Clerk of the Court
This position is located in the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. The District of Columbia Court of Appeals is the highest court for the District of Columbia. It reviews final decisions and certain temporary ones made by the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. The Clerk of the Court of Appeals serves as a principal advisor to the Chief Judge and Executive Officer on court administration, strategic planning, operational performance, and service delivery within the Court.
Major Duties of the Position: Directs the day-to-day operations of the Court of Appeals. Implements policies as determined by the Joint Committee on Judicial Administration and the Court's Board of Judges. In collaboration with the Chief Judge, develops and oversees the Court's operating budget. Responsible for the operational oversight of the Clerk's Office, Public Office, Legal Division, and Committee on Admissions & Unauthorized Practice of Law. Serves as Secretary of the Bi-Annual Judicial/Bar Conference of the District of Columbia. Responds to inquiries from counsel and others concerning court rules, procedures, and policies. In coordination with the Chief Judge and Executive Team, works to develop and implement strategic and operational goals and performance measures for the DC Court of Appeals. Provides strategic leadership for technology modernization initiatives by collaborating with Superior Court and Court System divisions to advance innovative, secure, and efficient technology solutions.
Conditions of Employment A background and security investigation is required. Must be an active member of the Bar in good standing of any state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or any Territorial Court under the U.S. Constitution. Must obtain a DC Bar membership within six (6) months of appointment. This position is an Excepted Service appointment. This position is required to file an annual confidential financial disclosure report. All eligible District of Columbia Courts Agency Employees refer to Policy 0200, 0310 and 0350.