Job Summary

The Judicial Assistant provides administrative, case-related, and management support to a federal circuit judge and is responsible for all day-to-day operations of the judge's chambers. The Judicial Assistant exemplifies and fosters an atmosphere of professionalism, teamwork, mutual respect, and dedication to public service.

Job Description

High school graduate or equivalent. Minimum two years of general office experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work with professionals on deadlines. The ability to work independently, anticipate needs and problems, and take initiative, including learning, adapting, or developing systems as needed. The ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and exercise independent judgment. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong computer skills (software including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Internet research). The ability to maintain the strictest confidence and to build a relationship of trust with the judge and other members of the chambers staff. General office experience consists of clerical or secretarial experience that provided familiarity with best office practices, such as filing, typing, and professional telephone usage. Specialized experience consists of progressively responsible secretarial experience that involved responsibility as the principal office assistant to a supervisor/executive who was dealing with law-related matters (as might be found in a law, insurance, or real estate office). To qualify for higher pay grades, in addition to two years of general experience, incumbent must possess: three years of specialized experience to qualify for Grade 8; four years of specialized experience to qualify for Grade 9; five years of specialized experience to qualify for Grade 10; and six years of specialized experience to qualify for Grade 11.