For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being announced to applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under 27-NM-13092600-MS.
Duties of Docketing Technician (Office Automation) If selected for this position, you will serve as a Docketing Technician (Office Automation) for the United States Attorney's Office, District of New Mexico. Duties will include: Serves as a source of procedural and systemic information on all aspects of docketing functions. Recommends revisions of office procedures to improve docketing functions, expedite case processing.
Provides information in an optimally precise and accurate manner. Develops or requests new or modified reports and internal processing procedures to meet changes in USAO needs or to improve docketing efficiency and effectiveness. Advises other docketing personnel on unique or complex cases or situations. Assists in troubleshooting systemic problems and recommending solutions.
Explains the operation of the automated system and the importance of timely information to both new AUSAs and legal support staff. Provides ongoing instruction on docketing requirements and procedures. Develops local docketing training activities and materials. Ascertains the effectiveness of training sessions and makes required improvements. Develops and maintains automated records from initial referral to final disposition and case file closure.
Utilizes advanced automation techniques to produce valid and reliable data and data analyses based on the specific needs of the requester. Analyzes content to determine the nature of the USAOs interest and cause of action. Updates databases and systems to record status changes in all items docketed. Reviews reports to identify recurring errors. Recognizes data elements that are missing and locates as necessary.
Determines incoming cases or legal actions requiring special handling and makes appropriate referral prior to coding and data entry. Provides legal support services to AUSAs. Enters pertinent information into docketing system and routes to appropriate USAO employee. Conducts periodic case certification process. Reviews recurring reports (e.g., weekly reports of new claims, matter, and cases) and any statistical reports to respond to inquiries.
Makes required corrections requested by authorized USAO employees. Based on knowledge of legal processes involved, and after review of automated records, determines when a case may be closed out of the system. Reviews case files to ensure all information is correct and completes records as necessary. Receives inquiries on case status from client agencies, the Court, USAO staff, defense counsel and other individuals.
Retrieves information using query routines or from hard copy reports. Exercises confidentiality, tact, discretion, and judgment in determining what information may be properly released. Produces a variety of written documents and materials utilizing a wide range of office automation applications. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov OR Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States.
It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
Alexis.Rodarte@usdoj.gov · (505) 224-1482
This position is with Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice.
The posted pay range is $41178 – $66311/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-02.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-19 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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