Job Details for Administrative Assistant
| 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? This is an excellent opportunity for a college graduate interested in a legal career who wants to become familiar with court operations. The U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit is seeking a talented Administrative Assistant to join our team. |
| Location | San Francisco, CA |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 02/10/2026 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Salary | $40,740 - $66,203 |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.ca9.uscourts.gov/employment/ |
| Link to Job Announcement | |
Position Description
Representative Duties
- This position is located in the Clerk’s Office in San Francisco and reports to the Chief Deputy Clerk. Administrative Assistants help the Court across a variety of departments and units including the calendar and opinions units.
- Special projects, tracking and collating data, data entry, and docketing, as well as coordinating and leading school and group tours and other civic outreach efforts.
- Courtroom Deputy responsibilities will also be assigned.
- Timeliness, flexibility, organizational skills, accuracy, and a strong work ethic are critical. Fast-paced environment. Heavy lifting may be required.
- The successful candidate will have a cheerful, professional demeanor and enjoy working within a diverse team environment.
Qualifications
A high school diploma and:
- Proficiency with email, Microsoft applications and Adobe Acrobat; ability to work independently or in a team environment; demonstrated, proactive, problem-solving approach; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong customer service ethic; and ability to understand and apply established rules and procedures.
- Bachelor’s degree or familiarity with legal concepts and documents preferred
Employee Benefits
Salary: Depending on qualifications and experience, $40,740 to $66,203 (CL 22).
Time off: 13 vacation days; 13 sick leave days; 11 paid holidays.
Benefits: Employer subsidized health and life insurance plans. Dental, vision, flexible spending account, long-term care plans available. Employer sponsored pension plan and supplemental retirement contribution plans with employer match.
Other Perks: Telework opportunities, eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, mass transit subsidy, reasonable work hours, team environment, creative people, and enhanced tenure-based vacation accrual.
Miscellaneous
Representative Duties
- This position is located in the Clerk’s Office in San Francisco and reports to the Chief Deputy Clerk. Administrative Assistants help the Court across a variety of departments and units including the calendar and opinions units.
- Special projects, tracking and collating data, data entry, and docketing, as well as coordinating and leading school and group tours and other civic outreach efforts.
- Courtroom Deputy responsibilities will also be assigned.
- Timeliness, flexibility, organizational skills, accuracy, and a strong work ethic are critical. Fast-paced environment. Heavy lifting may be required.
- The successful candidate will have a cheerful, professional demeanor and enjoy working within a diverse team environment.
Application Info
Please submit a PDF application packet through the Career Portal that includes:
- Cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience performing the representative duties
- Current resume
Only complete applications will be considered.
Next Steps
- Priority application deadline: Feb. 24, 2026.
- Video conference interviews available.
- Position open until it is filled.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.