Description

UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF WISCONSIN OFFICE OF THE CLERK MILWAUKEE DIVISION

Vacancy Announcement#: 25-10

Administrative Attorney/Public Information Officer

CL-29- $88,144 - $143,306 *

*Starting salary usually in the low to middle portion of the range, based on qualifications and experience Position open until filled; preference given to packets received by 10/08/2025

Position Overview

This position is located in the Milwaukee Clerk's Office of the U.S. District Court. The Administrative Attorney serves as the court's public information officer and acts as the liaison between the court and the public. The Administrative Attorney is responsible for media relations, public information, community outreach, education, publications, and events and programs for the court. The Administrative Attorney also serves as compliance officer for the court and provides the clerk's office and the court with substantive procedural and legal advice regarding day-to-day legal, administrative, and policy matters.

Representative Duties

Serve as the liaison between the court and public with respect to case related inquiries, court events and notices, outreach programming, and other points of interest.

Prepare responses to inquiries from attorneys and the public regarding procedures or information requests.

Create, implement, and maintain the court's Media Plan.

Respond to media inquiries.

Maintain the court's media credentialing process and issue credentials as appropriate.

Build and maintain press and court personnel credibility and advise judicial officers and court leadership on media related issues.

Strategically use public relations tools including media releases, social media, pitch letters, and news advisories to benefit the court. Prepare media releases regarding court events, news, or case status.

Maintain programming, events, and educational content.

Coordinate public outreach events, educational events, conferences, and other judicial ceremonies, including site planning and logistics.

Monitor and evaluate existing and proposed legislation, laws, rules, regulations, and Guide to Judiciary Policy to determine impact on court procedures or to suggest changes to improve clerk's office or court policies or procedures.

Monitor, review, and report on policies and procedures of the court.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Position requires a Juris Doctor (JD). Exceptional writing and speaking skills are required. Thorough knowledge of public relations, media communications, and/or government affairs. Excellent organization and communication skills for coordinating events. Demonstrates strong research capabilities across all available resources with the ability to create and communicate complex material through clear, effective written communications. Possesses political acumen and maintains professional composure when managing challenging public affairs situations and high-pressure scenarios. Excels at building and sustaining positive communication channels between judicial institutions, media outlets, and the public to foster transparency, trust, and effective relations.

Information for Applicant

• Position will remain open until filled, with preference given to applications received by October 8, 2025. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Submit single PDF to: [email protected] including: 1. Cover letter, 2. Resume, and 3. Form AO 78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment, available at: https://www.uscourts.gov/forms-rules/forms/application-judicial-branch-federal-employment
• Applicants must be U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States
• Federal benefits package
• Employees are required to use the 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 District Court are "at will" employees and are not included in the Government's Civil Service Classification

The Federal Judiciary is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary/Compensation: $88,144 - $143,306 per year