Job Details for Judicial Law Clerk
| Court Name/Organization: | Florida Middle District Court |
| Location: | Tampa, FL |
| Opening and Closing Dates: | 04/17/2024 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type: | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade: | JS 11 - JS 14 |
| Salary: | $72,553 - $122,198 |
| Link to Court Careers Information: | https://www.flmd.uscourts.gov/employment |
| Announcement Number: | 24-32 |
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Position Description
The judicial law clerk researches criminal and civil issues, writes extensively, attends and assists with court proceedings, and acts as an advisor by making recommendations to the Honorable Christopher P. Tuite, United States Magistrate Judge. The caseload in the jurisdiction is heavy, and the types of filings are varied, often involving novel legal questions. While the nature of the criminal and civil litigation is serious, the office environment is personable and collaborative. There is daily interaction with the Judge and other law clerks and staff concerning legal and court-related matters.
Qualification
The applicant must be a law school graduate at the time of appointment and must possess excellent research and writing skills, as well as PC proficiency in both Windows and Word. Membership on a law review editorial board, publication of noteworthy articles, post-graduate experience in a litigation practice, and/or a prior clerkship are preferred but not required. Good character, maturity, and a willingness to work long hours and under deadlines are also required. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States. The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment.
Benefits
Employment with the U.S. District Court offers a generous benefit package, civil and criminal law experience at the federal court level, and an environment providing significant responsibility and challenge. Visit OPM.gov for more information about available benefits and eligibility.
Starting salary will be commensurate with work experience and prior pay history. Salary may be higher with previous experience as a law clerk to a federal judge. Employees are required to use Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible to work in the United States. The elected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment.
How To Apply
Beginning Fall 2025, for a 2 year Term
Submit a cover letter explaining your interest in this clerkship, a resume listing your class rank, a writing sample, official or unofficial transcripts, and a list of three professional references with telephone contact numbers by email to:
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.