Supervisory Paralegal Specialist (fpf Officer)

SummaryAs our nation navigates the COVID-19 pandemic, CBP is committed to delivering our mission to safeguard America's borders and enable legitimate trade and travel. Staffing mission critical positions remains a high priority. Be reassured that CBP is still hiring, despite potential hiring process step delays due to restrictions to in-person activities. Learn more about this agency ResponsibilitiesOrganizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Chicago Field Office, located in Milwaukee, WI.Joining the Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations will allow you to use your expertise to provide legal support of those executing the law enforcement duties at the port level. This position starts at a salary of $96,124.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $124,963.00 (GS-13, Step 10) with promotion potential to $124,963 (GS-13 Step 10). Apply for this exciting opportunity to strengthen Homeland Security by serving as the driving force behind the adjudication of all liquidated damage, penalty and seizure cases.In this Supervisory Paralegal Specialist position you will become a key member of a team of Homeland Security professionals providing key legal support for the law enforcement duties at the port level. Typical work assignments include:Managing the he FP Office(50%) and the Seized Property Office (25%).Planning activities of the FPF Officers job concerning petitions filed by individuals, attorney and other legal entities seeking relief from seizures and penalties.Providing technical and administrative knowledge applying CBP Laws and Regulation concerning seizures/penalties cases.Interacting with attorneys, and corporations concerning CBP legal remedies and makes final determinations on petitions and seizures on a daily basis. Providing guidelines, training and Performance Plans to subordinates Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Supervisory status Yes Promotion Potential 13 Job family (Series) 0950 Paralegal Specialist Similar jobs Paralegals Help Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this positionMales born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective ServicePrimary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below)You may be required to pass a background investigationCBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing proceduresAs an employee of CBP, you will be joining a workforce that is dedicated to accomplishing our mission while maintaining the trust of our Nation by strictly adhering to all government ethics standards. Your conduct will be subject to the ethics rules applicable to all Executive Branch employees, and to CBP employees specifically, as well as the criminal conflict of interest statutes. Once you enter on duty, these rules include obtaining approval for outside employment or business activity, to ensure such employment or business activity is not prohibited and does not interfere or conflict with performance of your official duties. Please review further details via the following link. Qualifications Experience: You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess 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 and recommendations within the requirements of the laws and regulations.Evaluating petitions filed by individuals, attorneys, and/or corporations or other legal entities seeking relief from seizures, penalties, fines, and/or liquidated damages.Overseeing and managing the Seized Property program and expendituresProviding technical training, administrative guidance, and assignments to subordinates, relative to the implementation of new and/or revised laws, regulations, and programs relevant to the Fines, Penalties, and Forfeitures process.Education Substitution: There is no educational substitution for this position.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.You must:Meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; andMeet 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 02/22/2021.The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation, possession, sale, receipt, manufacture, cultivation, production, transfer, shipping, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. . For more information visit this link.Residency: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency wavier by meeting one or more of the following conditions:Working for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the militaryA dependent who was authorized to accompany a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S. governmentParticipation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or universityWorking as a contractor, intern, consultant or volunteer supporting the U.S. governmentProbationary Period: All employees new to the federal government must serve a one year probationary period during the first year of his/her initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment. Current and former federal employees may be required to serve or complete a probationary period. Education Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position.Additional informationBargaining Unit: This position is not covered under the bargaining unit.Financial Disclosure is required.Availability: You will be required to carry an electronic communication device.Leadership Training: All newly appointed first-time CBP Supervisors are required to complete mandatory training within 90 days of appointment. The training will be scheduled by the Office of Training and Development. The duration of the training will include SLT three (3) weeks of in residence training in Harpers Ferry, WV. Note: This training may be waived if previously completed.Training: You may be required to attend 5 weeks of paid training at the Advanced Training Center in Harpers Ferry, WV. In addition, you may be required to attend 40 hours of Contract Officer Technical Representative (COTR) training.You may be required to attend the Fines, Penalties, and Forfeitures Basic Class within 12 months of entering duty or upon selection.You may be required to attend the Custody and Management of Seized Property Alternate Class and FOIA/PA training.Special Appointing Authority: Veterans, military spouses, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and people with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility and to understand what documentation would be required with your application, please click on the appropriate link below. You must provide documentation supporting your eligibility prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please contact the CBP Hiring Center via the contact information listed at the end of this job opportunity announcement.VeteransMilitary spouses Effective until August 12, 2023, any spouse of a member on active duty may be eligibleIndividuals with Disabilities The proof of disability documentation must specify that you are eligible to apply using Schedule A. It does NOT need to detail your specific disability, medical history or need for accommodation. For more information visit this link.Peace Corps/VISTAOther miscellaneous hiring authorities DHS uses E-Verify, an internet-based system..... click apply for full job details