Supervisory Paralegal supporting the US Attorney's Office

FSA•Knoxville, TN

13h

About The Position

FSA Federal (FSA) is seeking a Supervisory Paralegal to support the overall mission of the US Attorney's Office (USAO). This role is part of a nationwide law enforcement initiative focused on removing the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime, and impacting the infrastructure of criminal enterprises. If you are looking for a meaningful, mission-driven career, join FSA!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies; or an undergraduate degree in another field with a Paralegal Certificate; or a Paralegal Certificate with at least two-years' paralegal experience; or High School Diploma/GED with at least four-years' of paralegal experience
One-year of automated litigation support experience with knowledge of the capabilities and use of automated resources and technology for the development, presentation, and prosecution of federal cases
One-year experience in asset forfeiture or a field related to law enforcement or related field (includes legal and military experience)
Ability to demonstrate supervisory experience (project management experience considered)
Excellent working knowledge of legal system, legal research procedures and tools, as well as sources of information
Excellent communication skills; oral and written, to include legal writing skills
Strong organizational and prioritization skills; strong analytic aptitude
Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and other common software applications, to include databases
Leads by example, maintains a professional disposition under extreme pressure
Ability to multitask and consistently deliver the highest quality of work and customer service
This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the specific policies, processes, procedures, and practices of this customer office
Cleared to commence work immediately
Direct asset forfeiture preferred
Trial experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides Legal Clerk and Paralegal / Legal Assistant II, III, & IV review for the attorney.
Directs and supervises paralegal(s) and other staff supporting major paralegal support efforts, such as large legal research projects or major in-courtroom support. Sets goals and priorities in accordance with task order requirements.
Works closely with Government officials, trial attorneys and staff, client agency staff, and opposing counsel.
Responsible for coordinating access to appropriate Department of Justice libraries and other legal research facilities.
Ensures the work meets contract and attorney requirements by monitoring work and reporting on progress. Additionally, troubleshoots and performs quality control spot checks.
Formulates administrative and technical procedures (to include quality control spot checks) to troubleshoot workflow issues and to improve quality and timeliness.
Creates and establishes processes for tracking and managing case files, exhibits, and other case-specific materials.
Coordinates expert witnesses with trial staff.
Coordinates with all support components to make sure the work is completed.
Performs complex legal research.
Keeps the customer and senior management updated on operational status and plans. Provides all required reports on or ahead of schedule.
Manages personnel in accordance with contract and company requirements, to include: Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching; Manages Vacation and other leave requests; Reviews and approves timesheets, travel authorizations, and expense reports; Administers employee evaluations; Acts with appropriate speed to resolve employee concerns; Works with senior management and Human Capital Management (HCM) to appropriately address conduct and performance issues.
Performs other duties as assigned.