Chambers Administrator

The Chambers Administrator (CA) administers the operations of a Presidentially-appointed Judge's Chambers, performing technically complex and confidential administrative duties. The CA serves as the Chambers' point of contact for counsel and parties in pending cases and for Court staff and develops procedures for managing cases submitted to the Judge for adjudication. The Chambers of the Hon. Courtney D. Jones prefers applicants who have completed formal paralegal training or work experience.

Duties The Chambers Administrator (CA) is responsible for administering the operations of a Presidentially-appointed Judge's Chambers, performing technically complex and confidential administrative duties, and functioning as a paralegal. The CA serves as the Chambers' point of contact for counsel and parties in pending cases and for Court staff. The CA also serves as the principal liaison between the Chambers and the Court's administrative services, including Facilities, Financial Management, and Human Resources. Administrative and confidential assistant duties include: managing the chambers in accordance with standards established by the Judge; establishing or refining procedures for proper handling, organizing, and maintaining of records; providing for the receipt, handling, and dispatch of case-related mail, memoranda, legal files, and documents filed in cases assigned to the Judge; recommending improvements in administrative policies within the Chambers; acquiring needed equipment and supplies; receiving, processing, and preparing the Judge's responses to Law Clerk and/or Attorney-Adviser applications according to the hiring needs and policies of the Judge; drafting memoranda relating to Law Clerk and or Attorney-Advisor promotions; acting as the Chambers' manager for purposes of leave approval and time and attendance records; securing travel arrangements and processing reimbursements and expense reports. The CA serves as the Judge's confidential assistant, screening telephone calls, arranging appointments and conferences, and assembling necessary informational materials. Case management duties include: serving as case manager for cases assigned to the Judge; developing and maintaining procedures for tracking cases calendared for trial at trial sessions; reviewing and organizing materials related to trial sessions, such as pretrial memoranda, pending motions, orders previously issued, and final status reports; following procedures for handling sealed records; developing procedures for managing cases submitted to the Judge for adjudication; and overseeing groups of docketed cases assigned to the Judge. The CA will also inform and, if needed, remind the Judge of matters in the Court or the Chambers requiring consideration and disposition. Paralegal functions include: drafting orders; checking factual findings and legal citations in opinions; and reviewing transcripts and incoming motions and memoranda. In addition, the CA proofreads and formats draft opinions, including by correcting grammar and punctuation, as well as checking for accuracy. Salary

• $84,601 - $131,826/year

Qualifications Basis of Rating: Ratings will be based on an evaluation of experience as it relates to the duties of the position, and on the Special Rating Factors listed below. An applicant must provide detailed information in the application package demonstrating that the Special Rating Factors are satisfied. An applicant's resume should reflect how that applicant's background and experience relate to the rating factors listed. An applicant must provide a cover letter that outlines his/her relevant experience. Special Rating Factors: (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required) High skill level and ability in using computer programs such as MS365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint), Lexis/Nexis, and Westlaw. Demonstrated paralegal skills such as citation checking and verifying authorities contained in opinions, orders, and other legal documents. Demonstrated ability and skill in analyzing, reviewing, and evaluating established office and/or case management procedures to determine if existing procedures are effective and efficient and to develop new procedures to meet new or changing situations. Ability and skill in drafting legal documents, demonstrating attention to detail and proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Education Completion of an accredited paralegal program or paralegal experience is preferred. A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Required Documents How to Apply: All applicants must submit, in PDF format, the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS outlined below. These application materials must be submitted electronically through USAJOBS by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on January 26, 2024. See USAJOBS Help Center - How does the application process work? for guidance. Attention to detail and compliance with instructions on how to apply will be considered in the evaluation of applications. A letter of interest / cover letter. A resume highlighting relevant knowledge and experience. Guidance on preparing a resume for Federal employment can be found here: USAJOBS Help Center - What should I include in my resume? A supplemental written statement, not to exceed two pages, which provides a brief description of how your experience relates to the duties outlined in this vacancy announcement. Contact information for 3 professional references. EFFECT OF EXCEPTED SERVICE APPOINTMENT IN THE U.S. TAX COURT ON COMPETIVE STATUS: Title 26, Section 7471(a)(9) provides that "Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any employee of the Tax Court who has completed at least 1 year of continuous service under a non-temporary appointment with the Tax Court acquires a competitive status for appointment to any position in the competitive service for which the employee possesses the required qualifications." How to Apply All applicants must apply through usajobs.gov. Application documents must be received by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. To begin your online application, click the Apply button and follow the prompts to register or sign into USAJOBS, take the online questionnaire, and submit the required documents. See Required Documents section for more details. Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (202) 521-4700 or by email at humanresources@ustaxcourt.gov. The Court does not accept hard-copy application packages. The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement or to withdraw the announcement, with or without prior written or other notice.