Legal Assistant
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United States Citizens Permanent Full Time
The USITC is an independent Federal agency that adjudicates import injury cases and provides the President and Congress with high quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff, and competitiveness issues.
Here, you will find a dynamic work environment, multi-disciplinary teams working on a variety of projects and products, a dedication to develop your technical skills, and a commitment to provide balance between your work and your personal life.
This position is also being announced through merit promotion procedures under MPPA-14-087-JAS . You must apply to both announcements if you wish to be considered under delegated examining and merit promotion procedures.
This position is located in the U.S. International Trade Commission, Office of the Administrative Law Judges (OALJ). This office is responsible for hearing and deciding cases instituted by the Commission under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act.
Our ideal candidate will have experience with patent litigation or litigation under Section 337.
You must be a U.S. citizen or national You must be able to pass a background investigation You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period
The Legal Assistant provides comprehensive support services to the Administrative Law Judge and staff. As a Legal Assistant, you will have a variety of responsibilities, including issuing initial orders in cases brought under section 337; assisting in scheduling matters for hearing; contacting officials within and outside the ITC on behalf of the ALJ; proofreading pleadings; filing and serving pleadings electronically and manually; maintaining records/case files in accordance with agency directives; conducting searches for information using a variety of sources, including legal databases; preparing public versions of confidential orders and initial determinations; arranging travel and obtaining reimbursement for qualifying expenses; and maintaining time and attendance records for assigned staff.
You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position.
To qualify at the GS-08 level, you must have one-year of specialized experience obtained in the federal or private sector that is equivalent to the GS-07 level. Your specialized experience must demonstrate: assisting with reviewing and processing a variety of legal documentation in accordance with applicable rules and regulations; communicating with individuals in immediate organization in order to provide guidance about litigation activities, hearings process, motion filings, or other related programs; and using a computer to prepare correspondence and experience using software for data input, queries, reports, or case tracking.
To qualify at the GS-09 level, you must have one-year of specialized experience obtained in the federal or private sector that is equivalent to the GS-08 level. Your specialized experience must demonstrate: reviewing and processing a variety of legal documentation in accordance with applicable rules & regulations; performing basic legal research to assist higher-ranking employees drafting orders, motion, and other court documents; communicating with internal and external customers in order to provide guidance about litigation activities, hearings process, motion filings, or other related programs; using a computer to prepare correspondence and experience using software for data input, queries, reports, or case tracking.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
ABILITY TO PERFORM CONSISTENTLY AT A HIGH LEVEL OF ACCURACY AND UNDER TIME CONSTRAINTS
ABILITY TO PROVIDE LEGAL SUPPORT SERVICES
ABILITY TO PROVIDE GENERAL OFFICE SUPPORT
ABILITY TO USE A VARIETY OF COMPUTER PROGRAMS
We will evaluate your relevant education and/or work experience as they relate to the competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) mentioned above. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job.
Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
Best : placement in this category indicates you have the type and quality of experience and/or education that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, including any selective placement factors and/or appropriate quality ranking factor(s).
Better : this category indicates you have the type and quality of experience and/or education that exceed the minimum qualifications of the position.
Good : if you are placed in this category, it indicates you meet the minimum qualifications and/or education of the position and are proficient in some, but not all, of the requirements of the position. You may require extensive training and/or orientation in order to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position.
Candidates in the Best category will be the first ones sent to the hiring manager for interview consideration. Within each category, those with veterans' preference eligibility will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
To preview the assessment questionnaire, click the following link:View Assessment Questions.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
4. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE : If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1172123.
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, August 04, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire .
To receive consideration, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified below by 11:59 PM ET on Monday, August 04, 2014
1. Resume. Your resume or any other written format you choose should contain the following information:
paid and non-paid experience, including job titles, dates held (month and year for qualifying purposes to receive credit), number of hours worked per week, and salary;
knowledge of the subject matter and technical skills pertinent to this position;
specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work; and
names and phone numbers of your current and/or previous supervisor(s).
Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the basic, general, or specialized experience requirements for each grade level you are applying. This information must be clearly identified in your resume. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible.
2. Occupational Questionnaire. A complete job-specific occupational questionnaire submitted through your Application Manager account or fax it using the methods outlined in the _How to Apply_ section.
3. Transcripts. If you are using education to qualify OR if there are mandatory education requirements listed under the _Qualifications and Evaluations_ section, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript(s) with your application. Your education must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.
Your transcript must contain:
name of academic institution;
list of courses;
credit hours;
major(s); and
grade-point average or class ranking.
Foreign Education: You can use education you completed in a foreign college or university if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. You must provide an official statement certifying that your education is equivalent with your application package. The link contains a list of accredited organizations that specialize in interpreting of foreign education credentials: .
If you are selected for a position, you must submit an official/sealed college transcript(s) prior to employment.
4. Veterans' Preference. If claiming veterans' preference, you must indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume.
A . For 5-point veterans' preference, you must provide:
a copy of your DD 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge which shows the type of discharge and dates of active duty (Member 4 copy preferred).
B . If you are currently on active duty , to receive 5-point preference you must provide an official statement of service from your command/unit which states:
your branch of service;
period(s) of service;
campaign medals or expeditionary medals earned;
expected discharge type and date; and
date you will be separated or be on approved terminal leave.
If you supply a statement of service at this stage, your preference/eligibility will be verified by a DD 214 prior to your appointment with our agency.
C . To receive 10-point veterans' preference, you must provide:
an SF-15; and
any documentation required by this form to support your claim.
If we cannot verify your 10-point preference status, you will receive 5-point preference if you meet the requirements. You can obtain an SF-15 through this link: /.
To access to your DD 214 online, please /.
5. Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles. You must submit the following documents:
a copy of your agency notice;
a copy of your most recent performance rating; and
a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
6. Cover Letter. This is optional.
You can opt-in to receive additional alerts under _Notification Settings_ of your _Application Status_ page.
In addition to those alerts, you will receive email notifications at the following points during the recruitment process:
1. Upon receipt of your application. Please review this email for additional information on what may be needed to complete your application.
2. After candidates have been referred to the hiring manager. The referral occurs after it is determined who meets the qualification requirements. The hiring manager will contact you directly if they are interested in interviewing you.
3. Once a selection has been made. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date.
You can always check the status of your application as the recruitment process moves along by:
1. Logging into your USAJOBS account;
2. Selecting _Application Status_; and
3. Reviewing the _Status_column.
For information regarding USITC's comprehensive benefits package, please .
Surplus or Displaced Federal Employees: The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs are available to federal employees that qualify. Those eligible for these programs are granted special priority selection rights. To be considered, you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP/ICTAP, you must provide the documents listed under the _Required Documents_section to verify your eligibility. Also, you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP/ICTAP, please visit: /.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements, please /.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
United States Citizens Permanent Full Time
The USITC is an independent Federal agency that adjudicates import injury cases and provides the President and Congress with high quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff, and competitiveness issues.
Here, you will find a dynamic work environment, multi-disciplinary teams working on a variety of projects and products, a dedication to develop your technical skills, and a commitment to provide balance between your work and your personal life.
This position is also being announced through merit promotion procedures under MPPA-14-087-JAS . You must apply to both announcements if you wish to be considered under delegated examining and merit promotion procedures.
This position is located in the U.S. International Trade Commission, Office of the Administrative Law Judges (OALJ). This office is responsible for hearing and deciding cases instituted by the Commission under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act.
Our ideal candidate will have experience with patent litigation or litigation under Section 337.
You must be a U.S. citizen or national You must be able to pass a background investigation You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period
The Legal Assistant provides comprehensive support services to the Administrative Law Judge and staff. As a Legal Assistant, you will have a variety of responsibilities, including issuing initial orders in cases brought under section 337; assisting in scheduling matters for hearing; contacting officials within and outside the ITC on behalf of the ALJ; proofreading pleadings; filing and serving pleadings electronically and manually; maintaining records/case files in accordance with agency directives; conducting searches for information using a variety of sources, including legal databases; preparing public versions of confidential orders and initial determinations; arranging travel and obtaining reimbursement for qualifying expenses; and maintaining time and attendance records for assigned staff.
You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position.
To qualify at the GS-08 level, you must have one-year of specialized experience obtained in the federal or private sector that is equivalent to the GS-07 level. Your specialized experience must demonstrate: assisting with reviewing and processing a variety of legal documentation in accordance with applicable rules and regulations; communicating with individuals in immediate organization in order to provide guidance about litigation activities, hearings process, motion filings, or other related programs; and using a computer to prepare correspondence and experience using software for data input, queries, reports, or case tracking.
To qualify at the GS-09 level, you must have one-year of specialized experience obtained in the federal or private sector that is equivalent to the GS-08 level. Your specialized experience must demonstrate: reviewing and processing a variety of legal documentation in accordance with applicable rules & regulations; performing basic legal research to assist higher-ranking employees drafting orders, motion, and other court documents; communicating with internal and external customers in order to provide guidance about litigation activities, hearings process, motion filings, or other related programs; using a computer to prepare correspondence and experience using software for data input, queries, reports, or case tracking.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
ABILITY TO PERFORM CONSISTENTLY AT A HIGH LEVEL OF ACCURACY AND UNDER TIME CONSTRAINTS
ABILITY TO PROVIDE LEGAL SUPPORT SERVICES
ABILITY TO PROVIDE GENERAL OFFICE SUPPORT
ABILITY TO USE A VARIETY OF COMPUTER PROGRAMS
We will evaluate your relevant education and/or work experience as they relate to the competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) mentioned above. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job.
Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
Best : placement in this category indicates you have the type and quality of experience and/or education that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, including any selective placement factors and/or appropriate quality ranking factor(s).
Better : this category indicates you have the type and quality of experience and/or education that exceed the minimum qualifications of the position.
Good : if you are placed in this category, it indicates you meet the minimum qualifications and/or education of the position and are proficient in some, but not all, of the requirements of the position. You may require extensive training and/or orientation in order to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position.
Candidates in the Best category will be the first ones sent to the hiring manager for interview consideration. Within each category, those with veterans' preference eligibility will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
To preview the assessment questionnaire, click the following link:View Assessment Questions.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
4. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE : If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1172123.
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, August 04, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire .
To receive consideration, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified below by 11:59 PM ET on Monday, August 04, 2014
1. Resume. Your resume or any other written format you choose should contain the following information:
paid and non-paid experience, including job titles, dates held (month and year for qualifying purposes to receive credit), number of hours worked per week, and salary;
knowledge of the subject matter and technical skills pertinent to this position;
specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work; and
names and phone numbers of your current and/or previous supervisor(s).
Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the basic, general, or specialized experience requirements for each grade level you are applying. This information must be clearly identified in your resume. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible.
2. Occupational Questionnaire. A complete job-specific occupational questionnaire submitted through your Application Manager account or fax it using the methods outlined in the _How to Apply_ section.
3. Transcripts. If you are using education to qualify OR if there are mandatory education requirements listed under the _Qualifications and Evaluations_ section, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript(s) with your application. Your education must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.
Your transcript must contain:
name of academic institution;
list of courses;
credit hours;
major(s); and
grade-point average or class ranking.
Foreign Education: You can use education you completed in a foreign college or university if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. You must provide an official statement certifying that your education is equivalent with your application package. The link contains a list of accredited organizations that specialize in interpreting of foreign education credentials: .
If you are selected for a position, you must submit an official/sealed college transcript(s) prior to employment.
4. Veterans' Preference. If claiming veterans' preference, you must indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume.
A . For 5-point veterans' preference, you must provide:
a copy of your DD 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge which shows the type of discharge and dates of active duty (Member 4 copy preferred).
B . If you are currently on active duty , to receive 5-point preference you must provide an official statement of service from your command/unit which states:
your branch of service;
period(s) of service;
campaign medals or expeditionary medals earned;
expected discharge type and date; and
date you will be separated or be on approved terminal leave.
If you supply a statement of service at this stage, your preference/eligibility will be verified by a DD 214 prior to your appointment with our agency.
C . To receive 10-point veterans' preference, you must provide:
an SF-15; and
any documentation required by this form to support your claim.
If we cannot verify your 10-point preference status, you will receive 5-point preference if you meet the requirements. You can obtain an SF-15 through this link: /.
To access to your DD 214 online, please /.
5. Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles. You must submit the following documents:
a copy of your agency notice;
a copy of your most recent performance rating; and
a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
6. Cover Letter. This is optional.
You can opt-in to receive additional alerts under _Notification Settings_ of your _Application Status_ page.
In addition to those alerts, you will receive email notifications at the following points during the recruitment process:
1. Upon receipt of your application. Please review this email for additional information on what may be needed to complete your application.
2. After candidates have been referred to the hiring manager. The referral occurs after it is determined who meets the qualification requirements. The hiring manager will contact you directly if they are interested in interviewing you.
3. Once a selection has been made. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date.
You can always check the status of your application as the recruitment process moves along by:
1. Logging into your USAJOBS account;
2. Selecting _Application Status_; and
3. Reviewing the _Status_column.
For information regarding USITC's comprehensive benefits package, please .
Surplus or Displaced Federal Employees: The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs are available to federal employees that qualify. Those eligible for these programs are granted special priority selection rights. To be considered, you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP/ICTAP, you must provide the documents listed under the _Required Documents_section to verify your eligibility. Also, you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP/ICTAP, please visit: /.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements, please /.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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