Posted June 10, 2026
Legal Administrative Specialist (Litigation Support)
District of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
Full Time
Compensation: $55,012 to $105,845 Annually
Reference: DistrictofMinnesota871374900
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 applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under 26-MN-12965142-MS. 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.
If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected team that participates in investigating and litigating civil and criminal cases by providing litigation support services to Assistant United States Attorneys at the U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Minnesota. At the full performance level, typical work assignments will include:
Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level in Federal service or equivalent paid/nonpaid experience in the private or public sector working in a legal environment assisting with processing electronically stored information (ESI) by organizing, labeling, and preparing files for review or production; maintaining tracking logs for electronic and paper records; using computer applications and databases to enter, retrieve, update, sort, search, and organize information in accordance with established procedures; preparing documents for distribution by copying, scanning, and formatting materials; and providing administrative and technical support by responding to routine inquiries, following instructions, completing assignments timely, and using office software and equipment to support operations.
OR
Education: Completion of one (1) full year of graduate level education (18 semester hours or the number of credits your school uses to describe one graduate year of academic study) in a related field such as Criminal Justice, Paralegal Sciences or Law leading to a master's degree Or a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) as defined by the Office of Personnel Management's Qualification Standards. For details on S.A.A., please refer to https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=General-Policies.
OR
Combining Education and Experience: A combination of graduate education and specialized experience may be used to meet qualification requirements if the combined percentage equals 100%.
GS-9: To be eligible at the GS-9 level, you must meet ONE of the following: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a combination of Education and Experience.
Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in Federal service or equivalent paid/nonpaid experience in the private or public sector processing electronically stored information (ESI) using litigation support technology or eDiscovery software; organizing, extracting, and preparing files for review or production; maintaining records of electronic evidence and ensuring secure handling and tracking; supporting document review databases through file loading, basic quality control, searching, tagging, and organizing data; and assisting with the preparation of electronic discovery productions by applying Bates numbering, basic redactions, formatting files, and conducting quality checks.
OR
Education: One of the following types of education in a related field such as Criminal Justice, Paralegal Sciences or Law: a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree (such as an LL.B. or J.D.); OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.
OR
Combining Education and Experience: A combination of graduate education and specialized experience may be used to qualify. Graduate education must exceed one full year.
GS-11: To be eligible at the GS-11 level, you must meet ONE of the following: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a combination of Education and Experience.
Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in Federal service or equivalent paid/nonpaid experience in the private or public sector performing litigation support assignments using a variety of methods and software applications to process complex or high-volume electronically stored information (ESI); evaluating data types and developing workflows; analyzing and managing electronic evidence by validating data usability, resolving processing issues, ensuring data integrity, and maintaining secure handling and tracking procedures; designing and administering document review databases using advanced search strategies and analytics; and leading complex electronic discovery productions by developing production strategies, ensuring compliance, conducting quality control, and resolving technical issues.
OR
Education: One of the following types of education in a related field (e.g. Criminal Justice, Paralegal Sciences, or Law): a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR LL.M. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.
OR
Combining Education and Experience: A combination of graduate education and specialized experience may be used to qualify. Graduate education must exceed two full years.
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/.
As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
This position is also being announced to applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under 26-MN-12965142-MS. 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.
If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected team that participates in investigating and litigating civil and criminal cases by providing litigation support services to Assistant United States Attorneys at the U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Minnesota. At the full performance level, typical work assignments will include:
- Planning and executing the processing of complex and/or voluminous electronically stored information (ESI), evaluating file types, formats, and volumes to determine appropriate workflows.
- Consulting with case teams to assess technical requirements and develop and implement eDiscovery strategies for the collection, processing, review, and production of electronic evidence.
- Designing, building, and maintaining document review databases, including use of advanced search techniques, analytics tools, and data organization methods to support case needs.
- Analyzing and resolving technical issues related to electronic evidence, including data usability, processing errors, and format incompatibilities, ensuring data integrity throughout the discovery lifecycle.
- Leading the preparation and production of electronic discovery, ensuring compliance with legal specifications, court requirements, and deadlines, including performing advanced quality control.
- Advising case teams on litigation technology, eDiscovery best practices, and evidence management strategies, and recommends appropriate technical solutions.
Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level in Federal service or equivalent paid/nonpaid experience in the private or public sector working in a legal environment assisting with processing electronically stored information (ESI) by organizing, labeling, and preparing files for review or production; maintaining tracking logs for electronic and paper records; using computer applications and databases to enter, retrieve, update, sort, search, and organize information in accordance with established procedures; preparing documents for distribution by copying, scanning, and formatting materials; and providing administrative and technical support by responding to routine inquiries, following instructions, completing assignments timely, and using office software and equipment to support operations.
OR
Education: Completion of one (1) full year of graduate level education (18 semester hours or the number of credits your school uses to describe one graduate year of academic study) in a related field such as Criminal Justice, Paralegal Sciences or Law leading to a master's degree Or a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) as defined by the Office of Personnel Management's Qualification Standards. For details on S.A.A., please refer to https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=General-Policies.
OR
Combining Education and Experience: A combination of graduate education and specialized experience may be used to meet qualification requirements if the combined percentage equals 100%.
GS-9: To be eligible at the GS-9 level, you must meet ONE of the following: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a combination of Education and Experience.
Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in Federal service or equivalent paid/nonpaid experience in the private or public sector processing electronically stored information (ESI) using litigation support technology or eDiscovery software; organizing, extracting, and preparing files for review or production; maintaining records of electronic evidence and ensuring secure handling and tracking; supporting document review databases through file loading, basic quality control, searching, tagging, and organizing data; and assisting with the preparation of electronic discovery productions by applying Bates numbering, basic redactions, formatting files, and conducting quality checks.
OR
Education: One of the following types of education in a related field such as Criminal Justice, Paralegal Sciences or Law: a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree (such as an LL.B. or J.D.); OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.
OR
Combining Education and Experience: A combination of graduate education and specialized experience may be used to qualify. Graduate education must exceed one full year.
GS-11: To be eligible at the GS-11 level, you must meet ONE of the following: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a combination of Education and Experience.
Specialized Experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in Federal service or equivalent paid/nonpaid experience in the private or public sector performing litigation support assignments using a variety of methods and software applications to process complex or high-volume electronically stored information (ESI); evaluating data types and developing workflows; analyzing and managing electronic evidence by validating data usability, resolving processing issues, ensuring data integrity, and maintaining secure handling and tracking procedures; designing and administering document review databases using advanced search strategies and analytics; and leading complex electronic discovery productions by developing production strategies, ensuring compliance, conducting quality control, and resolving technical issues.
OR
Education: One of the following types of education in a related field (e.g. Criminal Justice, Paralegal Sciences, or Law): a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR LL.M. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.
OR
Combining Education and Experience: A combination of graduate education and specialized experience may be used to qualify. Graduate education must exceed two full years.
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/.
