Job Details for Assistant Computer Systems Administrator
| Court Name/Organization | Louisiana Western Federal Public Defender |
| Overview of the Position | The Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana is accepting applications for an Assistant Computer Systems Administrator, position to be stationed in the Lafayette Office, which is located at 102 Versailles Blvd., Ste. 816, Lafayette, LA 70501. The Office of the Federal Public Defender, which has staffed offices in Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Shreveport, operates under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006A, to provide court-appointed defense services in federal criminal cases to individuals unable to afford counsel. |
| Location | Lafayette, LA |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 03/24/2026 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Permanent |
| Salary | Not specified |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://law.fd.org/Careers.html |
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Qualifications
To qualify for this specific position applicants must: (1) a bachelor’s degree in computer science, or related field and (2) three years of general experience involving automated systems. Two years of experience in litigation support and computer systems administration is preferred. Candidates should be highly motivated, detail-oriented, well organized and be willing and able to learn new technical concepts quickly, diagnose and resolve system issues efficiently, and communicate effectively.
Specialized knowledge and experience in the following areas is required:
- Troubleshooting Windows Operating Systems
- Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat support
- Experience installing and troubleshooting hardware and software
- Possess a strong, general understanding of IT infrastructures
- Assisting staff with trial preparation using IT applications
- Proven experience providing exceptional support to users while working independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong initiative, sound judgment, and effective time-management skills
Specialized knowledge, skill, and experience in the following areas is preferred:
- Hands-on knowledge of document review platforms and eDiscovery databases
- Certification in one or more digital forensics tools, such as FTK, Axiom, or Cellebrite
- Previous experience working in a law office and understanding court functions, processes, and operations
Applicants should have a valid driver's license and may be required to travel to other branch offices or courthouses to provide support. The ability to lift 50 pounds is required. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen. Employment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation, including, but not limited to an FBI name and fingerprint check.
Employee Benefits
The position is a full-time position with federal benefits and salary commensurate with professional experience and qualifications. Benefits include health and life insurance, retirement, and the Thrift Savings Plan. Salary dependent upon applicant’s qualifications and professional experience. Salary is payable only by Electronic Funds Transfer (direct deposit).
Application Info
Qualified persons may apply by sending the following, in one PDF document, to dustin_talbot@fd.org: (1) letter of interest; (2) resume with three professional references; and (3) completed AO78 Application for Judicial Employment.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.