Salary: $49,361.00 - $80,265.00 Annually
Location : Tampa, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-50
Division: Tampa
Department: Clerk's Office
Opening Date: 09/22/2026
Representative Duties
The Middle District of Florida is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Case Administrator to support the Court's mission of providing fair and impartial justice to all. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal, analytical, and computer skills; a commitment to excellence; resilience; and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This position is located in the Tampa Division.
The Case Administrator is responsible for reviewing and processing filings to ensure compliance with applicable rules and court requirements; verifying attorney eligibility to practice before the Court; maintaining the integrity of case files by monitoring proper access to records; docketing summary entries of documents and proceedings in the Court's electronic filing system, performing quality control to ensure image accuracy and proper document linkage, promptly notifying chambers and Clerk's Office staff of emergency filings; preparing and distributing notices, judgments, and orders to appropriate parties; responding to inquiries from judges, chambers staff, attorneys, and the public both in person and by telephone; and opening and closing civil and criminal cases. Other responsibilities include performing finance duties, processing mail, assisting with intake operations, and archive/records management.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent and have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible legal administrative work experience. Qualifying experience should include the regular application of clerical procedures, use of specialized legal terminology, keyboard skills, and the demonstrated ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, directives, or laws. This is a fast-paced position requiring a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, and a professional demeanor. Experience with CM/ECF is highly desirable but not required. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat is preferred.
Information for Applicants
• Apply online through httgs://
• Submit a cover Letter and resume together as one single PDF application file name must be "last name, first name" (e.g. Smith, John)
Due to the number of resumes received, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Salary:
Salary Info:
CL 25 $49,361 - $80,265
$49,361 - $61,722 New federal employees*
$49,361 - $80,265 Current or former federal employees*
*Starting salary adjustments prioritize prior federal service, with some recognition of relevant work experience and prior salary history. Applicants with prior federal court experience may be eligible for a starting salary above the minimum.
THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
Employees must use Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.
The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment.
Employees of the United States Courts serve under excepted appointments and are considered "at-will" employees.
Federal employees are eligible for a comprehensive federal benefits package. This includes participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (for career employees), health insurance options, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, flexible spending accounts, and up to 5% matching contributions to the Thrift Savings Plan (the federal 401(k) equivalent). Federal employees also receive generous paid time off, including paid vacation and sick leave, 11 federal holidays per year, and paid parental leave after meeting eligibility requirements. Employees may also be eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for qualifying federal student loans. For an overview of Federal Judiciary benefits, refer to the United States Courts website.
The United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida serves a 35-county area in mid-Florida with a population of more than ten million residents. The Clerk's Office, headquartered in Orlando, operates full-time divisional offices in Tampa, Jacksonville, Ocala, and Ft. Myers. The Clerk's Office provides essential clerical and administrative support to all components of the federal judicial administrative process.
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How many years of progressively responsible administrative experience do you have?
02
Do you have experience in a legal setting?
03
Do you have federal court experience?
04
Are you a US Citizen?
Required Question
Location : Tampa, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-50
Division: Tampa
Department: Clerk's Office
Opening Date: 09/22/2026
Representative Duties
The Middle District of Florida is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Case Administrator to support the Court's mission of providing fair and impartial justice to all. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal, analytical, and computer skills; a commitment to excellence; resilience; and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This position is located in the Tampa Division.
The Case Administrator is responsible for reviewing and processing filings to ensure compliance with applicable rules and court requirements; verifying attorney eligibility to practice before the Court; maintaining the integrity of case files by monitoring proper access to records; docketing summary entries of documents and proceedings in the Court's electronic filing system, performing quality control to ensure image accuracy and proper document linkage, promptly notifying chambers and Clerk's Office staff of emergency filings; preparing and distributing notices, judgments, and orders to appropriate parties; responding to inquiries from judges, chambers staff, attorneys, and the public both in person and by telephone; and opening and closing civil and criminal cases. Other responsibilities include performing finance duties, processing mail, assisting with intake operations, and archive/records management.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent and have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible legal administrative work experience. Qualifying experience should include the regular application of clerical procedures, use of specialized legal terminology, keyboard skills, and the demonstrated ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, directives, or laws. This is a fast-paced position requiring a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, and a professional demeanor. Experience with CM/ECF is highly desirable but not required. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat is preferred.
Information for Applicants
• Apply online through httgs://
• Submit a cover Letter and resume together as one single PDF application file name must be "last name, first name" (e.g. Smith, John)
Due to the number of resumes received, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Salary:
Salary Info:
CL 25 $49,361 - $80,265
$49,361 - $61,722 New federal employees*
$49,361 - $80,265 Current or former federal employees*
*Starting salary adjustments prioritize prior federal service, with some recognition of relevant work experience and prior salary history. Applicants with prior federal court experience may be eligible for a starting salary above the minimum.
THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
Employees must use Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.
The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment.
Employees of the United States Courts serve under excepted appointments and are considered "at-will" employees.
Federal employees are eligible for a comprehensive federal benefits package. This includes participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (for career employees), health insurance options, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, flexible spending accounts, and up to 5% matching contributions to the Thrift Savings Plan (the federal 401(k) equivalent). Federal employees also receive generous paid time off, including paid vacation and sick leave, 11 federal holidays per year, and paid parental leave after meeting eligibility requirements. Employees may also be eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for qualifying federal student loans. For an overview of Federal Judiciary benefits, refer to the United States Courts website.
The United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida serves a 35-county area in mid-Florida with a population of more than ten million residents. The Clerk's Office, headquartered in Orlando, operates full-time divisional offices in Tampa, Jacksonville, Ocala, and Ft. Myers. The Clerk's Office provides essential clerical and administrative support to all components of the federal judicial administrative process.
01
How many years of progressively responsible administrative experience do you have?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 or more years
02
Do you have experience in a legal setting?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have federal court experience?
- Yes
- No
04
Are you a US Citizen?
- Yes
- No, but I am eligible to work in the United States
Required Question