Term Law Clerk to a U. S. Magistrate Judge

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Job Specifications
Classification Level: 
JSP 11/01- JSP 13/10
Salary Range: 
$80,015 - $148,255
Location: 
Los Angeles
Opening Date: 
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
Closing Date: 
Open until filled
Number of Positions: 
1
Vacancy Number: 
23-46
Job Type: 
Full Time
Position Overview: 

The United States District Court, Central District of California, invites applications for the position of Term Law Clerk to the Honorable Jean P. Rosenbluth, United States Magistrate Judge.  The Law Clerk appointment shall begin on or about October 10, 2023, for a one-year or two-year term.  This position may be extended at the agreement of the parties.

 

Representative Responsibilities: 

Principal duties of the position include:

  • Research substantive issues of federal and state law;
  • Draft legal memoranda, opinions and orders;   
  • Prepare the Judge for hearings, trials, or mediations;
  • Perform basic administrative desk duties for the Judge;
  • Assist the Judge and Courtroom Deputy Clerk with docket and case management;
  • Generally provide legal counsel and support to the Judge; and
  • Exhibit the highest standards of excellence and integrity.

 

Skills/Qualifications: 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

At the time of appointment, the candidate must possess the following minimum requirements:

  • Graduate of an ABA - accredited law school with excellent academic credentials;
  • Exceptional research and writing skills;  
  • Keen analytical ability and balanced judgment;
  • Proficiency in computer and word processing skills;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Graduate of an ABA - accredited law school with excellent academic credentials;
  • Exceptional research and writing skills;  
  • Keen analytical ability and balanced judgment;
  • Proficiency in computer and word processing skills;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.  
Compensation and Benefits: 

Compensation will be set based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate, subject to the policies and guidelines set forth in the Judicial Salary Plan.  Term Law Clerks qualify for federal employees’ group health insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, dental and life insurance.  Commuter subsidies are available to employees who utilize public transportation to and from work.

Information for Applicants: 
  • As a condition of employment, the successful candidate is required to undergo an FBI background check.  The selectee may be appointed provisionally, with retention dependent upon a favorable suitability determination from the background check.
  • The successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States currently seeking citizenship or intending to become a citizen upon meeting eligibility requirements.
  • This position is subject to mandatory electronic fund transfer (direct deposit) of bi-weekly earnings.
  • Relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.
  • The United States District Court requires employees to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Federal Judicial Employees, which is available on the Court’s website:  http://www.cacd.uscourts.gov
  • This position requires the applicant to work in person at the Roybal courthouse in downtown Los Angeles, although some remote work may be allowed at the judge’s discretion. 

HOW TO APPPLY

Interested applicants should apply through OSCAR:  https://oscar.uscourts.gov/

The Federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer