Courtroom Technology Specialist

JobSummary

The Courtroom Technology Specialist will work in a team environment providing support to the staff of the U.S. District Court and U.S. Probation Office. The Courtroom Technology Specialist is responsible for assisting in planning, research, and installation as well as maintenance, support and training for courtroom audio/video systems and services. Incumbents will also assist with mobile device management and provide general IT support and asset management.

LowGrade

26

HighGrade

26

PromotionPotential

26

SubAgencyName

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia

OrganizationCodes

JL/JL02

Relocation

False

HiringPath

• public

MCOTags

TotalOpenings

1

AgencyMarketingStatement

The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia is part of the judicial branch of the federal government. There are 94 U.S. District Courts in the country with at least one in every state and in all U.S. territories. Virginia is bifurcated geographically and consists of two Districts - the Eastern District and the Western District. The Eastern District of Virginia has four divisions: Alexandria, Norfolk, Newport News, and Richmond. There are approximately 6.5 million residents within the Eastern District of Virginia's jurisdiction. Federal courts hear cases involving the constitutionality of laws, disputes between states, and criminal cases originating from various federal agencies with law enforcement authority.

TravelCode

0

MajorDuties

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of applicable audio/visual/teleconferencing technology used in the court to ensure reliable and effective operation. Provide hardware support for all audio/visual systems including the ability to move and connect mobile audio/visual/teleconferencing equipment. Troubleshoot audio/visual/teleconferencing equipment at hardware level. Provide on-site repair, reconfiguration, adjustments, and replacement of audio/visual/teleconferencing equipment and supplies. Perform testing and regular preventive maintenance. Configure security mechanisms to protect hardware and software resources. Create and maintain hardware documentation. Assist in the development and instruction on procedures for coordinating video and teleconference for the court. Coordinates videoconferences. Serve as instructor for non-technical staff on courtroom technology techniques, applications, and unitization. Assist in developing procedural guidelines and training documentation, as needed for end users. Serve as training coordinator for judges, attorneys, bar associations, and court staff on the use of audio/visual/teleconferencing technology in courtroom and conference room environment. Test and evaluate new technology prior to application in court environments. Recommend, schedule, plan, and oversee the installation and testing of new products and improvements to computer systems ensuring minimal disruption to the court. Assist with managing mobile devices using an MDM solution and other tools. Respond to help desk calls and emails, log computer problems, and assist with routine problems; problems that are not quickly resolved or require a subject matter expert may be escalated to the next level. Provide backup assistance to the Courtroom Technology Administrator and other IT staff. Perform inventory control duties as it relates to IT. Participate in local or national conferences and similar gatherings to continue professional development. Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Education

High School graduation or equivalent required.

Requirements

Employees must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. Employees will be hired provisionally pending the results of a background investigation. 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

We will review your resume and support documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If your complete application meets the basic qualifications, it will be forwarded to the hiring official for further consideration and scored on your level of experience and competencies needed to perform the duties of the position.

HowToApply

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, list of professional references, and form AO78 Application for Employment in one (1) PDF formatted document. Priority review for applications received by February 26, 2026. Submit materials electronically to Jobbox5@vaed.uscourts.gov with subject line: Courtroom Technology Specialist. Hard and faxed copies of applications will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

WhatToExpectNext

Applicants who receive the highest ratings will be contacted for an interview. Other applicants will not be contacted.

RequiredDocuments

Cover letter; Detailed resume; AO-78, Application for Federal Judicial Branch Employment; and List of professional references. See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

Benefits

Pay is only part of the generous total compensation package you will receive while working for the federal Judiciary. We offer employees a diverse group of benefit programs and family friendly flexibilities to meet the needs of you and your family. A generous benefits package is available and includes: A minimum of 11 paid holidays per year Paid annual leave and paid sick leave Retirement benefits Optional participation in the Thrift Savings Plan Optional participation in choice of Federal Employees' Health Benefits with optional participation in the choice of Supplemental Dental and Vision Insurance. Optional participation in choice of Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Optional participation in the Flexible Benefits Program Optional participation in Long- Term Care Insurance Optional participation in private long-term disability plan Situational telework authorized Credit for prior government service

BenefitsUrl

https://www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits

OtherInformation

To view the full job announcement please visit our website at www.vaed.uscourts.gov. The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, to withdraw the job announcement, or to fill the position sooner than the closing date, if a closing date is shown; any of these actions may occur without any prior written or other type of notice. Positions with the United States District Court Clerk's Office are Excepted Service appointments. Excepted service appointments are at will and can be terminated with or without cause by the Court. The United States District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer

KeyRequirements

WithinArea

False

CommuteDistance

0

ServiceType

02

AnnouncementClosingType

01

AgencyContactEmail

Jobbox5@vaed.uscourts.gov

AgencyContactPhone

757-222-7303

SecurityClearance

Not Required

DrugTestRequired

False

AdjudicationType