Deputy Clerk - Dockets

Title: Deputy Clerk - CAV

State Role Title: Salary Non-Specified

Hiring Range: $52,500

Location: CAV Court of Appeals of Virginia Clerk's Office

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Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Additional Detail

Job Duties

The Docketing Deputy Clerk is responsible for all aspects of calendaring and maintaining dockets for the Court for either three-judge panel dockets or en banc dockets. This also includes maintaining all necessary audio-visual equipment and applications used for conducting remote dockets of the Court.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Determines cases that are ready to be assigned to the Court's dockets through application of analytical methods and tools available for this purpose.
• Prepares records, pleadings, and other documents to be sent to members of the Court; prepares supporting documents in assigning cases, such as memos, e-mails, and reports; prepares dockets for each panel/en banc session; prepares scheduling notices to be sent to counsel or parties participating in an argument before the Court; corresponds with judges and judicial staff regarding dockets and scheduling matters.
• Schedules and facilitates Microsoft Teams virtual hearings; troubleshoots technology issues and ensures seamless proceedings for judges and attorneys.
• Submits dockets for posting on the Court's website; edits and prepares audio recordings and/or videos to be submitted for posting on the Court's website.
• Maintains and develops direct contacts in the various localities used by the Court for in-person sessions; acts as a point of contact on behalf of the Court with counsel and the public regarding all docketing matters.
• Maintains case management entries and updates involving all aspects of docketing and scheduling.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Clerk.

Minimum Qualifications

The most competitive candidates will possess:

Experience working in a court or law office is highly desirable but not essential. Applicants must possess an excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Adobe, Microsoft Outlook and related computer programs. Previous experience with Microsoft Teams is preferred. Applicants must have experience dealing with a high volume of work under time constraints, as well as be able to multi-task. Applicant's work history should include working well with colleagues and the public. The best candidates will have strong communication skills and a background of prompt and accurate completion of assignments. They will be capable of prioritizing numerous tasks, be reliable, organized, detail-oriented, self-reliant, confident, and conscientious. State application, resume, and cover letter are required.


Contact Information

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