THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a LEGAL ASSISTANT, Position Description Number T5609000 and is part of the ID JOINT FORCES HEADQUARTERS ARMY, National Guard. THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARY; NOT TO EXCEED 31 AUGUST 2024.

Duties

1. Receives visitors/clients and telephone calls and screens those to determine which can be personally handled, referred to the Staff Judge Advocate (SJA), staff attorneys, or referral to another agency. Provides information on routine or procedural matters of the office. Interviews clients to obtain personal facts and specifics such as: names, number/age of dependents, dates, etc. in preparation of legal documents. Performs research for specific information, as requested by attorneys, on a variety of subjects. Must chose from references that may include, but are not limited to: Department of Defense (DoD), Departments of the Army and Air Force, and National Guard Bureau regulations; Uniformed Code of Military Justice (UCMJ); State Code; and local policies and directives. Determines resource materials to be used and compiles information gathered for use by attorneys in case preparation. Receives and reviews documentation of Summary Court Martial and verifies punishment/action taken is in accordance with established regulations and guidelines. Documents requiring correction or further justification/review are returned to subordinate office and/or brought to the attention of the SJA before final legal review. 2. Receives incoming correspondence, screens material, prior to distribution, to determine what matters may be personally handled (matters of a non-technical nature) and what matters need to be referred to the staff attorneys or to the supervisor. Reviews outgoing correspondence for proper format, conformance with general policy and procedural instructions, grammar, accuracy, and inclusion of necessary attachments. Returns to the originator any correspondence that requires correction and identifies the correction to be made. 3. Maintains an office calendar and schedules appointments for those clients who need the services of an attorney. Maintains a suspense file for those items that require action or replies and notifies staff members when action is required. Updates and maintains various publications, regulations, and policies used in the research process. Prepares and maintains case files to include storage and record retirement. Performs general clerical or assistance support functions which may include, but are not limited to: maintains time and attendance records; makes travel arrangements for staff members and forwards travel vouchers for reimbursement; maintains log, as required, of incoming and outgoing correspondence; and requisitions office supplies and office equipment repairs. 4. Initiates and composes routine, non-technical legal documents using standardized legal forms or templates, or composes legal documents based on direction provided by the staff attorneys or supervisor. Selects appropriate legal document based on legal action being requested. Utilizes computer databases to enter and retrieve data and to prepare special and recurring reports as required. -Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications

THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE REPRESENTED BY THE CONTENTS OF YOUR RESUME. To ensure full credit is given for the qualification requirements listed below we suggest using the USAJobs resume builder. IF YOU USE YOUR OWN RESUME PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU INCLUDE THE BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES (MONTH AND YEAR) FOR ALL JOBS LISTED IN YOUR RESUME. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Provides technical and procedural guidance and support to unit commanders and legal personnel as required in the accomplishment of a variety of assistance and clerical duties necessary for effective and efficient operation of the program. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience which includes implementing administrative policies and procedures; advising on matters of office legal administration/processes, file management, and coordinating administrative procedural functions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service

Education

There are no educational requirements for this position.

Contacts

• Address ID JOINT FORCES HEADQUARTERS ARMY 3882 W ELLSWORTH ST BLDG 440 Boise, ID 83705 US
• Name: Benjamin O'Neal
• Email: [email protected]