The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin Clerk's Office is hiring an Administrative Attorney/Public Information Officer.
The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin Clerk's Office is hiring an Administrative Attorney/Public Information Officer.
This job uses the Court Personnel System (CPS) pay scale.
Open until filled, with preference given to applications received by 10/08/2025.
This position is located in the Milwaukee Clerk's Office of the U.S. District Court. The Administrative Attorney serves as the court's public information officer and acts as the liaison between the court and the public. The Administrative Attorney is responsible for media relations, public information, community outreach, education, publications, and events and programs for the court. The Administrative Attorney also serves as compliance officer for the court and provides the clerk's office and the court with substantive procedural and legal advice regarding day-to-day legal, administrative, and policy matters.
Responsibilities
https://www.wied.uscourts.gov/court-locations/milwaukee.
Position requires a Juris Doctor (JD). Exceptional writing and speaking skills are required. Thorough knowledge of public relations, media communications, and/or government affairs. Excellent organization and communication skills for coordinating events. Demonstrates strong research capabilities across all available resources with the ability to create and communicate complex material through clear, effective written communications. Possesses political acumen and maintains professional composure when managing challenging public affairs situations and high-pressure scenarios. Excels at building and sustaining positive communication channels between judicial institutions, media outlets, and the public to foster transparency, trust, and effective relations.
Juris Doctor (JD).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Application packets will be reviewed. Those best meeting qualifications listed in the job announcement will be interviewed.
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.
Position will remain open until filled, with preference given to applications received by October 8, 2025. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Submit single PDF to: employment@wied.uscourts.gov including:
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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