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Policy and Management Analyst

U.S. Courts
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/4/2026

Summary

The Policy and Management Analyst conducts research; analyzes and audits data and processes; drafts policy and procedural documents; and develops a variety of organizational, budgetary, financial, statistical, and/or operational reports for the purpose of analyzing operations, administering budgets, improving administration, and advising senior management. This position reports to the Clerk of Court.

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This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

  • Analyze and interpret federal statutes and regulations, directives, policies and procedures, and court rules and orders affecting the work of the Clerk's Office. Conduct research and provide procedural and policy advice on matters applicable to Clerk's Office operations.
  • Research administrative and operational questions, problems, trends, and areas for improvement. Provide editorial reviews of manuals and other documents, as directed.
  • Collect, review, audit, and analyze data and information related to budgetary and financial concerns, court operations and activities, and other court statistical data. Develop a variety of reports based on historical and current data, including statistics on budget and expense projections, court operations, and other planning tools.
  • Assist with preparing the annual budget and spending plans. Perform data analysis and budget modeling based on provided scenarios.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external requirements imposed by law, policy, and regulations. Assist in internal controls monitoring and quality assurance reviews of court business processes to assess compliance and efficiency.
  • Advise managers, executives, and judges and serve as project manager on special initiatives that may include operations management and process improvement, budget, procurement, staffing, property management, and other related issues.
  • Serve as liaison with partner agencies with respect to facility security emergency management planning. Assist in the management of continuity of operations plans, occupant emergency plans, and facility security committees. Coordinate exigent building closures and the emergency notification system.
  • Coordinate with other governmental agencies, court units, the Bar, and the public.
  • Perform other duties, as assigned.


Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Employees must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
  • Employees will be hired provisionally pending the results of a background investigation.
  • Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.
  • Employees are required to use Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience that provided an opportunity to exercise sound judgment in a challenging environment, gain strong interpersonal skills, and develop a practical understanding of principles, concepts, and tools of organizational management. At least two (2) of the five (5) years of experience must have been in a position that provided an opportunity to acquire an organizational perspective of processes and practices in the areas of business operations, budget administration, financial management, and/or case management. Experience within the Federal Government is preferred, and experience within the Federal Judiciary will be favored.

Other Requirements: The incumbent must be detail-oriented and possess strong problem-solving skills; able to communicate accurately, effectively, and timely with colleagues, senior executives, and across agencies; and highly skilled in the use of automated systems and software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Education

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree. A juris doctor or master's degree in court administration, public administration, accounting, finance, or law will be favored.

Additional information

  • Travel between geographical divisions is required to interact with judges and staff, identify issues, and analyze work processes.
  • Recurring telework may be available per policy at the discretion of the Clerk of Court.
  • Positions with the U.S. District Court Clerk's Office are Excepted Service appointments. Excepted service appointments are at-will and can be terminated with or without cause by the Clerk of Court.
The U.S. District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A generous benefits package is available and includes:

  • Paid annual leave (13-26 days, depending on federal service accrued)
  • Paid sick leave (13 days)
  • Paid holidays (11 days)
  • Retirement benefits (e.g., immediate matching contributions in the Thrift Savings Plan)
  • Optional participation in Federal Employees' Health Benefits, supplemental Dental and Vision Insurance, and Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and supporting documents to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the minimum qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant professional, educational, and work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified in the Qualifications section above, required for this position.


Required Documents

  • a cover letter;
  • a resume;
  • a list of professional references;
  • a completed Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (AO 78); and
  • a written response of no more than two (2) pages total to the following questions:
    • Describe your management philosophy. Include examples that demonstrate your views on operations analysis, process improvement, and future planning.
    • Describe the breadth of your knowledge in budget administration, financial management, and/or court administration. Connect past experiences to explain.
    • Explain your personal interest in this position and the community it serves.
See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.


How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit five (5) items combined into a single PDF:

  • a cover letter;
  • a resume;
  • a list of professional references;
  • a completed Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (AO 78); and
  • a written response of no more than two (2) pages total to the following questions:
    • Describe your management philosophy. Include examples that demonstrate your views on operations analysis, process improvement, and future planning.
    • Describe the breadth of your knowledge in budget administration, financial management, and/or court administration. Connect past experiences to explain.
    • Explain your personal interest in this position and the community it serves.

Submit materials electronically to personnel@alnd.uscourts.gov. Hard copies and faxed copies of applications will not be accepted.


Agency contact information

Human Resources
Email
personnel@alnd.uscourts.gov
Address
US District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Hugo L. Black United States Courthouse
1729 5th Avenue North
35203
1729 5th Avenue North, AL 35203
US

Next steps

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.


Overview

Accepting applications
Posted this month · Apply today
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 5, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Birmingham, AL
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$85,999 - $139,775 per year

The actual starting salary is dependent upon experience and qualifications.

Pay scale & grade
CL 29
Promotion potential
None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
  • 0343 Management And Program Analysis
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
ALND 26-09
Control number
870058500

Salary : $85,999 - $139,775

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