- Position Title
- Legal Administrative Specialist (In-Court Services)
- Agency
- Executive Office for Immigration Review
- Announcement Number
- DE-11766874-22-VG Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, February 27, 2023 to Monday, March 13, 2023
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Eligibilities
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING ELIGIBILITY QUESTIONS CAREFULLY. YOUR RESPONSES WILL AFFECT YOUR CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.
The following questions address if you are eligible to apply to this job opportunity announcement through Merit Promotion procedures. You will only be considered under the options you have selected. You may qualify for more than one eligibility, so please choose carefully.
If you respond that you do not meet any of the following criteria, you will not be considered for this position under this announcement.
Please refer to the announcement for additional information. If you still have questions concerning your eligibility for consideration, you may reach out to the contact in the announcement prior to the announcement closing. You must submit a complete application by the close of the announcement to be considered.
The following questions address if you are eligible to apply to this job opportunity announcement through Merit Promotion procedures. You will only be considered under the options you have selected. You may qualify for more than one eligibility, so please choose carefully.
If you respond that you do not meet any of the following criteria, you will not be considered for this position under this announcement.
Please refer to the announcement for additional information. If you still have questions concerning your eligibility for consideration, you may reach out to the contact in the announcement prior to the announcement closing. You must submit a complete application by the close of the announcement to be considered.
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the 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; 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; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the 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; 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; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Do you have an intellectual disability, severe physical disability or psychiatric disability that makes you eligible for Schedule A hiring authority?
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide "proof of a disability" documentation signed and dated by your doctor, a licensed medical professional, a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist, or any Federal, state, or local agency that issues or provides disability benefits; i.e., certification that you are an individual with an intellectual disability, severe physical disability or psychiatric disability, and can be considered for employment under the Schedule A hiring authority 5 CFR 213.3102(u).
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide "proof of a disability" documentation signed and dated by your doctor, a licensed medical professional, a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist, or any Federal, state, or local agency that issues or provides disability benefits; i.e., certification that you are an individual with an intellectual disability, severe physical disability or psychiatric disability, and can be considered for employment under the Schedule A hiring authority 5 CFR 213.3102(u).
5.
Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?
6.
Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:
To verify your eligibility, you must 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 your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15. Note: VRA applies to any grade level up to and including a GS-11 or equivalent.
- recently separated (within the past 3 years);
- are a disabled veteran;
- served on active duty in the Armed Forces during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized; OR,
- received an Armed Forces Service Medal?
To verify your eligibility, you must 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 your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15. Note: VRA applies to any grade level up to and including a GS-11 or equivalent.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. You may only select up to 2 location(s).
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Legal Administrative Specialist (In-Court Services) position with the Federal government.
Minimum Qualifications
1.
From the descriptions below, select the ONE response that BEST describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as a GS-09 Legal Administrative Specialist (In-Court Services).
2.
From the descriptions below, select the ONE response that BEST describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as a GS-11, Legal Administrative Specialist (In-Court Services).
3.
From the descriptions below, select the ONE response that BEST describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as a GS-12, Legal Administrative Specialist (In-Court Services).
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Prepare and maintain a variety of legal correspondence and legal documents.
5.
Process, assemble, and provide case files during court proceedings.
6.
Provide assistance with the electronic filing, scanning, and printing of legal documents.
7.
Prepare court related reports from an automated information system.
8.
Process electronic and hard copy legal documents, such as legal correspondence and court documents.
9.
Make and respond to inquiries to obtain consolidation of cases, process continuation of cases, and obtain information for final orders.
10.
Examine and process complex charging documents and exhibits.
11.
Utilize automated and non-automated legal research tools to research case or program specific legal matters.
12.
Serve as a liaison between the court and public.
13.
Answer court related inquiries in person and by telephone.
14.
Respond to court related inquiries from counsel and the public.
15.
Refer court related inquiries to appropriate sources.
16.
Prepare court notices to various parties to advise them of hearing dates.
17.
Process motions, petitions, and legal documentation.
18.
Utilize automation system to generate and distribute various notices, orders, decisions, and case management reports.
19.
Respond to FOIA requests.