Paralegal Specialist

Office of the Tenant Advocate; Washington (District of Columbia); Ibrido; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Office of the Tenant Advocate (OTA) within the District of Columbia Government seeks a legal research and case management professional to support Administrative Law Judges and other authorities. You will review case records, conduct legal research, draft opinions and orders, and help ensure compliance with laws and agency policies.

Responsibilities include analyzing evidence, identifying issues, coordinating with stakeholders, and preparing documentation for hearings.

Competenze

• One year of specialized experience in DC government.
• Experience with legal case records and hearings.
• Ability to draft opinions and orders.

Mansioni

• Draft opinions and orders for ALJ or other authorities.
• Conduct legal research of statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Review case materials, identify deficiencies, and plan investigations.
• Monitor developments in law and ensure compliance with laws.

Conoscenze

Legal research

Case management

Drafting opinions

Descrizione del lavoro

This position is located within the Office of the Tenant Advocate (OTA).The OTA's mission is to provide technical advice and other legal services to tenants regarding disputes with landlords; to educate and inform the tenant community about tenant rights and rental housing matters; to advocate for the rights and interests of District renters in the legislative, regulatory, and judicial contexts; and to provide financial assistance to displaced tenants for certain emergency housing and tenant relocation expenses.

The incumbent is responsible for providing legal research, analysis, and case management support to Administrative Law Judges and other legal authorities by reviewing and evaluating case records and evidence, conducting legal research, drafting opinions, orders, and other legal documents, and recommending appropriate case dispositions. The incumbent also identifies procedural and legal issues, analyzes information to support hearings and adjudications, monitors legal developments, and assists in ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Draft opinions and orders to be issued by the Administrative Law Judge or other legal authority which requires the review, analysis and organization of facts and evidence; the analysis of legal issues, the application of law to fact; fact finding; the drawing of legal conclusions and the rendition of clear, effective and precise written presentations. Performs legal research, including search of statutes, regulations, legislative history, case law and other legal authorities on points of law.Keeps abreast of current legal developments including recent decisions issued by appeals boards, D.C. Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Examine and evaluate information in case files against agency jurisdictional requirements. Investigates, compiles and evaluates factual information in conjunction with varying data, in order to prepare case documents. Notes any deficiencies in case materials (e.g., missing documents, conflicting statements, etc.) and additional issues or other matters requiring investigation. Determines the specific need for additional information, evidence and witnesses, and plans a comprehensive approach to obtain this information. Conductorientationsessionsforthepublicwithrespecttohearingproceduresand practices.

Qualifications & Education

Specialized Experience: This position requires one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lowest grade level in the District of Columbia government. Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the line of work of the position and has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Licensures & Certifications

None

Work Conditions/Environment

The work is performed in a normal office settings.

Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty:

Monday - Friday 8:45 am - 4:45 pm

Operating Status:

In-person reporting, flexible and limited telework options available upon position eligibility and operational needs.

Promotion Potential:

No known promotion potential

Duration of Appointment

Career Service - Regular

Pay Plan, Series, Grade

CS-0905-11

Collective Bargaining Unit

This position is not covered under collective bargaining.

Residency Requirement

Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.

Drug Free Workplace

The District of Columbia government maintains a drug-free work environment policy. All District employees are subject to post-accident/incident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

EEO Statement

The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.