Job Description

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit .

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

For additional details on cost of living allowances (COLA), please refer to the OPM website Nonforeign Areas (opm.gov) .

This position is also being announced to applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under 23-HI-11982687-MS .

Duties

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment depends on a favorable background investigation.
• You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• If selected, you may be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
• You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Qualifications

GS-9 : To be eligible at the GS-9 level, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a combination of both.

Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level, involving legal or paralegal work demonstrating knowledge of legal research and interpretation of legal decisions. Examples include examining legal documents, conducting research, drafting legal documents, using filing systems, and reviewing legal references.

Education: A Master's or equivalent graduate degree in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Law) or 2 years of progressively higher graduate education in an accredited institution demonstrating relevant knowledge and skills.

Combining Education and Experience: Successful combinations of graduate education and experience may qualify, provided graduate education exceeds 1 full year.

ICTAP: Provides eligible displaced Federal employees with priority for selection if they meet specific criteria and score well on ranking assessments. Proof of eligibility is required.

CTAP: Offers similar priority for surplus and displaced Department of Justice employees, with eligibility verified through official notification.

About the company

The United States Department of Justice, known as the Justice Department, is a federal agency responsible for law enforcement and justice administration. Established in 1870, it oversees agencies like the FBI, U.S. Marshals, ATF, and DEA. Its duties include investigating financial crimes, legal representation of the U.S. government, and managing the federal prison system. The DOJ also reviews local law enforcement conduct as mandated by law.

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