Legal Assistant (OA)

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE); Concord (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) seeks a Legal Assistant (OA) for the Department of Homeland Security. This position involves researching and compiling court documentation, managing case information, and ensuring the integrity of legal processes. Candidates must possess a typing proficiency of at least 40 WPM and meet specific citizenship and background check requirements. It's a crucial role providing vital support to legal advisors in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Typing proficiency of at least 40 WPM required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Background check and drug screen needed.

Responsibilities

• Researching and compiling documentation for court proceedings.
• Updating databases for case information.
• Managing court dockets and preparing motions.

Skills

Researching

Analyzing

Database Management

Drafting

Document Preparation

Typing

Education

Specialized experience or education at GS-04 level or equivalent

Experience at GS-05 level or equivalent for GS-06

Experience at GS-06 level or equivalent for GS-07

Job description

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Summary

Organizational Location: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Office of the Principal Legal Advisor, in multiple locations.

Duties

As a Legal Assistant (OA), at the GS-7 full performance level, you will perform duties such as:

• Researching, analyzing, and compiling documentation for court proceedings.
• Updating databases for case information.
• Supporting functions like managing court dockets and preparing motions.
• Drafting memorandums and correspondence.
• Preparing mailing packages and managing files.

Work involves long periods of standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting items up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service.

Qualifications

Limit your resume to 5 pages. Clearly describe your experience. Do not copy duties from the announcement into your resume.

GS-05 qualification: 1 year of specialized experience at GS-04 level or education equivalent.

GS-06 qualification: 1 year of experience at GS-05 level or equivalent.

GS-07 qualification: 1 year of experience at GS-06 level or equivalent.

Typing proficiency of at least 40 WPM is required.

Additional details include veteran preferences, promotion potential, benefits, and evaluation process.

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