Our Courtroom Deputies assist judges in processing and managing court proceedings in an orderly fashion and manage a judge's caseload. Efficient court operations help create positive public impressions about our federal courts. Click here to view a brief video about courtroom deputy professionals working in the Courts.
Manage judge's caseload, docketing and scheduling. Serve as primary source of information on scheduling conferences, hearings, trials, and other case matters. Monitor filing and other deadlines. Attend court sessions and conferences. Facilitate the orderly flow of proceedings, including, setting up the courtroom, assuring presence of all necessary participants, and managing exhibits. Take notes of proceedings, rulings, and notices.
Review cases and reports for necessary actions. Keep judge and immediate staff informed of case developments. Act as a liaison between the Clerk's Office, the bar, the public and the judge to ensure that cases proceed efficiently. Schedule court reporters and interpreters. Inform jury clerk of upcoming trials and need for jurors. Assist the judge and parties in jury selection and maintain records of jury selection and attendance.
Maintain contact with counsel during deliberations. Draft orders and judgments for the judge's approval, including judgment and commitment orders. Docket orders, pleadings, judgments, utilizing applicable automated systems. Assist in the accurate statistical reporting requirements of the Administrative Office.
Review the quality of electronically filed documents, ensure that all orders and automated entries are appropriately and accurately docketed, and make summary entries on the docket of all filings and proceedings. Reviews and updates chambers written policies and procedures at least annually. As it relates to sealed documents, ensures that NO sealed document is accessible or distributed to users not authorized to have access. Perform other duties as assigned.
CL 26, High school diploma or equivalent, two years of general experience and a minimum of one year of specialized experience. CL 27, High school diploma or equivalent, two years of general experience and a minimum of two years of specialized experience.
This position is with U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch.
The posted pay range is $56216 – $100391/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2027-05-28.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-10 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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