A078, Application for Federal Judicial Employment ** Required **
The AO78 is required for all positions except for judgeships (USMJ applicants -- see below).
Please follow the application instructions exactly as listed in each vacancy announcement.
Judgeships
- NEW! US Magistrate Judge, Albuquerque Application deadline August 9, 2026
US Magistrate Judge Application -- Required for District of New Mexico judicial vacancies
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Clerk’s Office
- Magistrate Judge Courtroom Deputy, Albuquerque Open until filled, preference given to applications received by July 10
Clerkships
- Term Law Clerk (2), Garcia, Fall 2027 Open until filled 2 positions, September 2027 - 2028
- For other law clerk opportunities, visit OSCAR
Tenth Circuit
Conditions of Employment
- Benefits and Compensation: The judiciary offers a generous compensation and benefits package to its employees, including health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and flexible work schedules. Click here for details.
- Citizenship: Employees must be United States citizens or eligible for federal employment. See Citizenship Requirements for Employment in the Judiciary.
- Code of Conduct: Judiciary employees are required to adhere to Codes of Conduct that serve as ethical guidance for judges and judicial employees. Find out more at uscourts.gov.
Questions or problems? Contact us at usdcjobs@nmd.uscourts.gov