Docket Clerk New York Southern District Court New York, NY Job Details $58,169
- $94,588 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance On-site gym Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Customer communication Caseload management High school diploma or GED Legal case management Full Job Description Job Details for Docket Clerk Court Name/Organization New York Southern District Court Overview of the Position The clerk's office for the U.
S. District Court for the Southern District of New York is seeking multiple Docket Clerks. The incumbents will perform a variety of operational functions related to the maintenance and processing of case information, supporting cases from the case opening phase through the disposition phase. The incumbents will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely processing of court records while providing exceptional service to all court stakeholders. This position requires occasional travel to the 300 Quarropas Street courthouse in White Plains, New York on an as needed basis. The position reports directly to the assigned Supervisor in the Operations Department. The incumbents may be assigned to either of the following tours of duty: 8:30 a.m.
- 5 p.m. or 10:30 a.m.
- 7 p.m. Location New York, NY Opening and Closing Dates 06/10/2026
- Open Until Filled Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade CL 25 Salary $58,169
- $94,588 Announcement Number 26-23 Position Description The U.
S. District Court for the Southern District of New York is a mission‑driven workplace that values professional growth and exceptional public service. Whether you are beginning your journey in public service or advancing an established career, the court offers a rewarding environment, benefits, and a schedule that supports work‑life balance. Candidates who wish to grow professionally within a court environment are strongly encouraged to apply. The incumbents are responsible for performing a variety of docketing, case management, records maintenance, quality assurance, and administrative functions in support of the Clerk's Office. Responsibilities include reviewing, processing, and maintaining case-related documents and official court records; monitoring case activity; preparing and processing court-generated documents and notices; managing electronic workflows and case processing systems; and retrieving, distributing, and maintaining court documents and correspondence. The incumbents may also participate in cross-training initiatives, special projects, and operational assignments, and will perform other related duties as assigned to support the needs of the clerk's office. Qualifications To qualify for the position of Docket Clerk at the CL 25, the applicant must be a high school graduate, or equivalent and must possess a minimum of one year of specialized experience. Classification determination will be based upon the candidate's overall experience, qualifications, and education. Specialized work experience attained in other governmental and private sector positions may be creditable, but that experience must be evaluated to determine whether the level of experience is equivalent to work at the specified CL.
- All internal applicants requesting review of work experience outside the federal judiciary as part of the qualification process, please contact Human Resources.
General Experience Knowledge of court operations, case management, docketing, and records management practices. Ability to understand and apply federal and local court rules, policies, and procedures. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines in a high-volume environment. Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with judges, court staff, attorneys, litigants, and the public. Proficiency in CM/ECF, Microsoft Office applications, and other court-related technology systems. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Court Operations:
Knowledge of or the ability to learn court operations, functions, and organizational structure. Basic understanding of court documents. Ability to use the court automated case management system in order to obtain or research information needed to perform duties.
Information Technology and Automation:
Knowledge and skill in the use of automated equipment including MS Outlook, Word and Excel applications. The applicant is expected to use multiple web-based applications and maintain judiciary privacy and security requirements.
Judgment and Ethics:
Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment, maintain court confidentiality and security requirements, and comply with the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Specialized Experience Progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedures that demonstrate the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry or report generation. Such experience is commonly encountered in law firms, legal counsel offices, banking and credit firms, educational institutions, social service organizations, insurance companies, real estate and title offices, and corporate headquarters or human resources/payroll operations. Employee Benefits Paid Annual & Sick Leave 11 Paid Holidays Employer subsidized Health Insurance Group Life Insurance Supplemental Vision/Dental Insurance Retirement Benefits Plan (FERS) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Flexible Spending Accounts Transit Subsidy Program (pursuant to eligibility requirements) Pre-tax benefit programs On-site fitness center Employee assistance Program (EAP) Mandatory enrollment in electronic funds transfer (EFT) for net pay Miscellaneous Conditions of Employment Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship. In order to be compensated with appropriated funds for a position within the continental United States, applicants must be: U.S. citizen Lawful permanent resident (i.e., green card holder) who is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3)(B).
Note:
Some noncitizen applicants who are permanent residents may not yet be eligible to apply for citizenship at the time they begin. Such individuals may still lawfully be employed if they provide an affidavit indicating that they intend to apply for citizenship when they become eligible to do so. Employees of the U.S. District Court are not included in the government's Civil Service classification and are at-will employees. All employees, interns and volunteers are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees . The successful candidate for this position is subject to a Background check investigation for sensitive clearance. This position is subject to mandatory electronic funds transfer for payment of net pay. All internal applicants will receive an email confirming receipt of their application. If confirmation is not received within two days after the vacancy closes, please contact Human Resources. The Southern District of New York is devoted to providing an environment that supports internal career development and advancement. Application Info To be considered for this position, please submit your: Resume detailing your education and work experience. A cover letter indicating the position for which you are applying, including the vacancy number, and identify how your education and/or experience relate to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Application for Federal Employment (AO78) Only applications submitted via email will be accepted. It is preferred for the applications to be submitted in a single PDF document, and for candidates to include the vacancy number and position title in the subject field of the email containing the application. Applications submitted as zip files, cloud files and/or links will not be accepted. Applications that do not conform to the above procedures will not be considered. Only candidates selected for the testing process will be contacted. Please submit your application to . The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
