Legal Administrative Specialist

Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit Responsibilities If selected for this position at the Full-performance Level, you will serve as a Case Manager providing a wide range of legal and administrative services to one or more Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) involved in civil matters. Typical work assignments include: Managing discovery in various formats, including paper documents, PDF files, image files, audio files, video files, forensic reports, proprietary files and other electronic file types; utilizing appropriate software applications to organize, store, review and otherwise manage discovery and evidence. Organizing and storing incoming materials in compliance with USAO policies and procedures; reviewing incoming discovery for responsiveness and relevance, and conducting follow-up as directed by the AUSA. Working closely with AUSAs to provide case development and support activities during investigative, pre-trial and trial phases of civil cases. Conducting factual and legal research in legal and non‑legal databases; researching legislation, statutes, regulations, court cases and individuals/entities; preparing written summaries of findings. Managing and maintaining case-related documents, correspondence, discovery materials and evidence in accordance with record‑keeping requirements; ensuring materials are retrievable and assisting with closing paper and electronic case files. Professional Growth Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as training and experience progress. This position is a career ladder opportunity, with a full performance level of GS‑09. Promotion is not guaranteed and depends on performance and availability of work. Requirements You must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre‑employment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit, tax checks and drug testing; continued employment requires a favorable background investigation. You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable. If selected, you may be required to complete a one‑year probationary period. Time‑in‑Grade: Federal employees must meet time‑in‑grade requirements within 30 days after the closing date of the announcement. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days after the closing date and before placement. Qualifications

GS‑07

Specialized Experience: One full year of experience equivalent to GS‑05, in litigation support or similar. Education: One full year of graduate‑level education in a related field leading to a master’s degree or higher. Combination of Education and Experience: Graduate education plus specialized experience may satisfy qualifications. Superior Academic Achievement: Bachelor's degree or completion within 9 months plus at least a 3.0 GPA or membership in a national honor society.

GS‑09

Specialized Experience: One full year of experience equivalent to GS‑07, involving discovery management and case support. Education: Master's degree or equivalent graduate education in a related field, or two full years of graduate education leading to such a degree. Combination of Education and Experience: Graduate education plus specialized experience may satisfy qualifications; graduate education must exceed one full year. This position does not authorize payment of relocation expenses. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, telework, life insurance and health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Selective Service: Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify registration with the Selective Service System or be exempt. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations will be made on a case‑by‑case basis. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, or military service. More information can be found at #J-18808-Ljbffr United States Attorneys' Offices