Requirements
Conditions of employment
Conditions of Employment: A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of fingerprinting and a background security investigation with favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. Appointment and continuing service are also subject to the applicant residing within 35 miles of the Court.
Qualifications
Qualification Requirements: To qualify for the position of Confidential Assistant, an applicant must be a high school graduate, or the equivalent, and must have the following experience.
CS
Grade Level |
Years of
General Experience |
Years of Specialized
Experience |
Total Years
Of Experience |
| 10 |
2 |
5 |
7 |
| 11 |
2 |
6 |
8 |
Note: One year of the required experience (specialized, if that is required at the grade level) must have been at, or equivalent to, the next lower grade in the federal service.
General Experience: Progressively responsible general clerical or secretarial experience which includes filing, telephone usage and etiquette, typing, and word processing skills.
Specialized Experience: Progressively responsible secretarial experience as the principal office assistant in a court, chambers, or law office. (Note: All federal court experience can qualify as specialized experience.)
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail; high ethical standards; a positive work attitude; the ability to be proactive and use initiative; and the ability to interact with judges, court staff, and others with tact, discretion, and diplomacy.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of electronic case management systems and Westlaw or Lexis is preferred.
Education
Applicant must be a high school graduate, or the equivalent.
Additional information
Note: Applicants applying for a 5- or 10-point preference must submit proof of their eligibility, along with their application, for the preference to be considered.
Note: Chambers is currently using a hybrid work schedule, combining telework and in-office work, which may be subject to change.
This appointment is made without regard to Title 5 governing appointments in the competitive service. All appointments are excepted service.
The United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, or political affiliation.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once your completed application package is received, we will conduct an evaluation and the selected candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for future consideration and possible interview.
Required Documents
Application must include the following materials:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- List of references with contact information
- Completed OF 306 (Declaration for Federal Employment, available at www.uscourts.cavc.gov/documents/of306.pdf
See 'How to Apply' for instructions.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.