| Location | Erie, PA |
Court Name/Organization Pennsylvania Western District Court Overview of the Position Pro Se Law Clerks provide legal advice and assistance to the Court in connection with prisoner petitions and complaints, immigration habeas corpus petitions, and state death penalty habeas corpus petitions. The Pro Se Law Clerk works on prisoner habeas corpus and civil rights actions, cases in which a plaintiff applies for in forma pauperis (IFP) status, immigration habeas corpus petitions and motions to vacate federal death sentences. Pro Se Law Clerks may perform other duties assigned by the Court. This appointment and continued employment are determined on a year-to-year basis and is subject to funding based upon the court's caseload. Number of Positions: Three (3) Location Erie, Pittsburgh, Johnstown, Remote, PA Opening and Closing Dates 10/20/2026 - 01/18/2027 Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade JSP Grade 11-14 (depending on qualifications) Salary Not specified Link to Court Careers Information https://www.pawd.uscourts.gov/employment Announcement Number 26-09 Link to Job Announcement