Job Details for Case Manager/Case Manager Trainee
| Court Name/Organization: | Third Circuit Court of Appeals |
| Overview of the Position: | The Clerk’s Office of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit seeks a Case Manager or Case Manager Trainee to process new cases on appeal from the district court and administrative agencies. The Clerk’s Office supports the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, which includes Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This position is open until filled. Preference will be given to applications received by August 2, 2024. |
| Location: | Philadelphia, PA |
| Opening and Closing Dates: | 07/15/2024 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type: | Permanent |
| Classification Level/Grade: | CL 23 - CL 25 |
| Salary: | $43,149 - $85,794 |
| Link to Court Careers Information: | https://www.ca3.uscourts.gov/vacancy-announcements |
| Announcement Number: | CO 24-04 |
| Link to Job Announcement | |
Position Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Receives and processes new cases on appeal from the district court and administrative agencies
- Maintains the official case events summary on the automated court docket
- Reviews pleadings to ensure compliance with the court’s rules; accurately enters information into the automated case management system; prepares procedural and scheduling orders monitors briefing and other due dates
- Responds to inquiries from chambers, court staff, counsel, and the public
- Ensures the integrity and quality of case-related databases
Qualification
The applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent. A successful candidate must possess excellent automation and analytical skills. Computer literacy and good communication and typing skills are essential. A minimum of two years general experience is required for appointment at the CL-23 level. General experience consists of progressively responsible clerical, office or other work that indicates the possession of, or ability to acquire, the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of the position.
Appointment at the CL-24 or CL-25 level also requires at least one-year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade in federal service. Specialized experience includes use of automation skills and the demonstrated ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws. Candidates with two or more years or prior case management experience may qualify for appointment at the CL-25 level.
Education above the high school level may be substituted for required general experience on the basis of one academic year (30 semester or 45 quarter hours) equals one year of general experience. Education may not be substituted for specialized experience because operational court support positions require hands-on experience to be credited as specialized experience.
Benefits
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals offers a generous benefits package, competitive salary, and a dedication to work/life balance, including flexible schedules and telework opportunities, as well as:
- 11 paid federal holidays
- Paid annual leave (13 days/year for the first 3 years, increases with tenure)
- Paid sick leave (13 days/year)
- Retirement benefits under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) (401-k equivalent)
- Health benefits under the Federal Employees’ Health Benefits Program (FEHB)
- Dental and Vision insurance options under the Federal Employees Vision and Dental Insurance Program (FEDVIP)
- Flexible Benefits Program (pre-tax Healthcare and Dependent care expenses)
- Life insurance benefits under the Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Program (FEGLI)
- Commuter Benefit Program (pre-tax mass transit and parking)
- Transit subsidy program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Student Loan Forgiveness for Public Service Employees
Miscellaneous
Must be a U.S. citizen or must meet the requirements established by current appropriations law. Positions with the U.S. Courts are excepted service appointments. Excepted service appointments are “at will” and can be terminated with or without cause by the Court. The appointment is provisional and contingent upon the satisfactory completion of fingerprinting and an FBI background check. Direct deposit of pay required.
How To Apply
Applicants should email a single PDF that includes a cover letter, references, and resume via email to: ca03db_CaseManagementVacancy@ca3.uscourts.gov
The Court will only communicate with those qualified individuals who will be invited to interview.
The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, or to withdraw the announcement, any of which may occur without prior written or other notice.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.