The Middle District of Florida seeks a mission-driven professional to serve as a full-time Court Services Clerk to help provide fair and impartial justice. The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal, computer, and analytical skills; strong work ethic; and resilience. This meaningful career opportunity is located in the Jacksonville division. This position is located in the Clerk's Office of the United States District Court and serves in the jury department, case administration, and so... more details
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The Middle District of Florida seeks a mission-driven professional to serve as a full-time Court Services Clerk to help provide fair and impartial justice. The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal, computer, and analytical skills; strong work ethic; and resilience. This meaningful career opportunity is located in the Jacksonville division.
This position is located in the Clerk's Office of the United States District Court and serves in the jury department, case administration, and some courtroom duties. The incumbent will perform a variety of tasks including docketing, quality control and case management. In the jury department, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of tasks including juror qualification, summoning, orientation, and payment.
• Serves as main jury clerk. Assist with jury logistics including orientation, parking, lodging, and refreshments. Assist with a variety of administrative tasks including juror attendance and payment; juror qualification; juror vouchers; juror utilization; records; statistics; and the telephonic response system. Operate the Jury Management System. Coordinate with chambers for daily calendaring and juror needs.
• Serves in case administration. Reviews incoming documents to determine conformity with appropriate rules, practices and/or court requirements. Files documents meeting requirements. Assures accurate assignment of case numbers and randomly assigns cases to judges. Prepares new case files. Verifies attorneys' authority to practice before the court. Furnishes information to a wide variety of people within and outside of the court, telephonically and in person. Maintains the integrity of case files by monitoring proper access to records. Ensures that all entries are appropriately linked for proper case management. Prepares and transmits to appropriate parties such items as: notices, judgments, and orders. Answers inquiries on case status. Opens cases upon receipt of initiating documents, such as complaints, indictments, or petitions. Closes cases upon receipt of terminating documents, such as judgments and closing orders.
• Organize and facilitate the monthly Naturalization Ceremonies through coordination with Judges, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, and other government and patriotic organizations throughout the Jacksonville Division.
• Perform other duties assigned
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Requires a professional, cooperative, and congenial demeanor at all times and strong administrative, organizational, analytical, and writing ability. Requires solid computer skills, preferably with Word, Windows, and Office 365. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Legal experience preferred.
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal with a wide variety of people tactfully and courteously;
Accuracy and attention to detail;
Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple assignments with frequent interruptions;
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a fast paced, team environment;
Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment;
Professional demeanor and strong work ethic;
Excellent computer skills and ability to work with a variety of programs and applications;
Three (3) years at a progressively responsible administrative level which demonstrates the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.
Information for Applicants
To apply: Information for Applicants
Apply online through https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/flmd
Submit a cover letter and resume as a PDF titled "last name, first name"
Due to the number of resumes received, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Applicants must be U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States
Employees must use the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit
The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment
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