Court Name/Organization Tennessee Eastern Bankruptcy Court Overview of the Position The Sixth Circuit Judicial Council is soliciting applications from persons interested in appointment as a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The position is vacant due to the retirement of U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Shelley D. Rucker on April 1, 2024. U.S. Bankruptcy Judges exercise highly important judicial powers and responsibilities as officers of the U.S. District Courts. The basic jurisdiction of a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge is specified in Title 28, U.S.C. and explained in Title 11, U.S.C., as well as in 98 Stat. 344, Pub. L. 98-353, Title I, § 120. Location Chattanooga, TN Opening and Closing Dates 05/27/2026 - 06/23/2026 Appointment Type Permanent Salary Not specified Link to Court Careers Information https://www.ca6.uscourts.gov Link to Job Announcement