Deputy Clerk (Bilingual / Spanish)

Company: US Government Other Agencies and Independent Organ
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Summary This position works in the operational divisions of the District of Columbia Courts providing administrative and clerical support as assigned. This announcement will create a roster for all Superior Court Bilingual (Spanish) Deputy Clerk vacancies. The starting salary will be a Grade 6 unless you are currently in the Federal or DC Government and considered a transfer. If you previously applied for a Deputy Clerk (Bilingual/Spanish) posting, you must re-apply for consideration. Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 01/09/2023 to 06/30/2023 * Salary $50,974 - $62,122 per year * Pay scale & grade JS 06 * Help Location FEW vacancies in the following location: * Washington * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Not required * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent - * Work schedule Full-time - * Service Competitive * Promotion potential 08 - The starting salary will be a Grade 6 unless you are currently in the Federal or DC Government and considered a transfer. * Job family (Series) 0986 Legal Assistance * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Other * Drug test No * Announcement number CTWD-2023-0002 * Control number 698809600 Help This job is open to * The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency United States Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to work in the United States. While the DC Courts has a telework policy, eligibility is determined by the respective division where the position is situated within the agency. Help Duties The Bilingual (Spanish) Deputy Clerk works in the operational divisions of the District of Columbia Courts providing administrative and clerical support and providing exceptional customer service in English and Spanish to the public, judicial officers, attorneys or staff. Duties include some or all of the following: * Assists general public, attorneys, judicial officers and staff. * Provides exceptional customer service in English and Spanish. * Reviews and processes documents and orders. * Completes forms or other materials such as warrants, summonses, complaints, and subpoenas. * Provides and receives information from citizens, police officers and witnesses as necessary for clarifying facts or preparing reports. * Maintains calendars, appointments, juries, and services. * Collects and compiles statistical data. * Administers oaths or affirmations. * Types correspondence, reports, and other documents. * Files jackets and case documents. * Enters and retrieves data using automated databases and manual logs. The selected candidates must be able to speak, interpret, read and write Spanish and English fluently. The DC Courts have employed many measures to keep employees and court users as safe as possible, including mandatory face coverings, enhanced air circulation, and intensified cleaning services. We encouraged employees to get vaccinated for their safety and the safety of their family, friends, colleagues, and others with whom they have contact. Vaccinations, being readily available, provide the best protection from infection with COVID-19, and the requirement of vaccinations is consistent with maintaining a safe and secure workplace. Therefore, effective immediately and throughout the remainder of the COVID-19 emergency period, all DC Courts employees, interns, volunteers, and on-site contractors, who have received a vaccination as required by the COVID-19 vaccination protocols, must provide proof of vaccination to Human Resources on the first day of employment. You may seek an exemption from providing a proof of vaccination on the grounds of a specific medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief. All employees who have not received the required number of vaccination doses, regardless of the reason or whether the employee has sought or been granted an exemption, will be required to submit a negative COVID-19 test result on a weekly basis in order to report to work in person or remotely. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * A probationary period of one (1) year must be successfully completed. * Background and security investigation are required. * Candidates must be able to speak, interpret and write English and Spanish. To qualify for this position, you must submit the following: 1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or degree) 4. List of three (3) professional references All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Qualifications If you applied under a previous announcement, you must re-apply in order to be considered. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High-School Diploma or GED plus two (2) years of clerical or administrative experience court, legal or office environment. You MUST provide documentation of education or your application will not be considered. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are required. Must be able to speak, interpret, read and write Spanish and English fluently. Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts are required. If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted. The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency. Education To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. Additional information This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive Federal civil service. Please note there is a mandatory one year probationary period for all non-judicial new employees. All required information must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date. The safety of DC Court employees, contractors and the public is a top priority. In compliance with the guidelines published by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the Courts has maximized its telework flexibilities. The ability and readiness for employees to telework impacts operational requirements and capabilities. This includes having a personal computer, tablet or mobile device which is not shared with secure internet connectivity. Read more * Benefits Help 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. This is not a federal position. The District of Columbia Courts is an independent branch of the District of Columbia Government and is not under the authority of the City Mayor or the D. C. Council. DC Courts appropriation comes directly from Congress. All DC Courts non-judicial employees receive federal benefits for the following programs: Life Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Health Insurance and Workers Compensation. Please click on the following for more information about these benefits: http://www.opm.gov/Insure/health/enrollment/newemployees.asp The DC Courts leave policy is as follows: Annual Leave: New full-time employees earn four (4) hours of annual leave biweekly. After three years of service this increases to six (6)hours biweekly, and at 15 years it increases to eight(8)hours biweekly. Most military, federal and District of Columbia government service counts toward the time required to go into the next higher annual leave category. Employees can carry over no more than 240 hours of annual leave into the next leave year. Sick Leave is used for personal medical needs, care of a family member, or adoption related purposes. Full-time employees earn four(4)hours of sick leave biweekly. This leave can be accrued without limit. In addition to the federal health plans, the DC Courts offer employees supplemental vision and dental plans as well as a commuter transit benefit subsidy, for a maximum of $150 a month. There are 26 pay periods in the year. 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 You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure that you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume. Your resume must reflect the relevant experience and that you meet the minimum qualifications or your application will not be considered. You may preview questions for this vacancy. * Benefits Help 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. This is not a federal position. The District of Columbia Courts is an independent branch of the District of Columbia Government and is not under the authority of the City Mayor or the D. C. Council. DC Courts appropriation comes directly from Congress. All DC Courts non-judicial employees receive federal benefits for the following programs: Life Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Health Insurance and Workers Compensation. Please click on the following for more information about these benefits: http://www.opm.gov/Insure/health/enrollment/newemployees.asp The DC Courts leave policy is as follows: Annual Leave: New full-time employees earn four (4) hours of annual leave biweekly. After three years of service this increases to six (6)hours biweekly, and at 15 years it increases to eight(8)hours biweekly. Most military, federal and District of Columbia government service counts toward the time required to go into the next higher annual leave category. Employees can carry over no more than 240 hours of annual leave into the next leave year. Sick Leave is used for personal medical needs, care of a family member, or adoption related purposes. Full-time employees earn four(4)hours of sick leave biweekly. This leave can be accrued without limit. In addition to the federal health plans, the DC Courts offer employees supplemental vision and dental plans as well as a commuter transit benefit subsidy, for a maximum of $150 a month. There are 26 pay periods in the year. 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. * Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether youre a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure youre eligible under their policies. 1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or diploma) 4. List of three (3) professional references 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 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire. Afterward, click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. Agency contact information S. Juarez Phone 202-879-0496 Fax 000-000-0000 Email jobs@dcsc.gov Address District of Columbia Courts 500 Indiana Avenue, NW Washington, District of Columbia 20001 United States Learn more about this agency Next steps Once your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. A bilingual test will be required to assess the ability to speak, read and write in Spanish. Qualified candidates will be notified of testing dates and times via e-mail. Once testing has been completed, applicants who meet the score requirements will be placed on the roster. Those that are placed on the roster have the possibility of being contacted for an interview as Bilingual (Spanish) Deputy Clerk positions become available. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome. * Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Reasonable accommodation policy * Financial suitability * Selective Service * New employee probationary period * Signature and false statements * Privacy Act * Social security number request Help Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or diploma) 4. List of three (3) professional references 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. Help How to Apply To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire. Afterward, click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. Read more Agency contact information S. Juarez Phone 202-879-0496 Fax 000-000-0000 Email jobs@dcsc.gov Address District of Columbia Courts 500 Indiana Avenue, NW Washington, District of Columbia 20001 United States Learn more about this agency Next steps Once your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. A bilingual test will be required to assess the ability to speak, read and write in Spanish. Qualified candidates will be notified of testing dates and times via e-mail. Once testing has been completed, applicants who meet the score requirements will be placed on the roster. Those that are placed on the roster have the possibility of being contacted for an interview as Bilingual (Spanish) Deputy Clerk positions become available. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome. Read more Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Reasonable accommodation policy * Financial suitability * Selective Service * New employee probationary period * Signature and false statements * Privacy Act * Social security number request Print Share Help Overview Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 01/09/2023 to 06/30/2023 * Salary $50,974 - $62,122 per year * Pay scale & grade JS 06 * Location FEW vacancies in the following location: * Washington * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Not required * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent - * Work schedule Full-time - * Service Competitive * Promotion potential 08 - The starting salary will be a Grade 6 unless you are currently in the Federal or DC Government and considered a transfer. * Job family (Series) 0986 Legal Assistance * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Other * Drug test No * Announcement number CTWD-2023-0002 * Control number 698809600 This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/698809600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

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