Job Summary
Are you interested in a rewarding and challenging career? Join the U.S. Department of Justice! These positions will be centrally managed by the Professional Development Office (PDO) of the Civil Rights Division. The incumbent will perform legal and factual research and other closely related duties of a complex nature in support of attorneys engaged in civil rights cases and matters.
Low Grade: 7
High Grade: 7
Promotion Potential: 11
Sub Agency Name: Civil Rights Division, Professional Development Office
Organization Codes: DJ/DJ01
Relocation: False
Hiring Path:
Total Openings: few
Agency Marketing Statement: The Civil Rights Division (Division) of the Department of Justice, created by the enactment of the Civil Rights Act of 1957, works to uphold the civil and constitutional rights of all Americans, particularly some of the most vulnerable members of our society. The Division is primarily responsible for enforcing federal statutes and executive orders that prohibit unlawful discrimination in various areas. Most jobs in the Division offer flexible work options and other family-friendly opportunities.
Major Duties:
- Reviews, processes, and prepares documents covering diverse and complex legal issues.
- Prepares correspondence, memoranda, justification, and other written documentation involved in providing information about the researched aspects of the cases.
- Reviews and analyzes investigative reports to determine if a particular case is supported by sufficient evidence.
- Conducts legal research of substantial variety and complexity.
- Conducts or assists attorneys in conducting interviews with investigative sources and prospective witnesses.
Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
- DOJ uses E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
- You may be required to complete a pre-employment security screening.
- This is a term appointment. The initial term appointment will not exceed 13 months, with potential extensions up to a 4-year limit.
Education: If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements, you will need to submit an official transcript or other documentation as specified.
How to Apply: Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application and submit the required documentation.
What to Expect Next: If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will receive an email from assessments@USAHire.opm.gov with a link to take the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
Required Documents: You must provide a complete Application Package, which includes your resume, an unofficial college transcript if qualifying based on education, and any other supporting documents as applicable.
Benefits: For information on benefits, please visit this link.
Other Information: The announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date.
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