Term Law Clerk

Court Name/Organization: Oklahoma Western District Court Overview of the Position:

Magistrate Judge Select Chris M. Stephens invites applications for the position of a one-year term law clerk position with the possibility of extension (not to exceed four years). The term law clerk provides legal research and writing assistance to the judge and drafts orders, memoranda, and opinions. The term law clerk is also responsible for some clerical/administrative duties, as the chamber's arrangements do not include a judicial assistant.

These duties may require the term law clerk to answer and screen telephone calls; greet and assist the public; answer general inquiries; coordinate judge's schedule and travel arrangements; coordinate judge's meetings and appointments; assist courtroom deputies in maintaining electronic court calendar; be familiar with electronic filing and case management systems; proofread and edit material for grammar, spelling accuracy and word usage; review legal submissions (such as motions, petitions, supporting and opposing briefs); manage docket and prioritize projects to ensure that motions are briefed and are cleared in a timely manner; arrange settlement conferences; coordinate with personnel in clerk's office, U.S. Marshals Service, and other judicial chambers to ensure efficient disposition of cases; and keep abreast of changes in the law. Applicants must possess excellent research, writing, proofreading, and communication skills.

Location: Oklahoma City, OK Opening and Closing Dates: 05/29/2024 - Open Until Filled Appointment Type: Permanent Classification Level/Grade: JSP 11/01 to JSP 13/10 Salary: $72,553 - $134,435 Link to Court Careers Information: https://www.okwd.uscourts.gov/human-resources-2/ Announcement Number: 24-07 Link to Job Announcement

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.