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Summary This position serves as the Deputy Auditor Master in the Office of the Auditor-Master and operates with full authority to conduct evidentiary hearings and issue orders. The incumbent will assist the Auditor-Master in the daily oversight and administration of the office. Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities of the Deputy Auditor-Master entail, but are not limited to, the following: Assists the Auditor-Master in carrying out the day-to-day operations of the Division including administration, case management, hearing room support and quality control Interprets relevant statutes, laws and court rules in resolving issues within the division Responsible for conducting hearings, issuing orders and reports in cases received through orders of references as directed by the Auditor- Master Responsible for investigating, processing documentation and exhibits, and researching facts and law in assigned cases in preparation for status and full evidentiary hearings conducted by the Auditor-Master Assists with the auditing and statement of fiduciary and other required accounts in matters referred by the court Audits fiduciary accounts assuring compliance with applicable accounting principles, governing rules and statutes Assists in the formulation and management of the division's budget Responsible for staff management, development, and training. This includes the creation of performance plans and reviews, rewarding and coaching staff and addressing performance issues in a timely manner Responsible for the timely accomplishments of program objectives and goals in support of the division's management action plan (MAP) and the courts' strategic plan Conducts hearings, takes testimony, and receives evidence as directed by the Auditor-Master Reviews draft reports and stated account to ensure compliance with the rules of the Court, judicial decisions. statutory provisions, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles As directed by the Auditor-Master, serves as liaison to auxiliary agencies such as the U.S. Attorney's Office, Office of the Attorney General and the DC Bar and other Court divisions or offices concerning mutual programs and objectives Actively participates in court conferences, trainings, meetings and committees regarding office and court initiatives and programs, procedures, rules, policies, and studies Requirements Conditions of Employment A background and/or security investigation is required. This position is an Excepted Service appointment. To qualify for this position, you must submit the following: Resume Completed Vacancy Questionnaire Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of law degree or law degree transcript from an accredited university or college) List of three (3) professional references Writing Sample (Less than five (5) pages) All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited university or college with a Law degree plus four (4) years of litigation experience. Three (3) years of experience managing people in a public service, court system or legal environment. Must be a current member of the District of Columbia Bar. Familiarity with fiduciary accounting and with Probate, Civil and or Real Estate matters is required. The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency. Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required. If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted. Education To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Additional Information This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive Federal civil service. All required information must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date.