Public Notice For The Appointment of a New Magistrate Judge

The Judicial Conference of the United States has authorized the appointment of a full-time United States Magistrate Judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, upon the retirement of the Honorable Susan E. Schwab as a United States Magistrate Judge, effective January 8, 2027. More information can be found here. The Application form AO-78 can be found here.

Vacancy Announcement: Court Reporter Scranton, PA.

The United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full-time permanent Official Court Reporter. This position is based in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and reports to the Clerk of Court. Occasional travel to the other divisional offices (Harrisburg, Wilkes-Barre, and Williamsport) is required. Read the full announcement. | Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment - Form AO-78

Closing date for applications is August 7, 2026 (close of business).

Attorneys are always being sought to serve on the Criminal Justice Act (CJA) Panel for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. Details can be found Here

Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment - Form AO-78