United States District Court Western District of Kentucky Announcement Number 26-06

Position:

Courtroom Deputy Location:

Louisville, KY Starting Salary:

CL 26 ($54, 372

• $88,366)
• CL 27 ($59,732
• $97,098) Appointment at CL 26 has potential for promotion to CL 27 after one year without further competition.

Closing Date:

Friday, October 2, 2026 by 5:00 PM EST, or Until Filled

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position is located in the Clerk's Office of the United States District Court in Louisville, Kentucky, and will provide support to U.S. District Judge Claria Horn Boom and Senior U.S. District Judge Charles R. Simpson, III. The Courtroom Deputy manages the judges' caseloads and provides courtroom and other assistance through management of court calendars, attending court proceedings, recording pertinent results for minutes, and drafting and docketing orders.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Manage judge's caseload by calendaring and regulating the movement of applicable cases. Monitor the filing of pertinent documents and timely responses to judicial orders. Set dates and times for hearings, trials, and conferences. Keep judges and immediate chambers staff informed of case progress or impending changes. Informjury clerk of upcoming trials, needs for jurors, etc. Attend court sessions and conferences as needed. Manage and organize exhibits used in court proceedings, including setting up and troubleshooting electronic evidence presentation systems. Assist with the orderly flow of proceedings including, but not limited to, setting up the courtroom, ensuring all courtroom technology is operational and available. Serve as liaison with court personnel and members of the bar on issues related to courtroom technology. Assure the presence of all necessary participants, assist with the selection of juries, and manage exhibits. Take notes of proceedings, rulings, and notices, and prepare minute entries electronically. Prepare judgments and other orders for judge's review and signature. Make summary entries of documents and proceedings on the docket. Prepare and transmit to appropriate parties such items as: notices, judgments, and orders. Review information relating to pending cases to ensure all records and reference materials are available for use by the judge and counsel. Act as liaison between the clerk's office, the bar, and the judge to ensure that cases proceed smoothly and efficiently. Serve as a primary source of information on scheduling conferences, hearings, trials, and other case processes. Ensure courtroom technology equipment is set up and in working order to record court proceedings. May perform case management duties and/or provide assistance to employees performing case management duties and administrative tasks as needed. Provide general administrative support to chambers. Perform other duties as assigned to support the Court and the Clerk's Office.

QUALIFICATIONS

The applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Applicant must have minimum of 3 years of work experience. At least 1 of the 3 years must qualify as specialized experience as set forth below. For placement at the 27 level, at least 2 of the 3 years must qualify as specialized experience as set forth below. Educational substitutions for general work experience may apply on a year-for-year basis. General Experience is progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates the possession of, or the ability to acquire, the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Specialized Experience is progressively responsible clerical, administrative, or legal experience that demonstrates the ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, directives, or laws to case management duties. Specialized experience also involves the routine use of legal terminology as well as automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry, or report generation.

Candidates must also demonstrate:

Excellent organizational skill and experience handling multiple tasks and projects Superior oral and written communication skills as well as a high level of attentionto detail Knowledge of legal terminology and processes Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of automated systems Ability to work with strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

BENEFITS

13 days paid vacation per year for the first three years of full-time employment. Thereafter, 20 to 26 days per year dependent upon length of federal service 13 days of paid sick leave per year (unlimited accumulation) A minimum of 11 paid holidays per year Federal Employees Retirement System and Thrift Savings Plan Credit for prior federal government service Employee Assistance Program On-site Federal Fitness Center Optional Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Programs Optional Flexible Spending, Health Savings, and other Pre-tax Accounts for Health Care, Childcare, Vision and Dental, and Commuter and Parking Expenses

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

This position is regular and full-time. Employees of the U.S. District Court are not covered by the Office of Personnel Management's civil service classification system or regulations and are considered "at will" employees. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or a person who owes allegiance to the United States or is in the U.S. under certain legal status and actively seeking citizenship. As a condition of employment, an FBI Background Investigation is required. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit is required. Occasional travel within the district may be required. Only the most qualified applicants will be interviewed. We will not pay relocation or interview travel expenses. The Court reserves the right to withdraw or to modify the conditions of this job announcement, or to fill the position earlier than the closing date, any of which actions may occur without written notice.

Pay:

$54,372.00

• $97,098.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Loan forgiveness Paid jury duty Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance Wellness program

Work Location:

In person