Job Details for Court Services Clerk
| Court Name/Organization | Florida Middle District Court |
| Overview of the Position | The Middle District of Florida seeks a mission-driven professional to serve as a full-time Court Services Clerk to help provide fair and impartial justice. The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal, computer, and analytical skills; strong work ethic; and resilience. This meaningful career opportunity is located in the Fort Myers division. |
| Location | Fort Myers, FL |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 04/17/2025 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | CL 26 |
| Salary | $53,839 - $67,297 |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.flmd.uscourts.gov/employment |
| Announcement Number | 25-25 |
| Link to Job Announcement | |
Position Description
This position serves in the jury department, case administration, and as a backup courtroom deputy clerk. The representative duties are:
• Serves as the main jury clerk. Provide superior customer service to jurors and the court. Assist with jury logistics, including orientation, parking, lodging, and refreshments. Assist with a variety of administrative tasks, including juror attendance and payment, juror qualification, juror vouchers, juror utilization, records, statistics, and the telephonic response system. Operate the Jury Management System. Coordinate with chambers for calendaring and juror needs.
• Receives and reviews incoming documents to determine conformity with appropriate rules and court requirements. Covers the intake window on rotation. Collects appropriate fees. Utilizes automated cash register system for receipts. Assures accurate assignment of case numbers and randomly assigns cases to judges. Prepares new case files. Verifies attorneys' authority to practice before the court. Maintains the integrity of case files by monitoring proper access to records.
• Makes summary entries of all documents and proceedings in cases in CM/ECF. Ensures that all entries are appropriately linked for proper case management. Prepares and transmits court documents to appropriate parties. Answers inquiries on case status. Opens cases upon receipt of initiating documents, such as complaints, indictments, or petitions. Closes cases upon receipt of terminating documents, such as judgments and closing orders. Support all other areas within the office, as necessary.
• Serves as a backup courtroom deputy. Attend and record court sessions and conferences. Assist with the orderly flow of proceedings, including preparing the courtroom, organizing exhibits, assuring the presence of all necessary participants, assisting witnesses and jurors, and maintaining courtroom decorum. Take notes of proceedings and rulings and prepare minute entries for the record. Manage the electronic evidence presentation system and the custody of court exhibits. Keep the judge and staff informed of issues and case progress. Serve as a primary source of information about courtroom equipment for litigants and the court's schedule, including trials, hearings, and conferences. Draft judgments and other orders for the judge's approval. Utilize reports and information from the automated case management system and ensure the accuracy of statistical reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requires a professional, cooperative, and congenial demeanor at all times and strong administrative, organizational, analytical, and writing ability. Requires solid computer skills, preferably with Word, Windows, and Office 365. Bachelor's degree preferred. Legal experience preferred.
- 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
- Three years at a progressively responsible administrative level which demonstrates the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position
Employee Benefits
Employees of the U.S. Courts serve under excepted appointments and are considered "at-will" employees. They are, however, eligible for a comprehensive federal government benefits package including participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (career employees), choice of a health benefit plan from several options, dental insurance, life insurance, federal holidays, and periodic salary increases. See the U.S. Courts Website for an overview of Federal Judiciary benefits.
Miscellaneous
This position serves in the jury department, case administration, and as a backup courtroom deputy clerk. The representative duties are:
• Serves as the main jury clerk. Provide superior customer service to jurors and the court. Assist with jury logistics, including orientation, parking, lodging, and refreshments. Assist with a variety of administrative tasks, including juror attendance and payment, juror qualification, juror vouchers, juror utilization, records, statistics, and the telephonic response system. Operate the Jury Management System. Coordinate with chambers for calendaring and juror needs.
• Receives and reviews incoming documents to determine conformity with appropriate rules and court requirements. Covers the intake window on rotation. Collects appropriate fees. Utilizes automated cash register system for receipts. Assures accurate assignment of case numbers and randomly assigns cases to judges. Prepares new case files. Verifies attorneys' authority to practice before the court. Maintains the integrity of case files by monitoring proper access to records.
• Makes summary entries of all documents and proceedings in cases in CM/ECF. Ensures that all entries are appropriately linked for proper case management. Prepares and transmits court documents to appropriate parties. Answers inquiries on case status. Opens cases upon receipt of initiating documents, such as complaints, indictments, or petitions. Closes cases upon receipt of terminating documents, such as judgments and closing orders. Support all other areas within the office, as necessary.
• Serves as a backup courtroom deputy. Attend and record court sessions and conferences. Assist with the orderly flow of proceedings, including preparing the courtroom, organizing exhibits, assuring the presence of all necessary participants, assisting witnesses and jurors, and maintaining courtroom decorum. Take notes of proceedings and rulings and prepare minute entries for the record. Manage the electronic evidence presentation system and the custody of court exhibits. Keep the judge and staff informed of issues and case progress. Serve as a primary source of information about courtroom equipment for litigants and the court's schedule, including trials, hearings, and conferences. Draft judgments and other orders for the judge's approval. Utilize reports and information from the automated case management system and ensure the accuracy of statistical reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Application Info
To apply:
- Apply through the posting on https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/flmd
- Attach your cover letter and resume as PDF documents named "last name, first name"(e.g. Smith, John)
Due to the number of resumes received, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Applicants must be U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States.
Employees are required to use the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.
The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment.
* Starting salary commensurate with work experience, previous federal government service, and prior pay history.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.