About Employment - Louisiana Supreme Court

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<style>a.anchor { display: block; position: relative; top: -100px; visibility: hidden; } </style> <div class="row"><div class="col-md-8"><div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading panel-title"><a id="JobOpportunities"></a>Job Opportunities</div></div><p>Recruitment and personnel management at the Supreme Court is handled by the Human Resource Department of the Judicial Administrator's Office. &nbsp; Justices at the Supreme Court recruit and hire their own staff; however, recruiting for all other positions is done through the Human Resource Department. Most vacancies are advertised in local newspapers and on internal bulletin boards providing career growth and advancement opportunities to court employees.<br /></p><p><em><strong>The Louisiana Supreme Court is an equal opportunity employer. &nbsp; Discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability is strictly prohibited.<br /></strong></em></p><p><strong><a href="/Employment/EEO_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">Supreme Court of Louisiana Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement<br /></a></strong></p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Employment at the Supreme Court of Louisiana is based on job related qualifications, skills and experience</span>.</p><p>The Supreme Court currently has 181 employees- 104 in professional and 77 in support positions. Over half of the professional positions are legal research jobs which are staffed by attorneys. The Court also has law librarians as well as information systems, accounting, human resources, public relations, and public administration professionals on staff. Support positions include paralegal, clerical/secretarial, security, and courier jobs. <br /><em>Revised 4-19-2005 </em></p><p align="left">Enquiries about employment may be sent to:</p><p align="center"><strong>Human Resource Director <br />Office of the Judicial Administrator <br />400 Royal Street <br />New Orleans, LA 70130 </strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Supreme Court offers its employees competitive salaries and generous benefits including annual and sick leave, medical insurance, credit union membership, deferred compensation plan, paid parking, and retirement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p></div><div class="col col-md-4"><div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading">Quick Links</div><div class="panel-body"><ul><li><a href="#JudicialClerkships" title="Judicial Clerkships">Judicial Clerkships</a></li><li><a href="#CurrentOpenings" title="Current Jobs Openings">Current Jobs Openings</a></li><li><a href="/Employment_?p=ADA_Statement" title="ADA Statement">ADA Statement</a></li><li><a href="/Employment/EEO_Policy.pdf" target="_blank" title="EEO Policy">EEO Policy</a></li><li><a href="/employment/HarassmentPolicy.pdf" target="_blank">Harassment in the Workplace</a></li><li><a href="/employment/FFCRA_Poster_WH1422_Non-Federal.pdf" target="_blank">Families First Coronavirus Response Act </a></li></ul></div></div></div></div><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><a class="anchor" id="JudicialClerkships"></a><div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading">Judicial Clerkships</div></div><p>Each justice at the Supreme Court has three law clerks who serve at their pleasure. Justices often stagger hiring to ensure that they always have one senior/experienced law clerk and one junior/new law clerk. &nbsp; Hiring for judicial clerkships is generally done one to one and a half years in advance, therefore, individuals interested in such positions are encouraged to send their applications or letters of interest directly to the justices during the third semester of their second or third year of law school. &nbsp; Updated resumes and transcripts should be sent as soon as practicable after graduation.</p><p>Applications for judicial clerkships should include a one-page cover letter, resume, transcript, writing sample, and list of references. &nbsp; Applications and inquiries should be sent directly to the <a href="/About/Biography">justices</a>.</p><h4>Job Description : &nbsp; Law Clerk--Supreme Court</h4><p>This position performs highly responsible legal work directly assisting a Supreme Court justice with case-specific duties. &nbsp; Law clerks work under their justice's exclusive supervision.</p><p>Work involves preparation of bench briefs and legal memoranda on upcoming cases following a thorough review of the record, research of pertinent law, and analysis of facts submitted.</p><p>Clerks must have considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, and practices of legal research and be able to analyze, appraise, and organize facts, evidence, and precedents in difficult and complex cases. The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, is a necessity along with skills in word processing.</p><p>Individuals are required to have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. (New graduates must be able to pass the bar exam prior to renewal of appointment for a second year.) Prior experience as a practicing attorney or law clerk in a lower court is preferred but not required.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><a class="anchor" id="CurrentOpenings"></a><div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading">Current Openings</div></div>
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<p style="text-align:center;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - LOUISIANA SUPREME COURT</span></strong></p><p style="text-align:left;"><strong></strong>The Accounting Services Division of the Louisiana Supreme Court (located in the French Quarter) seeks a full-time self-starter to perform accounting and fiscal duties with a strong emphasis on accounts payable function including invoicing and reconciliation.&nbsp; Position will also cross train in other areas of the accounting office.&nbsp; Successful candidates will be able to work independently and possess excellent interpersonal skills in both written &amp; verbal communications.&nbsp; Qualified candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience performing accounting duties, preferably with an associate&rsquo;s or bachelor&rsquo;s degree in accounting or related field.&nbsp; Must possess advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint and Word/WP!&nbsp; Prior experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) integrated system is a plus. Salary DOE; excellent benefits.&nbsp; Candidates must pass skills test, as well as background check.&nbsp; To apply, MUST send resume, including salary expectations to <a href="mailto:hrresumes2020@lasc.org">hrresumes2020@lasc.org</a> and reference <strong>JOB ACCTG-SP2020</strong> in the SUBJECT LINE.&nbsp; <strong><a href="/Employment/EEO_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">EOE M/F/V/D</a></strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><hr />
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<p style="text-align:center;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">PROGRAMMER/ANALYST</span></strong></p><p>The Louisiana Supreme Court&rsquo;s CMIS Division located in the French Quarter has an immediate opening for an experienced developer with Microsoft .Net, forms development, web services and database skills.&nbsp; Reporting to the Manager of Applications Architecture, this position will assist with the design and development of new applications; support and maintain existing, as well as new Microsoft .Net and SharePoint applications; web services and provide technical support to internal and external users.&nbsp;</p><p>Excellent benefits. Salary DOE. Candidates must pass background check.&nbsp; To Apply&mdash;MUST send resume to <a href="mailto:hrresumes2020@lasc.org">hrresumes2020@lasc.org</a> and reference <strong>JOB #PROG2020</strong> in the subject line.&nbsp; &nbsp;Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.&nbsp; &nbsp;<strong><a href="/Employment/EEO_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">EOE/M/F/V/D</a></strong>&nbsp;<br /><br />Successful candidates will have the following skills and credentials:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Information Technology, Mathematics or Engineering related field preferred.</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of experience in .Net application development and support, along with 2 years of experience with Microsoft SQL databases.</li><li>SharePoint application development and support also desired.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; and the ability to work effectively with a variety of people; as well as respond effectively to changing needs and priorities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with Microsoft SQL 2012 or higher with the ability to connect to various databases and perform the following tasks:<ul><li>Use Transact SQL and SQL Reports to create various queries and s reports</li><li>Create user defined functions and stored procedures for use in applications</li><li>Use best practices for tuning queries for application/system performance</li></ul></li><li>Working knowledge of Microsoft development tools such as Visual Studio 2019 or higher; MS Access 2016 or higher in order to perform the following tasks:<ul><li>Create and deploy web based applications using .Net, Visual Basic and/or C#</li><li>Trouble shoot problems with existing applications written in MS Access, .Net, SharePoint, Visual Basic and C#</li><li>Working knowledge of IIS 7 or higher, Active Directory and Windows Security concepts</li></ul></li><li>Experience in ETL (Extract Transform Load) Technology and use of Talend preferred.</li><li>Experience in designing data warehouses preferred.</li><li>Experience with applications using OnBase preferred.</li><li>Awareness of PC hardware components, desktop operating system software, application software and some network troubleshooting.</li><li>Awareness of the PC Industry&rsquo;s current and emerging technology trends and direction, as well as a keen interest in computer-based information systems and technology.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software problems as well as have the ability to research, understand and create detailed technical documentation, and an understanding of how to apply various technical resources.</li><li>Ability to perform tasks such as providing application software installations and upgrades, virus protection and eradication.</li><li>Able to interact effectively with management, staff and other court personnel, and work independently, and/or as part of a team.</li><li>Microsoft Office Suite 2016 or higher experience.</li><li>Microsoft Certification(s) in the area of application development is desired.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><hr />
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<p style="text-align:center;"><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">SPECIAL INVESTIGATOR</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">JUDICIARY COMMISSION</span></strong></p><p>The Judicial Administrator&rsquo;s Office of the Supreme Court is seeking a Special Investigator to conduct investigations of complaints filed in the Judiciary Commission&rsquo;s Office of Special Counsel.&nbsp; &nbsp;Duties include the evaluation of complaints, the interviewing of relevant parties, records research, preparation of investigative reports and the service of subpoenas.&nbsp; Position requires a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in criminal justice or related field and four or more years of law enforcement experience.&nbsp; &nbsp;Must have excellent communication skills, both orally and written.&nbsp; Must be skilled in conducting investigations, analyzing facts, and in the use of&nbsp; independent judgement.&nbsp; Must also&nbsp; deal effectively with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies as required for a thorough investigation.&nbsp; &nbsp;Computer proficiency is a must.&nbsp; Excellent benefits and paid parking.&nbsp; Travel is required.&nbsp; Please email your resume to <a href="mailto:hrresumes2020@lasc.org">hrresumes2020@lasc.org</a> by close of business <strong>May 18, 2020</strong>.&nbsp; &nbsp;Please reference job SIJC2020 when responding to this job posting.&nbsp; <a href="/Employment/EEO_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">EOE/M/F/V/D&nbsp;</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><hr />
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<p>&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align:center;text-decoration:underline;text-transform:uppercase;"><a name="ERP2020"></a><strong>ERP BUSINESS ANALYST</strong></p><p>The Louisiana Supreme Court Information Technology  Department is seeking an experienced individual with strong technical  background and experience to fill the role of System/ERP  Analyst/Administrator.&nbsp; Duties include working directly with internal  end-users and management to analyze systems and processes, troubleshoot and  propose solutions, configure and install software, create documentation, train  employees, test system processes, and create system reports.&nbsp; In addition,  responsibilities include managing and operating the ERP systems through  implementation and best practices to include installing, upgrading,  configuring, patching, and maintaining the court&rsquo;s chosen ERP technologies.  Provide technical support for the Court&rsquo;s combined Finance, Budget, and Human  Resources ERP Systems. Also responsible for planning and coordinating the  change management of processes required for the support of ERP systems  necessary for business operations.</p><p>Successful candidates will be able to handle requests and  manage problems in a team environment to ensure complete customer satisfaction.  A strong work ethic with a &ldquo;can do&rdquo; attitude, flexibility and complete  knowledge of multiple systems will be required for the successful candidate to  excel in this role. <strong></strong></p><p>Interested candidates must possess a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in  Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science,  Business Administration or related field, along with minimum three years of  progressive responsibilities with the following: Windows 2012/2016 Server  Administration experience, Microsoft Windows Hyper-V, Microsoft SQL Server  2012/2014, SQL Querying and Programing,&nbsp; Experience with an ERP system  such as PeopleSoft, Great Plains, Sage or JD Edwards, especially Finance and  HR/Payroll.&nbsp; Strong knowledge of Financial Services and Human Resources  business processes is required.&nbsp; Unit 4 Business World (formerly Agresso)  experience is a huge plus for this position!&nbsp;&nbsp; Must have excellent  written and oral communications skills.&nbsp; Salary DOE.&nbsp; Excellent  benefits, including paid parking in the French Quarter.&nbsp; Candidate must  pass background check.&nbsp; To apply, must send resume and salary requirements  to: <a href="mailto:hrresumes2020@lasc.org">hrresumes2020@lasc.org</a> and  reference <strong>JOB ERP2020 </strong>in the subject line. <strong><a href="/Employment/EEO_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">EOE/M/F/V/D</a></strong>&nbsp; </p><p>&nbsp;</p><hr />
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<p style="text-align:center;text-decoration:underline;text-transform:uppercase;"><a name="CSO2020"></a><strong>COURT SECURITY  OFFICERS</strong></p><p>The Louisiana Supreme Court, located in the French Quarter, seeks candidates with a minimum of  three years law enforcement experience for Court Security Officers with the  ability to work flexible shifts including overnight, weekends and  holidays.&nbsp; Position requires Current <strong>Peace Officers Standards  Training--P.O.S.T.</strong> certificate from an accredited Louisiana police academy  along with strong investigative and report writing skills.&nbsp; Candidate must  be able to perform law enforcement related duties to include--inspection and  security of our facility, grounds, and parking areas as needed, security  screening equipment and responsibilities, security card access and video  surveillance systems.&nbsp; Also perform personal protective details on  occasion.&nbsp; </p><p>Candidate must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office, especially Word documents and  Outlook email.&nbsp;  Candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.&nbsp;  Professional demeanor is a must.&nbsp; Must be able to pass background check  and skills  testing and possess a valid Louisiana driver&rsquo;s license.&nbsp; May require  travel on occasion.&nbsp; Salary $36,125. Excellent benefits  including paid parking in the French quarter.&nbsp; To apply, must send resume  to <a href="mailto:hrresumes2020@lasc.org">hrresumes2020@lasc.org</a> and  reference JOB <strong>CSO2020</strong> in the subject line when applying.&nbsp; Resumes  will be accepted until filled.&nbsp;<strong><a href="/Employment/EEO_Policy.pdf" target="_blank">EOE/M/F/V/D</a></strong>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><hr />
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<p style="text-align:center;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>LOUISIANA FIFTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEAL</strong></span><br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>NOTICE OF JOB OPENING &ndash; JUDICIAL LAW CLERK</strong></span></p><p style="text-align:left;">The Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal seeks a law clerk to directly assist an appellate judge with case-specific duties. Working under the judge&rsquo;s exclusive supervision and direction, clerks analyze the legal arguments of litigants, perform legal research, draft legal memoranda, and assist the judge with drafting opinions and writ dispositions. Clerks must have considerable knowledge of legal research methods and be able to analyze and organize facts and legal precedents in difficult and complex cases. Clerks must have strong writing skills and must be able to communicate clearly and concisely. Strong computer skills, especially with word-processing programs, are also a must. Applicants must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. At least three years of experience required. Previous experience as a law clerk a plus. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.<br /></p><p style="text-align:left;">Applicants should submit a one-page cover letter, resume, and a recent writing sample to <a href="mailto:jobs@fifthcircuit.org">jobs@fifthcircuit.org</a> by close of business <strong>January 1, 2021</strong>.<br /></p><p style="text-align:left;">The Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align:left;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align:left;">&nbsp;</p><hr />
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<p style="text-align:center;"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>LOUISIANA FIFTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEAL</strong></span><br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>NOTICE OF JOB OPENING &ndash; JUDICIAL SECRETARY</strong></span></p><p>The Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal seeks a Judicial Secretary to provide secretarial support to an appellate judge and the professional staff in the judge&rsquo;s office.&nbsp; The position requires the performance of a variety of specialized clerical and secretarial duties under the direct supervision of the judge, which include managing the judge&rsquo;s caseload in a computer database, working with other judicial secretaries to facilitate the timely completion of cases, handling the judge&rsquo;s calendar and correspondence, and all other matters as directed by the judge.&nbsp; Computer proficiency, especially Microsoft Office, a must. At least three years secretarial experience required; experience in a legal organization or court and familiarity with legal terminology preferred.&nbsp; Knowledge of appellate procedure a plus. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.</p><p>Please email your cover letter and resume to <a href="mailto:jobs@fifthcircuit.org">jobs@fifthcircuit.org</a> by close of business October 15, 2020.</p><p>The Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><hr />
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