Supervisory Paralegal Specialist

If selected for this position, you will join the Criminal Division team that is responsible for one of the heaviest criminal caseloads of any district in the United States. Typical work assignments will include: Oversees and monitors the composition and preparation of charging documents, plea agreements, deportation paperwork and discovery, and scheduling defendants for arraignment and plea in District Court. Performs necessary legal and other factual research into the substance of alleged violations to select charges and compose applicable charging documents. Monitors calendar of cases set for preliminary hearing and provides calendar Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) with case files so that indictment can be returned or information filed before date of preliminary examination. Oversees and assists in the designing, implementing and maintenance of a computer system for case monitoring. Serves as technical expert for assigned unit criminal cases and provides a wide range of direct legal s