Friday, April 29, 2022

Apply to be a Feller Center Peer Mentor - Fall 2022


The Feller Center is currently accepting applications for the BSOS Peer Mentors program for the Fall 2022 semester! Through their service to fellow students, BSOS Peer Mentors gain valuable skills in public speaking/presentation, professionalism, and leadership. Peer Mentors primarily facilitate BSOS Graduation Planning Workshops each semester and conduct various presentations in BSOS UNIV100 classes. 

In preparation for these activities, all new Peer Mentors attend a mandatory class session once a week for their first semester as a Peer Mentor.  All applicants are expected to serve for a minimum of two semesters.  The program will be held in person once weekly.  Peer Mentors earn one graded academic credit after each successfully completed semester.

Eligibility Criteria:
  • Must be a BSOS major 
  • Intent to return to the University in Spring 2023
  • At least a 2.5 GPA  
  • Must be in good judicial/academic standing

To apply, please fill out the BSOS Peer Mentor Application. Applications are due by August 5th, 2022 at 11:59 PM.

Thursday, April 28, 2022

Full-Time Investigative Specialist Position, DC Public Defender Service

DC Public Defender: Investigative Specialist Position, 4 vacancies  

Vacancy Announcement:

PDS 2022-10
Pay Series:

PDS-1801-7/9

Opening Date:
Apr 28, 2022
Closing Date:
May 18, 2022
Number of Vacancies:
4 (plus any additional vacancies that occur within the next 90 days)
Position Type:
Full-Time-Term
Location:

Public Defender Service
633 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004

Who May Appy:

US Citizens or persons authorized to work in the United States.

Compensation:

Salary Range:  $50,643 to $65,831
First Year Salary (no professional experience): $50,643

Organization Description:

PDS Overview: The Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia (PDS) is a federally funded, independent organization governed by an eleven-member Board of Trustees.  PDS provides legal representation for indigent individuals who are charged with criminal offenses in the District of Columbia and face a loss of liberty.  PDS has approximately 200 employees, most of whom work at the main office at 633 Indiana Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.  PDS’s staff consists of approximately 100 attorneys and approximately 100 social workers, investigators, administrative, and technical staff.  PDS is funded by federal appropriations, and all employees are entitled to participate in certain federal benefits plans: health and life insurance, federal retirement, and Thrift Savings Plan. Transferring employees will receive recognition of creditable federal service for leave accrual and retirement purposes. 

Employment at the Public Defender Service (PDS) is neither federal nor District of Columbia government employment and all employees are at-will.

Division Description: The mission of the Investigation Division is to stay ahead of the rapidly-evolving investigative landscape in order to zealously serve PDS's clients. Our investigators passionately and diligently investigate cases and assist all divisions of PDS. Investigators not only go through rigorous training, but also provide specialized training to other court-appointed investigators and attorneys. PDS investigators are well versed in the art of interviews and statements, mixed media, and forensics. Our investigators use their skills in-house and in the field to leave no stone unturned in PDS's clients' cases. Working on all aspects of a case, from the arraignment to the trial, our investigators are an invaluable component of the defense team

Essential Duties:

Major Duties: This position works in concert with legal defense counsel in the Special Litigation Division (SLD) that is focusing on post-conviction litigation pursuant to the Incarceration Reduction Amendment Act (“IRAA” – D.C. Code  24-403.03) in D.C. Superior Court. 

An investigative specialist, under the supervision of the assigned attorney, plans and conducts complete investigations and back ground history of clients as assigned. This is accomplished by interviews with witnesses, visiting correctional facilities, researching records, contacting various sources for the purpose of obtaining facts, signed statements, etc. An investigator verifies and corroborates all information obtained, analyzes findings, and presents findings in comprehensive written reports for use by attorneys. Duties may also include additional division-related work.

Required Qualifications:

Educational Requirement: All candidates selected for the position must possess: A Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration, Law, Criminology, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, English, Journalism/Mass Communication and/or other related field.

NOTE: Education must be from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx.  All education claimed by applicants will be verified by PDS.

Special Instructions For Foreign Education: Applicants who are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.  For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Qualifications Required for the PDS Grade 7

All candidates must possess the above noted educational requirement.

 

Qualifications Required for the PDS Grade 9 

To qualify for the grade 9, a candidate must possess the aforementioned educational requirement and the following experience:

Specialized Experience:  Candidates must have at least one year of specialized experience as a criminal defense staff investigator or criminal defense investigative specialist (investigating felony level cases), including experience with word processing, criminal justice database usage, social media usage, data input, and criminal defense related data analysis.

Other Requirements: (1) Incumbent must have insured, reliable and available transportation; (2) incumbent must have no convictions as defined in D.C. Code Sec. 14.305(b)(1) (Impeachment by evidence of conviction of crime); and (3) applicant must be a US Citizen or have current authorization to work in the United States.

All candidates are subject to a criminal background check.

Vaccination Policy: As a condition of employment and before starting employment, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive a reasonable accommodation due to a disability or sincere religious belief. Prior to your first date of employment, candidates will be required either (A) to submit proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to the Office of Human Resources or (B) request and receive an accommodation due to disability of sincere religious belief.

Telework: This is a full-time, term position that will expire on September 30, 2024.  Due to the pandemic, this position is eligible for remote work.  At this time, PDS is on a maximum telework schedule until October 2022. Beginning in October, we expect this position to shift to a hybrid work schedule; the details of this schedule will depend on the needs of the Division, assignments that must be performed in person (e.g., court hearings, client visits in detention facilities) and office space availability. For these positions, it will be the responsibility of the investigative specialist to ensure that any remote work they perform complies with the ethical and practice requirements of the remote jurisdiction.

Preferred Qualifications:

Highly Desirable Qualifications:  Additionally, the following knowledge, skills, and abilities and/or experiences are deemed highly desirable:

  • The ability to fluently speak and write Spanish;
  • Training and/or internship experience in criminal defense investigations;
  • Training and/or experience in criminal defense mitigation; 
  • The skills and ability to provide quantitative and qualitative analysis and assessment of data evidence; 
  • Possess computing skills and proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro (PDF), Criminal Justice Database usage, researching Social Media content, criminal defense related data input/analysis and/or other related proprietary software;
  • Experience in organizing for and/or serving the homeless, incarcerated, underserved and/or immigrant communities;
  • The willingness to learn and utilize proprietary and evolving technology as related to investigations is also desirable.
Application Evaluation:

How you will be evaluated: Your application package includes your cover letter, resume and requested supporting documentation. Please ensure your application package includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position. Failure to provide sufficient evidence in your application package and requested supporting documents can result in a rejection of your application package. Prior to the closing date of the announcement, PDS reserves the right to conduct rolling interviews.

Rating: Your application package will be rated and ranked among other applicants, based on your experience, education, training, and awards relevant to the duties of this position. Your rating can be lowered if your application package is not supported by the requested documents.

Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application package will be referred to a hiring manager for consideration at which time you may be invited to participate in a selection interview.

Interview Structure:  Those who are selected for interviews will be required to interview via Web-EX, Skype, or some other communications platform due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Benefits:

Benefits: PDS is funded by federal appropriations, and employees are entitled to participate in federal benefits plans, federal retirement systems, and the workers compensation program. Transferring federal employees will receive recognition of creditable federal service for leave accrual and retirement (if applicable) purposes. Benefits include:

Federal Employees Retirement Systems (retirement annuity)
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401k program)
Federal Employees Health Benefits 
Federal Employees Group Life Insurance
Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (for health care and dependent care)
Long-Term Care Insurance
Parking Space (for Investigative Specialists)
Employee Assistance Program
Federal Occupational Health (access to health clinic and services)

How To Apply:

Application Portal

Please submit your application package through PDS’s online application portal found through the following link:  http://www.jobs.net/j/JltkfSTD?jobdetails=true

To submit required documents, you must click on the “APPLY” button for Vacancy Announcement.  You must also fully complete the Questionnaire found on CareerBuilder.  All responses on the Questionnaire must be supported by a narrative statement for each question.  If you do not have sufficient space on the Questionnaire to complete your narrative statement, please type the response in Word Format and attach it to your Resume and/or Cover Letter when submitting your application materials through Career Builder. 

Additionally, the documentation you provide through your cover letter and/or resume must support your answers on the Questionnaire.  Application packages submitted with missing information and/or responses to the Questionnaire can negatively affect referring your application package to the hiring manager.  PDS will not accept application packages by email, mail, fax, or personal delivery.

For applicants with disabilities, this organization provides reasonable accommodations which will be decided on a case-by-case basis. Additionally, proof of full vaccination against the COVID-19 virus is a condition of employment with they exception of those who apply for and receive a reasonable accommodation based on their health (disability) or sincerely held religious belief as reasons for not being vaccinated.  To request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact Anisha Trice, HR Specialist at (202) 824-2227 or at ATrice@pdsdc.org.



Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Student Trainee, Securities Exchange Commission

Student Trainee, Securities Exchange Commission 

The Pathways Internship Program targets students accepted for enrollment or enrolled and seeking a degree or certificate at an accredited educational institution. The program provides students with paid internship opportunities to explore Federal careers while in school. Students receive training to help them advance in their internship as well as work experience that augments their education. Students who successfully complete the program may obtain a permanent job in the Federal Government.

Duties
Students placed in internships via this announcement will work with SEC staff members on various projects and assignments that cover a broad range of the Commissions' work. The work assigned will depend upon a student's placement within a Division or Office. Internship assignments range from supporting securities regulations to assisting in professional administrative duties such as human resources, contracting, auditing, etc.

Typical duties include the following:

  • Assist in conducting analysis and research in support of assigned program areas.
  • Respond to routine questions within the assigned program areas.
  • Assist in the maintenance of automated databases.

Locations
The SEC's Headquarters is located in Washington, DC. The SEC consists of 11 Regional Offices located across the United States, refer to the "Locations" section of this announcement for the list of locations. The 11 Regional Offices are comprised mainly of the Division of Enforcement and Division of Examinations. Please visit www.sec.gov to learn about the Divisions and Offices at the SEC. You will be asked to rank your top three (3) Division/Office preferences to include location for internship placement.

Hourly Rates
Hourly minimum and maximum rates vary based on location. Hourly rates are as follows:

  • SK-05: $18.95 to $35.61 ($39,549 to $74,319 Per Year)
  • SK-07: $23.47 to $44.76 ($48,989 to $93,409 Per Year)

Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Program Intern, Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault

 Program Intern, Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault 

Position Overview

The Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MCASA) advocates for accessible, compassionate care for survivors, the prevention of sexual assault, and accountability for all offenders.  MCASA actively works to end sexual violence in the State of Maryland through professional training, public outreach, public policy advocacy,   technical assistance, and legal services.

Through hands-on learning responsibilities, MCASA’s program interns are engaged in the important effort to end rape, child sexual abuse, and the full continuum of sexual violence including campus sexual assault and human sex trafficking. They are exposed to the latest thinking in the field of sexual assault prevention and response through webinars and trainings, professional meetings, and written resource materials. Program interns also come away with practical knowledge about a statewide nonprofit organization’s strategies for office management, internal and external communications, professional training, and public outreach.  

A minimum commitment of 15 hours per week is required.  Interns are encouraged to work with their academic institutions to seek credit.

This internship located at our metro-accessible Silver Spring, MD office. Remote work is available during COVID-19.

 

Intern Objectives

  • Develop and expand knowledge regarding sexual violence and policies to prevent and respond to sexual assault and abuse.
  • Develop ability to write and format professional documents such as letters, fact sheets, website content, and newsletter articles.
  • Expand professional speaking skills by answering and making telephone calls.
  • Become familiar with client referrals by providing information about MCASA’s Sexual Assault Legal Institute and Maryland rape crisis and recovery centers to survivors who call the office.
  • Learn about event management by assisting with logistics coordination for professional training sessions and fundraising events.
  • Enhance research skills by completing written projects regarding sexual violence.
  • Develop an understanding of nonprofit membership development and engagement by updating and maintaining electronic database records.
  • Participate in public outreach by attending events, staffing community information fairs, and fulfilling orders for resource brochures.
  • Become familiar with a varied-pace office environment that juggles both immediate and longer-term projects.
  • Contribute to development of office resources on specific topics.   

 

Qualifications 

  • Be genuinely concerned about sexual violence issues and have a passion and desire to make a difference
  • Have a desire to learn about non-profit organizations and practices
  • Be organized, have a strong attention to detail, and be able to complete projects independently
  • Be computer and internet savvy: experience and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred
  • Be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

This internship is particularly relevant for students pursuing degrees in communications, social sciences, criminal justice, or Women’s Studies, but we welcome applications from those in any field.

 

Commitment to Diversity 

MCASA is an equal opportunity agency and is committed to diversity.  MCASA does not discriminate based on ethnicity, creed, marital status, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, and physical, emotional or mental disability. 

 

Compensation

This internship is unpaid.  We encourage interns to seek academic credit or stipends when possible.

 

To Apply

Send cover letter, resume, and one writing sample to interns@mcasa.org.  Applications are accepted at any time; however, we encourage applicants for fall internships to apply by July 31st, for spring internships by mid-December, and for summer internships by March 13th. The start date is flexible; we require a minimum commitment of three months at 15 hours per week. Remote work is available during COVID-19.

Full-Time Legal Advocate, MCASA Sexual Assault Legal Institute/ Sexual Assault Kit Initiative

Full-Time Legal Advocate, MCASA Sexual Assault Legal Institute/ Sexual Assault Kit Initiative 

Position Overview

The Sexual Assault Legal Institute (SALI), a program within the Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MCASA), is seeking a Full-Time Legal Advocate to help sexual assault survivors, including those affected by the backlog of untested sexual assault evidence kits in Maryland. This position provides direct services to sexual assault survivors and assists with online communication to provide survivors with legal information and other resources.  Administrative duties include assisting with grants management and maintaining victim notification preferences using a client database.  SALI provides legal services to survivors of sexual violence, and training & technical assistance to service providers working with survivors. This position reports directly to the SAKI Victim Notification Project Manager.

Note:  MCASA staff is currently working remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions.  Staff generally must be available for meetings with partners or events in the State of Maryland as necessary and if safe.  Staff may return to work on-site part-time in Silver Spring at some point in the future and is currently permitted to work in the office subject to social distancing, PPE, and occupancy restrictions.

Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to: jobs@mcasa.org in Word or PDF.

Classification: Non-Exempt

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Conduct victim notifications and initial interviews (intakes) with survivors of sexual assault impacted by the sexual assault evidence kit backlog in Maryland.
  • Provide high quality, culturally competent advocacy for survivors of sexual assault.
  • Provide technical assistance to law enforcement and advocates conducting trauma-informed victim notifications.
  • Maintain client victim notification preferences within the notification database.
  • Assist in the creation of victim notification individual plans and coordinate victim notification with law enforcement SAKI liaisons and local victim advocates.
  • Provide safety planning for survivors.
  • Participate in forums and meetings relating to SALI and SAKI activities.
  • Assist attorneys of sexual assault survivors in a range of cases; these may include protective and peace orders, U-visa, family law, crime victim rights, education, employment and other cases.
  • Coordinate and develop culturally competent outreach materials and arrange for appropriate translation of current SALI and SAKI literature.
  • Assist in the production of training and technical assistance materials including dissemination of recent research findings or policy changes to rape crisis and recovery centers, MCASA members, law enforcement agencies, and professionals working with survivors.
  • Increase SAKI and SALI’s presence on social media and improve legal information available on MCASA’s agency-wide website. 
  • Support updating website content including researching and updating factsheets and other resource webpages.
  • Support effective agency communications including, for example, listservs, social media, e-newsletter, conference calls, etc.
  • Collect data needed for grant reports or other reasons; assist in report preparation using LegalServer database.
  • Assist in recruiting and work with legal interns.
  • Prioritize and fulfill responsibilities in accordance with available funding and grant requirements.
  • Comply with or assist others in compliance with the Rules of Professional Conduct (legal ethics).
  • Ensure compliance with grant objectives, goals, collection of data and reporting requirements.
  • Prepare grant reports and assist with development of grant applications
  • Commitment to complying with PPE recommendations including wearing a mask, social distancing, and sanitation. Flexibility to work off-site or on-site.
  • Such other duties as assigned by Executive Director & Counsel


Qualifications

  • Commitment to ending sexual violence
  • Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Women’s Studies, Education, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, AA in Paralegal Studies, or equivalent experience required. 
  • Experience working with survivors of sexual assault or other power-based violence such as domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, preferred.
  • Familiar with the national sexual assault kit backlog issues and effective responses.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. Performing arts or debating experience preferred.
  • Strong oral and written communication, organizational, problem-solving and planning skills
  • Fluent in English; conversant in Spanish or other language strongly preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Power Point, Excel), NEON, Mailchimp, and Adobe Connect preferred   
  • Ability to use and communicate professionally and effectively through e-mail and social media including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other platforms; able to learn and use new technology such as online databases and communication systems
  • Understanding of and experience with providing trauma-informed and victim-centered services.
  • Skilled and enthusiastic about developing ways to share legal information via technology, including social media and website.
  • Familiarity with LegalServer or commitment to learn database.
  • Knowledge and/or previous work experience with sexual assault related issues preferred.
  • Ability to work remotely (equipment is provided by agency). Ability to work in office in Silver Spring, Maryland when public health recommendations permit.
  • Access to a car and valid driver’s license; this position requires travel within the State of Maryland.  Out of state travel required 1-3 times annually.


Physical Demands 
he physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Commitment to Diversity
MCASA is an equal opportunity employer. Its policy of nondiscrimination means that all employment decisions will be based on merit and without regard to factors unrelated to job performance, such as ethnicity, creed, marital status, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, and physical, emotional or mental capacity. 

Child Advocate Full-Time Position

JOIN SCAN's GROWING TEAM of Court Appointed Special Advocates!


SCAN’s mission is to prevent child abuse and promote the well-being of children. Established in 1988, we are the only Northern Virginia organization focused solely on the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Our vision is that every child in Northern Virginia will grow up in a safe and stable family, with the support they need to contribute to stronger communities today and as adults tomorrow. 

 

SCAN’s small and mighty team – the SCAN Fam! –  is full of passionate and extremely dedicated people who are focused on the mission of keeping children safe from abuse. While SCAN’s subject matter can be intense, the team balances this with a focus on wellness, fun, and team building. We’d love to have you join us! 


As a team member of the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate ) Program, you will support and supervise volunteer advocates working to support abused/ neglected children in the Alexandria and Arlington court systems. 


KEY QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bilingual Spanish/ English with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written 
  • Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of work experience in child welfare, child abuse prevention, human services, juvenile justice, law, or public administration. 
  • Experience supervising others and working with professional stakeholders 
  • Ability to engage effectively with diverse communities 
  • Computer literate and proficient user of Microsoft Office and virtual presentation tools such as MS Teams and Zoom 

VOLUNTEER TRAINING

  • Assist with facilitation of volunteer orientation and pre-service training 
  • Orient new volunteers to agency processes, other systems, and other professionals as needed on each case.
  • Support ongoing volunteer recruitment and retention efforts

VOLUNTEER SUPERVISION AND CASE MANAGEMENT

  • Supervise up to 25 volunteers and their cases 
  • Maintain volunteer records, including case history, performance evaluations, status updates, and prepare monthly reports 
  • Review and edit court reports and maintain records and case files of active cases  
  • Attend court hearings, meetings, and visits as needed 

This position reports to the Manager, CASA Program


WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Works in an office, community, and courtroom environment.  Must have reliable transportation and be willing to work some evenings and weekend hours as needed. Both remote and in-person work is required.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

The candidate must be comfortable discussing sensitive issues including child sexual abuse.

The candidate must understand and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining the confidential nature of client information.  

All employees of SCAN must also consent to criminal and child protective services background checks. 


Pursuant to the SCAN's COVID-19 mitigation protocols, individuals must be fully vaccinated upon commencing employment, subject to legal requirements.


SALARY & BENEFITS:

 

Salary commensurate with education and experience. Expected salary range: $48,000-$52,000. 


Benefits include Kaiser Permanente Virginia health plan (cost share), dental, life, and short-term/long-term disability and life insurance, a retirement match, flexible schedule, generous paid time off, and the opportunity to work with a team of supportive, dynamic, and dedicated child welfare advocates.


SCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SCAN of Northern Virginia values and celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. SCAN is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and promotions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, age, or national origin, disability, or any other basis.


We are excited to hear from you! SCAN is a team of dedicated, passionate, hard-working advocates for child protection who also enjoy working together and creating a fun, lively, and affirming team environment.  We are committed to growing the capabilities of our people and building a community of diverse individuals who explore new ways of thinking and expand skills through sharing, teaching, and learning.

Pre-Graduation Celebrations


Beginning this Friday, the Multicultural Involvement & Community Advocacy Office (MICA), Nyumburu Cultural Center, and LGBTQ+ Equity Office will host pre-graduation gatherings to celebrate the accomplishments of graduating students who identify with our LGBTQ+, Black, Latinx, and Asian Pacific Islander and Desi American (APIDA) communities. These celebratory events acknowledge the many ways our graduating seniors from these communities, both individually and collectively, have created a more vibrant, affirming, and inclusive campus.

Monday, April 25, 2022

Join Maryland Mock Trial!

Are you the most charismatic person you know? Do you love public speaking or winning every argument? Are acting and performance your passion? Want to get experience for law school and your future legal career?

Come to our Info Session on April 27th @ 6:30PM in Tydings 2109. Meet the team, learn about tryouts, and find out about Maryland Mock Trial!

Find out more at ter.ps/JoinMock



Thursday, April 21, 2022

Security Clearance Workshop - 4/26

Security Clearance Workshop: Prepare Now to Pass Later!

Tuesday, April 26  •  4 - 5 pm

Virtual Event, RSVP to attend via Careers4Terps 

 

Many applicants for federal positions, including summer interns and volunteers, undergo a suitability review or a security clearance background check. So…what is a security clearance? Essentially, a security clearance is a designation by the U.S. government that an individual is allowed to access classified information. There are several levels of clearance (Public Trust, Confidential, Secret, and Top Secret), and the different types of clearance provide the individual varying levels of accessibility to sensitive information. 

Nawana H., Mid-Atlantic A Regional Recruiter for the CIA will share details and bust myths about the process and how you can boost your chances to work with agencies like the FBI, CIA, State Department and others.

Our employers want to hear from our students!  We anticipate this to be an engaging session, and we encourage students to ask questions throughout. 


Questions? Please contact Gabe Pickett, Career Outreach Specialist at gpickett@umd.edu  

BSOS Orientation - OPA Positions Available!



The Feller Center seeks organized and dedicated undergraduate students to work as Orientation Peer Advisors to assist with the preparation and operation of New Student Orientation for Summer 2022. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Feller Center Orientation Coordinators to conduct the new student orientation programs.
  • Introduce University and BSOS policies to incoming students and families
  • Individually advise and assist incoming students with course registration
  • Oversee the BSOS Orientation ELMS Site
  • Prepare student files and records for review.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with BSOS peer mentoring, orientation, or a student who experienced BSOS’ orientation is preferred. All students are encouraged to apply!

To apply, complete an OPA application and submit it to bsosorientation@umd.edu. All applications are due Monday, May 2.

Program Coordinator, Equal Justice Works

Program Coordinator, EQUAL JUSTICE WORKS

The mission of Equal Justice Works is to create a just society by mobilizing the next generation of lawyers committed to equal justice. Equal Justice Works is a recognized leader in the public interest law movement. Please go to www.equaljusticeworks.org to learn more about Equal Justice Works.

 

Equal Justice Works provides a continuum of opportunity that begins with incoming law school students and extends into later careers in the profession. From advocating for law school programs that instill public service values among students, to creating summer and postgraduate public interest jobs, to addressing the staggering educational debt that blocks lawyers from going into public service, Equal Justice Works inspires and provides opportunities for the legal community to change lives, make careers, and deliver on the promise of justice for all.

 

The Program Coordinator, Fellowship Unit is an individual contributor to the effectiveness and success of one or more assigned programs and the work of the Fellowship Unit overall. The work of the Program Coordinator impacts the successful delivery of projects, programs, and unit operational plans aligned to Equal Justice Works’ strategic plan. The Coordinator will be primarily assigned to the Disaster Resilience program, a national fellowship program that places groups of lawyers and law students at nonprofit legal services organizations (host sites) to provide free civil legal services before, during, and after disasters.

 

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Senior Program Manager (Disaster Resilience Program), the Program Coordinator:             

  • Supports day-to-day operations of programs, with assigned responsibilities for program administration activities.
  • Supports program start up, implementation and/or continuation activities.
  • Supports monitoring of program timelines and operational plans to track project milestones and ensure award compliance.
  • Acts as administrative point person for host organizations, Fellows and other program stakeholders generally and during programmatic and financial reporting. Facilitates ongoing communication and information sharing.
  • Assists in coordinating RFP and Fellow recruitment processes, subrecipient programmatic capability and performance evaluation. Supports periodic program monitoring activities, including conducting desk reviews.
  • Maintains a general understanding of compliance regulations, grant conditions, and internal policies and procedures to effectively identify and raise issues to Unit management.
  • Supports management of program data, reviews and provides input on reports.
  • Provides administrative support on program-specific training and technical assistance activities, such as webinars/teleconferences and in-person events, executes on assigned annual Leadership Development Training program deliverables.
  • Supports continuous improvement efforts for program strategies and operational tools.
  • Provides range of general administrative support as assigned, including invoicing, scheduling, travel planning, notetaking, etc.
  • Maintains up to date program records for external and internal purposes.
  • Participates in broader Public Programs Unit-wide activities and initiatives, and acts as a liaison and program/Unit representative for internal committees as assigned.
  • Undertakes other duties as assigned by supervisor or by Unit Vice President.

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, DynamicsSL), ability to use technology to manage and consolidate data, some experience and willingness to learn grants management, and report writing.
  • Strong time management skills with an ability to work well with a team and independently with regular guidance and supervision.
  • Professional, customer-service oriented mindset.
  • Attention to detail and ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks with a range of complexity.
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
  • Good problem-solving skill with an ability to maintain professional, upbeat attitude and sense of humor.
  • Demonstrated commitment to growth, meeting a high bar, and contributing to a positive workplace culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
  • Diplomatic and skillful in developing and maintaining strong working relationships with and among diverse internal and external stakeholders.
  • Committed to Equal Justice Work’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Knowledge of or interest in civil legal aid is a plus.

 

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, DynamicsSL), ability to use technology to manage and consolidate data, some experience and willingness to learn grants management, and report writing.
  • Strong time management skills with an ability to work well with a team and independently with regular guidance and supervision.
  • Professional, customer-service oriented mindset.
  • Attention to detail and ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks with a range of complexity.
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
  • Good problem-solving skill with an ability to maintain professional, upbeat attitude and sense of humor.
  • Demonstrated commitment to growth, meeting a high bar, and contributing to a positive workplace culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
  • Diplomatic and skillful in developing and maintaining strong working relationships with and among diverse internal and external stakeholders.
  • Committed to Equal Justice Work’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Knowledge of or interest in civil legal aid is a plus.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Undergraduate degree
  • One or more years (or equivalent relevant work experience/training).

 

LOCATION

Temporarily remote, however, typical daily activities are conducted in a typical office environment.

 

A cover letter and resume are required to apply for this role. Applications without a cover letter and resume will not be considered.