Job Details for Paralegal
| Court Name/Organization | Iowa Southern Bankruptcy Court |
| Overview of the Position | The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Iowa is seeking an experienced and qualified paralegal for the Court. The broad range of duties include independently reviewing and responding to motions and other legal pleadings, drafting orders, finalizing documents for filing, preparing case summaries and researching legal questions. The paralegal is part of the Clerk’s Office and will be required to work independently and as part of a team with Judicial Chambers and Clerk’s staff. The right candidate will be able to show an ability to excel in a fast-paced environment and will be able to assist the public on complex issues in a friendly and professional manner. |
| Location | Des Moines, IA |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 03/19/2026 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade | CL 26 |
| Salary | $54,813 - $89,083 |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.iasb.uscourts.gov/employment-opportunities |
| Announcement Number | 26-02 |
Qualifications
Applicant must possess either a paralegal certificate or degree from an accredited provider or completion of the requirements for an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in a related legal field. Applicant must also have at least one year of specialized paralegal experience in a position providing knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties relating to this position. Bankruptcy experience is preferred.
Applicant must demonstrate employment experience in an administrative role, preferably one in which accuracy and detail are of the utmost importance. All applicants must demonstrate the ability to work with the public in a friendly, professional manner and a commitment to engaging in a collaborative team atmosphere. Additionally, all applicants must possess excellent computer skills in a PC environment.
Application Info
To be assured consideration for this position, qualified applicant must submit:
- Cover letter detailing qualifications and relevant experience
- Resume
- Three professional references
- Completed Application for Judicial Branch Employment (AO78)
Documents must be submitted in PDF format to: IASB_HR@iasb.uscourts.gov
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.