Summary 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 All U.S. Citizens and Nationals under 24-ALS-12397570-DE. Responsibilities If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for performing a wide range of services related to the Victim Witness program for the U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Alabama. Typical work assignments will include: Planning, directing, and performing victim-witness program operations within the District. Developing and providing training, information and resources to Attorneys, support staff, agents and federal investigative agencies, state and local law enforcement and community services providers on victim-witness matters. Analyzing and applying changes in legislation, case law, and court rules. Directing dissemination of information pertinent to various victim and witness protection laws. Speaking to public, civic, industry, and special interest groups on victim's issues. Coordinating efforts with local victim services providers, social services, law enforcement based victim assistance providers, and prosecution based victim witness staff. Responding to victim inquiries, assessing concerns, and determining program eligibility for victim-witness services. Advocating on behalf of crime victims in regard to issues and problems caused by crime. Providing information to victims on schedule changes, status of defendant's pleas, results of trial. Providing in-court support during hearings and trials. Obtaining services and assistance for victims and witnesses through specific federal programs and funds. Reviewing literature on victim witness issues. Generating statistical and quantitative reports and analysis of program activity. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GS-11: To be eligible at the GS-11 level, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions, as defined below: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a Combination of Education and Experience. Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 level in Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience performing such tasks as advocating on behalf of crime victims; providing information to victims regarding status of cases and results of trials; providing in-court support during hearings; obtaining services and assistance for victims; managing accounts for travel and lodging; reviews literature on victim witness issues, analyzes changes in legislation, case law and court rules; and ensures changes that affect the overall effectiveness of the programs activities are brought to the attention of appropriate audiences in a timely and effective manner. Education: One of the following types of education in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Social Work, Education, Sociology, Psychology); a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university. Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. In order to qualify based on a combination, graduate education must be in excess of the first two years. GS-12: To be eligible at the GS-12 level, you must meet the following condition, as defined below: One full year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level. Specialized Experience: Specialized experience is defined as experience performing such tasks as experience coordinating with victim service providers (federal, state and local law enforcement) to provide resources and services to victims of crimes prosecuted in state, tribal or federal courts; generating statistical and quantitative reports and analyses of program activity; coordinating with various law enforcement agencies by securing specialized victim services (e.g. interpreters, special transportation, return of property being held as evidence); providing assistance in obtaining authorizations for unusual witness expenses, foreign witnesses, and military and federal government employee witnesses; and providing issue analysis, recommendations, and advice to Senior Management on victim-witness matters. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)- The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in the announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Education All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov OR Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation. Additional Information Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov. Current or Former Political Appointees: 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 or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. EEO Statement: The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. See U.S. Department of Justice Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for complete details. Diversity Statement: As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.