Executive Officer / Clerk of Court

The Executive Officer/Clerk of Court ("Clerk") is an executive level manager who reports directly to the Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California ("Court"). Headquartered in Los Angeles, the Court has jurisdiction over cases filed in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura counties, with divisions located in Santa Barbara, Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Ana, and Riverside. As the Court is the largest bankruptcy court in the United States, the position requires an individual who possesses the leadership, management and technical expertise necessary to anticipate and resolve complex administrative and operational challenges quickly and effectively.

The Clerk is the official custodian of the records and dockets of the Court and is accountable for all fees, costs, and other funds collected by the Court. The Clerk is the certifying officer for the Court and responsible for the efficient use of the Court’s human, fiscal, and physical resources. The Clerk manages the administrative and operational activities of the clerk’s office to ensure that its statutory duties are properly discharged. The Clerk’s responsibilities include: (1) computer and information systems management; (2) human resource management; (3) financial management and budgeting; (4) statistical analysis and reporting; (5) policy origination and implementation; (6) long-range planning; and (7) public relations. The Clerk works closely with the District Court and other federal courts, the Administrative Office of United States Courts, various bar associations, governmental agencies, and the public.

Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible supervisory and/or management experience in public administration or the private sector. Federal court system experience is desired. Candidates must demonstrate the degree of leadership and interpersonal skills necessary to manage successfully a complex organization. Candidates must have the ability to: (1) lead with vision; (2) articulate priorities and manage effectively; (3) sustain a high level of organizational excellence; (4) develop and execute strategic plans; (5) foster strong and effective working relationships; (6) manage computer systems and operations at multiple locations; (7) integrate current and future technologies; (8) analyze data; and (9) communicate effectively.

Candidates must have, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university. An advanced degree in a related field is strongly preferred and may be substituted for up to 2 years of professional experience. Educational transcripts must be submitted for verification prior to start of employment.

The Court offers a generous benefits package to full-time permanent employees which may include:

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Paid Sick Leave

• 13 Days Paid Vacation (for the first three years)

• 20 Days Paid Vacation (after three years)

• 26 Days Paid Vacation (after fifteen years)

• Medical Coverage

• Retirement Options including participation in Thrift Savings Plan

• Life Insurance Options

• Long Term Disability Plan Options

• Long Term Care Plan Options

• Flexible Spending Account Options

The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement or to withdraw the job announcement, either of which may occur without any prior written or other notice. Applicants selected for interview may be required to respond to a written questionnaire. The Court requires employees to adhere to a Code of Ethics and Conduct which is available to applicants for review upon request. The final candidate will be subject to a records check with law enforcement agencies. Verification of employment eligibility according to the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986 is required of all new employees of the Court. The Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Ninth Circuit EEO Plan is available for review upon request.