Job Details for Chief Deputy Clerk (Type II)
| Court Name/Organization | Pennsylvania Middle District Court |
| Overview of the Position | The U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full-time (40 hours/week) Chief Deputy Clerk (Type II). The Chief Deputy is a senior level management position that reports directly to the Clerk of Court, serves as second in command, and has regular interaction with Federal Judges, high level officials, court staff and the public. Under the direction of the Clerk of Court, the incumbent shares responsibility for the day-to-day supervision, management, and oversight of all facets of the operational and administrative activities of the Clerk’s Office, in addition to assisting with performance of the statutory duties of the office. This position requires an individual with the experience and leadership skills necessary to anticipate and resolve complex administrative and operational challenges with confidence. In the absence of the Clerk of Court, the Chief Deputy assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Clerk. |
| Location | Scranton, Harrisburg, Williamsport, PA |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 07/08/2025 - 07/29/2025 |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | JSP 14-1 - JSP 16-10, based on locality/duty station |
| Salary | $124,531 - $207,500 |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.pamd.uscourts.gov/human-resources |
| Announcement Number | VA 25-04 |
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The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.