Job Details for Generalist Deputy Clerk
| Court Name/Organization | Georgia Northern District Court |
| Overview of the Position | The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia seeks a high achiever interested in a career with the federal judiciary to serve as a generalist deputy clerk in the clerk’s office, Rome division. The Rome clerk’s office is a two-person office that provides all services facilitating the day-to-day operations of the division. This position will report to the deputy-in-charge. Priority to applications received by Nov. 14, 2025. |
| Location | Rome, GA |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 10/28/2025 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | CL 24 - CL 25 |
| Salary | $46,804 - $84,010 |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.gand.uscourts.gov/employment |
| Announcement Number | 25-27 |
| Link to Job Announcement | |
Position Description
Representative Duties: Make summary entries of all documents and proceedings on the docket, including but not limited to pleadings, petitions, motions, complaints, minutes, and orders; assist in civil and criminal management; prepare and transmit items such as notices, judgments, and orders to appropriate parties; inform parties when a judgment or appealable order is entered on the docket; answer inquiries on case status; open cases upon receipt of initiating documents such as complaints, indictments, or petitions; close cases upon receipt of terminating documents; perform quality control reviews of electronically filed pleadings, noting errors and following appropriate procedures to correct them; communicate with judges’ chambers regarding case filings; respond to questions and requests from members of the bar on the use of electronic case filing; review e-filed documents and take appropriate action; issue civil process such as summonses, subpoenas, and writs of attachment; collect fees; maintain records; furnish information at the public counter, on the telephone, and in written response to inquiries received from the Court, bar, and public; issue arrest warrants and defendant summonses as requested by the U.S. Attorney or as directed by the Court; orient new jurors; process juror excuses; gather and record juror service, mileage, and parking costs; prepare vouchers for juror payment; write receipts, post collections, and make deposits; secure cash and negotiable instruments pending deposit; reconcile receipts/deposits with the Atlanta division finance office in accordance with internal control procedures; assist in planning events, including naturalization ceremonies; serve as relief courtroom deputy as required; maintain adequate inventories of consumable supplies; gather information for and submit appropriate and perform all other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
Mandatory Qualifications: The successful candidate must be a high school graduate or equivalent and possess one or more years of specialized experience (as defined below). To be appointed at the CL-24 level, at least one year of that experience must have included duties equivalent to filing, copying, inputting data, answering phones, typing, formatting, and / or assembling reports. To be appointed at the CL-25 level, one or more years of specialized experience must have included duties equivalent to initiating and maintaining case files, reviewing documents to determine if they are consistent with applicable rules and procedures, and responding to inquiries regarding the status of pending matters. Proficiency in and ability to do frequent, continuous keyboarding are requisites for the position. A skills test will be administered to qualified applicants prior to scheduling an interview.
General Experience
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who have a college degree and court or law firm experience, particularly in the federal system.
Specialized Experience
Progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience that demonstrates the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws to regular and recurring clerical procedures and involves the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry, or report generation. Such experience is commonly encountered in court clerk’s offices, law firms, legal counsel offices, banking and credit firms, educational institutions, social services organizations, insurance companies, real estate and title offices, corporate headquarters, and human resources / payroll operations. The knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of this position include document analysis; filing; telephone and email usage; typing; record keeping; compiling and reporting statistical data; and making detailed, accurate entries using electronic devices.
Employee Benefits
- Accrual of paid vacation and sick leave days, based on length of service
- 11 paid holidays during the year
- Pre-tax benefit programs (health, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; parking reimbursement)
- Available group life insurance
- Telework (for qualified employees)
- Public transportation subsidy
- Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
- Thrift Savings Plan (with employer matching a percentage of employee’s contribution)
Salary Range: $46,804 – $84,010
Placement in the range depends upon education and experience.
Miscellaneous
Representative Duties: Make summary entries of all documents and proceedings on the docket, including but not limited to pleadings, petitions, motions, complaints, minutes, and orders; assist in civil and criminal management; prepare and transmit items such as notices, judgments, and orders to appropriate parties; inform parties when a judgment or appealable order is entered on the docket; answer inquiries on case status; open cases upon receipt of initiating documents such as complaints, indictments, or petitions; close cases upon receipt of terminating documents; perform quality control reviews of electronically filed pleadings, noting errors and following appropriate procedures to correct them; communicate with judges’ chambers regarding case filings; respond to questions and requests from members of the bar on the use of electronic case filing; review e-filed documents and take appropriate action; issue civil process such as summonses, subpoenas, and writs of attachment; collect fees; maintain records; furnish information at the public counter, on the telephone, and in written response to inquiries received from the Court, bar, and public; issue arrest warrants and defendant summonses as requested by the U.S. Attorney or as directed by the Court; orient new jurors; process juror excuses; gather and record juror service, mileage, and parking costs; prepare vouchers for juror payment; write receipts, post collections, and make deposits; secure cash and negotiable instruments pending deposit; reconcile receipts/deposits with the Atlanta division finance office in accordance with internal control procedures; assist in planning events, including naturalization ceremonies; serve as relief courtroom deputy as required; maintain adequate inventories of consumable supplies; gather information for and submit appropriate and perform all other duties as may be assigned.
Application Info
To apply for this position, qualified applicants should submit:
- Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (Form AO 78)
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and relevant experience
- Chronological resume including education, employment, and salary history
Submit your completed package as a single PDF electronically to: HR_GAND@gand.uscourts.gov or via mail to:
United States District Court
Attn: Human Resources Manager, Vacancy #25-27
75 Ted Turner Drive, SW
Room 2013
Atlanta, GA 30303-3338
All applicants will be screened, and only the best qualified candidates will be invited for the skills assessment test. Interview and relocation expenses are not reimbursable.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.