The Clerk manages the flow of cases through the court, maintains court records, and handles other administrative duties as assigned by the court. In support of that mission, the Clerk is also responsible for maintaining automation systems and programs related to electronic case filing and case processing. In addition, the Clerk oversees the bar admission and renewal process and serves as the point of contact for attorneys, litigants, and the public with respect to case-related matters.
The Clerk manages the flow of cases through the court, maintains court records, and handles other administrative duties as assigned by the court. In support of that mission, the Clerk is also responsible for maintaining automation systems and programs related to electronic case filing and case processing. In addition, the Clerk oversees the bar admission and renewal process and serves as the point of contact for attorneys, litigants, and the public with respect to case-related matters.
Starting Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The responsibilities of the Clerk of the Court of Appeals, under the supervision of the court, include but are not limited to the following:
An applicant must have at a minimum a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university. A master's degree, relevant post graduate certification, or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is preferred and may be substituted for up to 2 years of professional experience.
In addition to the above educational requirement, an applicant must have 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. This should be experience where the incumbent has gained a general understanding of court operations and the ability to lead with vision, sustain a high level of organizational excellence, develop and execute strategic plans, articulate management priorities, foster strong and effective working relationships, integrate current and future technologies, and analyze data. The overall experience must also include a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible, successful, and substantial experience in a supervisory or management role.
An applicant must have at a minimum a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university. A master's degree, relevant post graduate certification, or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is preferred and may be substituted for up to 2 years of professional experience.
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.
Although not civil service employees, federal court employees share in most of the federal fringe benefit programs, including paid annual and sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, health insurance, and life insurance, with optional vision and dental, flexible spending account program, federal retirement, and the Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K plan).
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will must be citizens of the United States or be authorized to work in the United States. The court will conduct an evaluation of each applicants' qualifications and materials after receipt of a compete application packet.
Although not civil service employees, federal court employees share in most of the federal fringe benefit programs, including paid annual and sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, health insurance, and life insurance, with optional vision and dental, flexible spending account program, federal retirement, and the Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K plan).
A complete applicant's packet must include: a cover letter, resume, salary history, and three professional references.
See 'How to Apply' for instructions.
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.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, and three professional references, by Monday, May 11, 2026, via email (as a single PDF only) to: court_vacancy@ca5.uscourts.gov.
The court anticipates that the Clerk of Court will enter on duty in September 2026 to provide an overlap with the incumbent, who retires at the beginning of October.
Due to the volume of applications received, only applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted by the court.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
