Clerk of Court - U.S. Bankruptcy Court, EDNY

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The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York is seeking a highly qualified, full-time professional to serve as the Clerk of Court. This is an executive-level management position, responsible for operational and administrative management of the Court.

The Clerk of Court serves under the direction of the Chief Judge and is responsible for performing the statutory duties of the Office of the Clerk pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 751. The Clerk is responsible for managing all administrative and operational activities of the Clerk's Office and overseeing the performance of the statutory duties of the office, including establishing strategic goals; budget development and execution; and coordinating activity with other court units, federal agencies, and legal associations. The Clerk's Office is also responsible for providing administrative support services in the areas of human resources, information systems, space and facilities and finance.

The Clerk's Office currently has 42 employees and provides operational support to six bankruptcy judges in two offices located in Brooklyn and Central Islip. Periodic travel between offices will be required.

Representative Duties :

The Clerk performs duties that include, but are not limited to :

• Working closely with the Chief Judge and other judges regarding court administration policy.
• Creating a vision of excellence through strategic planning in an environment of limited and decreasing

resources.

maintain a good customer service-based organization.

business.

expenditures, accounting, and any other fiscal responsibilities in accordance with statutory

requirements.

operations of the court.

reporting requirements, inventory control, and human resources management.

Qualifications : Mandatory :

experience in public service or business and a thorough understanding of managing a complex

organization.

Substantial management responsibility is defined as high-level administrative experience that provides

a thorough understanding of the organizational, procedural, and human aspects of managing an

organization. Such experience typically includes financial management, space and facilities

management, oversight of the information technology and human resources functions and long and

short-range workforce management planning.

Preferred :

and administration, is preferred.

or a related field is strongly encouraged.

demands; strong organizational, prioritizing, problem solving and conflict resolution skills; and solid

oral and written communication skills are essential.

management priorities, foster strong and effective working relationships and work collaboratively with

others.

accomplishments.

and analyze relevant data.

an open mind to ensure forward, creative thinking; exceptional presentation skills and the ability to

effectively interface with judicial officers; ability to resolve conflict through thorough investigation and

mediation skills.

Substitutions :

year-for-year active practice experience for the necessary management or administrative experience.

of the required general experience.

recognized standing may be substituted for one additional year of the required general experience.

the required general experience.

Personal Characteristics :

Applicants must have strong leadership qualities, integrity and excellent interpersonal, communication,

organizational and conflict resolution skills. The ideal candidate would have experience in technology,

personnel development, staff motivation and all aspects of Court services. The ideal candidate can work

well with the public, the Bar of this Court, and fellow employees.

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 Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

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 Retirement System

Long-Term Care Insurance

Federal Employees Group Life Insurance

Federal Employees Health Benefit Plan

Fitness Center Membership (fee required)

Flexible Spending Accounts :

Information for applicants :

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview.

Applicants selected for interviews must travel to Brooklyn or Central Islip, New York at their own expense.

Only applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted by the Court.

Judiciary employees serve under excepted appointments and are considered at-will employees.

The initial appointment to this position is provisional pending the successful completion of the required ten-year background investigation and subsequent favorable suitability determination, and every five years thereafter will be subject to re-investigation.

Direct deposit is required for payment of compensation for

employees.

All applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanently eligible to work in the United States.

The Court requires employees to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.

The Clerk of Court is required to adhere to the Court's Employment Dispute Resolution Plan (EDR Plan).

The United States Bankruptcy Court reserves the right to amend the conditions of this position announcement or to withdraw the announcement at any time without prior written or other notice.

How to apply :

Qualified applicants should submit the following documents :

A cover letter or letter of interest.

Current résumé detailing specialized experience, salary history, functions managed, and number of personnel supervised.

A separate narrative of no more than two pages that describes applicant's leadership style, philosophy, and vision, with a description of the applicant's experience with human resources and information technology

and systems.

Completed and signed Form AO 78, Application for Federal Judicial Branch Employment.

All documents should be emailed as one PDF to the email listed on the vacancy announcement. VISIT THE COURT'S SITE.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application deadline :

This position will remain open until filled. However, priority will be given to applications received by

5 : 00 p.m. EST on October 18, 2024.

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.