Criminal Background Examiner (Customer Supt) | Metropolitan Police Department

Criminal Background Examiner (Customer Supt)
Location: Washington, DC
Job ID: 29959
Salary: $51,456 – $67,548
Closing Date: July 25, 2025

The position is located in the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), Technical & Analytical Services Bureau (TASB), Records Division. The Records Division maintains and provides police records and background checks to the public, local government agencies, and the criminal justice community. The incumbent of this position examines and reviews application information submitted for firearms registration, concealed carry, criminal history requests and qualified law enforcement officers under the Law Enforcement Officers Act (LEOSA) to ensure the required documents are complete to proceed processing).

This Criminal Background Examiner position is covered under the National Association of Government Employees (NAGE) bargaining unit and you may be required to pay an agency fee through direct payroll deductions.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

  • Serves as the initial intake representative for the Records Division, the incumbent is responsible for efficient management of customer service through in-person requests, telephone calls, voicemail, email, and regular mail.
  • Listens attentively and uses language appropriate to customers.
  • Provides proper procedure, requirements and documentation to initiate service that may include a travel visa, international adoption, criminal history, public documents or applications for firearms registration and licenses to carry a concealed weapon.
  • Assesses and ensures accuracy for all documentation submitted for review.
  • Assists customers with payment kiosk machine; collects appropriate payment receipts and process applications for refunds.
  • Provides supervisory officials with Criminal History Identity Summary results.
  • Maintains files, logbooks, email inboxes and databases pertaining to division activity.
  • Files electronic and hard copy documents for safe record keeping and retrieves files and documents as needed.
  • Responsible for purging and destroying materials and documents in accordance with the retention guidelines.
  • Responsible for the setup, maintenance, and operation of digital camera and identification card printer.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all information.
  • Provides on-the-job instruction to new or less experienced professional staff or sworn personnel.

USG On Campus Job

Campus Mailroom: Central Services Student Worker

1. Support Printing and Duplicating Operator II with sorting mails and packages;
2. Deliver customer service to staff/faculty visiting the mail room;
3. Assist with USG ID Card printing services;
4. Other duties as assigned

To apply for this position, please send your resume to Carlton Harris at charr45@umd.edu.

Immigration Paralegal | Morgan Lewis

Immigration Paralegal
Location: Washington, DC; Dallas, TX; or Miami, FL
Job ID: R356
Salary: $62,000 – $99,200

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms, with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire an Immigration Paralegal that would report to the Senior Manager of Legal Practice Support. Our internationally-recognized immigration practice is dynamic and collegial, with excellent opportunities for professional growth, and the tools and support of one of the world’s largest full-service law firms.

Based in either our Washington DC, Dallas, or Miami office, this position offers a flexible, hybrid in-office/remote working arrangement.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist attorneys with preparation and filing of a broad range of immigrant and non-immigrant petitions and applications with focus on the writing intensive cases such as O-1 and I-140 Extraordinary Ability/Outstanding Researcher/National Interest Waiver petitions.
  • Written and oral communication with clients to gather needed information and documents required for the preparation of petitions and applications.
  • Enter, update, and maintain data in immigration case management system.
  • Management of caseload and timely completion of work.
  • Track and manage critical deadlines.
  • Run active cases workload and client NIV expiration reports in immigration case management system.
  • Attend team meetings and continue educational programs/seminars.
  • Enter and close time entries in the firm’s time recording system.

Communications Operator – Police Communications Center | Georgetown University

Communications Operator – Police Communications Center
Location: Washington, DC
Job Number: JR22477
Closing Date: September 25, 2025

The Communications Operator is responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls for service, dispatching these calls, initiating EMS responses, monitoring alarm systems, and working the customer service desk along with staff at the Georgetown University Police Communications Center. The incumbent for this position answers calls from the public regarding all types of emergencies, ranging from crimes being committed to various kinds of university community needs. Communications Specialists are CPR, NCIC, APCO, and Public Safety Telecommunicator certified through APCO, and Incident Command certified through FEMA, at a minimum. Working shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays, additional duties include, but are not limited to

  • Use significant knowledge, skill, and abilities in responding to citizens’ needs and the dispatching of police officers in calls for service.
  • Work in a fast paced, time critical, stressful and demanding environment, using good communication skills, the ability to multi-task, and resource management skills.
  • Work alone or be partnered with another Communications Officer or Specialist with little supervision when needed.
  • When dealing with callers, remain calm and collected while displaying good communications skills.
  • Prioritize calls, depending on the level of emergency.
  • Assist in tasks that include but are not limited to training new communications center staff.
  • Perform miscellaneous clerical tasks such as updating and maintaining department records
  • Maintain required APCO certifications and current knowledge of police and communications methods and practices
  • May represent the Police Department by participating in various committees


Work Interactions

The Communications Specialist works in the Police Department 24/7 public safety answering point (PSAP) and performs a variety of communications and operational tasks in support of public safety, security, and law enforcement operations in accordance with existing university, state and federal guidelines. Duties include answering emergency telephone lines, dispatching police officers, monitoring the university fire alarm system, monitoring the university closed-circuit television (CCTV) security system, and providing information and customer service to the university community via both telephone and a walk-up window. This position reports to the Police Communications Supervisor. This person works independently with general supervision. The incumbent works with other patrol officers, security officers, and student guards.

Pretrial Officer | Alexandria Criminal Justice Services

Pretrial Officer

Salary: $62,719.28 – $110,373.64 Annually

Location : Alexandria, VA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 2025-00405

Department: Criminal Justice Services

Closing Date: 7/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

About the Department 

Alexandria Criminal Justice Services (ACJS) is a vital agency of the City’s criminal justice system. The program serves two purposes: supervising offenders and defendants in the community on behalf of the court system and providing the courts information on defendants during the arraignment/bond review process. The program fulfills its mission from two operational components — local probation and pretrial services. This agency operates under the authority of the Department of Criminal Justice Services- Comprehensive Community Corrections Act & Pretrial Services Act. A Pretrial Officer performs intake and investigative work of individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting a bond hearing, or who have been referred for supervision by a Magistrate or a Judge’s court order. This work involves interviewing, investigating, completing risk assessments, and making bond recommendations. The Pretrial Officer maintains a caseload of clients and ensures compliance with conditions of supervision, which have been ordered by a judge or magistrate. This work is performed under the general supervision of the Director and/or Deputy Director. This position requires early morning shift work.

Nature of Work

This position is in Alexandria Criminal Justice Services Pretrial Unit. It provides Pretrial Services to all three judicial branches: Circuit Court, General District Court, and Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court.  Pretrial Services enhance public safety and provide community-based supervision and accountability.

Illustrative Duties

  • Investigates which defendants will be Screen-in and screen-out for interview
  • Conducts a full background investigation
  • Verifies information provided by the defendant
  • Enters and updates all information into automated database systems (PTCC)
  • Administers the Virginia Pretrial Risk Assessment Instrument (VPRAI) 
  • Prepares detailed court report and bond recommendation for judges
  • Attends court daily for arraignment and bond hearings 
  • Manages a caseload by maintaining accurate and detailed information regarding client supervision and provides intensive case management services to clients who require more attention
  • Facilitate intake interviews and assessments
  • Conducts weekly, bi-weekly or monthly supervision meetings with clients
  • May be required to conduct client home visits, job site checks and coordinates services with outside agencies
  • Prepares supervision reports, sentencing reports, status reports, etc. for various court proceedings
  • Assist clients by referring to treatment resources
  • Obtains warrants
  • Appears and testifies in court
  • Performs related work as required 

The Ideal Candidate

Thorough knowledge of the principles of sociology and psychology relating to adults, family and adult counseling methods and skills; thorough knowledge of court procedures and laws; thorough knowledge of casework methods and client supervision practices; experience administering risk assessments, good knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices; good knowledge of the principles and techniques of motivational interviewing; knowledge of constitutional rights of detainees; ability to communicate clearly and effectively with individuals in stressful situations; good problem solving skills; time management skills; excellent written and oral communication skills; good decision making skills; good computer skills; ability to analyze attitudinal and behavioral problems objectively. Must have excellent organizational skills and be capable of working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment with tight deadlines.

Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) | U.S. Secret Service

Criminal Investigator (Special Agent)
Location: Nationwide
Announcement Number: SAB-TH-25-Q3-REC-NCN-LIC2
Salary: $48,371 – $117,034
Closing Date: June 30, 2025

Joining the Secret Service as a Special Agent will allow you to perform critical protective and investigative assignments. The Special Agent position starts at a base salary of $48,371.00 (GL-07, step 1), with promotion potential to $117,034.00 (GS-13, step 10).

This position is covered by Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) which is an additional compensation of 25% of the basic pay rate.

Duties

During the course of their careers, Special Agents carry out assignments in both investigations and protection and may be assigned to multiple duty stations throughout the U.S. and abroad. Duties include:

  • Conducting criminal investigations pertaining to financial obligations of the United States.
  • Providing protection for various protectees.
  • Planning and implementing security designs for National Special Security Events.

Any Offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Personnel Management guidance and U.S. Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.

For more information about the Special Agent position, click here.

Legal Advocate, Protection Order Advocacy and Representation Project | Women’s Law Center of Maryland

Legal Advocate, Protection Order Advocacy and Representation Project
Location: Towson, MD
Salary: $56,650
Closing Date: June 27, 2025

About the Job:

The Protective Order Advocacy and Representation Project (POARP) represents survivors of domestic violence in peace and protective order proceedings in Baltimore and Carroll County District and Circuit Courts. The Baltimore County Legal Advocate, in coordination with the Carroll County Legal Advocate, supports POARP attorneys handling these cases in both Baltimore and Carroll Counties. The Baltimore County Legal Advocate staffs the office in the Baltimore County Circuit Courthouse and has extensive in-person, Zoom, and phone contact with survivors of domestic violence seeking assistance in obtaining a protective order.

About the Women’s Law Center of Maryland:

The Women’s Law Center of Maryland (WLC) is a dynamic nonprofit law firm whose mission is to ensure the physical safety, economic security, and bodily autonomy of women in Maryland. Established in 1971, the WLC has a rich history of advocating for gender equality, women’s rights, and social justice. We provide legal services, education, and advocacy to empower women and families to navigate the legal system effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as first contact for callers seeking information about and representation in domestic violence peace and protective orders.
  • Assist petitioners with completing Petitions for Protective Orders, Petitions to Extend/Modify Protective Orders, and Petitions for Peace Orders as appropriate.
  • Staff our courthouse office to assist walk-in clients with domestic-violence-related issues.
  • Provide information to survivors of domestic violence about legal remedies and resources.
  • Provide safety planning and other assistance to survivors, including relevant referrals.
  • Assist attorneys with duties related to representing clients in court hearings. Duties include:
    • Conducting in-depth client intake interviews;
    • Maintaining contact with clients and serving as primary contact with client for non-legal issues;
    • Collecting evidence and other documentation from clients;
    • Obtaining relevant reports and documentation from related agencies;
    • Coordinating trial calendar, scheduling interviews, and performing other administrative duties as necessary;
    • Conducting follow-up interviews with clients;
    • Maintaining project and client files utilizing our case management system, Legal Server;
    • Assisting with grant and data reporting.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with courthouse personnel and service providers of all types within the community.
  • Advocate on behalf of clients with representatives of the criminal justice system and accompany clients to criminal proceedings when requested.
  • Participate in development of statistical and programmatic reports to grantors.
  • Maintain project and client files.
  • Work with and support interns.
  • As part of the WLC, provide occasional staffing for fundraising events.
  • Attend and participate in committees, task forces, trainings, and policy-making bodies concerned with domestic violence as time permits.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Case Administrator II | United States Court of Federal Claims

Case Administrator II
Location: Washington, DC
Announcement Number: CFC-2025-03-OPR
Salary: $55,940 – $90,898
Closing Date: July 9, 2025

Case Administrators perform various functions and are responsible for maintaining and processing case information and managing the progression of cases from opening to final disposition, in accordance with approved internal controls, procedures, and rules for the court’s Office of Operations.

Duties

  • Make summary entries on all documents and proceedings. Assign case numbers. Receive and docket terminating documents. Perform quality control on attorney-docketed entries. Accept, review and process documents. Prepare deficiency worksheet/notice. Review filed documents to determine conformity and take appropriate action and follow up with rules, practices, and filing requirements. Prepare correspondence regarding file inquires, docket sheets, and other file request information.
  • Review new appeals for jurisdiction and initial docketing issues. Set schedules for briefing and record preparation. Refer cases to panels of judges or court attorneys for action. Rule on motions as permitted by local rules.
  • Check for prior or prohibited filing. Verify attorney’s authority to practice. Monitor for release of exhibits and sealed documents.
  • Inform customers of required fees. Receive payments and issue receipts. Secure funds in cash register. Balance cash drawer at the end of the day. Process credit card payments for filed documents.
  • Create and process new case files. Open cases in case management system. Docket initial opening events. Sort, classify, and file case records. Maintain integrity of the filing system by such means as monitoring proper access to records and maintaining timely and accurate filing of documents. Retrieve files and make copies of records for court personnel, attorneys, and others. Certify court documents and ensure data quality.
  • Prepare, ship, and retrieve records from the appropriate Federal Records Center. Scan, copy, file, pick-up, and sort mail. Process mail. Process e-mail received from electronic filers. Maintain the mail meter and meter log. Receive and stamp incoming documents. Maintain court files.
  • Operate a variety of copying and records equipment. Answer and route incoming calls. Prepare case files for tracking records. Assist the public in use of computerized databases. Provide basic information to public, bar, and the court.
  • May record court proceedings. May organize exhibits used in court proceedings, including setting up and troubleshooting electronic evidence presentation systems, assisting with the orderly flow of proceedings.
  • Open and process new appeals; assign case numbers for appeals.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Deputy Sheriff Candidate, Grade G1 | Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office

Deputy Sheriff Candidate, Grade G1
Location: Rockville, MD
Job Number: 2024 – 00458
Salary: $64,048
Closing Date: June 30, 2025

WHO WE ARE

The mission of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is the law enforcement arm of the Judicial System. Our mission is to provide leadership and professional support, as required, to ensure that Court mandates are carried out in a manner which respects individual rights and freedoms. Our mission is to work cooperatively with all other law enforcement agencies within this county and throughout the Metropolitan Washington D. C. area, as well as all other branches of the Montgomery County Government. We strive to ensure that the people who live, work and visit Montgomery County are receiving the full range of law enforcement services required for a safe and orderly society.

What You’ll Be Doing

The work environment of a Deputy Sheriff is divided between field work (serving civil process papers, transporting prisoners and citizens, returning prisoners from out of County/State and maintaining custody of prisoners in a small detention setting) and time spent in a courtroom providing prisoner and courtroom security.

  • Prior to appointment, candidates must successfully complete an oral interview, background investigation, truth verification device process such as polygraph or C.V.S.A, physical, psychological, drug and alcohol screening.
  • Candidates will be provided with information via email with instructions and information to schedule their own test date after applications have been reviewed and eligibility requirements met.
  • Prior to becoming a sworn deputy sheriff, deputy sheriff candidates are responsible for attending and successfully completing an extended curriculum of instruction that prepares an employee to work in any one of a variety of assignments in the Office of the Montgomery County Sheriff. A Deputy Sheriff Candidate receives a comprehensive, six (6) months of training through a recruit training program.

Additional information: Weekend or evening hours will be required and there’s telework permitted.

Probation and Pretrial Services Technician (Temporary) | U.S. Probation Office Eastern District of Virginia

Probation and Pretrial Services Technician (Temporary)
Location: Alexandria, VA
Announcement Number: 25-P004A
Salary: $45,720 – $74,330
Closing Date: June 20, 2025

The U.S. Probation Office of the Eastern District of Virginia has an unwavering commitment to recruit, maintain and retain a diverse workforce with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. It is our belief that a diverse workforce and an inclusive environment will help us better serve our communities and carry out our mission.

Duties

The Probation and Pretrial Services Technician provides technical, administrative, and clerical support to probation officers and officer assistants in a wide range of areas, including assisting with conducting investigations, compiling criminal histories, coordinating with collateral agencies, and performing other similar duties, as assigned. This position makes recommendations and some decisions regarding the investigation and supervision of a select lower-risk caseload of offenders.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct case file reviews and advise officers and officer assistants of matters needing their attention. Make chronological entries in supervision case records. Conduct records research and retrieval via telephone or mail to obtain required documentation. Set up new supervision case records and perform various file management tasks. Assist officers in responding to collateral requests for information. Assemble and process information to the Sentencing Commission. Keep various logs and records up to date.
  • Format, type, edit, and finalize reports and correspondence from rough drafts using word processing equipment.
  • Conduct urinalysis and maintain chain of custody of urinalysis testing materials. Maintain paper and computerized records of test results and inform probation officers of test results.
  • Complete various standard forms for submission to the court and legal counsel using information provided by officers, including petitions, orders to the court, and similar documents.
  • Operate the local/state law enforcement information retrieval system and Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) terminals to obtain criminal history information and route the information to appropriate recipients. Obtain fingerprint and credit checks, verifications of employment and education, and send FBI flash notices.
  • Open, close, and update information into computerized records, including the Probation Automated Case Tracking Systems (PACTS). Research information from case records and enter into system as appropriate. Screen forms completed by officers and officer assistants and request corrections as needed. Retrieve information from databases and generate periodic reports.
  • Participate in problem solving at staff meetings with other support staff, officers, and officer assistants. Make constructive suggestions for improvement in work processes to better achieve goals and objectives. Periodically act as administrative and clerical facilitator to distribute/redistribute work and optimize office support operations, as required.
  • Provide general clerical office support by performing any or all the following tasks: Answer telephones and take messages; copy and distribute documents; send and receive faxes and electronic mail messages; process travel and expense reimbursement documents; receive and distribute mail; attend meetings and take minutes; provide reception assistance; order and store office supplies; assist officers and officer assistants with word processing or other computer matters.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.