E-Newsletter
June 2019
Judiciary
Application Release Date:
June 17, 2019 at Noon ET
The Administrative Office of the United States Courts announces that OSCAR will release law clerk applications from the law school class of 2020 on  Monday, June 17, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) . This release time complements the pilot Federal Law Clerk Hiring Plan . Note:  This release time does not affect staff attorney applications.
How Do I...Find a Candidate?
OSCAR provides several features that make it easy to find the perfect candidate for a position. Once you are ready to review applicants, you can sort and search applicants, view applications, save applicants to folders, and more.
Note: You must log into your OSCAR account to access the link below.
Reminders
• Sort your Applicants List by name, class rank, or any other column of your choice for a customized view.
• Use the advanced search to narrow down your applicants and show only those who meet selected criteria.
• Make notes on applications to review later and share with your hiring staff.
• Rate applicants and organize them in categories using custom folders (e.g., “Favorites” or “Interview").
• Email applicants directly from OSCAR to confirm receipt of applications, schedule interviews, and more.
Training & Resources
The OSCAR Program Office provides training sessions to help judges, chambers staff, staff attorney offices, and court unit administrators become familiar with using OSCAR. Check below for upcoming training events, tools, and materials available throughout the year.
Webinars for Judges and Chambers Staff in June
The OSCAR Program Office is offering a series of webinars on managing and reviewing applications in OSCAR, including searching and sorting applications, organizing applications in folders, generating application packets, sending emails to applicants, and more. Register for the session of your choice below.
Training at Your Own Speed  
 Want to learn more about using OSCAR?
We offer one-on-on training to all users.
Choose from any topic you prefer.

Resources for Judiciary Users
 We offer mobile-friendly resources with all inclusive tip sheets for judges/chambers staff and staff attorney offices.

Message from OSCAR Management
As the application release date approaches, we are eager to support you in managing your applications. I encourage you to take advantage of our training opportunities and look forward to continue serving you through the 2019 hiring season.
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