Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Paralegal Specialist
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys - Paralegal Specialist - Indianapolis, Indiana
Summary:
For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit
www.justice.gov/usao/ . As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being announced to All U.S. Citizens and Nationals under 24-INS-12529938-DE.Responsibilities:
As a Paralegal Specialist in the Criminal Division, you will:Review and organize complex factual material and other documentary data for investigations and trials.Provide advice on the most efficient method for preparing legal documents.Use tables and citation checking with efficiency.Prepare a variety of substantive legal documents including extradition requests, grand jury and trial subpoenas, interrogatory requests, and documentation relevant to acquiring evidence or testimony.Develop and enter various case material into a computer database.Prepare charts, graphs, and tables to illustrate results.Prepare, develop, compile, or maintain jury instructions in preparation for trial.Prepare exhibits for trial which typically involve a wide range of visual materials.Provide litigation case management and organize cases for court presentation.Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.Requirements:Conditions of Employment:Qualifications:GS-7: To be eligible at the GS-7 level, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions:Specialized experience:
One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level.Education:
One year of graduate education in an accredited college or university.Superior Academic Achievement:
To be eligible for SAA you must have one of the following:A standing in the upper third of your college class or major subdivision at the time you apply.A grade point average of "B" (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent for all courses completed.A "B+" (3.5 on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent for all courses completed in a qualifying major field of study.Election to membership in one of the national honorary societies (other than freshman societies).GS-9: To be eligible for the GS-9, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions:Specialized Experience:
One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level in Federal service.Education:
Possess one of the following types of education in a related field: a J.D. or LL.B; OR a Master's or equivalent graduate degree or higher; OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree.To be qualified, you must type at least 40 words per minute based on a 5-minute sample with three or fewer errors. (A typing test may later be required.)Additional Information:
The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.EEO Statement:
The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants.Diversity Statement:
The Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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Summary:
For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit
www.justice.gov/usao/ . As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being announced to All U.S. Citizens and Nationals under 24-INS-12529938-DE.Responsibilities:
As a Paralegal Specialist in the Criminal Division, you will:Review and organize complex factual material and other documentary data for investigations and trials.Provide advice on the most efficient method for preparing legal documents.Use tables and citation checking with efficiency.Prepare a variety of substantive legal documents including extradition requests, grand jury and trial subpoenas, interrogatory requests, and documentation relevant to acquiring evidence or testimony.Develop and enter various case material into a computer database.Prepare charts, graphs, and tables to illustrate results.Prepare, develop, compile, or maintain jury instructions in preparation for trial.Prepare exhibits for trial which typically involve a wide range of visual materials.Provide litigation case management and organize cases for court presentation.Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.Requirements:Conditions of Employment:Qualifications:GS-7: To be eligible at the GS-7 level, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions:Specialized experience:
One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level.Education:
One year of graduate education in an accredited college or university.Superior Academic Achievement:
To be eligible for SAA you must have one of the following:A standing in the upper third of your college class or major subdivision at the time you apply.A grade point average of "B" (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent for all courses completed.A "B+" (3.5 on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent for all courses completed in a qualifying major field of study.Election to membership in one of the national honorary societies (other than freshman societies).GS-9: To be eligible for the GS-9, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions:Specialized Experience:
One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level in Federal service.Education:
Possess one of the following types of education in a related field: a J.D. or LL.B; OR a Master's or equivalent graduate degree or higher; OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree.To be qualified, you must type at least 40 words per minute based on a 5-minute sample with three or fewer errors. (A typing test may later be required.)Additional Information:
The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.EEO Statement:
The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants.Diversity Statement:
The Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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