What are the responsibilities and job description for the Appellate Court Clerk position at New York State Unified Court System?
Job Title: Appellate Court Clerk (Series)
About the Courts:
The New York State Unified Court System (NYS UCS) is one of the largest and most diverse court systems in the nation, responsible for delivering fair, efficient, and accessible justice to the people of New York. With courts operating in every county statewide, NYS UCS supports a wide range of legal proceedings and provides essential services that uphold the rule of law. The court system is committed to integrity, professionalism, and public service across all operations.
Position Overview:
The New York State Unified Court System is seeking an Appellate Court Clerk to support the Appellate Division, 2nd Department in Brooklyn, New York.
The Appellate Division, Second Department, is recruiting for one (1) position in the Appellate Court Clerk Series. The position will be filled under one of the available titles and will depend on the experience and qualifications of the applicant selected.
Key Responsibilities:
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assisting in the implementation and coordination of continuing education and training programs for attorneys
- Assisting with judicial evaluations and complaints; assisting with coordinating attorney applications
- Assisting with attorney recertification applications
- Assisting with processing vouchers in the AFC and SFS voucher system
- Assisting with processing appellate vouchers
- Assisting with drafting correspondence, memos, minutes from Advisory Committee meetings
Qualifications:
-Appellate Court Clerk:
Two years of service in any title in the Unified Court System; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.
-Appellate Court Assistant:
High School diploma or the equivalent and two (2) years of relevant clerical experience; or Four (4) years of relevant clerical experience; or An equivalent combination of education and experience. Or Thirty (30) college level credits may be substituted for each year of work experience.
Employment Type:
- Full-time
Salary & Compensation:
Base Salary:
- Appellate Court Clerk: $64,971 $4,920 LOCATION PAY
- Appellate Court Assistant: $58,100 $4,920 LOCATION PAY
Location:
Brooklyn, NY
How to Apply:
All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf), cover letter, and resume by email to: AD2-Postings@nycourts.gov with the appropriate announcement number in the subject line or by mail to:
Appellate Division, 2nd Department
45 Monroe Place Brooklyn, New York 11201
Attention: Human Resources Department
What the Courts Offer:
- Competitive Compensation
- 13 Paid Holidays
- NYS Pension Plan
- 20 Paid Vacation Days within the first year
- Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
Full Job Description can be reviewed here: 52670_appellate_court_clerk_series.pdf
Applications must be postmarked or received by: November 20, 2026
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
It is the policy of the UCS to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including freedom from sexual harassment), sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or, in certain circumstances, prior criminal record.
Salary : $58,100 - $64,971