What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Assistant - Reporter of Decisions position at Supreme Court of the United States?
Summary
This is a summer position with the Office of the Reporter of Decisions at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.
Closing Date : Saturday, 03 / 08 / 2025, 11 : 59 PM EST
Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Duties
The Office of the Reporter of Decisions is responsible for preparing the Court's opinions and orders for publication in the official United States Reports. The Summer Assistant will assist with projects and other general office work.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
Applicants must meet the following qualifications :
1. Meet education requirements (see below).
2. Work experience, preferably in an office setting.
3. Previous editing and legal research experience is strongly preferred.
4. Ability to communicate clearly, courteously, and effectively both orally and in writing is required.
5. Availability for at least eight weeks.
Education
Successful completion of at least one year of law school is required.
Additional information
Summer Assistants are temporary staff members. Appointments are for a minimum of 8 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks. Summer Assistants are eligible for the SmartBenefits transit subsidy. Please note that the Court does not offer a parking benefit to Summer Assistants.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.
Your answers to the assessment questionnaire are required and will be used to evaluate your application. To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https : / / apply.usastaffing.gov / ViewQuestionnaire / 12668638
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As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
The following documents are required :
A resume
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must upload the cover letter, resume and transcript. These documents and the completion of the online questionnaire are required and must be received by the closing date, 03 / 08 / 2025, in order to be considered. Please submit only these required documents.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJobs account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJobs resume and / or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Agency contact information
Human Resources Office
Phone
202) 479-3404
hr@supremecourt.gov
Address
Supreme Court of the United States
1 First Street NE
Washington, DC 20543
Next steps
Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
The following documents are required :
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
You must upload the cover letter, resume and transcript. These documents and the completion of the online questionnaire are required and must be received by the closing date, 03 / 08 / 2025, in order to be considered. Please submit only these required documents.
Agency contact information
Human Resources Office
Phone
202) 479-3404
hr@supremecourt.gov
Address
Supreme Court of the United States
1 First Street NE
Washington, DC 20543
Next steps
Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
