Courtroom Deputy I

Summary

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The Courtroom Deputy is responsible for managing the judge's caseload, calendaring, attending, and recording court proceedings and processing orders, in accordance with approved federal and local court procedures and rules. The Courtroom Deputy also provides assistance to chambers staff and Clerk's office staff with daily functions, as needed.

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This job is open to

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### The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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Coordinate and attend court sessions and conferences.\- Assist with the orderly flow of proceedings including, but not limited to, setting up the courtroom, assuring presence of all necessary participants, and managing exhibits.

• Take notes of proceedings, rulings, notices and prepare minute entries electronically.
• Ensure the proceeding is recorded using the automated audio recording system.
• Record court proceedings. Manage and organize exhibits used in court proceedings, including setting up and troubleshooting electronic evidence presentation systems.
• Assist the judge and parties in jury selection and maintain records of jury selection and attendance.
• Act as liaison between the Clerk's Office, the bar, the public and the judge to ensure that cases proceed smoothly and efficiently.
• Schedule court reporters and interpreters; process transcript requests; arrange for transcriptions; answer questions from parties and the public on obtaining transcripts.
• Draft orders and judgments for the judge's approval including judgment and commitment orders.
• Docket orders, pleadings, judgments, and minutes as directed by local court policy, utilizing applicable automated systems.
• Review cases and reports for necessary actions and keep judges and staff informed of case progress.
• Ensure accurate statistical reporting pursuant to the statistical guidelines of the Administrative Office.
• Review the quality of electronically filed documents, ensuring that all orders and automated entries are appropriately and accurately docketed, and make summary entries on the docket of all documents and proceedings.
• May perform case administration duties and/or provide training or assistance to employees performing case administration duties, and administrative tasks such as financial transactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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### Conditions of employment

U.S. Citizen or eligible to work in the United States.

Required to use Electronic Fund Transfer for payroll.

Adhere to a Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.

### Qualifications

A high school graduate, or equivalent, and have one (1\) year of specialized experience.

Specialized experience is progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedures that demonstrate the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry or report generation.

Educational Substitutions: Education may not be substituted for specialized experience because this position requires hands\-on experience to be credited as specialized experience.

### Education

High school Diploma,

Bachelor's Degree preferred.

### Additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance;

Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays;

Retirement (FERS);

Thrift Savings Plan ;

Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care;

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)/Work Life Services;

Workers' Compensation Program; and Employee Wellness Program.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full\-time, part\-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Resume and application will be rated against required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

We will review your resume and supporting documents to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant professional, educational, and work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies required for this position.

Required Documents

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(1\) Cover Letter

(2\) Resume

(3\) Judicial Branch Application

(4\) Three (3\) employment references of past supervisors (with contact information)

### If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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Email a single PDF file to viclerk@vid.uscourts.gov.

Please include the vacancy number of the position in the subject line of the email

### Agency contact information

Kalene St Jean\-Pierre

Phone

(340\) 775\-8064

Email

Kalene\_stjean\-pierre@vip.uscourts.gov

Address

District Court of the Virgin Islands

Almeric L. Christian Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse

3013 Estate Golden Rock, Suite 219

St. Croix, VI 00820

US### Next steps

Only individuals selected for interview will be contacted.

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open \& closing dates

04/16/2026 to 06/16/2026

Salary

$54,372 \- $88,366 per year

Pay scale \& grade

CL 26

Location

2 vacancies in the following location:

Saint Croix, VI

Remote job

No

Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.

Travel Required

Occasional travel \- You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

Appointment type

Permanent

Work schedule

Full\-time

Service

Excepted

Promotion potential

27

Job family (Series)

• 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program

Supervisory status

No

Security clearance

Sensitive Compartmented Information

Drug test

No

Financial disclosure

No

Bargaining unit status

No

Announcement number

26\-0001

Control number

865447500