Jury Administrator

Description:

Are you interested in a position that supports the federal Judiciary's mission of ensuring equal access under the law? Do you thrive in a team environment? The Clerk's Office of the United States District Court is seeking a talented Jury Administrator.

Requirements:

The successful candidate must:

• Be a high school graduate or equivalent with a minimum of two years of specialized experience. Specialized experience is 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. Such experience is common 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.
• Have a minimum of one year of progressively responsible administrative, technical, professional, supervisory, or managerial experience that provided an opportunity to gain: (1) Skill in developing the interpersonal work relationships needed to lead a team of employees, (2) The ability to exercise mature judgment, and (3) Knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, and theories of management and the ability to understand the managerial policies applicable to the district court.
• Have a professional demeanor, be self-motivated, be accountable to high professional standards, and possess excellent time management and organizational skills, as well as strong verbal and written communications skills. Must have the ability to convey information to individuals and large groups in clear and concise terms.
• Have knowledge of the terms and processes used for court calendars and dockets. Skill in preparing documents, compiling data, and preparing reports using the applicable software and databases.
• Have knowledge of local jury plan, administrative directives, and other policies and procedures regarding the administration of jury panels, as well as the rights and responsibilities of jurors.
• Be able to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the jury administration system and all data related to jurors and candidates. Ability to analyze, organize and audit data. Ability to coordinate with other court staff and outside agencies to refill the jury wheel and perform duties needed to manage high-profile juries. Ability to manage time wisely to select, prepare, and orient jury candidates efficiently and effectively according to the needs of the judge and the court.
• Be well versed in various automation programs, possess exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills, and enjoy working with the public.
• Possess unquestioned integrity, trustworthiness, character, and the ability to maintain confidentiality; demonstrate sound and mature problem-solving skills and judgment in handling sensitive material; exhibit a professional and positive demeanor with a customer-focused attitude; and be able to work independently. Preferred Qualifications:
  
  Experience working within the Federal Judiciary is a plus.