Paralegal Specialist
Typical work assignments will include:
Reviewing and organizing complex factual material and other documentary data for investigations and trials. Providing advice on the most efficient method for preparing legal documents. Using tables and citation checking with efficiency. Preparing a variety of substantive legal documents to include extradition requests, grand jury and trial subpoenas, interrogatory requests, and documentation relevant to acquiring evidence or testimony. Developing and enter various case material into a computer database. Using document review platforms such as Eclipse and Relativity to assist in the review of case-related documents. Preparing charts, graphs, and tables to illustrate results. Preparing, developing, compiling, or maintaining jury instructions in preparing for trial. Preparing exhibits for trial which typically involve a wide range of visual materials. Providing litigation case management and organize cases for court presentation. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. GS-9:
To be eligible at the GS-9 level, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions, as defined below:
One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level. Specialized experience is defined as experience performing paralegal or legal work which demonstrates a basic knowledge of legal research and the ability to interpret legal decisions. Examples of specialized experience may include the following:
examining and processing a variety of legal documents; conducting research, analysis and evaluation of data in response to complex or sensitive requests; drafting briefs, pleadings, litigation recommendations, or other legal documents and correspondence; using a variety of electronic or manual filing systems to acquire and store information; document findings and preparing recommendations; searching and reviewing legal references, case files, and other sources for information and data required by attorneys or court personnel. Or Education:
One of the following types of education in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Law):
a Master's or equivalent graduate degree (such as an LL.B. or J.D.); OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. Or Combining Education and
Experience:
Combinations of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. In order to qualify based on a combination, graduate education must be in excess of 1 full year. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if:
1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Reviewing and organizing complex factual material and other documentary data for investigations and trials. Providing advice on the most efficient method for preparing legal documents. Using tables and citation checking with efficiency. Preparing a variety of substantive legal documents to include extradition requests, grand jury and trial subpoenas, interrogatory requests, and documentation relevant to acquiring evidence or testimony. Developing and enter various case material into a computer database. Using document review platforms such as Eclipse and Relativity to assist in the review of case-related documents. Preparing charts, graphs, and tables to illustrate results. Preparing, developing, compiling, or maintaining jury instructions in preparing for trial. Preparing exhibits for trial which typically involve a wide range of visual materials. Providing litigation case management and organize cases for court presentation. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. GS-9:
To be eligible at the GS-9 level, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions, as defined below:
One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level. Specialized experience is defined as experience performing paralegal or legal work which demonstrates a basic knowledge of legal research and the ability to interpret legal decisions. Examples of specialized experience may include the following:
examining and processing a variety of legal documents; conducting research, analysis and evaluation of data in response to complex or sensitive requests; drafting briefs, pleadings, litigation recommendations, or other legal documents and correspondence; using a variety of electronic or manual filing systems to acquire and store information; document findings and preparing recommendations; searching and reviewing legal references, case files, and other sources for information and data required by attorneys or court personnel. Or Education:
One of the following types of education in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Law):
a Master's or equivalent graduate degree (such as an LL.B. or J.D.); OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. Or Combining Education and
Experience:
Combinations of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. In order to qualify based on a combination, graduate education must be in excess of 1 full year. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if:
1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
- Department:
0950 Paralegal Specialist - Salary Range:
$61,131 to $79,492 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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