Judicial Branch Federal Government Jobs

ocation expenses will not be provided. This position is subject to mandatory electronic fund transfer (direct deposit) participation for payment of net pay.HOW TO APPLY:You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Employment is subject to background investigation and verification of information supplied. Applicants must submit a current resume and letter of interest including an outline of their skills and experience. Applicants must include the Job Code from the job posting in their letters of interest. In addition, applicants must complete and submit the Application For Judicial Branch Federal Employment (AO 78), which is available at: www.canp.uscourts.gov on the Employment Page.  In order to be able to save the completed AO 78 Application, you must have either Adobe Acrobat Standard or Adobe Acrobat Professional because having only Adobe Acrobat Reader will not permit you to save it.  As an altern

ntensive supervision programs; providing recommendations as to types of control to use, the level or intensity of supervision, and the frequency/duration of contacts; supervising the district's witness security program cases; maintaining a network of intelligence resources; and keeping informed of organized groups.Additional Duty Location Info:Oakland, CA; San Francisco County, CA; San Jose, CAREPRESENTATIVE DUTIES (cont.):Develops, evaluates, and acts as a liaison with community resource agencies essential to the correction and treatment of offenders; also acts as a liaision and maintains cooperative relationships with all components of the criminal justice system to include federal, state, and local law enforcement; correctional institutions; and social service agencies.Provides consultation to judges, attorneys, and the agency's senior management concerning specialized service programs on high-risk offenders.Represents the probation office, the court, and the probation system at i

s will not be considered complete until all of the items listed above have been received by Human Resources. Illegible or incomplete or partially completed application materials will not be considered. Do not submit the same application materials more than once.  Completed application materials must be received on or before the closing date of September 15, 2010 by close of business (5:00 p.m. PST).  It is required that you submit your application materials via e-mail to: CANP_Resumes@canp.uscourts.gov Application materials received by mail, fax, or any other means other than by e-mail to CANP_Resumes@canp.uscourts.gov will not be considered.Applicants must be U.S. citizens or be eligible to work in the United States. Only the most qualified applicants will be interviewed in person and only those who are interviewed in person will receive a written response regarding their application status.Application Materials:Current ResumeLetter of Interest including an outline of skills and e

Parole Commission, and the Federal Prison system, regarding the background and activities of individuals charged with federal offenses.  U.S. Probation Officers provide field supervision and counseling services to offenders in the community.  They are responsible for the supervision of persons conditionally released to the community by the courts, the Parole Commission, Federal Bureau of Prisons, and military authorities.KEY REQUIREMENTS:Age RestrictionsBackground and/or Security Investigation required.Must pass pre-employment examination.Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Tampa, FLConducts investigations and prepares reports for the court with recommendations for sentencing individuals and organizations convicted of federal offenses.Prepares reports, which may include application of U.S. Sentencing Commission revocation guidelines. Maintains personal contact with offenders through office and community visits and by telephone. I

hecking for proper page makeup, reviewing suggested changes, proposing changes, and locating and supplying additional case history citations where possible. Serves as webmaster for the Office's intranet website, maintaining and updating the Reporter's Office homepage.  Assists the Publications Officer and performs those duties in the Publications Officer's absence.NOTE: Previous applicants for this position should not reapply.Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DCProofreads copy for the United States Reports Preliminary Prints and Bound Volumes, to include syllabus and opinion page proofs, checking pagination, page depth, running heads, subheads, footnotes, corrected lines, and running uncorrected lines.  Proofreads Table of Cases Reported and Index for foregoing features, also checking alphabetization.  Proofreads copy for the preliminary print and bound volume orders, checking for proper page makeup, reviewing suggested changes, proposing changes, a

ations Officer's absence.NOTE: Previous applicants for this position should not reapply.Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DCProofreads copy for the United States Reports Preliminary Prints and Bound Volumes, to include syllabus and opinion page proofs, checking pagination, page depth, running heads, subheads, footnotes, corrected lines, and running uncorrected lines.  Proofreads Table of Cases Reported and Index for foregoing features, also checking alphabetization.  Proofreads copy for the preliminary print and bound volume orders, checking for proper page makeup, reviewing suggested changes, proposing changes, and locating and supplying additional case history citations where possible. Serves as webmaster for the Office's intranet website, maintaining and updating the Reporter's Office homepage.  Assists the Publications Officer and performs those duties in the Publications Officer's absence. NOTE: Previous applicants for this position should not

erience substantially equivalent to four years in publications, printing, or paralegal fields required. Should be familiar with lawbook formats.  Excellent editorial skills, including proofreading, copy preparation, and application of the technical rules of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling required.  Should have thorough knowledge of printing and composition software, such as the Miles 33 program; word-processing programs such as MSWord; and legal research tools such as Lexis and Westlaw. Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:Best qualified applicant will be invited to be interviewed. BENEFITS:You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#lifeLong-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirem

ro Area, DCThe incumbent provides in-person, telephone, and on-line help desk support for both off-the-shelf and in-house computer applications, basic webpage design, hardware/software troubleshooting, and training for Court personnel; assists in configuring, testing, and installing PCs, other equipment and desktop software; installs hardware/software upgrades, system patches; and delivers hands-on user training, technical support and problem solving advice and assistance to system users.  The incumbent is expected to react quickly to and resolve problems that may impact the critical functions of the Court.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Two to four years user support experience in a “Help Deskâ€� or “Service Centerâ€� type unit, with hands-on working-level knowledge of technology products, computer equipment, and desktop software.  Experience fielding requests for assistance, documenting and responding to trouble calls, and providing hands-on user training.  Thorough

nts selected for interviews must travel at their own expense and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.  Promotions mentioned are not guaranteed. Promotions are based on performance in the position and budget allowances. As a condition of employment, all new employees are subject to a background check or investigation which includes an FBI fingerprint check, and retention depends upon a favorable suitability determination. The Federal Financial Management Reform Act requires direct deposit of federal wages.The Court requires employees to adhere to a Code of Ethics and Conduct which is available to applicants for review upon request.   Employees of the United States Courts are not included in the government's Civil Service classification.  They are, however, entitled to the same benefits as other federal government employees. Due to the expected high volume of applicants for this position, the U.S. Courts for the District of Idaho will only make contact with those qualified app

and monitor equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met. Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan computer specifications and layouts, and peripheral equipment modifications. ·         Design, modify, adapt, and enhance existing software to correct errors, allow adaptation to new hardware, or to improve performance of the software. Create and maintain data dictionaries. Develop and perform software system testing and validation procedures and documentation. May review and analyze the work of other court programmers. ·         Confer with technical staff and end users to design software applications, including exchanging information on project limitation and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces. Consult with customers about software system design, enhancement, and maintenance. Provide end user support for applications supported. Serve as a liaison between peers and end users. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:MINIMUM/REQUIRED QUALIFICATI

hin your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLIAlternative work schedule options are available.If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSAOTHER INFORMATION:This position was advertised previously. If you applied at that time, you will be considered again for this announcement. You do not have to reapply.When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, th

es to adhere to a Code of Conduct which is available on the court's web site at www.nywd.uscourts.gov.  Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position.  Applicants selected for interviews will be required to provide copies of educational degrees, certifications, references and salary history. The successful candidate for this position is subject to a background record check and mandatory electronic direct deposit of salary payment.  The appointment is contingent upon a local background investigation containing no information that would cause the court to rescind the offer.   Judiciary employees are EXCEPTED SERVICE appointments.  Excepted service appointments are “at will,â€� and as such, can be terminated with or without cause.  The selected applicant must satisfactorily complete a 90-day probationary period.  The employing agency reserves the right to modify the conditions of this vacancy announcement at any time or to withdraw it without prior noti

lity and handling persons tactfully are essential. Work is performed in an office setting. Lifting of boxes and moving of equipment is required; therefore must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to sit and or stand for extended periods of time. Requires frequent mobility.Information Technology: Advanced skill in the use of automated equipment and applications, including Excel, WordPerfect, Microsoft Office and Powerpoint.Education: High School Diploma; degree preferred.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Qualifications:The successful candidate must have leadership qualities which include 1) the ability to collaborate and work effectively with all levels of court staff and other agencies, 2) the ability to communicate information clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner, 3) the ability to organize time and work effectively and 4) the ability to exercise good judgment and show initiative. Attention to details and analytical skills are a must. Responding to competing priorities, maintai

and statute. JOB SUMMARY:Screens new case submissions for jurisdictional and procedural compliance with the statutes and Rules of the Court, enters new cases into the automated docket, and corresponds with counsel and pro se litigants concerning jurisdictional and procedural defects. Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DCScreens new case submissions for jurisdictional and procedural compliance with the statutes and Rules of the Court, enters new cases into the automated docket, and corresponds with counsel and pro se litigants concerning jurisdictional and procedural defects. Ability to analyze complex situations, to communicate clearly, effectively, promptly and courteously, and proficiency with Microsoft Office products required. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:College degree and at least three years general experience in progressively responsible positions in an appellate court or other legal environment required.  Additional specialized experience may be s

qualified individuals. JOB SUMMARY:The Automation Support Specialist provides specialized and routine user support services, including user training and computer problem resolution. Assists in defining and implementing automation training plans. Serves as central point of information and assistance for court automation users. Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - McAllen, Pharr & Edinburg area, TXThe Automation Support Specialist provides specialized and routine user support services.  These services include but are not limited to user training and computer problem resolution. The Automation Support Specialist also assists in defining and implementing automation training plans. Serves as central point of information and assistance for court automation users. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:To qualify for the Automation Support Specialist position, a candidate:Must have four years work experience, two of which should be specialized experience with PC and networking software. An assoc

are development, testing, test automation and execution for one or more software products in the consolidated court. Programmer will work closely with the Clerk's Office, Probation Office and Pretrial Services Office in implementing technology solutions for the District. Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Houston, TXProgrammer will:Gather requirements, design, code, debug, and test software written in a variety of programming languages.Define and execute functional and unit testing on an Agile/SCRUM development team.Develop more comprehensive test specs, plans and walkthrough code to extract hidden test cases.The position provides local programming and customization of both nationally supported automated systems and off-the-shelf commercially available software to meet local court automation needs.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Required Qualifications2 or more years progressive experience designing, implementing or maintaining computer systems that included the completion of software d

rrative responses, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience.  Failure to submit the mandatory narrative responses will result in not receiving full consideration and/or rating credit.  Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, withdrawing an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.BENEFITS:The AO offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees.The Thurgood MarshallFederalJudiciaryBuilding in Washington, DC has an on-site fitness center, health unit, credit union, day care, and cafeteria.  Located in the Capitol Hill area next to Union Station, the AO is accessible by public transportation including Metro and the MARC and VRE commuter trains.As an AO employee, you may be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs:  http://www.uscourts.gov/uscourts/Careers/aopd/AO_Benefits.pdfOTHER INFORMATION:The AO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HOW TO APPLY:To apply for this position

lans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSAOTHER INFORMATION:This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. HOW TO APPLY:You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.Candidates must submit a resume, along with a narrative description of how they would approach the challenges of the job. The narrative must not exceed three (3) double-spaced pages in length. Candidates may submit these materials electronically to human_resources@wieb.uscourts.gov, or submit a hard copy by mail (in an envelope marked "Personal and Confidential") to Chief Judge Pamela Pepper, 517 East Wisconsin Avenue, Room 140, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202. The court may select certain candidates for in-person, telephone or video-conference interviews. Limited travel reimbursement may be available. Relocation expenses for the selected candidate may also be available.The United States Bankruptcy Co

nformation Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are desired but not  required.  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:1. Applicants are advised that false answers or omissions of information on any application materials or inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for nonselection, withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.2. All information is subject to verification.3. Selection for this position is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment during the pre-employment process.4. Selection for this position is contingent upon proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of authorization to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.   Examples of acceptable documentation include a U.S. passport, original or certified copy of a birth certificate issued by a state, county, or municipal authority; a certificate of U.S. citizenship, Alien Registration Receipt card; and an authorized 

offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltciNew employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retrYou will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACAYou will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLVYou will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLIYou can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSAHOW TO APPLY:Application Procedures:In a cover letter, please specify