Appeals Mediation Officer Job at District of Columbia Courts, Washington DC

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  • District of Columbia Courts
  • Washington DC

Job Description

The Appeals Mediation Officer works within the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. As the highest court for the District of Columbia, the Court of Appeals is authorized to review all final orders, judgments, and specified interlocutory orders. The Appeals Mediation Officer, in consultation with the Mediation Program Coordinator, assists with the execution of mediations conducted under the auspices of the appellate mediation program. Duties BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Executes program policies and procedures for the appellate mediation office which may involve consultation and collaboration with judges, executives, lawyer advisory groups, the bar, and parties. Selects cases for mediation based upon consultation with the mediation program coordinator and the parties or their attorneys. Exercises judgment and discretion regarding the selection of cases based upon the facts, circumstances, and input presented. Drafts court orders regarding matters that are eligible for mediation. Provides technical and administrative support and mentoring to mediators during the mediation process. Schedules mediations and maintains the mediation calendar. Assists with filing, maintaining adequate supplies, record-keeping, and data collection while maintaining the confidentiality of mediation records. Creates reports to track and analyze the progress of cases through the mediation process. Conducts research and prepares memoranda and other written materials on issues related to alternative dispute resolution. Assists with developing and participating in delivery of training for personnel as assigned. Stays abreast of national standards, rules, statutes, and case law governing the conduct of mediation. Coordinates with the Mediation Program Coordinator in executing mediations conducted under the auspices of the appellate mediation program. Determines whether to initiate, continue, or end settlement discussions and determines assignment of cases among mediators. Provides mentoring, coaching, and other forms of training that aid in the proficiency of mediation techniques. Exercises judgment to assess the legal posture of an appeal by reviewing filings and legal documents. Conducts telephone interviews with counsel to determine if the appeal is appropriate for mediation and performs legal research and analysis on complex matters. Works in collaboration with a diverse population and effectively communicates using patience and tact when conveying information. Salary $82,764 - $107,590/year Conditions of Employment Background and security investigation are required. A probationary period of one (1) year must be successfully completed. To qualify for this position, you must submit the following: Resume Completed Vacancy Questionnaire Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of college transcript or degree) Copy of 40 hour basic mediation training certificate, or copy of equivalent mediation law school course description and law school transcripts List of three (3) professional references All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications : A bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience in a legal or court environment, including a minimum of one (1) year of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) experience. Must have 40 hours of basic mediation training from an appellate or alternative dispute resolution mediation program, or equivalent successful completion of a law school Mediation Course. Completion of such mediation training, or law school mediation course, must be demonstrated by submission of a copy of the mediation training certificate, or the law school mediation course description and law school transcripts. Preferred Qualifications: A Juris Doctorate degree and two (2) years of experience in a legal or court environment as a trained and experienced mediator. Knowledge of a variety of mediation techniques, models, and resources are also preferred. Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required. If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted. The incumbent is an enthusiastic, organized team builder who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives daily the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency. Education To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment. Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at the time of application to receive credit for that education. Other Information This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive Federal civil service. Please note there is a mandatory one year probationary period for all new court employees. All required information must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date. Required Documents Resume Completed Vacancy Questionnaire Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of college transcript or degree) Copy of 40 hour basic mediation training certificate, or copy of equivalent mediation law school course description and law school transcripts List of three (3) professional references 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. How to Apply To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire. Afterward, click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits. This is not a federal position. The District of Columbia Courts is an independent branch of the District of Columbia Government and is not under the authority of the City Mayor or the D. C. Council. DC Courts' appropriation comes directly from Congress. All DC Courts non-judicial employees receive federal benefits for the following programs: Life Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Health Insurance, and Workers Compensation. Please click on the following for more information about these benefits: The DC Courts leave policy is as follows: Annual Leave: New full-time employees earn four (4) hours of annual leave biweekly. After three years of service, this increases to six (6) hours biweekly, and at 15 years it increases to eight (8) hours biweekly. Most military, federal, and District of Columbia government service counts toward the time required to go into the next higher annual leave category. Employees can carry over no more than 240 hours of annual leave into the next leave year. Sick Leave is used for personal medical needs, care of a family member, or adoption-related purposes. Full-time employees earn four (4) hours of sick leave biweekly. This leave can be accrued without limit. In addition to the federal health plans, the DC Courts offer employees supplemental vision and dental plans as well as a commuter transit benefit subsidy, for a maximum of $150 a month. There are 26 pay periods in the year. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr District of Columbia Courts

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