Position Overview

Representative Duties

Qualifications

To be qualified for appointment as Chief Deputy Clerk, a candidate must possess a Juris Doctor degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be admitted to the bar in a federal court of general jurisdiction. In addition, the successful candidate must be a leader, motivator, highly organized, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.  Candidate must also have the ability to provide innovative solutions to workplace problems and employee relation issues, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, have expertise in dealing with others in person-to-person work relationships, and strong analytical and project management skills.

Each candidate must also have a performance history that demonstrates strong organizational and problem solving skills, the ability to exercise sound judgment and a strong work ethic. In addition, a minimum of three years of general experience and three years of specialized experience is required as indicated below:

General Experience: A minimum of three years of progressively responsible general administrative or professional experience in public service or business which provided an opportunity to study, practice and implement the basic theories, concepts, principles, and policies of sound and effective management.

Specialized Experience: A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in a position with substantial senior management responsibilities, preferably in judicial administration or operations of a federal or state court.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must be United States citizens or lawful permanent residents actively seeking citizenship. Judicial Branch employees are considered "at will" employees and are not subject to the employment regulations of competitive service. Salary will be based on experience and qualifications. Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit is required.

Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees, which is available to applicants to review upon request.

The Chief Deputy travels regularly within the district to divisional offices in Elizabeth City, Greenville, New Bern, and Wilmington.

Applicants will be required to submit to a background investigation (including references, criminal history, and credit history) prior to an offer of employment being made. The person selected for this position will also be required to submit fingerprints for an FBI background check. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate must successfully complete a ten-year background investigation with periodic updates every five years thereafter.

Application Procedures

All interested persons should apply online by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nced, and submit an application package which is to include:

• A cover letter of interest that addresses qualifications and relevant experience; 
• A current resume including salary history;
• A narrative statement that details management philosophy and personal leadership style;
• Names and contact information for 3 professional references; and,
• Form AO 78, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment.

Travel and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed. The court provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, to withdraw the job announcement, or to fill the position at any time before the closing date, any of which actions may occur without any prior written or other notice. Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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General questions may be sent via email to NCE_Human Resources@ncep.uscourts.gov