Lead Paralegal Specialist Fines Penalties Forfeitures

Customs and Border Protection; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Tampa, FL is seeking a GS-14 experienced professional to manage Fines Penalties and Forfeitures activities within the Office of Field Operations.

The role requires 1 year of specialized experience, the ability to analyze evidence, issue decisions, and guide staff. A thorough background investigation and residency requirements apply. This is a permanent, full-time position with strict eligibility and time-in-grade rules.

Qualifications

• 1 year of specialized experience at the GS-14 level or equivalent.
• Experience developing and evaluating evidence, making determinations within laws and regulations.
• Preparing and issuing decisions on cases within legal jurisdiction and recommending relief.
• Conducting long-range planning/evaluation of FP&F or Seized Property programs.
• Identifying and implementing solutions to improve FP&F program efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Developing and evaluating all evidence, facts, and circumstances relating to a case and making determinations.
• Preparing and issuing decisions on cases within legal jurisdiction and preparing recommendations for granting relief.
• Conducting long-range planning and evaluation activities related to FP&F and Seized Property programs.
• Identifying and implementing solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness of FP&F programs.
• Providing technical and administrative advice and guidance to subordinates.

Skills

Legal analysis

Decision making

Policy interpretation

Research and evaluation

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Tampa, FL is seeking a GS-14 experienced professional to manage Fines Penalties and Forfeitures activities within the Office of Field Operations.

The role requires 1 year of specialized experience, the ability to analyze evidence, issue decisions, and guide staff. A thorough background investigation and residency requirements apply. This is a permanent, full-time position with strict eligibility and time-in-grade rules.