Supervisory Paralegal Specialist

Customs and Border Protection • Tampa, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Miami/Tampa Field Office, Fines Penalties and Forfeitures Staff, located in Tampa, FL. Additional selections may be made to include other organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above. The position starts at a salary of $125,776.00 (GS-14, Step 1) to $163,514.00 (GS-14, Step 10). Typical work assignments include: Providing the technical expertise necessary to develop and implement policies and procedures for CBP in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations. Participating in the development of DHS national policies in assigned program area in the overall area of enforcement of other Federal government laws and regulations for which the DHS is responsible to administer and implement. Planning, developing, and implementing new program plans, objectives, or systems to improve FPF functions nationwide. Advising senior level management (FPF Director, Executive Director, Directors, Field Operations and Port Directors) on problems and solutions involving the FPF operations. Ensuring that the local FPF sanctioning program is in conformity with the national Program.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
• All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English.
• May be required to pass a background investigation.
• CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures.
• Must adhere to government ethics standards.
• Must obtain approval for outside employment or business activity.
• DHS uses E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
• Must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Developing and evaluating all evidence, facts, and circumstances relating to a particular case and making determinations, decisions, and recommendations within the requirements of the laws and regulations. Preparing and issuing decisions on cases within legal jurisdiction and preparing recommendations for granting relief. Conducting long-range planning and evaluation activities related to Fines, Penalties, and Forfeitures (FPF), Seized Property programs, or similar program. Identifying and implementing solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the Fines, Penalties, and Forfeitures (FPF) program, Seized Property program or similar program. Providing technical and administrative advice and guidance to subordinates.
• Resume must explicitly indicate how you meet the specialized experience requirement.
• Must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process.
• Must meet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 10/12/2026.
• Political appointees must disclose their status to the Human Resources Office.
• Must undergo a thorough background investigation.
• Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates for at least three of the last five years (exceptions may apply).
• New federal government employees must serve a one year probationary period.
• Incumbent is required to carry an electronic communication device.

Nice To Haves

• May be required to serve an 18-month probationary period upon appointment.
• May be required to complete mandatory leadership training for second-level supervisors.
• May be required to successfully complete Fines, Penalties, and Forfeitures Basic Training (3 weeks, Charleston, SC).
• May be required to successfully complete Custody and Management of Seized Property Alternate Class (2 weeks, Charleston, SC).
• May be required to complete Designated Agency Representative: Treasury Executive Office for Asset Forfeiture webinar.
• Must have previously attended Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/PA training or complete it.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Providing the technical expertise necessary to develop and implement policies and procedures for CBP in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations.
• Participating in the development of DHS national policies in assigned program area in the overall area of enforcement of other Federal government laws and regulations for which the DHS is responsible to administer and implement.
• Planning, developing, and implementing new program plans, objectives, or systems to improve FPF functions nationwide.
• Advising senior level management (FPF Director, Executive Director, Directors, Field Operations and Port Directors) on problems and solutions involving the FPF operations.
• Ensuring that the local FPF sanctioning program is in conformity with the national Program.
• Developing and evaluating all evidence, facts, and circumstances relating to a particular case and making determinations, decisions, and recommendations within the requirements of the laws and regulations.
• Preparing and issuing decisions on cases within legal jurisdiction and preparing recommendations for granting relief.
• Conducting long-range planning and evaluation activities related to Fines, Penalties, and Forfeitures (FPF), Seized Property programs, or similar program.
• Identifying and implementing solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the Fines, Penalties, and Forfeitures (FPF) program, Seized Property program or similar program.
• Providing technical and administrative advice and guidance to subordinates.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed