Court Operations & Records Specialist

U.S. Courts; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick leave

Parental leave

Federal holidays

Health benefits

Life insurance

Flexible benefits

Transit subsidy

Fitness center

EAP

Job summary

U.S. Courts, Clerk's Office, is seeking a full-time Judicial Services Specialist in Washington, DC. The role supports records management, courtroom operations, and attorney services to ensure smooth court proceedings and accurate filing of records.

Responsibilities include document processing, courtroom deputy functions, and coordination with chambers staff. Eligible for telework; minimum high school diploma required with comprehensive federal benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Telework eligible.

Responsibilities

• Filing and document processing: receive, date-stamp, sort, and scan paper documents; ensure proper upload; provide status feedback to supervisor.
• Maintain paper briefs and appendices; track deadlines and extensions; handle sealed/confidential documents.
• Courtroom hearing support: set up courtroom, coordinate with counsel, operate equipment, create electronic recordings, assist with proceedings.
• Provide attorney services support: prepare admission certificates; process certificates of good standing; assist with electronic filing procedures.
• Coordinate with Case Management for attorney matters; maintain file room operations and records tracking systems.
• Assist with management of reception/public counter and office supplies; provide backup support during peak periods.
• Communicate with judges, chambers, and management; explain complex procedural matters; develop written procedures.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Courts, Clerk's Office, is seeking a full-time Judicial Services Specialist in Washington, DC. The role supports records management, courtroom operations, and attorney services to ensure smooth court proceedings and accurate filing of records.

Responsibilities include document processing, courtroom deputy functions, and coordination with chambers staff. Eligible for telework; minimum high school diploma required with comprehensive federal benefits.