- Position Title
- Paralegal Specialist (Recent Graduate)
- Agency
- Offices, Boards and Divisions
- Announcement Number
- ENRD-20-006-EXC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, October 10, 2019 to Thursday, October 24, 2019
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
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Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the Department of Justice?
To be eligible under CTAP you must meet all of the following:
To verify your eligibility: You must submit appropriate supporting documentation, such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice, You must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) form.
To be eligible under CTAP you must meet all of the following:
- You are located in the same local commuting area of this vacancy; AND,
- You are applying to a position that is at (or below) the grade level of the position from which you were (or will) be separated from; AND,
- You are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were (or will be) separated from; AND,
- Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful, or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility: You must submit appropriate supporting documentation, such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice, You must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) form.
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Recent Graduates Program
The recent graduate program is for those who have graduated, within the past two years, from a qualifying educational institution or certificate program. The recent graduate program offers career development with training and mentorship. You must apply within two years of getting your degree or certificate (veterans have up to six years to apply due to their military service obligation).
For more information, review: USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources or Learn more about the recent graduate program...
To verify your eligibility: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
The recent graduate program is for those who have graduated, within the past two years, from a qualifying educational institution or certificate program. The recent graduate program offers career development with training and mentorship. You must apply within two years of getting your degree or certificate (veterans have up to six years to apply due to their military service obligation).
For more information, review: USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources or Learn more about the recent graduate program...
To verify your eligibility: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
Preferences
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Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
1.
Select the response below that best describes your eligibility for the Recent Graduate program:
2.
Please select the letter below that corresponds to the highest Educational Degree or Certificate you have completed by the closing date of this announcement.
3.
From the descriptions below, please select the response that best describes your qualifications for the Paralegal Specialist, GS-7. Make sure your resume supports the response that you select.
4.
From the descriptions below, please select the response that best describes your qualifications for the Paralegal Specialist, GS-9. Make sure your resume supports the response that you select.
In this part, you will respond to questions about your experience that may relate to the requirements of the position for which you are applying. Carefully review and select one response that best describes your experience, education, or training.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
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Prepare reports that present facts, findings, logical conclusions and persuasive arguments (e.g. thesis, briefing papers or research papers).
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Proofread documents for accuracy of spelling, grammar, punctuation and format.
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Use computer applications to create, edit, and format documents and correspondence.
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Track large amounts of data using electronic databases and spreadsheets.
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Conduct online research that included collecting and analyzing information and reporting conclusions or findings.
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Examine documents to identify the relevance of information to a situation or problem.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of my responses to this questionnaire are true, correct, and are provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. Section 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. Part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.