Clerk of Court / District Court Executive

Clerk of Court / District Court Executive

United States District Court for the Western District of Washington, Tacoma, WA

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 24-WAW-23
ANNOUNCEMENT DATE: July 29, 2024
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled; Position available around October or November 2024.

The United States District Court for the Western District of Washington is seeking a dynamic, inspiring, and effective leader for the position of Clerk of Court / District Court Executive. This is an executive-level management position, responsible for operational and administrative management of the Court.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Clerk of Court’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Working closely with the Chief Judge regarding Court administration;
2. Developing innovative approaches to achieving the Court’s mission;
3. Managing the District Court’s annual budget;
4. Directing the Court’s financial, procurement, and facilities services functions;
5. Ensuring comprehensive human resources services to the Court;
6. Serving as the custodian of federal funds and property;
7. Analyzing and making recommendations on statutes, local rules, and procedures affecting the operation of the Court;
8. Directing the processing of civil and criminal cases, the issuance of process, and the maintenance of official records in the custody of the Court;
9. Serving as liaison for the Court to federal and local government agencies, bar groups, media representatives, and the public;
10. Overseeing the Court’s IT infrastructure and cybersecurity initiatives;
11. Coordinating statistical studies and reports as required by the Court, the Circuit, and the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts;
12. Providing general assistance to the Court in the performance of day to day responsibilities;
13. Embracing and supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public service or business. This experience should provide a thorough understanding of the organizational, procedural and human aspects of managing an organization. At least three of those ten years must include substantial management experience at an executive level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of a master’s degree in court, public, or business administration. Prior federal court administrative experience at the Chief Deputy or other manager level.

EDUCATION

A bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in government, public, business, or judicial administration or related field is required.

SALARY RANGE: Judiciary Salary Plan – Court Unit Executive
JSP 16, Step 1 – 10, $188,765 - $243,300
JSP 17, Step 1 – 10, $216,793 - $243,300
Depending on experience and qualifications.

PROCEDURES FOR SELECTION: The Court will screen all applications and the best qualified applicants will be invited for interviews. Applicants selected for all interviews must travel (for in-person interviews) or connect via Zoom (for remote interviews) at their own expense.

Qualified applicants are required to submit the following:
• Cover letter.
• Completed AO 78 form.
• Statement of Qualifications.
• Resume detailing years of specialized experience, including management experience.
• List of at least three professional references along with contact information.
• Provide examples that demonstrate a variety of oral and written skills.

BENEFITS: Judiciary employees participate in the Federal Employees Retirement System, health and life insurance benefits, long term disability and long term care options, annual and sick leave accrual, and eleven paid holidays per year.

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS: This is an executive-level, high-sensitive position within the Judiciary. The United States District Court requires employees to follow the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Reference checks with current and former employers will be conducted on top candidates.

Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. The United States District Court for the Western District of Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.