Supervisory Paralegal Specialist (Chief of Litigation Services)

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate for the Supervisory Paralegal Specialist (Chief of Litigation Services) position will have a demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and exercise sound judgment in assigning and supervising work; general knowledge of the law and court procedures to prepare legal documents and various correspondence; strong research and analytical skills; the ability to assist attorneys and train staff in the rules and procedures needed for court filings; and the interpersonal skills to interact with colleagues, court personnel, opposing counsel, and agency leadership. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-11 grade level, which has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the Supervisory Paralegal Specialist (Chief of Litigation Services) at the GS-12 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Experience preparing records and other documents for filing in the courts and other litigation activities; and Experience conducting legal research on court rules and agency regulations; writing summaries or analyses of court decisions, rules and statutes, or other legal documents; and Experience collaborating with different offices or agencies to ensure the accurate interpretation of applicable laws and regulations; and Experience in preparing and reviewing complex court filings, including records, cert lists, and appellate briefs. 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. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. 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.