Courtroom Deputy Clerk (CL 26/27)

Middle District of Florida•Tampa, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Middle District of Florida seeks a full-time Courtroom Clerk in the Tampa division to serve the Court in its mission to provide fair and impartial justice to all. The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal, computer, analytical, organizational, communication, and multi-tasking skills, along with a strong work ethic and resilience. The Courtroom Clerk manages all aspects of criminal and civil cases pending in the Middle District of Florida by scheduling trials, hearings and other events; monitoring case filings by using reports and information from the automated case management system; preparing files for the judge’s use in court; drafting judgments and other orders for the judge’s approval; docketing judgments, orders and notices; and working with the judge and chambers staff to ensure cases are progressing smoothly and efficiently. The Courtroom Clerk attends court sessions, assisting with the orderly flow of proceedings. This includes arranging the courtroom, assuring the presence of all necessary participants, ensuring courtroom technology is working properly, managing exhibits, assisting witnesses and jurors, maintaining courtroom decorum, taking notes of proceedings and rulings, and preparing and docketing minute entries for the record. Additionally, the Courtroom Clerk performs various clerical functions to support the effective coordination and administration of court operations, including quality control reviews to ensure the accuracy and compliance of submitted documents. The Courtroom Clerk will also assist the jury department on jury selection days. The Courtroom Clerk acts as a liaison between the clerk's office, other court agencies, the bar, and the judge, and serves as a primary source of information about courtroom equipment and the court’s schedule.

Requirements

Three (3) years at a progressively responsible administrative level which demonstrates the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.
Professional, cooperative, and congenial demeanor at all times.
Strong administrative, organizational, analytical, and writing ability.
Solid computer skills, preferably with Word and Windows.
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal with a wide variety of people tactfully and courteously.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple assignments with frequent interruptions.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a fast paced, team environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment.
Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
Excellent computer skills and ability to work with a variety of programs and applications.
Must be U.S. citizens or eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Applicants with prior federal court experience may be eligible for a starting salary above the minimum.
Starting salary at the CL 27 requires prior Courtroom Clerk experience.

Responsibilities

Manages all aspects of criminal and civil cases pending in the Middle District of Florida by scheduling trials, hearings and other events.
Monitors case filings by using reports and information from the automated case management system.
Prepares files for the judge’s use in court.
Drafts judgments and other orders for the judge’s approval.
Dockets judgments, orders and notices.
Works with the judge and chambers staff to ensure cases are progressing smoothly and efficiently.
Attends court sessions, assisting with the orderly flow of proceedings.
Arranges the courtroom, assures the presence of all necessary participants, ensures courtroom technology is working properly, manages exhibits, assists witnesses and jurors, maintains courtroom decorum, takes notes of proceedings and rulings, and prepares and dockets minute entries for the record.
Performs various clerical functions to support the effective coordination and administration of court operations, including quality control reviews to ensure the accuracy and compliance of submitted documents.
Assists the jury department on jury selection days.
Acts as a liaison between the clerk's office, other court agencies, the bar, and the judge.
Serves as a primary source of information about courtroom equipment and the court’s schedule.