Courtroom Deputy

Job Summary

The Nebraska District Court is seeking a highly skilled Courtroom Deputy to support the judicial process. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing administrative assistance to judges and court staff, ensuring the smooth operation of court proceedings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to judges and court staff, including preparing documents, managing files, and maintaining records.
• Assist with the coordination of court hearings, trials, and other proceedings.
• Develop and implement procedures to improve court efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with other court staff to achieve common goals and objectives.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least two years of specialized experience in clerical or administrative work, preferably in a court or legal setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with judges, court staff, and the public.

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.

Mission

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