Human resources specialists recruit, screen, and interview job applicants and onboard newly hired federal officers as well as court staff. Handle compensation and benefits. Develop trainings for Judiciary staff regarding employee relations benefits and Court related procedures. Plan, organize and oversee special events for Federal Magistrate and District judges.

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas is one of the largest district courts among the country’s 94 federal judicial districts. The Judicial Support Specialist Program, is a developmental program designed for individuals interested in career opportunities with the federal judiciary. As a JSS I performed a variety of critical duties for the Court, including opening of cases upon receipt of initiating documents, such as complaints, indictments or petitions; summarizing case events on the automated docket; assisted with the selection of juries; recording court proceedings electronically; certifying court records; ensuring data quality; and closing cases upon receipt of terminating documents, such as judgments and closing orders.  Assisted customers with the use of publicly designated computer terminals and provide basic non-legal information to the public, bar and the Court. Limited cashiering duties associated with the collection of fines and fees as well as mail processing.Received documents pertaining to a variety of case types, such as civil, criminal bankruptcy, tax, and administrative; identified emergency motions and documents that require special handling and referred them to appropriate personnel with minimum delay; prepared case opening documents and transmitted to appropriate parties. Trained to serve as back-up to case managers, who act as liaison between the judicial officers and the bar; prepare statistical summaries on the status of cases; serve as a primary source of information on scheduling and case processes; attend trials, court sessions and conferences as needed; administer oaths to witnesses, juries and interpreters; assist with the orderly flow of court proceedings including, but not limited to, setting up courtrooms, assuring presence of all necessary participants and managing exhibits; and ensure that the record reflects any actions taken by the judge.