Frequently Asked Questions
Careers FAQs
Internships FAQs
EEO FAQs
ADA FAQs
Careers FAQs
How can I apply for
a job?
- Complete a D.C. Courts Application
- If necessary, complete any supplemental ranking
factors.
- Attach any necessary documentation, such as proof
of education or professional license.
Applications can be mailed or hand delivered to the
Human Resources Division; 515 5th Street, N.W.; Room 213;
Washington, D.C. 20001 or applications may be faxed
to (202) 879-4212.
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How are applications evaluated?
Applicants are given a score based on their applications,
their test scores (if applicable), and the score given to
their supplemental ranking factors. The applicants who achieve
the highest scores are forwarded to the interviewing manager.
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What is a roster?
A roster is a list of qualified applicants
for the Courts' high volume positions, such as
courtroom clerk. Applicants are placed on the roster
based on their overall score from the test, supplemental
ranking factors, if there are any, and their application.
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What are supplemental
ranking factors?
Supplemental ranking factors are usually questions
that will give those reviewing an application more insight
into the applicant's abilities and past experiences.
These ranking factors will help the Courts to evaluate
applicants' qualifications for positions.
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Internships FAQs
How can I apply for
an internship?
- Complete and send the D.C. Courts Internship Application
- Send a resume
- Send a transcript
- Send two letters of recommendation
- Send a 3-5 page writing sample for judicial internships
Supplemental pieces of the application may be mailed
to the Intern Volunteer Coordinator; 500 Indiana Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001.
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Can I send an unofficial
transcript?
Yes.
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What is the difference between
an internship in an operational division versus a support
division?
Operating divisions are branches of the Courts that
focus on specific areas, Criminal Division or Civil Division,
for example. Operating division internships provide an understanding
of that area of the law. Interns will work with staff and
public as they help prepare cases for judges. Internships
in operational divisions will focus on who the Courts serve
and how the Courts operate.
Internships in the support divisions deal more with the administrative
side of the Courts. Here, interns gain an understanding of
how the support divisions facilitate court function. Internships
in the Budget and Finance, Research and Development or Human
Resources Divisions will give students the opportunity to
work in a unique government agency.
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EEO FAQs
Who Pursues a Discrimination
Complaint?
Any D.C. Courts employee or applicant for D.C.
Courts employment who believes his or her employment
rights have been violated or who believes reprisal has
occurred because of prior involvement in an Equal Employment
Opportunity ("EEO") complaint may pursue
a complaint.
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What is the First Step?
The first step for a D.C. Courts employee or
applicant for employment who believes that he or she
has been discriminated against is to contact the Equal
Employment Opportunity Office within 120 calendar days
of the alleged discriminatory action or of the date
when the employee or applicant for employment first
became aware of the alleged discriminatory action. The
employee or applicant for employment will be interviewed
by the EEO Counselor and provided counseling regarding
the EEO process and his or her complaint. A written
statement of the allegations may be taken at that time.
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How do I contact the
EEO Counselor?
You may contact the EEO Counselor with your
concerns by phone at (202) 879-4226.
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What is the Role of the
EEO Counselor?
The EEO Counselor is a trained, neutral third party
whose primary responsibilities are fact-finding and attempting
to resolve the complaint at the earliest stage of the process,
while gathering facts to support a formal final determination.
The EEO Counselor will (1) advise the complainant of his or
her rights and responsibilities under EEO statutes; (2) inquire
into the facts of the case; (3) attempt a resolution through
conciliation (i.e. meeting with the parties and management)
or through mediation; and/or (4) prepare a final determination
based on the facts. The EEO Counselor may refer an employee
to the Employee Mediation Office which offers a resolution
alternative for the aggrieved employee.
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How is a Formal Complaint
Filed?
A formal complaint must be filed in writing, be signed
by the complainant, and witnessed by the EEO Counselor or
by a Notary Public. It must be submitted to the EEO Office.
As soon as the formal complaint is received by the EEO Counselor,
it will be acknowledged in writing as received. The issues
will be reviewed to determine if the complaint will be accepted
for further processing by the EEO Office or dismissed. If
the complaint is accepted for processing, based on reasonable
cause, the complainant will receive a written notification
of its acceptance.
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ADA FAQs
What is the ADA?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990.
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What does the law
require?
Title II states that "No qualified individual
with a disability shall, on the basis of disability,
be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits
of the services, programs, or activities of a public
entity, or be subject to discrimination by any public
entity."
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How can I contact
someone about my ADA concerns?
You can contact the ADA Coordinator for accessibility
assistance or ADA grievance at 202-879-2843.
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