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Job Details for Term Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge

Court Name/Organization: Colorado District Court
Overview of the Position: The U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado has an opening for a judicial law clerk (term) in the chambers of U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan Prose. This is a full-time, in-person position eligible for federal government benefits. The position is open immediately, to commence as soon as feasible and no later than the last week of August 2024. It will be for a term of up to two years.
Location: Denver, CO
Opening and Closing Dates: 04/22/2024 - Open Until Filled
Appointment Type: Permanent
Classification Level/Grade: JSP 11 - JSP 13
Salary: $80,665 - $114,970
Link to Court Careers Information: https://www.cod.uscourts.gov/HR/EmploymentOpportunities.aspx
Announcement Number: 2404
How To Apply

Applicants must apply online through OSCAR. Through OSCAR, each applicant should submit:

  1. Application form AO78 (Download it here). Save and upload application as “Resume” through OSCAR. All applicants for this position must also complete the “Optional Background Information” section of the AO78 (page 5) for consideration;
  2. Cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position (please no form letters);
  3. Current résumé;
  4. Writing sample that is substantially your own work, with at most minimal edits, comments, or direction by others;
  5. Current law school and undergraduate transcripts;
  6. Contact information for three professional references.

Incomplete applications may not be considered. Please DO NOT send any application materials to us through any other means, including in hard copy or via email.

Judge Prose may also require applicants to complete a writing assignment from candidates who are chosen to interview.

Contact our HR Division at cod_hrd@cod.uscourts.gov with questions.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.