Location: Arlington, VA
Company: Erickson Immigration Group
join our team in our headquarters office located in Arlington, VA. The position is full-time, on-site, and requires occasional flexibility to work until 6pm. Primary Responsibilities: Drafting, preparing, and collating immigration documents for U. S. visas Utilizing web-based immigration case management system and database continuously and accurately Handling of sensitive personal and financial documents with extreme attention to detail and the utmost care Preparing documents for scanning and mailing Working closely with fellow Legal Assistants as well as paralegals and attorneys across multiple departments within the firm and your own team Monitoring internal systems to ensure immediate processing
and keeping high-level customer service standards Communicating timely with legal professionals about the status of physical documents Contributing to the development of firm processes to simplify work, standardize procedures and help the team operate more efficiently and effectively Qualification Requirements: Exceptionally detail-oriented, organized, and energetic attitude Experience with document scanning and data entry Experience with a case management system (such as INSZoom, Tracker, or Law Logix) Experience with Adobe, Microsoft Office, and Google Docs Excellent written and oral communication skills Experience in a fast-paced customer facing role desired Benefits: Casual work attire Paid
time off, mental health days, parental leave, holidays, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave Affordable medical/Rx, dental, and vision plans Monthly parking and commuting subsidy Firm-provided short-term and long-term disability and group life/AD&D insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Employee referral program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) EIG is firmly committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity.
The Company provides employment opportunity without regard to race, color, interaction, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any individual’s status in any class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
All aspects of the employment relationship (including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, compensation, benefits, promotion, discipline, termination, and general treatment during employment) are subject to this policy.
the Federal service, and are selected for this position, the appointment will remove you from the competitive service while you occupy this position. Learn more about this agency Help Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
A two year trial/probationary period may be required. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance for access for the duration of employment. This position requires the incumbent to maintain active bar membership, in good standing (as defined by the pertinent
bar) of the bar of the highest court of a State, U. S. territory, the District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. This position is subject to a Temporary Duty or business travel requirement of 25% or less of the time.
Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens Applicants will be evaluated to determine if they meet the minimum qualification requirements and on the extent to which their application shows possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. KSA's: Skill in identifying and researching highly technical and complex legal issues. Skill in providing legal, technical, and policy guidance. Ability to effectively, professionally,
and ethically manage a heavy caseload of clients with complex legal needs.
Qualification Requirements: The following minimum qualification requirements must be met before applicants are eligible for further consideration: Education Requirements: Position requires the possession of the first professional law degree (LL. B. or J. D. ) AND active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, U. monwealth, U. S. territory, or the District of Columbia. Applicants for initial appointment into attorney positions within the Department of Army must be graduates of law schools accredited by the American Bar Association at the time of the applicant's graduation.
As indicated below, a law school transcript must be submitted with your application materials. Bar Membership: Applicants must currently be a member in good standing (as defined by the pertinent bar) of the bar of the highest court of a State, U. S. territory, the District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. As noted below, proof of such membership and good standing must be submitted with your application materials. Experience: In addition to the requirements above, applicants for the GS-15 or equivalent Attorney positions must also possess 2 years of professional legal experience, acquired after being admitted to the bar, commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Graduation from an ABA-Accredited Law School in the top 25% of the class or an advanced law degree such as an LLM may substitute for one year of the required professional legal experience. Time in Grade: The Qualifying Authorities (QA's) will make a determination as to the applicability of time in grade based on the requirements of the position. If you are currently employed as an attorney by the Federal government you must have completed one year at the next lower grade level within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement, or previously served at the same or higher grade level as the position being filled.
NOTICE OF VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: There is no formal rating system for applying veteran's preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of the Defense considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor for attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e. g. DD Form 214, " Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty" ) to their submissions.
Although the point-preference system is not used, applicants eligible to claim a 10-point preference must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, " Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference" and supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed. The SF 15 will identify the supporting documentation required along with the list of the types of 10-point preference. The SF 15 is available from the OPM at www. gsa. gov/portal/forms/type/sf/. Education Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience.
For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U. S. Department of Education websites at http: //www. opm. gov/qualifications and http: //www. ed. gov/admins/finaid/accred/index. html. Additional information PLEASE NOTE THAT REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUCATION, TIME IN GRADE, AND EXPERIENCE MAY BE WAIVED BY THE APPLICABLE AUTHORITY AND THE REQUIREMENTS SHOULD NOT DETER ANY INDIVIDUAL FROM APPLYING FOR THE POSITION. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
You will be required to provide proof of U. S. Citizenship. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Professional Services Career Field position. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable.
Visit www. dfas. mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Read more Benefits Help 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. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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