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The United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois is the third largest district court in the U.S. The Northern District of Illinois is comprised of two divisions and stretches across 18 counties, covering an area of nearly 10,100 square miles, with a population of 9.3 million people.

We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining outstanding people to provide quality service to our community. We are seeking a diverse group of people with an interest in the important work of ensuring equal justice under law. If you share this same commitment, desire a meaningful career serving the public, and want the opportunity to make a difference for your community, consider a career with us. Ideal candidates are people with integrity, ethics and high energy that enjoy learning and working in a respectful, team-oriented environment.

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Clerk's Office Employee Benefits*

• Health Benefits
• Thrift Savings Plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance Program
• (Comparable to a 401(k) plan)
• Federal Employees Retirement System
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Transit Subsidy
• Child Care Facilities
• Commuter Parking Reimbursement
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Account
• Limited Purpose Health Care
• Mass Transit Account
• Reimbursement Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Health Club Membership
• Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays

For questions, please contact Human_Resources_ILND@ilnd.uscourts.gov

Resources for Law Clerks
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Resources for New Clerk's Office Employees

The United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.

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