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Administrative Assistant

U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

Administrative Assistant

San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    $32,940 TO $53,572*, SAN FRANCISCO CA

    Are you interested in a position that supports the federal Judiciary's mission of ensuring equal justice under the law?  This is an excellent opportunity for a college graduate interested in law school who wants to become familiar with court operations. The U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, is seeking a talented Administrative Assistant to join our team.

    REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

    • This position is located in the Clerk's Office in San Francisco and reports to the Chief Deputy Clerk. Administrative Assistants help the Court across a variety of departments and units.
    • Copying, filing, collating materials, data entry, and docketing, as well as coordinating and leading school and group tours and other civic outreach efforts.
    • Additional Courtroom Deputy responsibilities will also be assigned. 
    • Timeliness, flexibility, organizational skills, accuracy, and a strong work ethic are critical.  Fast-paced environment. Heavy lifting required.
    • The successful candidate will have a cheerful, professional demeanor and enjoy working within a diverse team environment.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS    

    A high school diploma and:

    • Proficiency with email, window applications and Adobe Acrobat; ability to work independently or in a team environment; demonstrated, proactive, problem-solving approach; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong customer service ethic; and ability to understand and apply established rules and procedures.
    • Bachelor's degree or familiarity with legal concepts and documents preferred

    TOTAL REWARDS AND WORK-LIFE BALANCE

    Salary*: Depending on qualifications and experience, $32,940 to $53,572 (CL22)  

    Time off: 13 vacation days; 13 sick leave days; 10 paid holidays

    Benefits: Employer subsidized health and life insurance plans. Dental, vision, flexible spending account, long-term care plans available. Employer sponsored pension plan and supplemental retirement contribution plans with employer match.

    Other Perks:  Telework opportunities, mass transit subsidy, reasonable work hours, team environment, creative people, and enhanced vacation accrual-based tenure.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Please submit a single PDF application packet through the Career Portal that includes: 1) cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience performing the representative duties, and 2) current resume

    NEXT STEPS

    INITIAL APPLICATION REVIEW: JULY 19, 2019 THROUGH AUGUST 2, 2019

    IF SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW, TENTATIVE INTERVIEW DATES INCLUDE THE WEEK OF AUGUST 5, 2019. VIDEO CONFERENCE INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE.

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    U.S. citizen or a permanent resident in the process of applying for citizenship. Direct deposit of pay required. Provisionally hired pending results of background investigation and fingerprinting. Positions with the U.S. Courts are at-will, excepted service appointments, and may be terminated with or without cause by the Court. Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER