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Job Details for Term Investigator (Chapter 154 / Opt-In Special Litigation) Capital Habeas Unit

Court Name/Organization Tennessee Middle Federal Public Defender
Overview of the Position The successful candidate will serve as Opt-In IT & Litigation Support Administrator. Reporting to the Computer Systems Administrator (CSA), the Term Assistant Computer Systems Administrator (ACSA) is a dynamic position supporting stakeholders at all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting and developing networks and computer systems in a client-server environment. Providing technical infrastructure support, specialized database management, and secure remote-access solutions for incoming local and remote defense teams. This position will involve managing large volumes of digitized historical state-court records, maintaining secure local litigation-support tools, configuring hardware and software for specialized capital teams, and supporting high-stakes courtroom presentations. In addition to traditional system support, the office is adopting and developing innovative, in-house AI technologies and workflows that further support the case lifecycle for our clients. The applicant should be familiar with services and hardware that support use of local AI tools.
Location Nashville, TN
Opening and Closing Dates 08/28/2026 - Open Until Filled
Appointment Type Temporary
Classification Level/Grade JSP 9-12
Salary $60,000 - $105,000
Link to Court Careers Information https://tnm.fd.org/employment
Announcement Number 2026-11
Link to Job Announcement

Position Description

  • Configure, deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot desktop workstations, laptops, mobile devices, and secure remote-access connections for local staff and remote attorneys and investigators.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to office staff
  • Develop, maintain, and improve scripts, automation tools, and software solutions
  • Support and integrate AI-based tools, platforms, and workflows within office operations
  • Collaborate on AI-related projects, process automation, and technical innovation initiatives
  • Install, configure, and update hardware, operating systems, and applications
  • Coordinate with vendors and external IT providers when needed
  • Assist in managing secure local databases and digital-evidence repositories containing extensive historical state-court records, documents, and media files.
  • New user account provisioning and set up.
  • Provide day-to-day technical support, network troubleshooting, hardware maintenance, and software installation across the office.
  • Support trial and hearing technology, including courtroom audiovisual equipment, videoconferencing, and electronic presentation systems.
  • Collaborate closely with the Computer Systems Administrator (CSA), administrative staff, and multidisciplinary litigation teams to ensure reliable IT operations and compliance with applicable Judiciary cybersecurity policies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field, along with relevant technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+/Security+, Microsoft Certified Professional, or e-discovery certifications), is strongly preferred. Candidates must have at least two years of specialized IT support experience, preferably in a law firm, public defense office, court, or other legal environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Expertise in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Office 365/Microsoft 365 administration, and enterprise network security.
  • Hands-on experience supporting litigation technologies, e-discovery processing platforms, and trial presentation software, including Relativity, CaseMap, Eclipse, TrialDirector, Adobe Acrobat Pro, or similar systems.
  • Strong proficiency in mobile device management, VPN and secure remote-access configurations, audiovisual technology, and encrypted data storage.
  • Exceptional troubleshooting skills and sound technical judgment, with the ability to diagnose problems efficiently and train legal staff on technology platforms.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to manage competing technical priorities in a fast-paced environment with demanding statutory deadlines.
  • Knowledge of AI tools, machine learning concepts, automation, AI-assisted workflows, and services leveraging AI specific workflows and applications, such as:
    • Docker, vLLM, WhisperX, ollama, OpenWebUI, n8n, RAG, LLMs
  • SAN/NAS storage and backup appliance administration, maintenance and support.

General Experience

Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to public service, exceptional technical aptitude, passion for emerging technologies, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. We seek highly organized, proactive, and dependable professionals who can thrive in a fast-paced environment supporting high-stakes litigation teams.

Employee Benefits

Benefits include health and life insurance, retirement benefits, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan. For details on benefits, visit Judiciary Benefits. Salary is payable by direct deposit.

Application Info

To apply for this specialized term position, please email a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references in a single combined PDF document with the subject line “Term ACSA - Opt-In IT” to Federal Public Defender Dumaka Shabazz at HR_TNM@FD.ORG.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. The position is open until filled. No phone calls, please.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.