- Position Title
- Legal Administrative Specialist (Human Trafficking Analyst)
- Agency
- Offices, Boards and Divisions
- Announcement Number
- 24-DMT-CRM-005 (DEU) Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, December 29, 2023 to Monday, January 22, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
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.
3.
Are you an employee that was involuntarily separated from another agency due to a reduction-in-force (RIF)?
The Inter-agency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) is an inter-agency program that helps "surplus" or "displaced" federal employees improve their chances of finding a new job at another agency (not their current or former agency), by giving these employees selection priority over other applicants from outside the agency.
You may be eligible for ICTAP if:
- You're a current federal employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced employee—you've received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF).
- The agency you're applying to is accepting applications from outside of their workforce.
- The job you're applying to is in the local commuting area.
- You meet the qualifications and other requirements of the job you're applying for.
For example, if you work for the Department of Defense and receive a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice, you can apply for a competitive service job in the local commuting area at the Department of Justice.
To verify your eligibility: You must submit appropriate 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.
Preferences
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In the last five years (from the closing date of this announcement) have you served, or are you currently serving, as an Executive Branch Political, Schedule C, or Non-career Senior Executive Services appointee? You can find out if you have held one of these appointment types by looking at the SF-50s in your Electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF), in Section 5 where the legal authorities are listed.
- A political appointee is an appointment made by the President with or without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an assistant position to a top-level federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213.3102(z)).
- A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties (5 CFR 213.3301 and 5 CFR 213.3302).
- A noncareer SES appointee serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations (5 CFR 317 Subpart F).
2.
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.
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.
3.
You may be required to complete a pre-employment security screening and background investigation, which includes a drug screening. Do you accept this condition?
4.
I have read the full vacancy announcement on USAJOBS and understand the requirements laid out under Required Documents section. I understand that failure to provide a required document may result in my application being rated ineligible, incomplete, or that I may be rated based on the information I do provide. I further understand that my resume must contain sufficient information about my work experience in order for me to receive credit.
Refer to the USAJOBS job opportunity announcement for the full list of required documents for each group of applicant.
Refer to the USAJOBS job opportunity announcement for the full list of required documents for each group of applicant.
- See What Types of Documents Might I Have to Provide? (USAJOBS) for additional information about documentation.
- See the Resume Writing Tutorial for more information about resume requirements.
5.
The Department of Justice requires that you provide proof that for 3 out of the last 5 years you have resided in the United States, worked for the United States in a foreign country in a Federal or U.S. military capacity for 3 out of the last 5 years, and/or been a dependent of a Federal or U.S. military employee in a foreign country for 3 out of the last 5 years. Are you able to provide sufficient documentation to meet this residency requirement?
6.
If selected, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period. Do you accept this condition of employment?
7.
The duty location for this position is in Washington, DC. Are you willing to come into the office at least six (6) days a pay period, or as required by Division policy?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Legal Administrative Specialist (Human Trafficking Analyst), GS-0901-12 position with the Department of Justice. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used 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 your application.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTORs (SPFs): In addition to the specialized experience requirements, SPFs will be used to determine basic qualifications. If you do not possess the SPFs, you will not be given further consideration for this position.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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Experience investigating human trafficking crimes involving forced labor, transnational trafficking of foreign victims into the U.S., and sex trafficking of adult victims by force, fraud, or coercion; or experience analyzing evidence and intelligence related to such crimes.
2.
Experience applying victim-centered, trauma-informed approaches in human trafficking investigations, prosecutions, and enforcement programs involving coordination among multiple law enforcement agencies, other government agencies, and non-governmental victim advocates.
Please select the statement(s) that best describe(s) the experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Legal Administrative Specialist (Human Trafficking Analyst) at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service. (Select all that apply.)
3.
To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, candidates must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service or other pay system. Specialized experience must include: investigating human trafficking crimes involving forced labor, transnational trafficking of foreign victims into the U.S., and sex trafficking of adult victims by force, fraud, or coercion; analyzing evidence, intelligence, data, and information related to such crimes; and applying victim-centered, trauma-informed approaches in human trafficking investigations, prosecutions, and enforcement programs involving coordination among multiple law enforcement agencies, other government agencies, and non-governmental victim advocates.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
4.
Draft substantive, analytical written work product, in a clear, succinct, and well-reasoned manner.
5.
Recognize and use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling to communicate information (for example, facts, ideas, messages, complex concepts, and analyses).
6.
Produce written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
7.
Show understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, diplomacy, empathy, cooperation, and concern.
8.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with others, including effectively dealing with individuals who are confrontational, hostile, or distressed.
9.
Use diplomacy to de-escalate conflict, build consensus, resolve disputed issues; and develop collaborative approaches.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
10.
Demonstrate experience investigating human trafficking crimes involving forced labor; trafficking of foreign victims into the U.S.; and sex trafficking of adult victims by force, fraud, or coercion; or analyzing evidence, intelligence, data, and information related to such crimes.
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Demonstrate experience of victim-centered, trauma-informed approaches in human trafficking investigations, prosecutions, detection efforts, and enforcement programs involving coordination among multiple law enforcement agencies, other government agencies, and non-governmental organizations.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
12.
Express ideas, information, and facts, including complex concepts, to individuals and groups in a highly effective manner.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
13.
Communicate in a manner that takes into account the audience, the nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, or controversial) and the purpose or objective of the communication.
14.
Make oral presentations that are clear, convincing, persuasive, and succinct; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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Make logical, correct inferences to draw accurate conclusions.
16.
Identify and apply relevant rules, principles, guidelines, and relationships to analyze and explain complex facts, data, or other information.
17.
Determine accuracy, reliability, and relevance of information.
18.
Use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternative approaches.
19.
Develop innovative and effective solutions to resolve complex issues.