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Pro Se Law Clerk Positions
Due to a significant increase in civil filings, the Western District of Texas is currently accepting applications for multiple Pro Se law clerk positions. These positions will be allocated to the chambers of district judges in the Austin, El Paso, and San Antonio divisions. Based on current data, funding for the positions is expected to last at least until December 31, 2028, and may be renewed thereafter, depending on the availability of funds. The positions are open for an immediate start. However, the start date may be negotiable based on current law clerk term commitments.
Job Announcement for Pro Se Law Clerk Positions
Term Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge Elizabeth Chestney for 2027-2028
The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas is recruiting for a term law clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge Elizabeth Chestney for 2027-2028. The term law clerk assists the magistrate judge with the civil docket by preparing the judge for hearings, researching legal issues, and drafting initial drafts of orders and reports and recommendations. The term law clerk also supports the magistrate judge with the criminal docket by managing warrant and other requests from the U.S. Attorney’s Office and by researching criminal law and procedure issues as they arise. The position is for a minimum one-year term but, if requested by the applicant, could be extended to a two-year term.</>
Announcement for Term Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge Judge Elizabeth Chestney – San Antonio, TX
Human Resources Department
The Human Resources Department for the Western District of Texas recruits for all vacancies for the U.S. District Clerk’s Office, U.S. Probation, and U.S. Pretrial Services. We only accept applications when a position vacancy exists. Please follow the application procedures when submitting application materials.
Divisional Offices
San Antonio is the main office for the Western District of Texas. Divisional offices are located in Austin, Del Rio, El Paso, Midland-Odessa, Pecos and Waco.
Citizenship Requirements
Please view the citizenship requirements for employment in the Judiciary.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, has adopted an Employee Dispute Resolution Plan which provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of their race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, or disability.
Electronic Fund Transfer
Employees of the U.S. District Court are required to use the Electronic Fund Transfer for payroll deposit.
Highlights of Employee Benefits
- Vacation (13 days/year for years 1-3)
- Sick Leave
- Family Friendly Leave Act
- Leave Sharing Program
- Federal Holidays
- Health Benefits (large selection of plans available)
- Life Insurance
- Federal Employees Retirement System
- Thrift Savings Plan (tax-deferred savings plan)
- Training Program
Other Information
The Court is not authorized to reimburse travel expenses for interviews or relocation. Please note that final candidates will also undergo a background check and may be given a test to determine level of skill/knowledge. Employment with the U. S. District Court is considered excepted service.
The Officer and Officer Assistant Medical Guidelines applies to all applicants for Officer and Officer Assistant Positions in the U.S. Pretrial Services or U.S. Probation Offices, Western District of Texas.
Additional Links
Employment Opportunities in the Federal Judiciary
For employment opportunities outside of the Western District of Texas.
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