Chief Deputy Clerk (Type II)

U.S. Courts

Washington, DC

JobSummary

The position of Chief Deputy Clerk (Type II) is located in the Clerk's Office of the United States Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review. The Chief Deputy Clerk (Type II) reports directly to the Clerk of Court. The Chief Deputy Clerk (Type II) serves as the office manager and is responsible to the Clerk for the administration and supervision of the office.

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SubAgencyName

United States Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court

OrganizationCodes

JL/JL02

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False

HiringPath

public

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The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court was established by Congress in 1978. The Court entertains applications made by the United States Government for approval of electronic surveillance, physical search, and certain other forms of investigative actions for foreign intelligence purposes.

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MajorDuties

Serve as the first level supervisor for Clerk's office employees. Assist the Clerk in managing, tracking and processing all budgetary requests. Manage the day-to-day caseload and ensure the court staff, the Clerk and the judges are apprised of updates as needed. Work closely with legal staff on time-sensitive matters to ensure correct and efficient processing of documents. Work closely with specific parties outside the Judiciary to collect and disseminate time sensitive information and workflow updates to the appropriate individuals. Along with others, accept and review incoming documents to ensure conformity with the appropriate rules of practice and court requirements. Assume all duties and responsibilities of the Clerk in the absence of the Clerk. Work closely with the Clerk in determining long range priorities as well as general operational management practices. Assist with coordinating and managing judicial meetings and conferences. Other duties as assigned.

Education

Undergraduate: The successful candidate must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business or public administration, political science, criminal justice, law, management or a field closely related to the subject matter of the position. Postgraduate: A postgraduate degree in public, business or judicial administration from a college or university may be substituted for one additional year of the required general experience.

Requirements

United States citizenship is required for consideration for this position. Because of the access to classified materials and information, a TOP SECRET/SCI clearance is required for this position. Preference will be given to applicants with a current and active TOP SECRET/SCI clearance. The selected candidate will also undergo a background check. Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Employees are required to use Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.

Evaluations

Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be considered by a panel. Applicants selected for an interview will need to appear in person and travel at their own expense.

HowToApply

To be considered for this "at will" position, applicants are required to submit the below listed documents: A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements. AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov) (Note: Page 5 of the AO-78 must be completed and signed.) A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and accomplishments. Failure to submit a complete and signed cover letter, resume, and AO-78 will result in immediate disqualification. The Description of Work section of the AO-78 must be complete to include salary information. Indicating "see resume" is not acceptable. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered, returned or retained. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and must travel at their own expense. Relocation expenses will not be provided. One application per candidate will be accepted for this announcement. Applications may be mailed, or hand delivered to: United States District Court Attn: Human Resources (26-FISC-01) 333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room 2712 Washington, DC 20001 Or via e-mail to: DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov If applying by email, a single attachment (in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format) in one email message should be organized as follows: (1) Cover letter, (2) AO-78, and (3) Resume. This position is open until filled with preference given to applications received by April 24, 2026.

WhatToExpectNext

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

RequiredDocuments

A cover letter detailing how your experience relates to the position requirements. AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (can be downloaded from www.uscourts.gov) (Note: Page 5 of the AO-78 must be completed and signed.) A resume detailing all relevant experience, education, and accomplishments. See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

Benefits

Full-time employees of the United States Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court are eligible for a full range of benefits to include: A minimum of 11 paid holidays per year Paid annual leave in the amount of 13 days per year for the first three years, 20 days per year after three years, and 26 days per year after fifteen years Paid sick leave in the amount of 13 days per year Federal Employees' Retirement System (FERS) Optional participation in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP), Federal Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP), the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI), the Flexible Benefits Program, the Commuter Benefit Program, and SmartBenefits (mass transit subsidy up to $340 per month) Employee Recognition Program, budget permitting Workers' Compensation Program On-site physical fitness facility Flexible work schedule Federal Occupational Health Services Program (FOH)/ On-site Health Unit Employee Assistance Program (EAP)/Work Life Services Virtual Learning through the Judiciary Online University Student Loan Forgiveness for Public Service Employees Priority enrollment for children beginning at three months of age until kindergarten of all employees of the United States Courts in the Thurgood Marshall Child Development Center (TMCDC) For more detailed information about federal court benefits, please go to: www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits.

OtherInformation

Employees of the United States Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court are excepted service appointments. Excepted service appointments are "at will" and can be terminated with or without cause by the court. Selection will be made consistent with the provisions of the Equal Employment Opportunity Plan adopted by the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia. The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this announcement. Grade/Salary Range: JSP-13 ($121,785 - $158,322) JSP-14 ($143,913 - $187,093) JSP-15 ($169,279 - $197,200) (Starting salary commensurate with work experience, qualifications and prior pay history.)

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AgencyContactEmail

DCD_HumanResources@dcd.uscourts.gov

AgencyContactPhone

202-354-3200

SecurityClearance

Top Secret