Job Description
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:
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. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Duties 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. Requirements 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 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. Education A high school diploma and one year of experience in a clerk's office or other legal or government environment is required. 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. Benefits Review our benefits 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/12974172 Required Documents The following documents are required: A cover letter A resume How to Apply 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. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJobs account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJobs resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJobs account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJobs account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete. Agency contact information Human Resources Office Phone (202) 479-3404 Email hr@supremecourt.gov Address Supreme Court of the United States 1 First Street NE Washington, DC 20543 US Next steps 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. Overview Accepting applications Posted yesterday • Apply by 06/15/26 Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 15, 2026 This job will close when we have received 200 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Washington, DC No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $51,957 - $75,059 per year depending upon qualifications. Pay scale & grade GG 6 - 7
Promotion potential 7 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series 0305 Mail And File Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number SCOTUS-12974172-CL
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