Supervisory Paralegal Specialist

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being announced to applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under 26-SDCA-13074164-MS.

If selected for this position, you will join the Criminal Division team that is responsible for one of the heaviest criminal caseloads of any district in the United States. Typical work assignments will include: Oversees and monitors the composition and preparation of charging documents, plea agreements, deportation paperwork and discovery, and scheduling defendants for arraignment and plea in District Court. Performs necessary legal and other factual research into the substance of alleged violations to select charges and compose applicable charging documents. Monitors calendar of cases set for preliminary hearing and provides calendar Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) with case files so that indictment can be returned or information filed before date of preliminary examination. Oversees and assists in the designing, implementing and maintenance of a computer system for case monitoring. Serves as technical expert for assigned unit criminal cases and provides a wide range of direct legal support services for pending cases. Prepares and presents of a variety of legal documents in applying a thorough knowledge of extensive practical litigative experience. Provides technical advice, guidance and assistance regarding support staff functions for the unit. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.