Paralegal Specialist (Summary and Consent Paralegal)

As a Paralegal Specialist (Summary and Consent Paralegal), GS-0950-11, your typical work assignments may include:

• Assisting with the preparation of ad-hoc statistical reports, monthly reports for the Branch, and with the preparation of compiling, formatting, organizing, and indexing court decisions to create annual reporting metrics for conferences.
• Preparing proposed judgments in contested cases whenever a court of appeals' decision enforces only part of a Board order in conformance with the FRAP Rule 19.
• Providing expert guidance on procedures regarding summary and consent cases, unclear Board procedures, and/or formal settlements.
• Independently researching individual case procedural facts, organizing case files, and drafting other legal documents as necessary.
• Preparing and e-filing applications for summary entry of judgement and docketing statements in default judgement and other uncontested cases, and drafting related correspondence and responsive supplemental filings.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• This is not a remote position.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• This is a Competitive Service position.
• This position is part of the Bargaining Unit.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• You may be required to complete as applicable, a new one-year probationary period or two-year trial period if appointed.
• If you are a current status federal employee, you may be required to complete a new one-year probationary period if selected.
• Transcripts are required if qualifying based on education in lieu of specialized experience.
• Transcripts are required if qualifying on a combination of experience and education.
• Subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
• Submit complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

Qualifications

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate for the Paralegal Specialist position will have a demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and exercise sound judgment; general knowledge of the law and court procedures to prepare legal documents and various correspondence; strong research and analytical skills; and interpersonal skills to interact with colleagues, senior leadership, and the courts. Excellent communication skills are desired.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-09 grade level, which has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the Paralegal Specialist (Summary and Consent Paralegal) at the GS-11 grade level.

Specialized experience includes:

• Experience drafting and preparing motions, forms, and similar documents for court filings consistent with federal and/or local court rules; and
• Experience reviewing and analyzing court orders, documents, and correspondence from a variety of sources such as court clerks and outside counsel to make determinations for court filings; and
• Experience performing legal research utilizing legal reference materials and legal databases such as Westlaw, PACER, Hein Online, Cite Net, KnowVation, and/or NxGen.

This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please do not cut and paste the specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

OR

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. or J.D., if related from an accredited college or university. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position if the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100 percent. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

For more detailed information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website here.

*NOTE* 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.