Lead Administrative Litigation Specialist

Company: Dextera Corporation
Location: Arlington
Posted on: January 22, 2023

Job Description:

Location: Arlington, Virginia (Onsite)POSITION SUMMARY The Lead Administrative Litigation Specialist provides direction, advice, guidance, and support on the process and procedures in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Lead Administrative Litigation Support: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Leads are the first point of contact for their team's government representative regarding routine contract employee requirements (e.g., Leave, work schedules, tasking, etc.). Receives reports for adjudication and records cases in the appropriate computer databases, utilizing the defense information system for security (DISS), and the specific DOHA web-based case tracking system. Reads and analyzes reports for adjudication to determine whether the scope of investigation meets specific DOHA investigative standards; prepares memoranda of findings and correspondence in accordance with DOHA processes, and makes appropriate entries into databases, utilizing JPAS and the specific DOHA web-based case tracking system. Responds verbally or in writing, as appropriate, with detailed information and understanding of DOHA case procedures, to written correspondence, email, and telephonic inquiries concerning the status of cases. Ensure all responses are in accordance with security and privacy requirements. Must be familiar with and have the ability to utilize DoD directive 5220.6, defense industrial personnel security clearance review program. Conducts distribution runs within and outside the agency. Internal distribution runs entail picking up cases from the department counsel and delivering the cases to either the appeal board or the hearing office. The distribution runs also include picking up outgoing mail and distributing incoming mail to the appropriate divisions within the agency. The external distribution runs also include but are not limited to picking up and dropping off cases at the department of defense consolidated adjudications facility (CAF), the navy personal security appeals board (PSAB), force PSAB, WHS correspondence analysis branch (CAB), defense intelligence agency (DIA), the pentagon and other agencies when required. Prepares, copies, and mails notice of hearings, orders, decisions, travel arrangements, and correspondence, and performs other administrative/clerical functions using DOHA-specific processes and procedures. Prepares case files for file retention utilizing DOHA-established processes and procedures. Prepares other administrative documents as may be required, in response to time-sensitive inquiries. JOB SPECIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in business management or related field; may substitute seven (7) years of relevant experience with an associate degree or nine (9) years of relevant experience with no degree. Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in providing administrative litigation support services; relevant experience is defined as directly working with personnel security administrative litigation process under DoD Directive 5220.6 and other applicable security clearance regulations. Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe.Experience using the Defense Information System for Security (DISS). Ability to apply fundamental concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments. Knowledge of Section 508 compliance when reviewing decisions for publication.Must possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance. Other Requirements Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret standard documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports, and correspondence, and speak effectively before groups, customers, or employees of the organization. Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percent and to draw and interpret information. Reasoning Ability: Ability to collect data, define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions dealing with several abstract and concrete variables. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Access. Must also have access and expertise in using SharePoint. Work Environment: Work is performed in a production-driven office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. Physical Demands: The work is primarily sedentary. The position requires occasional lifting of boxes weighing up to 50 lbs. The individual will have regular visual contact with a computer monitor. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Other Demands: Must comply with company policies and follow established safety rules, maintain a neat and clean work area, and operate all machinery and equipment in a safe manner, and report any unsafe acts or conditions to the immediate supervisor or management official. Dextera Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/V/D are encouraged to apply. PI201832695

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