Courtroom Clerk

Summary

The Courtroom Clerk works in the divisions of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and is responsible for managing courtroom operations and specialized calendars. This announcement will create a 6-month roster for Superior Court Courtroom Clerk vacancies. The starting salary will be a Grade 7 unless you are currently in the Federal or DC Government and are considered a transfer. If you previously applied for a Courtroom Clerk posting, you must reapply for consideration.

Duties

• The Courtroom Clerk will be expected to perform the following duties in a timely and competent manner, exercise sound and professional judgment, work independently and cooperatively, and communicate in a clear and courteous manner. Provides accurate case information and assistance in a prompt and courteous manner. Manages courtroom operations to ensure that appropriate personnel and parties are present for proceedings and that the courtroom is ready prior to calling the judge into the courtroom; calls the courtroom to order as needed. Administers oaths to jurors, witnesses, and interpreters; takes notes and generates necessary paperwork in accordance with the rulings of the courts; inputs data as needed to ensure complete and accurate court records. Assists the jury selection process by conducting roll calls of jurors, recording the number of strikes taken by each attorney, maintaining a list of all jurors selected, and communicating with the Juror Office, as required. Submits requests and ensures the presence of language access interpreters and court reporters. Accurately maintains the official court record of court proceedings in a timely manner; prepares minutes and records appearances of court participants. Receives, marks, maintains records, and temporarily assumes custody of evidence and exhibits until returned to the filer. Enters case dispositions, judgments, postponements, fines, and costs ordered by the judge into the court's case management system. Prepares judicial orders, bench warrants, commitments, judgments, notices, and other court documents and forms as required, directed, or pursuant to the court's ruling and provides copies to parties in compliance with the business processes and standard operating procedures. Acts as a primary liaison to the assigned judicial officer for purposes of conducting proceedings, provides technical assistance and serves as an administrative resource in the courtroom. Participates in training to ensure professional development and competency to provide services in all case types; assists in cross-training co-workers as needed or directed. Provides coverage for courtrooms and calendars in other divisions and offices as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED plus three (3) years of administrative or clerical experience in a court, legal, or office environment; or an associate's degree plus one (1) year of administrative or clerical experience in a court, legal, or office environment. Some familiarity with the criminal judicial system, judicial branch, or legal terminology is preferred. Proficient experience in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe. Must possess the ability to: multitask, work well with a diverse group of people, accurately type in real time while monitoring a proceeding, pay attention to detail, be attentive, organized, and able to work under pressure. The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts' values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency.

Requirements

A background check and security investigation is required. A probationary period of one year (1) is required for all new court employees.

Education

To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/ Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications.

How to apply

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin the application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires and assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows: 1. Click the Apply Online button. 2. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation. 3. Click the Submit Application button before 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date. To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed. To view the announcement status or your application status: Click on this: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application.