Paralegal Specialist openings w/ DOJ

 

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Paralegal Specialist openings w/ DOJ The United States Department of Justice, Antitrust Division, is seeking highly motivated individuals to fill entry-level, trainee Paralegal Specialist positions in our Washington, DC Office. Paralegals within the Division perform legal duties in support of attorneys engaged in antitrust cases and matters. Responsibilities include: Performs factual research using evidentiary files, library reference materials, corporate records, private and governmental studies, computer databases, internet resources, and other pertinent sources to supply needed factual information for inclusion in memoranda, briefs, and similar documents. Assists Attorneys in preparing for and conducting interviews with investigative sources and prospective witnesses; assists attorneys in preparation for depositions, including working with court reporting agencies, preparing exhibits, and attending on-site depositions. Takes accurate notes during witness interviews and promptly prepares reliable, concise memoranda from those notes. Performs screening and substantive analysis of significant electronic productions and hard copy materials prior to review by attorneys; codes electronic documents and categorizes hard copy documents in accordance with case priorities. Assists technical support staff with the preparation and organization of electronic document review databases; works with technical support staff to resolve issues with incoming productions. Organizes and maintains tracking logs for all incoming and outgoing case-related material. Prepares and organizes charts, graphs, and other materials to be used for internal memoranda and presentations as well as exhibits in court. Prepares tables of content, indexes, and tables of authorities for legal briefs, memoranda, and other such documents; reviews and researches citations, footnotes, textual references, and other entries for accuracy. Prepares routine correspondence. Travels to any on-site trials or discovery locations and while there provides similar paralegal support as described above. Performs other duties as assigned. For more information and to apply, visit the Paralegal Specialist USAJobs posting. All applications are due Friday July 2, 2021. Questions about the position can be directed to Anna Bieganowska (anbieganowska@gmail.com).

Fall 2021 Criminal Investigation Internship w/ Fairfax County

 

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Fall 2021 Criminal Investigation Internship w/ Fairfax County The Fairfax County Public Defender's Office is currently seeking multiple Criminal Investigator interns for the Fall 2021 semester. This opportunity can be used for CCJS internship credit. All interested send a resume and cover letter to Doug Nelson (dnelson@vadefenders.org) no later than close of business Friday, July 9, 2021. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Virtual Resume Review

 Virtual Resume Review

The Feller Center Career Planning staff will be reviewing resumes electronically throughout the month of July. Resume submissions will receive tips and wording suggestions on your skill based resume. Open for submission from July 1 - July 30, 2021.

 

Complete these three steps:

1. Gain tips with the Resume Basics self-guided module (takes about 15 minutes).
2. Use the information shared in the module to update your resume.
3. Submit your resume.

Questions? Contact the Feller Center Career Planning office at bsoscareers@umd.edu.

USG Logon ID Reminder

This is a reminder that all faculty, staff, and students who require access to USG's campus IT resources, including classroom workstations, must have a USG Logon ID.

What is the USG Logon ID?

Your USG Logon ID is a set of credentials, consisting of a username and password, assigned by the USG Office of Information Technology that is unique to each user.  These credentials provide authorized access to on campus IT resources they need to authenticate into most USG campus systems online, in the office, and in the classroom.

For additional information on USG Logon ID please visit:

https://shadygrove.umd.edu/campus-resources/office-of-information-technology/usg-logon-id

How does someone get their USG Logon ID Information?

Review the flyer below with instructions on "How to Claim Your USG Logon ID" with online and workstation options. 

For returning campus populations who have forgotten their credentials and password we have self-service options if they have registered at https://shadygrove.umd.edu/passwordreset, or they can contact the USG OIT Service Desk at usg-itservicedesk@umd.edu for assistance.

If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the USG OIT Service Desk at usg-itservicedesk@umd.edu.

Temporary positions at Polaris (anti-trafficking org)

 Polaris is currently hiring for several short-term, part time positions to help in the creation and execution of the National Survivor Study. For this position as Outreach Coordinator, they will be hiring multiple individuals and some with Spanish and Mandarin fluency (in speaking and writing/reading). Brief description of the job is below and a full description is available on the website: https://polarisproject.org/consultant-opportunities/. 

 

Outreach Coordinator: 

 

The Outreach Coordinator will manage an outreach strategy to survivor leaders, anti-human trafficking professionals, and aligned organizations to leverage their networks to engage survivors to participate from many previously under-represented groups. The Outreach Coordinator will be the key point of contact between community leaders and the NSS team. The ideal candidate is comfortable in an extremely fast-paced and dynamic environment and is a self-starter who has excellent attention to detail and organizational skills as well as a drive to excel. The Outreach Coordinator is an effective communicator, can build relationships with ease, is passionate about the fight to eradicate human trafficking, and has a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a group. Their responsibilities will include working closely with Polaris’s Survivor Empowerment Initiative and managing outreach to a variety of partners, developing outreach materials to reach out to different stakeholders in multiple languages, and managing outreach to a database of interested potential participants at different stages of the data collection process. English fluency is required, Spanish and Mandarin are preferred. There are no formal education requirements for this position and it is more important to have experience engaging and doing outreach with survivors, immigrant workers, and other related communities. Those with lived experience are preferred, but it is not required. This position requires approximately 5-20 days Level of Effort (LOE), from June through December 2021. 

 

If you are interested in any position, please email LIDS@polarisproject.org with your resume, cover letter, and an example of a written document or writing sample.

Paid Remote Membership and Advocacy Internship with Human Rights Funders Network

 Paid Remote Membership and Advocacy Internship with Human Rights Funders Network

Launched in 1994, Human Rights Funders Network (HRFN) is a global human rights advocacy and open philanthropy network of funders and civil society committed to advancing human rights through effective and values-based philanthropy. Started by a small group of grantmakers, our community has grown into a global network of 1,900 individuals in nearly 450 institutions across 70 countries, with a quarter of members based in the Global South and East.

Description

HRFN is looking for a Membership and Advocacy Intern to support our membership and advocacy program. This role plays an integral part of our global team, providing administrative support, preparing written materials, and completing other projects as needed. This is an opportunity to contribute to the organization’s efforts to build and leverage influence and visibility to support the human rights movements globally.

The internship is a 3-month, part-time paid position. HRFN is a global remote team so we are looking for someone who can take the initiative to reach out when they need help and troubleshoot issues as they arise. This role requires a dedicated and detail-oriented person who can manage multiple tasks with little oversight.  We are also looking for someone who can be a team-player with a willingness to learn and adapt to shifting priorities.

Start Date: Expected start date of 8 July 2020 and a duration of 3 months.

Hours: 20 hours/week, hours and work dates are flexible and may be set according to an intern’s schedule.

Location: Remote, HRFN is a global remote team with staff located on three continents. Priority will be given to people in ET timezone.

Compensation: $18.75 per hour. If the intern is located in a municipality with a higher minimum wage, the intern will be paid the local minimum wage as required by law. 

 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Membership

• Assist managing members’ requests;
• Assist in processing new member applications;
• Assist in setting up processes to assess applications;
• Support in communications with members;
• Proofread and copy edit membership communications;
• Assist managing constituency lists (in Salesforce);
• Help enter membership data into Salesforce.

Advocacy

• Provide administrative office support with the production and updating of the HRFN’s 2021-2025 strategic plan.
• Support the preparations of webinars and day of logistics.
• Support in managing the working groups list servers;
• Support the maintenance of the translators roster;
• Additional membership and advocacy tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Open to anyone with an interest in working in human rights, philanthropy, non-profit management or related fields;
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office suite;
• Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently both in verbal and written form;
• Highly dependable with ability to be flexible on day-to-day tasks;
• Excellent problem-solving skills, and attention to detail;
• Ability to work well independently with little oversight and take initiative to ask for assistance when needed, but also work effectively within a team.

Desired But not Required:

• Previous or related experience in communications preferred;
  CRM database experience preferred, Salesforce a plus;
• Language skills particularly in French or Spanish a plus.

To apply please send an email to: jobs@hrfn.org

U.S. Secret Service hiring Criminal Investigators

 U.S. Secret Service hiring Criminal Investigators

The United States Secret Service is currently accepting applications for their Criminal Investigator position (GL-07 to 11). You are minimally qualified for the GL-07 Level if you possess one of the following: 

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with superior academic achievement (S.A.A.) which is based on class standing, grade-point average, or honor society membership; OR 
• At least one full year of graduate level education (i.e., 18 semester hours); OR 
• At least 1 year of specialized experience in, or related to, the investigative methods, protective methods, and law enforcement techniques that provide the specific competencies to successfully perform the position's duties. 

For more information and to apply, visit the USAJobs posting.

Fall 2021 internships w/ Montgomery County Family Justice Center

 Fall 2021 internships w/ Montgomery County Family Justice Center

The Montgomery County Family Justice Center is currently accepting applications for several open Summer 2021 internship positions. All internships listed below will qualify for CCJS internship credit. Applications are due Friday, July 15th.

For more information and to apply, log into to Careers4Terps and search for each position by either the job title or the job ID. Questions can be directed to the FJC Program Manager, Ngozi Obineme (mcfjcvip@gmail.c0m).

Client Services Intern | Careers4Terps #226078

Domestic Violence Prevention Programs Intern | Careers4Terps #226079 

Legal Services Intern | Careers4Terps #226080

Fall 2021 Amtrak Police Internship

 

Fall 2021 Amtrak Police Internship The Amtrak Police Department’s Mid-Atlantic South Patrol Division is seeking a qualified intern whose primary responsibilities will be to provide administrative project support to the 100+ members of this Division of the Amtrak Police Department. APD’s Internship is designed to provide students with an opportunity to integrate theory and practice. The internship is a paid position.  The intern may work up to 24 hours per week when classes are in session and 40 hours per week during holiday and summer breaks. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assists the Deputy Chief, Mid-Atlantic Division in providing research, technology and administrative projects of the Amtrak Police Department. Duties will include: Assistance with coordination of a wide-range of projects in support of the Mid-Atlantic patrol operation. Assisting with research, development, and implementation of projects on topics ranging from crime statistics/ analysis, enhanced information-sharing,  state-supported partner initiatives, Explorer and Cadet programs, Community/School Resource, tenant and vendor security awareness, stakeholder training creation, as well as general administrative duties. Presenting research results on a variety of administration functions using computer programs such as MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint. Organizing and maintaining files for the various projects and completing documentation when necessary. Assisting with creating and maintaining standard operating procedures, instructional materials, and presentations relative to patrol procedures. Performing other duties as required. For more information and to apply, visit the Fall 2021-Amtrak Police Intern posting.

Help Create a Life During Covid Exhibit at USG

 

For more information and to submit items to the exhibit, visit https://ter.ps/covidexhibit. Submissions due by July 31.

Apply for Fall 2021 USG Scholarships!

 

Apply for Fall 2021 USG Scholarships! Priority Deadline Wednesday, June 30th Get money from scholarships! All students enrolled in programs at USG in Fall 2021 are eligible. (Note: You must apply each semester.) Apply

Summer Fund for the Public Interest Campaign Job Opportunities

 Summer Fund for the Public Interest Campaign Job Opportunities

Want to spend your summer building skills that will help launch your career, working on urgent issues you care about like stopping plastic pollution and reducing bee-killing pesticides and while earning good money?

Find out more and apply on our website!

The Fund for the Public Interest is seeking hard-working individuals with a passion for social change to fill citizen outreach and Field Manager positions across the country this summer. We are hiring for full-time positions. As canvassing requires face-to-face interaction with the canvassing team and members of the public, getting vaccinated and following our safety protocols are essential functions of the job and are therefore required for all staff. 

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Mariah Mackenzie

Assistant Director

College Park Office
mmackenzie@fundstaff.org
(847) 687-7242

GIS Internship - Fall 2021

 GIS Internship - Fall 2021

2021 Academic Internship – Campus GIS Technician

Facilities Management - University of Maryland, College Park

Facilities Management is seeking undergraduate students to participate in the Campus Enterprise GIS initiative at UMD. Selected students will receive on-the-job training, gain valuable practical experience, and participate in cutting-edge applications of GIS for institutional management and service to the campus community.

Job Responsibilities:

Under direction of Facilities Management GIS staff, students:

• Perform data entry, maintenance, and accuracy assessment in the production of GIS data related to the University of Maryland campus.
• Produce maps, diagrams, inventory catalogs, and reports documenting GIS data.
• Research and apply new developments in GIS technology and assist in GIS application development tasks.
• Provide assistance with field surveying and data collection.
• Assist campus data managers with additional aspects of project management and data development.

Specific examples of assigned work may include:

• Conducting data entry and creating, updating, or expanding campus GIS datasets.
• Preparing data layers and geodatabases for use with standardized symbology and data model templates.
• Adding data layers to web applications, including the public Campus Webmap.
• Developing transportation and campus utility network datasets.
• Developing 3-dimensional and interior space campus datasets and scenes.
• Updating feature class metadata and documenting project workflows.

Eligibility, Rewarded Academic Credit, and Internship Documentation:

Throughout the internship period, internship participants must be enrolled at the University of Maryland, in good academic standing, and have successfully completed GEOG373 (or comparable coursework and/or training). Students participating in this internship must sign up for an internship-for-credit or independent study course depending on arrangements between the student and the department awarding academic credit; academic credit earned is defined by the academic department’s course criteria. All students are required to submit, to Facilities Management, any final projects documenting their activities as assigned by the course awarding credit.

Hours of Work and General Working Conditions:

Weekly internship hours are based around the student’s academic commitments and internship course requirements. A typical work week includes 12 hours per week in the office, for a total minimum of 140 hours by the end of the internship period (generally required to receive 3 credits). Work is generally performed in an office environment but field work on campus may also be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of GEOG373 is required and completion of other upper-level technical GIS courses (Python for GIS, Spatial Analysis, Computer Cartography, and Mobile/Web GIS) is highly desired.
• Proficiency with Esri ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap, ArcCatalog) and/or ArcGIS Pro and Microsoft Office is required.
• Graphic design, web development, and programming/scripting experience is also desired.

To apply: Please submit the form at https://go.umd.edu/campus-gis-internship-application. The application period for the Fall 2021 semester will close at midnight on Friday, August 20th, 2021. Please send questions to gis-internship@umd.edu.

Foreign Service Fellowships - Pickering/Rangel/Payne

Foreign Service Fellowships - Pickering/Rangel/Payne Are you interested in joining the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State or the USAID Foreign Service? Do you want to make a positive change in the world?   The Pickering and Rangel Graduate Fellowships provide financial support through two years of graduate study, internships, mentoring, and professional development activities leading to an appointment in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State.     The Payne International Development Fellowship provides similar support through two years leading to an appointment with the USAID Foreign Service.  IMPORTANT: The Pickering, Rangel, and Payne programs seek applications from students and recent graduates who are US citizens with financial need, especially those who are members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service. Learn more by registering for a foreign service fellowships webinar: Monday, June 14, 4:00 - 4:45 pm Tuesday, June 29, 4:00 - 4:45 pm Wednesday, June 30, 12:00 - 12:45 pm If you are not able to attend one of the webinars, please fill out this brief interest survey.   Service Requirement: Recipients of all three programs are obligated to complete a minimum five-year term of service as a Foreign Service officer.   Eligibility requirements for all programs: Applicants must be seeking admission to enter graduate school in the fall of 2022 for a two-year program at a U.S. university in an area of relevance to the Foreign Service. This now includes management. Technical fields are accepted for the Payne Fellowship program.  Applicants may be in their senior year of their undergraduate studies, graduating by June 2022, or they can be college graduates. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale at the time of application. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. DEADLINES: TBD, but as early as mid-September We look forward to hearing from you!

Program Officer, Emergency Response Position with Project HOPE for May or Recent Grad

 Program Officer, Emergency Response Position with Project HOPE for May or Recent Grad

 Project HOPE is an international NGO of more than 800 engaged employees and hundreds of volunteers who work in more than 25 countries, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients and provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world. We have helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.

Code of Conduct

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment.  Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability and transparency.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Project HOPE is seeking an Emergency Response Program Officer. The primary responsibility of the ER Program Officer is the support liaison for assigned programs, managing all information and advocating for the needs of the program within the organization and coordinating communications between all departments, including Compliance, Business Development, Global Health, Logistics, Legal, Human Resource and Communication & Development. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation. The tasks listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Program Support

• Lead data management and support data entry from ER programs
• Day-to-day Headquarters liaison for assigned ER programs advocating for the needs of the program within the organization and coordinate communications between all departments, including compliance, programming, logistics, legal, security, human resource and communication
• Day to day coordination of proposals, donor reporting process for assigned countries. Monitoring grant performance and overall assigned country portfolio and flag any issue to the Program Manager
• In close coordination with the Program Manager, review existing monitoring and evaluation systems and develop new systems that will ensure quality program implementation and reporting
• Monitor the progress of each project and assist with the identification of issues which may affect the quality of program performance and consequent program adjustments
• Respond to donor inquiries regarding program activities
• Coordinate the production of various grant program-related documents upon request by senior management
• Support development of internal trainings at HQ and country offices
• Support management of ER Roster with human resources department
• Provide continuity for ongoing internal capacity building ER programs
• Support dissemination of program specific information with relevant departments. Support with any program specific reporting requirements from other departments and vice versa. 
• Potential to deploy to the field to assist in startup, staff coverage, and close out
• Ensures that donors and internal reporting is submitted on time and in fulfilment of contractual obligations for the countries covered
• External representation as required with donors
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and levels of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. 

Representation

• Attend coordination meetings on behalf of the organization, gather and share information, develop and nurture contacts within the donor community, government and other NGOs as appropriate
• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actor

Working Relationships

• Maintain frequent communication with Team Leads and Director to ensure program activities and objectives are communicated

 

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:

• Bachelors degree  in related subject: International Affairs, Public Health, etc
• Project management certification a plus

 

Experience:

• At least 1-2 years of field- based work experience or 2-3 years’ HQ experience supporting relief and development projects in the field

• Experience in proposals development and donor reporting with major donors (BHA, USAID, PRM, GAC and EU donors) 

Experience in effectively communicating and collaborating with international and headquarters staff, and the ability to deal with a broad spectrum of people

 

 Competences  

• Attention to detail and strong informational writing skills
• Knowledge of Project cycle  management 
• Knowledge of Logical Framework project planning and design 
• Proposal development and donor report skills
• Knowledge of major donors rules and regulations
• Report writing
• Good research skills
• Ability to read,  analyze,  and  interpret  and apply donor  regulations  and requirements 
• Strong analytical skills to determine overall grant performance 
• Excellent writing skills, excellent cross-cultural communication

Languages:

• Fluent in written and spoken English

• Proficiency in Spanish, Arabic,  French (or other relevant language to the portfolio) a plus

Apply on the Project Hope jobs page.

Free Graduate School Information Sessions for UMD Undergraduates

 Free Graduate School Information Sessions for UMD Undergraduates

The Office of Graduate Diversity and Inclusion (#OGDI) is excited to host three virtual Graduate School Information Sessions free and open to all UMD undergraduate students facilitated by OGDI Director, Christopher Pérez.  

Please attend all three sessions or the one most convenient for you. Register by Monday, July 5th. Click on the session to register: 

• Session 1 -- Tuesday, July 6 from 9:00-10:30am EST
• Session 2 -- Wednesday, July 7 from 1:00-2:30pm EST
• Session 3 -- Thursday, July 8 from 9:00-10:30am EST

Gaithersburg Police Department is Hiring!

 

COVID-19 Vaccine Safety Webinar this Friday, 6/11

The widespread distribution of COVID-19 vaccines makes it possible to end the pandemic which has impacted our lives over the last 15 months. Last month, the University System of Maryland released a statement requiring all faculty, staff and students to be vaccinated before the fall return to campus. And while many who are affiliated with the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) have already received at least one vaccination, others may still have questions about the vaccines.

In an effort to support informed decision-making, USG invites you this Friday, June 11th at noon, to participate in a robust discussion with a panel of trusted voices in public health on COVID-19 vaccine efficacy and safety (flyer below). Hear from the experts about how the vaccines were tested, how they became available, their safety record and rumors that are circulating about COVID-19 vaccines.

For more details, and to submit anonymous questions in advance of the event, visit shadygrove.umd.edu/vaxwebinar.

Are You Asian or Latinx? Chance to Win a Raffle if You Participate in a Study

 Are You Asian or Latinx? Chance to Win a Raffle if You Participate in a Study

Our names are Dyuti Ganesh and Rebecca Foss and we are graduate psychology students at the University of Maryland working in collaboration with Dr. Derek Iwamoto. Our research team is inviting you to participate in a study*!

If you are between the ages of 18-29, self-identify as Asian-American or Latino/x, currently reside in the U.S., and are proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English, you are invited to participate in a 25 -30 minute online survey.

Eligible participants can enter into a raffle to win either one $100.00 gift card or one of two $50.00 gift cards! Three winners will be chosen in all!

To participate please click the link below:

https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_3t1DOOoC5nmMd9P

Please feel free to distribute this survey to anyone who might be interested and eligible. You can also share the link on social media pages and through your personal Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn accounts.

If you belong to a club or organization with members who might be interested and need distribution materials, please email us. 

At the end of the survey, you will be prompted to follow an external link to enter the raffle. 

Good luck and we appreciate your participation! 

*This study has received IRB approval. Participation is completely voluntary and your decision regarding participation will not in any way affect your employment status or academic standing. You are free to skip any questions that you prefer not to answer. If you have any questions related to this research study please contact the study’s principal investigators, Dyuti Ganesh at dganesh@terpmail.umd.edu or Rebecca Foss at rwfoss@terpmail.umd.edu.