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Supervisor (Documents Control Section)

Judicial Branch
Supreme Court of the United States

Summary

This is a full-time position with the Clerk's Office at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 02/04/2026, 11:59 PM ET

Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/21/2026 to 02/04/2026
This job will close when we have received 200 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$102,415 to - $133,142 per year

depending upon qualifications.

Pay scale & grade
GG 12
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
SCOTUS-12864068-CL
Control number
854985100

Duties

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The primary responsibility of the Supervisor - Documents Control Section is to oversee the work of the Documents Control Section in order to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the Section's work. The incumbent coordinates the development of written procedures and improvements in processing of filings assigned to the Section, and along with the other members of the Section, screens submissions for compliance with the Rules of the Court, enters filings into the automated docket, and corresponds with counsel and pro se litigants concerning defective filings.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
  • Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

The position requires a thorough knowledge of judicial organization, operations, jurisdiction, Rules, and procedures. Incumbent must possess strong analytical judgment with keen attention to detail; the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and courteously, both verbally and in writing; the ability to manage others and to work cooperatively and constructively with the Clerk's Office management team; and exhibit the highest levels of discretion and judgment.

Education

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A college degree and at least three years of experience working in a court or comparable legal environment is required. Progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience - preferably in reviewing and docketing submissions in a Clerk's Office - is also required. Additional specialized experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.

Additional information

Working for the Supreme Court of the United States offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and the SmartBenefits transit subsidy.

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.

Your answers to the assessment questionnaire are required and will be used to evaluate your application. To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12864068

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