Paralegal Specialist with Security Clearance

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the DoD Post Secondary and Recent Graduates Direct Hiring Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Duties You will research relevant state and federal regulations, codes, DON Directives, DON Instructions, DON Manuals, DoD Directives, DoD Instructions, DoD Manuals, regulations, case law, and other legal precedents, as needed. You will conduct client intake and check-in. You will prepare case summaries, legal memoranda, and written correspondence in compliance with the DON Correspondence Manual (or other requested format). You will maintain a centralized appointment calendar for attorneys and independently schedule appointments to ensure deadlines are met. You will use electronic databases, such as, but not limited to, LEXIS, WESTLAW to perform legal research. You will ensure timely processing of all purchase requests, equipment maintenance and service requests. You will respond to telephonic inquiries, correspondence, and electronic mail and messages. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. Qualifications Paralegal or Legal Studies Certificate, Paralegal or Legal Studies Degree, or courses such as Legal Research & Writing, Legal Ethics, etc. are highly desirable. FOR THE GS-09: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector assisting an attorney and clients in gathering, arranging, analyzing, and evaluating information and evidence needed. Examples of specialized experience may include the following:
1) Using electronic databases such as LEXIS, WESTLAW, and VTA to perform legal research; 2) Interpreting and applying technical material, rules, regulations, and instructions to a given situation; 3) Performing substantive legal analysis, communicating the issue(s), and applying the legal research in clear and concise oral and written form; 4) Interviewing clients and witnesses and preparing summary interview reports for attorney's review; and 5) Knowledge of administrative or legal adjudicative processes and timelines FOR THE GS-07: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing various legal duties. Examples of specialized experience may include the following: 1) Using a case management system (CMS), database, or other software to schedule and maintain calendars, manage cases, organize files, and track clients and deadlines; 2) Conducting client intake to ascertain client needs and collect relevant case documents; 3) Reviewing legal case materials to identify key issues and become familiar with questions under consideration; and 4) Preparing and organizing case documentation. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Education DHA Eligibility documentation: In order to be eligible for this position, you must provide documentation that you are eligible for this Direct Hire Authority. If you are applying as a recent graduate, you must provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts or equivalent document from your school that lists courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned or a copy of your degree. In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: FOR THE GS-09:
Successful completion of master's or equivalent graduate degree
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Successful completion of 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
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Successful completion of a LL.M. or J.D. that is related to the position being filled. FOR THE GS-07:
Successful completion of 1 full year of graduate level education
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Superior academic achievement A transcript and writing sample must be submitted with your application. See Required Documents for additional information. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Recent Graduates must be appointed within two years of being awarded a bachelor's or graduate degree from a qualifying educational institution as defined in 20 U.S.C. 1001. The two year period of eligibility will be extended to four years for veterans who have completed a period of obligated uniformed service of more than 4 years, and was awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than 4 years before the date of appointment. This position is eligible for part time, substantial or ad-hoc telework at the discretion of management. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. 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. 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. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies. 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. 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 . click apply for full job details