Before applying, please review the below Position Vacancy Notices for instructions on how to apply, the description of the required application documents that must be submitted at the time of applying, and be sure to select the correct vacancy.
Career Law Clerk to United States Magistrate Judge
Full-time
JSP 12-14 ($92,543 - $169,060) (Depending on experience, qualifications, and bar membership)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania (the “Court”) is accepting applications for a full-time Judicial (Career) Law Clerk reporting to incoming U.S. Magistrate Judge Margaret C. Gleason in Pittsburgh, with a start date in early November 2026. This position is anticipated to cover two years, though may be extended for a longer period at the discretion of the successful applicant and the Judge.
For more information, click on Position Vacancy Notice
Term Law Clerk to United States Magistrate Judge
Full-time
JSP 12-13 ($92,543- $143,062) (Depending on experience, qualifications, and bar membership)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania (the “Court”) is accepting applications for a full-time Judicial (Term) Law Clerk reporting to incoming U.S. Magistrate Judge Margaret C. Gleason in Pittsburgh, with a start date in early November 2026. This position is anticipated to cover a one-year or two-year term, though may be extended up to four years based on eligibility and at the discretion of the successful applicant and the Judge.
For more information, click on Position Vacancy Notice
Official Court Reporter
Full-time
CR Level 1 – 5 ($98,691- $118,430) (Depending on certifications and experience)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Our Court Reporters maintain the courtroom record and produce transcripts of court proceedings according to strict standards. Highly accurate records and transcripts of court proceedings are critical to the administration of justice.
For more information, click on Position Vacancy Notice
Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (AO 78)
Online System for Clerkship Application and Review (OSCAR)
Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees:
http://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/judiciary-policies/code-conduct/code-conduct-judicial-employees
For other federal court positions check http://www.uscourts.gov
Judiciary Recruitment Recruitment Commercial
New Employee Resources and Forms Information

