Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency
Paralegal Specialist
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
The mission of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) is to provide the fullest possible accounting for our missing personnel from our Nation's past conflicts to their families and our Nation. DPAA personnel research, investigate, recover and identify remains of DoD personnel unaccounted for from World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Cold War, the Iraq conflicts, and the Persian Gulf War. The Director, DPAA (SES-III), reports to the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy (USD(P)).Duties
Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following:Serves as the Senior Paralegal Specialist working with attorneys in the assigned organization, providing responsive paralegal support for critical, high-profile, and time-sensitive cases.Provides assistance to attorneys regarding ethics counseling which includes ethics training, financial disclosure reporting training, and advisory service for post-employment.Research statutory, regulatory, court and/or administrative precedents, testimony, and other legal opinions or documentary material.Provides litigation support regarding civilian personnel matters, including assisting in trial and witness preparation, compiling and transmitting case files, researching legal issues, tracking litigation hold notices, responding to discovery requests, drafting correspondence, and tracking case progress.Identifies and analyzes legal issues and obtains additional facts and information, develops appropriate conclusions and justifications, and prepares responses or other communications for attorney review, finalization, and transmittal.Provides administrative investigation support, including assisting in locating and interviewing witnesses, researching legal standards, collecting and analyzing evidence, developing demonstrative exhibits, and preparing reports, legal sufficiency reviews, and closure memorandums.Salary
$99,200 - $128,956/yearConditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship is requiredMales born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see
Selective Service )May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial periodMust be determined suitable for federal employmentRequired to participate in the direct deposit programThis position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testingThis position may be subject to the DoD Priority Placement ProgramIncumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI level security clearanceIncumbent may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or mandatory overtimeIncumbent is required to sign a non-disclosure agreementThis position may require occasional travel away from your normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft (includes short notice requirements).Qualifications
For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the length of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration.You may qualify at the level GS-12 grade level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirements:At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your experience performing ALL of the following:Providing paralegal support associated with hearings, trials, appeals or advisory services.Conducting research and analyzing information for preparation of legal opinions.Reviewing and preparing legal documents such as summaries, notices, discovery requests, demonstrative exhibits, sufficiency reviews, closure memorandums, and correspondence.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.How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement (10/02/2024) to receive consideration.It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents are legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant.Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.
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Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following:Serves as the Senior Paralegal Specialist working with attorneys in the assigned organization, providing responsive paralegal support for critical, high-profile, and time-sensitive cases.Provides assistance to attorneys regarding ethics counseling which includes ethics training, financial disclosure reporting training, and advisory service for post-employment.Research statutory, regulatory, court and/or administrative precedents, testimony, and other legal opinions or documentary material.Provides litigation support regarding civilian personnel matters, including assisting in trial and witness preparation, compiling and transmitting case files, researching legal issues, tracking litigation hold notices, responding to discovery requests, drafting correspondence, and tracking case progress.Identifies and analyzes legal issues and obtains additional facts and information, develops appropriate conclusions and justifications, and prepares responses or other communications for attorney review, finalization, and transmittal.Provides administrative investigation support, including assisting in locating and interviewing witnesses, researching legal standards, collecting and analyzing evidence, developing demonstrative exhibits, and preparing reports, legal sufficiency reviews, and closure memorandums.Salary
$99,200 - $128,956/yearConditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship is requiredMales born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see
Selective Service )May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial periodMust be determined suitable for federal employmentRequired to participate in the direct deposit programThis position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testingThis position may be subject to the DoD Priority Placement ProgramIncumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI level security clearanceIncumbent may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or mandatory overtimeIncumbent is required to sign a non-disclosure agreementThis position may require occasional travel away from your normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft (includes short notice requirements).Qualifications
For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the length of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration.You may qualify at the level GS-12 grade level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirements:At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your experience performing ALL of the following:Providing paralegal support associated with hearings, trials, appeals or advisory services.Conducting research and analyzing information for preparation of legal opinions.Reviewing and preparing legal documents such as summaries, notices, discovery requests, demonstrative exhibits, sufficiency reviews, closure memorandums, and correspondence.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.How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement (10/02/2024) to receive consideration.It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents are legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant.Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.
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