Financial Litigation Technician - Hammond, United States - U.S. Department of Justice

U.S. Department of Justice
U.S. Department of Justice
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Hammond, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Summary


If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career, this is the position for you With a diverse and talented workforce of over 100,000 men and women, Justice leads the Nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms.

You can be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty, and the property of citizens.

This job is open to
The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

All United States Citizens and Nationals.


This job is also open in another announcement to:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Family of overseas employees
Federal employees - Competitive service
Individuals with disabilities
Land & base management
Military spouses
Veterans
Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
Special authorities

Duties

This position is located in Hammond, Indiana.

Hammond, Indiana is centrally located in the Northwest Indiana region.

With a thriving population and minutes away from Chicago, Northwest Indiana offers low-cost, high-quality living while offering highly competitive salaries at the Chicago locality rate.

The proximity of Chicago also offers its art and cultural institutions, world-class entertainment, and dining.

The area boasts a variety of living options - from urban living and suburbs to small towns and rural communities.

Northwest Indiana is also home to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Park and the Indiana Dunes State Park - both offering trails, camping and beaches along Lake Michigan.

Obtains and analyzes financial information on debtors to determine their present and future potential ability to pay.

Initiates contact with debtors concerning payment of their obligations, their ability to pay, and negotiates written payment schedules to assure successful collection of debts.

Conducts skip-tracing activity when necessary to locate debtors, using own discretion in determining those techniques and any follow up needed to locate the debtor.

Reviews and reconciles computerized debt collection printouts with office collection records.

Makes determinations as to the appropriateness and cost effectiveness of pursuing the obligation either by suit or proceedings subsequent to the entry of judgment to enforce collection.

Interprets and enforces judgments in criminal cases, and independently performs all functions to collect amounts imposed as a result of the prosecution of criminal cases.

Communicates with debtors to present options for debt payments, answer questions, explain pertinent procedures, clarify information and work cases to resolution.

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

This position has promotion potential to the GS-07 grade level.

Promotion to the next grade level is at management's discretion and is based on your demonstrated ability to perform the higher-level duties, the continuing need for the higher-level duties, and "Regulatory/Administrative" approval.

Promotion to the next higher grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is implied.


Incentive Pay:
May be considered for superiorly qualified applicants and in accordance with 5 CFR Part 575.


Relocation Expenses:
Permanent Change in Station (PCS) Relocation expenses will not be authorized.


Benefits:
The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part:
Paid vacation
Sick Leave
11 paid holidays
12-weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Reasonable Accommodations
Health Insurance Benefits
Dental and Vision benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
Federal Retirement Pension (Federal Employees Retirement System)
Thrift Savings Plan (401k) with up to 5% employer matching
Life Insurance
Long-term care Insurance


Other Benefits:
In addition to the above benefits, we also offer:
Telework
Flexible Work Schedules
Compressed Work Schedules
Student Loan Forgiveness
Performance Awards & Bonuses
Employee Assistance Programs
The Benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal Employees. For more information visit OPM's site for Federal Employee Compensation Package.


Requirements:

Conditions of Employment

To be eligible for this position, you must meet the following requirements:

U

S Citizenship:
You must be a United States Citizen or National.

Probationary Period:
If selected, you may be required to complete a one-year probationary period.

All applicants must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement. (See Qualifications section of this announcement)

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.


Qualifications:

To qualify for this position, you must meet the experience/education requirements for at least one of the grade levels as described below:
GS-05 Grade Level Qualification Requirements
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