Law Clerk - Term

Court Name/Organization Tennessee Eastern District Court Overview of the Position U.S. Magistrate Judge Jill E. McCook is seeking a Judicial Law Clerk. The position is for a term to be determined, not to exceed four years, and is expected to begin in August 2027. The position may be extended without further competition. The Judicial Law Clerk researches issues of law, drafts bench briefs and opinions, attends motion hearings and other court proceedings, and acts as advisor, making recommendations based on the law, to the Knoxville Division Magistrate Judges. While this position is within the chambers of Honorable Jill E. McCook, U.S. Magistrate Judge, the chambers of the two magistrate judges in the Knoxville Division operate with a unique team approach in which they share and work in conjunction with a support staff of two career law clerks and two term law clerks. There is daily interaction with the Judges. Effective interaction with other chambers staff, Clerk's Office staff, and members of the bar is essential to this position. For a full position overview, qualifications, salary information, benefits, and application process, please see the vacancy announcement. The vacancy is open until filled with first preference given to applications received by Aug. 28, 2026. Location Knoxville, TN Opening and Closing Dates 07/20/2026 - Open Until Filled Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade JSP 11/1 to JSP 13/10 Salary $74,678 - $138,370 Link to Court Careers Information http://www.tned.uscourts.gov Announcement Number 2026-12 Link to Job Announcement