Paralegal Specialist - Forfeiture with Security Clearance

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Job description

Who May Apply Job Opening : 57337 Open to ALL U.S. Citizens Opening Date: September 25, 2024 Closing Date: October 9, :59 pm (EST) Questions regarding this opening should be directed to . Job Summary Position: Paralegal Specialist - Forfeiture, GS 7/9/11/12 Division: Seattle Field Office Location: Seattle, WA Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary depending on the needs of the office. Salary: GS 7 - $54,896.00 - $71,366.00 GS 9 - $67,147.00 - $87,291.00 GS 11 - $81,242.00 - $105,612.00 GS 12 - $97,376.00 - $126,585.00 Full Performance level: GS 12 Number of Positions Available: 1 Duration: Full Time/Permanent Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Key Requirements Must be a U.S. citizen Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance Some travel may be required Selectee will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Mission Statement: The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States. Major Duties: Performs assignments involving the analysis, evaluation, and development of forfeiture cases and assists in case preparation for litigation and in the execution of search warrants. Determines the identity of persons requiring legal notice and obtains supporting documents and records. Prepares documents relating to seized property and initiates action to accomplish the seizure, forfeiture, and disposition of property, as well as follow-up correspondence. Coordinates disposition of property with various levels/agencies and ensures accounting of costs and classification of expenses. Drafts subpoenas when necessary to obtain documents, records, or testimony; prepares search/seizure warrants and affidavits to include identifying assets that can be seized and items of evidentiary value on the forfeiture portion of the investigation. Appears in court as a witness to testify concerning civil/criminal forfeiture actions. Reviews information in case files to identify potentially forfeitable assets in accordance with prospective guidelines and appropriate titles of forfeiture law. Qualifications and Evaluations Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans' preference will be applied. All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies: Administrative/Organizational Policies and Procedures Analytic Thinking Communication Governance and Legal Jurisprudence Organizing and Planning Specialized Experience (SE): GS 7: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS 5 grade level, as defined below: Assisted in assignments involving administrative claims and/or litigation matters.
Conducted database research in order to ensure proper entry and utilization of forfeiture information.
Researched various legal and regulatory sources in order to evaluate routine requests.
Communicated orally with various individuals in order to provide information and the status of a case.
Prepared drafts of legal documents as it relates to forfeiture cases.
GS 9: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS 7 level, as defined below: Processed administrative claims and other litigation matters.
Researched various legal and regulatory sources in order to evaluate routine requests.
Analyzed case information to identify relevant issues related to administrative claims, civil or criminal complaints and/or litigation.
Prepared documents relating to seized property.
Orally communicated to obtain additional information and/or evidence.
GS 11: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS 9 level, as defined below: Analyzed, evaluated, and developed a variety of complex forfeiture cases.
Assisted in forfeiture case preparation for litigation.
Performed extensive title searches to determine true ownership of real property.
Prepared written recommendations regarding forfeiture matters.
Orally communicated the substance of cases with others involved in proceeding with forfeiture matters.
GS 12: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS 11 level, as defined below: Researched and analyzed documentation and evidence in support of forfeiture cases which range from conveyances and money to large tracts of real property.
Based on researched and analysis, provided written evaluation and recommendation as to potential forfeiture matters.
Orally communicated the substance of cases with others involved in proceeding with forfeiture matters. Education All degrees must be from an accredited college or university. Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows: GS 7: Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or one (1) full year of graduate level education. Superior academic achievement is the completion of all the requirements of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average of 3.0 or higher as recorded on an official transcript, or as based on courses completed during the final two years of the curriculum, or (3) honor society membership. GS 9: Applicant must have a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. GS 11: Applicant must have a Ph.D. OR equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related. GS 12: Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. How to Apply For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on How to Apply . If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. Required Documents To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes: Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates A complete assessment questionnaire Other supporting documents ( if applicable ): College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later Documents that were uploaded one or more years ago will need to be uploaded again. Although an applicant may see these documents within their current profile, the HR Specialists may not have access to view them. All applicants are being asked to upload another copy (if applicable) to ensure the staffing units can review the complete application. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship, please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. What to Expect Next Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process. Additional Information Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. Positions with fitness for duty requirements or those that require international travel may require proof of certain vaccinations. The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service. As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people . click apply for full job details

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