Legal Assistant (Direct Hire)

$53,947 - $74,874/Yr

Us Social Security Administration - Pennsauken Township, NJ

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Pennsauken Township, NJ

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Legal Assistant position at the U.S. Social Security Administration involves providing support in reviewing and processing legal and medical documentation, communicating with individuals regarding claims, and interpreting laws and regulations. This role is a full-time opportunity with a salary range of $53,947 to $74,874, and it offers a career ladder for advancement based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Review and process a variety of legal and/or medical documentation, records, and evidence in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Communicate with a wide variety of individuals to provide advice and guidance about medical or legal claims, hearings process, insurance claims, or other related programs.
• Interpret complex laws, rules, or regulations and written guidelines, explaining the provisions to others.
• Use a computer to prepare correspondence and experience using word processing software (i.e., Word, Access, Excel) for data input, queries, reports, or case tracking.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Selective Service Registration, if applicable.
• Fingerprinting and background and/or security investigation may be required.
• One (1) year of full-time specialized experience equivalent to the GS-6 level in the Federal Service.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a legal or medical environment.
• Familiarity with federal regulations and procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make a federal career rewarding.