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: Monday, 06/15/2026, 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.
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: Monday, 06/15/2026, 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.
depending upon qualifications.
The Assistant Clerk - File Room incumbent distributes material initiated in the Clerk's Office to the Chambers and other offices of the Court and sorts, date stamps, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail. Also stores documents, ships briefs to the Court's depositories, returns records to lower courts, and distributes bench and slip opinions. Operates computer, mail metering equipment, duplicating equipment, high-speed scanning equipment, and maintains all case files. Performs other duties as assigned.
Must be able to operate high-volume mail and duplicating equipment. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows products and Office Suite preferred. Must be able to work effectively with others.
A high school diploma and one year of experience in a clerk's office or other legal or government environment is required.
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.
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/12974172
You must upload the cover letter and resume. These two documents are required and must be received by the closing date, 06/15/2026, in order to be considered. Please submit only these documents unless you have prior federal and/or military experience. In that case your most recent SF-50, Statement of Service, and/or DD-214 will also be required.
Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.
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