Paralegal Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

This position is located in the DC Department of Corrections (DCDOC). This is a standard position designed for use in all District of Columbia Government departments, offices and agencies. This position description depicts generalized duties and responsibilities required of a position with primary responsibility for providing legal support services which facilitate the work of the legal staff of the assigned office. The incumbent may also be responsible for the conduct of extensive and thorough legal research into and analyses of legislative history and precedent cases, decisions, and opinions that may be applicable to particular legal matters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Drafts opinions and orders to be issued by administrative law judges, administrative agency apppellate boards, or other duly designated managers of legal work in areas such as litigation; the provision legal opinions; or agency appellate or review board preceedings, actions of regulatory boards or commissions, and similar adjudicative functions based on hearings conducted under the Administrative Procedure Act or other statutory appellate authority. Demonstrated skill in analyzing issues, facts and laws in order to write/prepare drafts and decisions; and to conduct extensive legal research into the legislative history, precedent cases, decisions and opinions. Performs extensive legal research including statutes, regulations, legislative history, case law and other legal authorities on poionts of law applicable to particular legal matters, Reviews, analyzes and organizes facts and evidence; the analysis of legal issues; the application of law; fact finding; the drawing of legal conclusions; and the rendition clear, effective and precise written presentation.

Analyzes and evaluates the relevance of particular technical evidence or questioons which arise in the conduct of specialized legal programs. Investigates and becomes thoroughly familiar with subject matter details involved in a case or legal matter. Determines the specific data needed, and best approach to obtain this data or to determine the relevance or suffifiency of available legal, technical or other related data. Reviews case files, studies of pleadings, testimony, exhibits, hearing records and briefs of counsel. Advises appropriate personel on the possible dispositions of matters based on a foresaid review. Establishes and maintains an effective system of monitoring and tracking cases to insure compliance with all relevant deadlines. Participates, as needed, in meetings and conferences pertaining to the disposition of legal matters. Prepares responses to requests for information and assistance, within parameters set by the supervisor. Keeps abreast of pertinent current legal developments including recent decisions issued by authorities such as the Compensation Review Board, D.C. Court of Appeals, D.C. Superior Court and the U.S. Supreme Court.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

Specialized Experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the normal line of progression.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION

None

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

The majority of the work is performed in an office which is adequately heated, lighted, and ventilated.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS

Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0950-11

Duration of Appointment: Care Service - Regular Appointment

Promotion Potential: None

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered in a collective bargaining agreement.

"Position Designation: This position is designated as a Security Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and periodic Criminal Background cna Traffic Records Checks (as applicable). This position is also subject to mandatory pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol Testing. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in yest results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

A TB Test is required prior to entry on duty.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Eqaual Opportunity Employer, All qualified candates will receive consideratio without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap or political affiliation.