Hearing Examiner

Summary The U.S. Parole Commission promotes public safety and strives for justice and fairness in the exercise of its authority to release and supervise offenders under its jurisdiction. The Office of Case Operations is responsible for the conduct and supervision of all parole activities affecting Federal and D.C. prisoners in federal or state institutions and executes all parole revocation and termination actions. Learn more about this agency Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 04/09/2024 to 04/23/2024 Salary $117,962 - $181,216 per year GS-13: $117,962.00 - $153,354.00 per year; GS-14: $139,395.00 - $181,216.00 per year Pay scale & grade GS 13 - 14 Help Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Washington, DC Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent - Work schedule Full-time - Service Competitive Promotion potential 14 Job family (Series) 0930 Hearings And Appeals Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Suitability/Fitness National security Announcement number USPC-24 ST Control number Help This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee. Family of overseas employees Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas. Federal employees - Competitive service Current or former competitive service federal employees. Individuals with disabilities Land & base management Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency. Military spouses Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista Special authorities Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations. Veterans Clarification from the agency This vacancy announcement is open to Federal employees and other eligible applicants. Please read the "This Job Is Open To" section above to ensure you are eligible for consideration. Help Duties As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. The primary purpose of this position is to preside as a quasi-judicial officer, hearing cases arising from Federal and District of Columbia statutes. Evaluates prisoners for parole release, continued incarceration, or revocation. Prepares pre-hearing and post-hearing summaries based on personal interviews with prisoners, victims, and other witnesses. Reviews official court files and other legal documents. Makes final decisions, or makes recommendations to final decision makers, for or against parole or revocation. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a United States Citizen or National. You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening. You may be required to complete a one-year probationary or two-year trial period. Selective Service registration is required for males born on or after 12/31/1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file. You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met. Additional selections may be made from this announcement at any time if openings occur in other offices serviced by Justice Management Division, HR Operations. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Requires temporary duty (TDY) travel up to 20% of the time. Qualifications To qualify for the position of Hearing Examiner at (GS-0930-13/14), you must possess the required specialized experience specific to the series and grade you're applying to. If you are a current or former government employee on a permanent appointment in the competitive service, you will need to demonstrate 1-year (52-weeks) at the next lower grade level, to meet the time-in-grade requirements for this occupational series and grade. Additionally, please ensure to submit an applicable SF-50 (please refer to the "required documents" section for additional information). For the GS-13: Specialized Experience: For the GS-13, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is defined as: Preparing summaries or reports of pertinent facts for probation or parole actions, prisoner disciplinary hearings, or other criminal justice related proceedings; Participating in administrative hearings or court proceedings related to the detention of prisoners where evidential standards are applied; AND Analyzing information or evidence gathered from multiple sources to assist with making final determination recommendations or advocating for a desired case disposition. Time-in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12). For the GS-14: Specialized Experience: For the GS-14, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is defined as: Examining evidence presented at hearings to make legal and factually accurate findings or recommendations; Applying laws or guidelines governing probation or parole to make case decision recommendations for final decision makers; AND Presiding over administrative hearings related to the detention of prisoners where evidential standards are applied. Time-in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-13). You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including Time-in-Grade, by the closing date of this announcement, 04/23/2024. May be selected at any grade level with non-competitive promotion potential to the target grade. Non-competitive promotion potential to the target grade based on time-in-grade requirements and demonstrated ability to perform the higher graded duties. Your resume must support your responses to the online questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this position, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone - no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information The bullets below outline the various groups of applicants that fall under the term "status candidates". This vacancy is open to applicants from any of the groups listed below: When you apply you'll have the chance to claim an eligibility pathway, be sure you fully read each statement and any links provided to make sure you know which eligibility you qualify for. See a full list and learn more at USAJOBS, see: What does Status Candidate mean? or Which Jobs am I Eligible to Apply for? CURRENT AND FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: For more information, see USAJOBS Federal Employees. CAREER TRANSITION PROGRAMS (CTAP or ICTAP): For more information visit: USAJOBS Career Transition Programs VETERANS AND MILITARY SPOUSES: Please see USAJOBS Veterans Preference for more details. SCHEDULE A, PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES Learn more at USAJOBS - Individuals with Disabilities. General Employment Information: REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Our policy can be found at: DOJ EEO STATEMENT: The U.S. Department of Justice fosters an inclusive and diverse workforce, find our EEO statement online at: SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you were born male, on or after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: . Read more Benefits Help 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement closes, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted by the HR Specialist. This information will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your eligibility for Federal employment, and then whether you are qualified for this particular position . click apply for full job details