Career Opportunities

(For all Northern California court locations)

Thank you for your interest in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. The court seeks to promote diversity in the workplace and to create an environment that embraces and celebrates differences among gender, age, ethnic origins, different abilities and races.

Watch a video (YouTube.com) on working for the Federal Judiciary.

The first step in beginning your career search with the federal judiciary is to look for open jobs that match your skills, qualifications, and interests. Each posting includes a description of the position and the minimum required qualifications. Once you find a position of interest, visit “How to Apply” on “The Application Process” page.

Current Career Opportunities

All positions listed below will be open until filled (priority consideration given to applications received before the date listed).

		Priority Consideration Date
	Financial Specialist (San Francisco) (.pdf, 105 KB)	08/20/2021
	Official Court Reporter (Oakland) (.pdf, 138 KB)
	Official Court Reporter (San Francisco) (.pdf, 232 KB)
	Chief Deputy of Administration (.pdf, 129 KB) The Chief Deputy of Administration is a senior executive-level position that reports to the Clerk of Court, has regular interaction with federal judges, high-level officials, court staff, the public, and federal agencies, and is responsible for the management of all court administration functions. See the attached announcement for more information.
	Pro Tem Court Reporter BPA Forms Packet (.pdf, 320 KB) — The Court accepts applications year-round for contract court reporter services. | View more information for individuals interested in providing pro tem court reporter services. | Download Statement of Work (.pdf) | Download Terms & Conditions (.pdf)