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Job Summary:
The
United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York is
accepting applications for the position of Public Information Clerk. The
incumbent performs a variety of duties, including receiving and
maintaining court files in compliance with federal and local rules and
procedures. The incumbent performs customer service and cashier duties,
provides procedural information, and collects court fees.
Duties:
-Answer
and route incoming calls, prepare case files for tracking and assist
the public in the use of computerized databases. Receive and review
incoming documents to determine conformity with appropriate fees
received over the counter and through the mail. Secure funds in cash
register, balance cash drawer at the end of the day, and process credit
card payments for filed documents. Educate filers on proper national and
local filing requirements and assist with the preparation of
educational material for Pro Se filers. Provide basic information to the
public, bar, and the court.
-Sort, classify, and file case
records. Maintain integrity of the filing system by monitoring proper
access of records for court personnel, attorneys, and others. Certify
court documents, and create and process new case files.
-Perform case management work. Review filed documents to determine conformity and take
appropriate
action, and follow up with the rules, practices, and filing
requirements. Docket ProSe filed documents, calendar documents, and
miscellaneous documents. Accept appropriate documents. Assign case
numbers, open cases in the case management system and docket initial
case opening events.
- Set up and arrange equipment in courtroom.
Create electronic log notes of proceedings, including participants
involved in court proceedings. Review transcripts submitted by agencies
to ensure they meet the court's format standards. Prepare CDs for
transcription. Arrange for and monitor the timeliness and accuracy of
the transcript being received from the transcriber and deliver to the
appropriate parties. Archive daily recordings.
-Manage cases from opening to closing. Docket all signed orders. Review, identify, and re-
search
the accuracy, timeliness, and quality of data entered into the case
record. Make corrections to the case record to comply with local and
national procedures. Ensure that all case files and related information
are in progression. Process notices of appeal and appeal-related
documents. Perform quality control on attorney-docketed entries.
-Retrieve, open and distribute mail. Log checks received in the Mail Tracking System. Verify
and process checks received by mail.
-Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
The
successful candidate is required to have a high school diploma or
equivalent; however, a four year college degree is preferred. Some
educational credits may be substituted for experience. A minimum of two
years of relevant work experience is required, with legal or court
experience a plus. Applicant must possess exceptional computer skills
with a demand for accuracy and quality assurance, and exceptional
communication skills since frequent contact is with a wide variety of
individuals within and outside the Judiciary.
Specialized Experience:
One
year of specialized experience, which includes progressive responsible
clerical work requiring application of clerical procedures involving
routine use of keyboard skills.
Specialized experience
including a broad knowledge of Bankruptcy Code and Rules, knowledge of
Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Internet browser and regular use
of scanning equipment are desirable. The position encompasses a great
deal of responsibility and requires a mature, self-motivated person with
a professional attitude. The candidate must be a team player who is
dependable, detail-oriented and able to work in a multitasking,
fast-paced environment.
Communication Skills:
Must possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Excepted Appointment:
The United States Bankruptcy Court is part of the Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government. All
applicants
must be U.S. citizens or permanently eligible to work in the United
States. The Federal Financial Management Reform Act requires direct
deposit of federal wages. All court employees are required to adhere to a
Code of Conduct. Judiciary employees serve under excepted appointments
(not civil service) and are at will employees.
Conditions of Employment:
As
a condition of employment, the selected candidate must successfully
complete an Office of Personnel Management background investigation
including an FBI National Criminal History Fingerprint check. Employment
will be considered provisional, pending a favorable suitability
determination based on the results of the background investigation.
Application Process:
Qualified applicants should submit the following:
1.
cover letter referencing Career Opportunity FY24/01 and specifying
qualifications in relation to the position, list of professional
references (at least three);
2. a detailed résumé; and ,
3. an Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (AO-78), which can be found at the court's website.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Phone calls will not be accepted.
The Court reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or fill the Career Opportunity at any time,
any of which may occur without prior written or other notice.
Diversity
is important to the Judiciary. It is an essential component of services
that the Judiciary is charged with providing to maintain justice,
equality, fairness, respect, and dignity in society. To fulfill its
duties, the Judiciary must include all members of society - not just
regardless, but also inclusive of race, gender, disability, and the many
other variables that make up the citizens of our nation.
The
Judiciary has a duty to promote a fair, just, and sustainable model of
inclusive democracy and social justice that surpasses any governmental
entity in the history of this nation or of any other nation.
Benefits:
The
United States Bankruptcy Court offers an excellent working environment.
Court employees are covered by the Court Personnel System and are
entitled to benefits listed on the United States Courts website:
11 Paid Federal Holidays
13 Annual Leave Days (per year for the first three years)
20 Annual Leave Days (after three years)
26 Annual Leave Days (after fifteen years)
13 Sick Leave Days
Federal Employees Health Benefit Plan
Federal Employees Dental/Vision Plans
Federal Employees Group Life Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Federal Employees Retirement System
Thrift Savings Plan
Fitness Center Membership (fee required)
Flexible Spending Accounts:
HealthCare Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account