Courtroom Deputy

Job Summary

The U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Courtroom Deputy to join our team. As a key member of our staff, you will provide administrative support to the court, ensuring the smooth operation of our judicial processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support to the court, including data entry, report generation, and word processing.
• Assist with the preparation of court documents, including pleadings, motions, and orders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including court calendars, case files, and statistical reports.
• Provide exceptional customer service to court staff, attorneys, and the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the court.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least two years of specialized experience in a clerical or administrative role, preferably in a court or legal setting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software applications, including word processing, data entry, and report generation.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance.
• Health and dependent reimbursement accounts.
• Student loan forgiveness.
• Federal Employee Retirement System.
• Thrift Savings Plan with 5% match.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Telework.
• Paid annual and sick leave.
• Paid federal holidays.
• Parking.
• On-site fitness facility.

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be a citizen of the United States or eligible to work in the United States.
• The final candidate will be subject to a background security check after a conditional offer of employment has been extended and accepted.
• Applicants will not be asked about their criminal history prior to receiving a tentative offer of employment.
• Providing false and/or misleading information may be grounds for removal from the application and selection process, as well as disciplinary action if discovered after an individual's date of hire.
• Employment will be provisional and contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the required background investigation.
• Employees are subject to mandatory electronic funds transfer.
• Except for probation officers, employees are considered 'at will.'
• Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.

Mission

The U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska exists to maintain and perpetuate a law-abiding society by preserving the rule of law through just and orderly resolution of disputes.