The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Tennessee is accepting applications for the full-time position of Clerk of Court. The Office of the Clerk includes a headquarters office in Memphis, Tennessee and one divisional office in Jackson, Tennessee. As the Court Unit Executive of the Clerk's Office, the incumbent is responsible for managing the operational and administrative duties of the office and ensures its compliance with statutory requirements.
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Tennessee is accepting applications for the full-time position of Clerk of Court. The Office of the Clerk includes a headquarters office in Memphis, Tennessee and one divisional office in Jackson, Tennessee. As the Court Unit Executive of the Clerk's Office, the incumbent is responsible for managing the operational and administrative duties of the office and ensures its compliance with statutory requirements.
This job uses the Judiciary Salary Plan (JSP) pay scale.
This position requires a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public service or business that provided a thorough understanding of organizational, procedural, and human aspects in managing an organization. At least three of the 10 years of experience must have been in a position of substantial management responsibility. Such experience should include operational knowledge of the courts, financial management, budget and staffing planning and projections, space and facilities management, human resources management, oversight of information technology, and long- and short-range planning.
The successful candidate will have excellent analytical skills, good judgment, and solid problem-solving experience. Proven leadership talent is expected, along with outstanding oral and written expression. The new Clerk must also have the ability to foster strong and effective working relationships. The court fosters a culture of high performance and continuous improvement, and the Clerk must always maintain a professional demeanor.
A bachelor's degree from a college or university of recognized standing is required. Preference may be given to candidates whose education is in government, public, business, or judicial administration. A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school is preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates with bankruptcy knowledge and/or bankruptcy court experience. Knowledge of office automation, including automated case management systems and a working knowledge of the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and the Court's Local Rules is preferred.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants that meet the requirements and preferred qualifications/education listed in the job will be considered.
Please read the "How to Apply" section.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To be considered for this position, please submit the complete application packet as outlined.
Qualified applicants will be notified for an interview.
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