw the announcement for any reason without notice.
Please submit a single PDF application packet, including (1) a cover letter addressing your qualifications and experience in relation to the job duties and how you learned of the position, (2) a current resume, to the Director of Human Resources via the Resume button on our online application system. Position is open until filled; preference given to applications received by July 7, 2024.
Virtual initial interviews available.
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The Court of Appeals values diversity and is committed to inclusion in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and seek a diverse pool of applicants. If a reasonable accommodation is needed during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 513-564-7205.