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Position Title
LITIGATION SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Agency
Federal Trade Commission
Announcement Number
DE-12212521-24-BCTIM Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, November 20, 2023 to Monday, December 4, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Litigation Support Specialist, GS-0301-09/11/12, position at our agency. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire. (limit characters)
1. Choose the one answer that best describes how you meet the basic qualifications requirements of a Litigation Support Specialist, GS-0301-09. (limit characters)
2. Choose the one answer that best describes how you meet the basic qualifications requirements of a Litigation Support Specialist, GS-0301-11. (limit characters)
3. Choose the one answer that best describes how you meet the basic qualification requirements for a Litigation Support Specialist, GS-0301-12 as described in the Qualifications Section of the Vacancy Announcement. (limit characters)
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job. C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures. D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee. E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
4. Prepares electronic document productions for processing/loaded and inclusion into an organization's document review platforms. (limit characters)
5. Enters related information about production media efficiently and accurately into media tracking database for record keeping. (limit characters)
6. Establishes and maintains a network folder structure to organize case data. (limit characters)
7. Utilizes various types of databases to complete special projects. (limit characters)
For the following questions, please indicate YES or NO to best describe your experience. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
8. Do you have experience utilizing Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) or other secure file applications? (limit characters)
For the next group of responses, indicate all that apply to your experience. Your resume should reflect this experience. For the next group of responses, indicate if you are proficient with the software identified (proficient means you understand and have utilized a major part of the system's functionality/capabilities). Your resume should reflect this experience. (limit characters)
9. Please indicate which of the following software applications utilized in your prior experience: (limit characters)
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job. C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures. D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee. E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
10. Analyzes data and presents it in a logical and useable manner. (limit characters)
11. Facilitates quality control of incoming production data sent to an organization. (limit characters)
12. Uses database management system(s) to provide factual and legal information. (limit characters)
13. Identifies issues and problems associated with any data that may be corrupted. (limit characters)
14. Advises attorneys on the use of analytical tools, including technology assisted review or active learning, to facilitate the review of data. (limit characters)
15. Handles significant document searches and organization projects for litigation or administrative proceedings. (limit characters)
16. Prepares written work to support litigation case management. (limit characters)
17. Develops reports in an easy to use format for investigational teams and management officials.
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18. Communicates effectively with customers or clients outside of an organization to convey pertinent information. (limit characters)
19. Communicates with case managers or project managers and tracks progress of investigation.
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20. Communicates effectively to provide case management support to lawyers, paralegals, investigators, and/ or law enforcement.
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21. Uses the best available technological tools to identify and secure sensitive information. (limit characters)
22. Develops a critical path to meet project deadlines.
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23. Assists attorney or investigators with electronically-stored information in relation to case management. (limit characters)
24. Analyzes data in incoming productions, identifies technical issues and deficiencies, and provides recommendations to case teams to address those issues. (limit characters)
25. Responds to internal customer requests and provides feedback both orally and in writing. (limit characters)
26. Works collaboratively in a team setting with external customers and internal team members to accomplish duties and responsibilities.
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As previously explained, your responses in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for disqualifying you or for dismissing you from employment following acceptance. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position. (limit characters)
27. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and 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. 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 my not being considered for this position.
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