Job Details for Case Manager
| Court Name/Organization | Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals |
| Overview of the Position | Are you interested in a position that supports the federal Judiciary’s mission of ensuring equal justice under the law? The Office of Staff Attorneys, U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, is seeking talented Case Managers to join our team. |
| Location | San Francisco, CA |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 05/12/2025 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | CL 23 - CL 25 |
| Salary | $49,953 - $99,314 |
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Position Description
Representative duties include detailed analysis of case filings and dockets, data entry, report generation, reviewing case information, drafting clerk orders, docketing, shipping, and responding to requests from attorneys in an environment with varied and evolving needs. Timeliness, accuracy, flexibility, and a strong work ethic are critical. Candidates should be enthusiastic, professional, curious, and able to incorporate feedback and direction from multiple sources. The successful candidate will be highly adaptable and appreciate that engaged administrative support is vital to the work of the Office of Staff Attorneys. Experience with Microsoft Office applications (SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, Dynamics) and Adobe is desired.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Salary Classifications
$49,953 - $81,211 (CL 23). Bachelor’s degree or at least two years of general work experience in an administrative support position and:
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work assignments
- Strong customer service ethic
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to take direction from multiple sources; flexible, team-oriented
$55,330 - $89,924 (CL 24). All the qualifications of level CL 23, plus:
- One year of relevant work experience
- Experience with data analysis
- Experience providing support to a large group (20 or more people)
$61,119 – $99,314 (CL 25). All the qualifications for CL 24, plus:
- Two years of relevant work experience
- Prior court experience
- Working familiarity with the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure and Ninth Circuit Rules
- Ability to perform the duties of the job independently, with minimal supervision
Employee Benefits
Total Rewards and Work-Life Balance
Salary: Depending on qualifications and experience – $49,953 - $99,314 (CL 23 – CL 25).
Time off: 13 days of paid vacation for the first three years, increasing with tenure, 13 sick days accrued per year, 11 paid holidays.
Benefits:
- Federal pension plan and optional employer-matching Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K).
- Choice of a variety of employer-subsidized federal health and life insurance plans. Optional dental, vision, and long-term care coverage.
- Flexible spending account to pay out-of-pocket health and dependent care expenses with tax-free dollars.
Other Perks: Telework opportunities; reasonable work hours; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program; public transit subsidy; on-site gym at the Browning Courthouse.
Miscellaneous
Representative duties include detailed analysis of case filings and dockets, data entry, report generation, reviewing case information, drafting clerk orders, docketing, shipping, and responding to requests from attorneys in an environment with varied and evolving needs. Timeliness, accuracy, flexibility, and a strong work ethic are critical. Candidates should be enthusiastic, professional, curious, and able to incorporate feedback and direction from multiple sources. The successful candidate will be highly adaptable and appreciate that engaged administrative support is vital to the work of the Office of Staff Attorneys. Experience with Microsoft Office applications (SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, Dynamics) and Adobe is desired.
Application Info
Please submit a single PDF application packet through the Career Portal that includes:
- A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your qualifications for performing the representative duties, and the relevant experience you would bring; and
- A current resume.
Next Steps:
- Applications will be accepted through June 6, 2025.
- Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified. Our tentative plan is to conduct via Zoom the week of June 9, 2025.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.