Supervisory Paralegal Specialist

Offices, Boards and Divisions • Washington, DC • 4h ago

Summary This posting is for a Supervisory Paralegal Specialist in the Civil Division's Torts Branch, Environmental Litigation Section (ETL). Torts is the principal guardian of the public fisc at the Department and defends the United States and its employees against tort suits, which cumulatively seek billions, and sometimes trillions, of dollars in monetary damages each year. Responsibilities The duties for the Supervisory Paralegal Specialist include, but are not limited to, the following: Plans, assigns and prioritizes the work of paralegal and support staff. Ensures personnel decisions and actions align with merit system principles and EEO policies. Organizes and manages case documents, evidence, and exhibits. Coordinates logistics and technical requirements for hearings, depositions, and trials. Manages travel authorizations and vouchers in compliance with federal travel regulations and organizational policies. Provides updates, briefings, and recommendations to supervisors, attorneys, and program staff. Prepares clear and accurate legal and administrative documents, including summaries, reports, and correspondence. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for the position of Supervisory Paralegal Specialist, at GS-0950-12, you must meet the qualification requirements listed below. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service, performing duties such as: conducting legal and factual research, supporting discovery and trial preparation, managing case documents and evidence, drafting legal documents, and performing administrative functions such as coordinating personnel actions, timekeeping, travel, procurement, or office operations. Experience must also demonstrate the ability to lead or coordinate the work of others. You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade, by 10/29/2026 of this announcement. Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume. Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information Additional selections may be made from this announcement. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline. Selective Service: If you were born male, on or after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov. Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: The Fair Chance Act prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOJ employee or Federal contractor acting on its behalf has violated your rights under this Act, you may submit a written complaint within 30 days. Note: In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201(b) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance Act.

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