About Us
The Public Safety Officers' Benefits (PSOB) Program, established in 1976, assists in the recruitment and retention of qualified public safety officers across America. Our program provides crucial benefits including death, educational assistance, and disability to eligible recipients, supporting the law enforcement, firefighter, and first responder communities.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Paralegal Specialist I to join our dedicated team supporting the PSOB Program. This position plays a vital role in reviewing and analyzing supporting evidence for benefits claims, working closely with PSOB Senior Benefits Specialists, Benefits Specialists, and the PSOB Director.
Location
Remote position (Work from home)
Must be based within the United States
Must maintain appropriate home office setup with required internet and telephone services
Essential Functions
Review and analyze new PSOB death and disability claims
Document initial claim reviews in the PSOB 2.0 Portal
Meet with PSOB Director and/or Specialists to discuss claims within three working days of file receipt
Identify potential claim issues based on initial information submission
Review and analyze supporting evidence for cases involving fatal heart attacks, strokes, vascular ruptures, and other medical conditions
Support tracking and processing of cases at Hearing Officer and BJA Director levels
Capture, track, organize, and report PSOB data and metrics
Provide weekly general review of new PSOB claim information
Maintain accurate documentation and records in compliance with federal requirements
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\n$57,638 - $73,507 a year
Required Qualifications
Paralegal Certificate OR Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution (field with legal emphasis preferred)
Minimum one (1) year of paralegal experience
U.S. Citizenship or legal permanent residence
Must meet DOJ Residency Requirement: For three of the five years immediately prior to applying, must have either:
Resided in the United States
Worked for the United States overseas in Federal or military capacity
Been a dependent of Federal or military employee serving overseas
Security Requirements
Must pass Minimum Background Investigation (MBI)
Must obtain and maintain Public Trust security clearance
Must comply with all DOJ security policies and procedures
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday
Hours between 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM Eastern Time
8-10 hours per day
Flexible scheduling available after first 90 days of employment
Federal holidays observed
Benefits
Competitive salary
Federal benefits package
Professional development opportunities
Remote work environment
Flexible scheduling options (after 90 days)
Equipment
Government-furnished laptop and smartphone will be provided
Must maintain reliable high-speed internet connection
Must maintain phone service suitable for professional communication
Application Requirements
Resume detailing relevant experience
Documentation of education and certifications
Must be able to verify U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residence status
Must be able to verify residency requirement compliance
Must be willing to undergo background investigation
\nAkicita Federal, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All positions require U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residence and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance. Candidates must meet DOJ residency requirements, having spent three of the past five years residing in the U.S., working overseas for the federal government, or as a dependent of a federal employee overseas.