The Clerk's Office for the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans is accepting applications for the position of Chief Deputy Clerk (Type II). The Chief Deputy Clerk is an alter ego to the Clerk of Court and assists in overseeing and managing all aspects of Clerk's Office operations.
The Chief Deputy Clerk reports directly to the Clerk of Court and is responsible for administrative and management functions including but not limited to: overseeing all appeal processing and case management activities, ensuring records are maintained in compliance with established procedures and quality control standards; managing the day-to-day administration of the Clerk's Office, including personnel, statistical reporting, automation, budget, and procurement; developing organizational goals and objectives and establishing plans, priorities, and deadlines for completion of work; conducting studies and performing special projects relating to the business of the court; and acting for the Clerk in his absence.
Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
Employees of the Clerk's Office of the United States Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit are not included in the government's civil service classification. They are, however, entitled to similar benefits as other federal employees.
These include: 13 days paid vacation per year for the first three years of employment 20 days paid vacation per year after three years of employment 26 days paid vacation per year after 15 years of employment 13 days paid sick leave per year 11 paid Federal holidays per year (plus Mardi Gras) Paid Parental Leave Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (including government Thrift Savings Plan similar to 401K plan with matching funds) Choice of Medical, dental, and vision plans Pretax flexible spending account programs Life insurance options Paid off-site parking, subject to availability of funds On-site exercise facility When computing leave and retirement benefits, time in service with other federal agencies and certain prior military service may be considered.
Additional information regarding federal judiciary benefits and compensation can be found at http://www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits.
This position is with U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch.
The posted pay range is $199275 – $209600/yr.
Applications close on 2027-08-20.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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