Federal Legal Clerk I

1st Choice is seeking a skilled a Legal Clerk to provide top-notch clerical support to a federal agency dedicated to upholding integrity in federal employment practices. This agency is an independent body that makes vital decisions impacting the rights of federal employees.

Location: Arlington, VA

Job Description

This position plays a crucial role in enabling the agency to fulfill its mission through efficient administrative and clerical operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional front-desk service, answering incoming calls and greeting visitors in a professional and helpful manner, directing them to the appropriate agency staff members.
• Assist with the timely processing and distribution of incoming mail.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized files, including creating, labeling, and indexing documents.
• Perform data entry and typing tasks with precision to support agency operations.
• Utilize standard office equipment (computers, printers, fax machines, copy machines, scanners, etc.).
• Collaborate with court reporters and external parties to schedule hearings (in-person, telephone, and video).
• Address case processing inquiries and provide updates on behalf of an Administrative Judge (AJ).
• Offer clear information to appellants, representatives, and the general public regarding agency procedures and processes, under guidance of the Supervisory Paralegal Specialist.

Work Schedule: Onsite; Full-time; Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of administrative experience or experience as a legal assistant providing relevant support.
• Familiarity with basic legal field concepts and practices is highly preferred.
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment.
• Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation to obtain a  Public Trust clearance; candidates that possess an active Public Trust highly preferred.

1st Choice is a professional management consulting firm with more than two decades of experience delivering innovative consulting, technology, and staffing solutions to federal and commercial organizations throughout the United States. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law