Job Details for Assistant Calendar Clerk
| 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 considering a career in public service and/or the legal field. The Calendar Unit, U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, is seeking a talented Assistant Calendar Clerk to join our team. |
| Location | San Francisco, CA |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 02/10/2026 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Salary | $50,438 - $82,047 |
| 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 and reports to the Operations Supervisor. The Calendar Unit is responsible for setting the Court’s hearing schedule and for providing judges with necessary case materials.
- Data entry, responding to requests from judges and attorneys, sending notices to attorneys, monitoring pending motions, assigning cases to calendars, preparing calendar material for panels, and other duties as assigned.
- The successful candidate will have a steady, professional demeanor, keen attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working within a fast paced and diverse team environment.
Qualifications
High School graduation or equivalent, plus two years of progressively responsible legal or federal work experience in the above representative duties and:
- General knowledge of court procedures, practices, and the Ninth Circuit; proficiency with email, window 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 preferred.
Employee Benefits
Total Rewards and Work-Life Balance
Salary*: Depending on qualifications and experience, $50,438 - $82,047 (CL 23).
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 and reports to the Operations Supervisor. The Calendar Unit is responsible for setting the Court’s hearing schedule and for providing judges with necessary case materials.
- Data entry, responding to requests from judges and attorneys, sending notices to attorneys, monitoring pending motions, assigning cases to calendars, preparing calendar material for panels, and other duties as assigned.
- The successful candidate will have a steady, professional demeanor, keen attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working within a fast paced and 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.