Lead Paralegal Specialist
What you'd do
The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia's mission is to enforce the criminal laws of the United States and the District of Columbia, represent the interests of the United States in civil litigation, and respond to the public safety needs of the community by leading an effective, well-coordinated law enforcement effort that contributes to the overall goal of improving the quality of life in the District of Columbia.
Major duties
If you are selected, you will conduct investigative analysis and provide support on legal matters handled by the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia. You may perform assignments independently or as part of a team. Typical work assignments will include: Supporting the supervision and management of the Early Case Assessment Section (ECAS) by helping implement plans, priorities, and goals established by the supervisor. Organizing and coordinating assignments for the paralegal team and communicating work procedures, objectives, deadlines, and expectations. Conducting specialized legal research for Assistant United States Attorneys involving legislative history, judicial precedents, case law, legal decisions, and law review materials related to intake and case-papering matters. Reviewing and evaluating new and complex cases by analyzing case facts, investigative reports, evidence, and other relevant information to support case-processing decisions.
What you need to qualify
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education for the respective grade level in which you are applying: To qualify at the GS-12 level, you must possess: Specialized Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing (2) of the (3) duties listed below: Providing legal support and technical work with in-depth specialized knowledge of legal research methods and analysis, laws, legal reference material, and litigation. Preparing motions, responses to defense pleadings, writs, trial subpoenas, and other technical documents in a timely manner. Providing case management and organizing cases for court presentation by preparing and/or requesting evidence and/or exhibits. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. You must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted; recommended SF-50s include promotions and step increases (within grade increases).
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