This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/728477600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims has exclusive jurisdiction over decisions of the Board of Veterans' Appeals (Board or BVA). The Court reviews Board decisions appealed by claimants who believe the Board erred in its decision. The Court's review of Board decisions is based on the record before the agency and arguments of the parties, which are presented in a written brief, with oral argument generally held only in cases presenting new legal issues.
05/26/2023 to 07/10/2023
$182,000 - $232,000 per year
CS 16 - 18
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent - This appointment is excepted service, made without regard to Title 5 governing appointments in the competitive service.
Full-time
Excepted
18 - CS-18, Full Performance Level
Yes
No
23-09
728477600
Background security investigation is required for all new hires. Appointment is subject to successful completion of fingerprinting and background security investigation with favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
The Clerk of the Court/Executive Officer is an executive-level, statutory position appointed by the Judges of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims and serves at the pleasure of the Court. The Court, established in 1988 by an Act of Congress (now codified at 38 U.S.C. §§ 7251-7298), is a totally independent judicial tribunal of nationwide jurisdiction that provides judicial review of decisions from the Department of Veterans Affairs administrative claims system. The Court opens between seven- and nine-thousand cases each year and has several thousand cases pending at various stages.
The Court currently has nine active Judges appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, for terms of 15 years. Three senior Judges currently participate in the work of the Court. One of the Court's Judges is designated Chief Judge of the Court and continues to hold that distinction for five years after which the designation of Chief Judge passes to the next most senior Judge.
The Court is located in the Penn Quarter of Washington, D.C., in close proximity to Judiciary Square and the National Archives. For more information about the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, please visit: http://www.uscourts.cavc.gov/.
Major Duties: The Clerk serves as the senior operations officer for the Court and reports to the Chief Judge.
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Please see the "Additional information" section for more information.
A successful candidate for this position will possess a master's degree in a relevant field or a law degree from an accredited college or university. A law degree is preferred.
Required Competencies (Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
The duties of the Clerk of the Court/Executive Officer require (1) broad knowledge of administrative law and litigation; (2) knowledge of appellate court administration, appellate court procedures, and related matters; (3) a thorough understanding of organizational, procedural, and interpersonal aspects of leading an organization, both from an organizational and institutional perspective; (4) the keen ability to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the Court's operations and initiate improvements in keeping with the overall objectives and progressive goals of the Chief Judge and the Court; (5) an ability to interpret and implement rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to all aspects of the Court's nonjudicial operations; (6) skill in the use of automated equipment, systems, and applications; (7) the highest level of effective communication skills both orally and in writing; (8) the ability to serve as an able spokesman for, and representative of, the Court in all external relationships; (9) knowledge of and compliance with the Code of Judicial Conduct for Judicial Employees and Court confidentiality requirements; and (10) the ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment.
Scope and Effect of Work
The occupational requirements, job knowledge, and organizational relationships directly contribute to the efficiency, productivity, and morale of the entire Court staff. Employment of sound judgment and professional competence by the Clerk of the Court/Executive Officer is also essential to ensuring that the Court satisfactorily fulfills its statutory mandate to dispose of appeals effectively and efficiently and that it promotes and enforces the highest standards of justice. As the Clerk of the Court/Executive Officer, the incumbent serves as the hub of the Court's judicial activities by channeling the flow of litigation to the Court for decision and the flow of completed adjudications to the parties and the public for dissemination. The incumbent also serves as the initial contact point from which the staff, resources, and facilities that support the Court's judicial functions are planned and managed. The incumbent's professional competence, judgment, and wisdom bear profoundly on the Court's effectiveness in accomplishing its statutory responsibilities.
Complexity
The broadest range of leadership, management, and administrative issues are presented for direction, analysis, recommendation, and resolution. Incumbent must possess the highest level of trust and confidence in representing the Court in all aspects of Court administration.
Organizational Relationships
The Clerk of the Court/Executive Officer reports to the Chief Judge. The incumbent also has contact with many others for a variety of purposes including interaction with the Judges of the Court, as well as the legal, administrative, and support staff for the purpose of managing and overseeing all of the Court operations and enforcing compliance with Court rules and policy. The incumbent makes contacts within and outside the Court to provide and exchange information, to facilitate the appellate process with the Federal Circuit and Supreme Court, and to participate in conferences and planning sessions with the Judges and other high-level officials.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Please read the "Next steps" section for more information.
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 you're 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 you're eligible under their policies.
Cover Letter, Resume, Federal Declaration of Employment (OF-306), Writing Sample.
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.
SUBMIT APPLICATION PACKAGE TO: Employment@uscourts.cavc.gov
AN INCOMPLETE PACKAGE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
NOTE: SELECTEE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A ONE-YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD.
Send cover letter, resume, Federal Declaration of Employment (OF-306) (https://www.opm.gov/forms/optional-forms/) and a writing sample of no more than three pages explaining the following:
Once your completed application package is received, we will conduct an evaluation and the selected candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for future consideration and possible interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Cover Letter, Resume, Federal Declaration of Employment (OF-306), Writing Sample.
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.
SUBMIT APPLICATION PACKAGE TO: Employment@uscourts.cavc.gov
AN INCOMPLETE PACKAGE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
NOTE: SELECTEE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A ONE-YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD.
Send cover letter, resume, Federal Declaration of Employment (OF-306) (https://www.opm.gov/forms/optional-forms/) and a writing sample of no more than three pages explaining the following:
Once your completed application package is received, we will conduct an evaluation and the selected candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for future consideration and possible interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/728477600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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