Chief Deputy Clerk

U.S. Courts; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 199,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 days vacation

20 days vacation after 3 years

26 days vacation after 15 years

Paid sick leave

Federal holidays

Retirement plan

Paid parental leave

On-site parking

Pre-tax spending accounts

Job summary

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 acts as alter ego to the Clerk of Court and helps oversee all Clerk's Office operations, including administrative and management functions.

Key duties include overseeing appeal processing and case management, ensuring records compliance, managing personnel, budgeting, and special projects.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all appeal processing and case management activities.
• Ensure records are maintained in accordance with procedures and quality standards.
• Manage day-to-day administration, including personnel, budgeting, and procurement.
• Develop organizational goals and plans and lead special projects for the court.

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities

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.

Requirements & Education

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.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $199275 – $209600/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-08-20.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.