Position Overview
The Bureau of Justice Assistance seeks an experienced Senior Paralegal Specialist IV for the Public Safety Officers' Benefits (PSOB) Program. This senior-level position requires extensive benefits/claims expertise and supports the processing of critical benefits for public safety officers and their families.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Paralegal Certificate OR
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution (legal emphasis preferred)
Experience:
Six (6) or more years of paralegal experience
At least three years must be specifically in benefits/claims processing
Demonstrated expertise in federal benefits administration preferred
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\n$73,000 - $93,000 a year
Annual Program Volume
Position supports processing of:
750 death benefit applications
150 disability claims
600 educational assistance applications
150 hearing officer appeals
65 BJA Director appeals
Primary Responsibilities
Case Management:
Review and analyze new PSOB death and disability claims
Complete initial review documentation in PSOB 2.0 Portal (same-day requirement)
Conduct case analysis meetings within three working days of file receipt
Process complex benefits claims involving:
Fatal heart attacks
Strokes
Vascular ruptures
Other medical conditions
Data and Analytics:
Capture and maintain PSOB metrics
Generate comprehensive data reports
Track case progression through system
Monitor appeals processes
Maintain detailed case documentation
Security Requirements
Citizenship:
U.S. Citizenship or legal permanent residence required
Must meet DOJ Residency Requirement for three of past five years:
1. U.S. residency
2. Overseas federal/military service
3. Dependent status of federal/military employee overseas
Clearance:
Must pass Minimum Background Investigation (MBI)
Must qualify for and maintain Public Trust Position status
Must comply with all DOJ security protocols
Work Environment
Location:
100% Remote position
Must reside within United States
Must maintain secure home office setup
Required Home Office Equipment:
High-speed internet connection
Professional telephone service
Secure workspace for confidential materials
Government-Furnished Equipment:
DOJ-issued laptop
DOJ-issued smartphone
All equipment must be returned upon separation
Work Schedule
Hours:
Monday through Friday
6:30 AM - 6:30 PM Eastern Time
8-10 hour workday
Flexible scheduling available after 90-day probationary period
Federal Holidays:
New Year's Day
Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Washington's Birthday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth National Independence Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Columbus Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Inauguration Day (When Applicable)
Required Competencies
Technical Skills:
Advanced proficiency in PSOB 2.0 Portal
Expertise in federal benefits systems
Strong case management abilities
Advanced documentation skills
Professional Skills:
Complex legal analysis
Detail-oriented documentation
Strategic problem-solving
Clear communication
Stakeholder management
Timeline adherence
Application Requirements
Required Documentation:
1. Detailed resume highlighting:
Six years of paralegal experience
Three years of benefits/claims experience
Federal benefits processing expertise
2. Educational credentials
3. Citizenship/residency verification
4. Professional references
5. Security clearance information
Benefits Package
Comprehensive Federal Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB)
Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI)
Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
Annual and sick leave
11 paid federal holidays
Professional development opportunities
Remote work flexibility
\nAll 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.
Akicita Federal, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity