Job Summary

The Clerk's Office of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York is now accepting applications for the position of Courtroom Deputy in its Manhattan office. As a member of a chambers team, the Courtroom Deputy functions in an administrative capacity, manages a judge's caseload, and provides courtroom assistance.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications: To be eligible for appointment at the entrance level, a candidate must possess a minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience demonstrating: The regular and recurring application of clerical procedures; The routine use of specialized terminology and the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives or laws; and Expertise with current computer software to include Office 365 Such experience is most often encountered in law firms, offices of legal counsel, or municipal, state, and federal courts. Completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for 2 years of experience. Candidates must also demonstrate: Experience in dealing with routine and complex assignments and a demonstrated ability to think through, analyze, and interpret written communications, together with skill in prioritizing tasks and work assignments; An ability to apply a body of rules, regulations and policies; Superior oral and written communications skills; Strong inter-personal skills; and A professional demeanor and appearance appropriate for a law or professional office environment.