Amend_3_Attachment_5__Labor_Category_Descriptions.pdf

Asset Forfeiture Support Services Solicitation No. 15JPSS18R00000030 Attachment 5- Labor Category Descriptions

Labor Category Descriptions

The following labor categories will be ordered to meet the requirements contained in the Statement of Work. The labor categories are described by qualification and if applicable reference to Department of Labor (DOL) categories, listed in the Service Contract Act, Directory of Occupations, Edition 5. There are also specific services identified for each labor category, however, all requirements for services will be stated on the contract or placed on each order. The labor categories listed below include the descriptions, minimum qualifications, and specific services that have been performed by each labor category. The qualifications set forth under the labor category position descriptions are not intended to be requirements but to provide information relative to previous performance and industry standards. The Government encourages the Contractor to propose the best personnel to perform the required services taking this information into consideration. The Contractor shall utilize the labor categories listed below to provide qualified personnel to meet the services required in the Statement of Work and the Work Center Descriptions. The labor category descriptions are not intended to be all inclusive position descriptions for any human resource purposes. The Contractor shall update experience, responsibilities required to perform specific services and desired qualifications for available positions based on orders placed by each requiring office.

A. Clerical I:

1. Ability to file records including letters, memos, and reports;

2. Ability to retrieve records including letters, memos, and reports;

3. Ability to sort mail for office and individuals;

4. Ability to prepare mail including stuffing envelopes, affixing postage, and packing bulky items;

5. Ability to answer telephone including routing calls, taking messages, and providing information;

6. Ability to operate office equipment including copiers and shredders;

7. Ability to type routine forms;

8. Ability to pay attention to detail;

9. Ability to read and follow directions;

10. Oral communication skills necessary to provide services; and

11. Obtainment of high school diploma or GED.

B. Clerical II –

1. Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including personal computers, photocopiers, telephone systems, and fax machines;

2. Ability to type 30 words per minute; and

3. Ability to edit and reformat written and electronic drafts using WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, and other word processing software.

C. Data Analyst –

1. High school diploma is recommended, undergraduate degree is preferred;

2. Ability to review and analyze data and information from multiple sources;

3. Ability to establish case and project files;

4. Ability to enter and retrieve data from data bases;

5. Ability to prepare and format management reports;

6. Ability to manipulate, transfer, compute, and print information;

7. Ability to create and manipulate spreadsheets;

8. Ability to prepare and correct reports and correspondence using word processing software; and

9. Ability to provide organization and management of case files.

D. Records Examiner/Analyst - Meet the Data Analyst qualifications and possess the following:

1. Ability to demonstrate supervisory experience

2. Ability to demonstrate experience in workload management;

3. Ability to demonstrate experience with validation and verification of case files and case data system;

4. Ability to demonstrate oral and written communications skills necessary to complete services;

5. Ability to pay attention to detail;

6. Ability to read and follow directions;

7. An undergraduate degree; and

8. One year of experience in asset forfeiture or a field related to law enforcement

E. Supervisory Records Examiner/Analyst –

1. Three years of experience related to the services being performed including one year of experience in asset forfeiture or a field related to law enforcement;

2. An undergraduate degree;

3. Ability to demonstrate supervisory experience;

4. Ability to demonstrate applied knowledge of legal system, legal research procedures, and sources of information;

5. Ability to demonstrate superior written and oral communications skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, peers, supervisors, and customers;

6. Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge of automated research tools;

7. Ability to demonstrate applied knowledge and experience with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, database, spreadsheet, and telecommunications;

8. Ability to deliver consistently the highest quality work under extreme pressure;

9. Ability to troubleshoot issues and perform quality control spot-checks;

10. Ability to perform complex technical and factual research;

11. Ability to establish clear goals and objectives, meet deadlines, and ensure work quality and quantity; and

12. Ability to communicate with ACOR, QAE, attorneys, special agents, and other

Government staff.

F. Driver Messenger - These services are performed by a Data Analyst when ordered.

Services shall be performed by individuals that meet the Data Analyst qualifications and possess the following:

1. Ability to operate Government vehicles and Contractor vehicles in performance of contract requirements as well as seized conveyances in the custody of the Government;

2. A valid driver’s license and have a safe driving record.

G. Cashier – These services are performed by a Data Analyst when ordered. Services shall be performed by individuals that meet the Data Analyst qualifications and possess the following:

1. Suitable personal financial record; and

2. Ability to travel to locations local to the regular performance area.

H. Legal Clerk - Four-year undergraduate degree and possess one year of experience in a field related to law enforcement. Performance of services requires a demonstrated ability to analyze documents to extract information. Individual must have a superior ability to pay attention to detail and the ability to read and follow directions. Oral and written communications skills must be sufficient to complete services.

I. Paralegal/Legal Assistant II –

1. Possession of a paralegal certificate, or at least two years of paralegal experience, with trial experience and automated litigation support experience preferred;

2. Possession of basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of the standard legal citation system sufficient to perform basic legal research;

3. Ability to demonstrate superior written and oral communication skills as well as thorough knowledge of legal research tools;

4. Hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, database, spreadsheet, and telecommunications;

5. Ability to deliver high quality work products in a work environment with extreme pressure;

6. Ability to assist attorney as well as provide Legal Clerk review.

7. Ability to perform duties as stated in the following excerpt from the Service Contract Act

Directory of Occupations, Classification code 30362 Paralegal/Legal Assistant II, with Classification code 30361 providing foundational duties as follows:

a) Review case materials to become familiar with questions under consideration;

b) Search for and summarize relevant articles in trade magazines, law reviews, published studies, financial reports, and similar materials for use by attorneys in the preparation of opinions, briefs, and other legal documents;

c) Prepare digest of selected decisions or opinions which incorporate legal references and analyses of precedents involved in areas of well-defined and settled points of law;

d) Interview potential witness and prepare summary interview reports for the attorney’s review;

e) Participate in pre-trial witness conferences, note possible deficiencies in case materials (e.g., missing documents, conflicting statements) and additional issues or other questionable matters, and request further investigation by other agency personnel to correct possible deficiencies or personally conduct limited investigations at the pre-trial stage;

f) Prepare and organize trial exhibits, as required, such as statistical charts and photographic exhibits;

g) Verify citations and legal references on prepared legal documents;

h) Prepare summaries of testimony and depositions;

i) Draft and edit non-legal memoranda; and

j) Research reports and correspondence relating to cases.

J. Paralegal/Legal Assistant III -

1. Possession of a paralegal certificate and one year of paralegal experience or a minimum of three years of paralegal experience, trial experience and knowledge of forfeiture laws, policies, and procedures are preferred;

2. Possession of at least one year of automated litigation support experience with knowledge of the capabilities and use of automated resources and technology for the development, presentation, and prosecution of federal cases;

3. Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methods of legal research and analysis sufficient to perform assigned case development and documentation assignments which are typically covered by established precedents;

4. Excellent written and oral communication skills, analytic ability, and thorough knowledge of legal research tools; and

5. Hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing databases, spreadsheets, and telecommunications equipment.

6. Specific Tasks that maybe ordered include:

a) All services performed by the Legal Clerk and Paralegal/Legal Assistant II;

b) Perform basic legal research in support of forfeiture work, including research of case law and slip opinions;

c) Utilize a variety of automated legal research tools as well as public information databases and other automated resources to research case or program-specific legal matters and to participate in assigned areas of criminal or civil proceeding (e.g., electronic discovery);

d) Receive, examine, and evaluate new and complex cases referred for judicial forfeiture proceeding by the seizing agencies with reference to facts of the case and agency standards for case litigation worthiness, appropriate titles of law, and pertinent case law;

e) Review investigative reports for probable cause for forfeiture, determine the need for additional information and evidence, and plan a comprehensive approach to obtain this information and evidence;

f) Advise the forfeiture attorney regarding the merits of the potential forfeiture and the probabilities of success of the forfeiture in light of the strengths and weaknesses of probable cause and potential defenses;

g) Assist the forfeiture attorney in persuading claimants and their attorneys of the correctness of the agency’s legal position and the appropriateness of the agency’s proposed settlement;

h) Prepare appropriate documents for settlement or other appropriate disposition; and, as required, all necessary pleadings for the court in order to attain the issuance of default decrees of forfeiture;

i) Assist forfeiture attorney in pretrial preparations by preparing, reviewing, and organizing discovery; notifying, interviewing, preparing summaries of, and managing witnesses; and researching case law;

j) Interview federal agents and other local law enforcement officers concerning the probable cause for forfeiture and the availability of evidence and witnesses;

k) Prepare legal pleading necessary to commence judicial forfeiture proceeding and subsequent motions, papers, and proposed orders to accomplish forfeiture, settlement or dismissal;

l) Assist in preparing for court proceeding by compiling, organizing, and indexing various evidentiary exhibits;

m) Receive transcripts of depositions and prepare summaries to assist attorneys;

n) Use CATS database to extrapolate data for reports, charts, graphs, and trial exhibits; and

o) Provide training to other contractor paralegals as needed.

K. Paralegal/Legal Assistant IV –

1. Possess a four year bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, or a four-year BS/BA degree in another field plus a paralegal certificate, or a paralegal certificate plus two years of paralegal experience; or at least four years of paralegal experience; trial experience is preferred;

2. Knowledge of forfeiture laws, policies, and procedures is preferred;

3. Knowledge of the capabilities and use of automated resources and technology for the development, presentation, and prosecution of federal cases with at least one year of automated litigation support experience;

4. Specific tasks that maybe ordered include:

a) Perform services required of the Paralegal/Legal Assistance III;

b) Perform specialized legal research in support of forfeiture work, including research of legislative intent, controversial judicial precedents, case law, law review article, and slip opinions;

c) Utilize a variety of automated legal research tools, public information databases, and other automated resources to research case or program-specific legal matters, and to participate in assigned areas of criminal or civil proceedings (e.g. electronic discovery);

d) Receive, examine, and evaluate new and complex cases referred for judicial forfeiture proceedings by the seizing agencies with reference to the fact of the case and agency standards for case litigation worthiness, appropriate statutes, and pertinent case law;

e) Review investigative reports for probable cause for forfeiture, determine the need for additional information and evidence, and plan a comprehensive approach to obtain this information and evidence;

f) Advise the forfeiture attorney regarding the merits of the potential forfeiture and the probabilities of success of the forfeiture in light of the strengths and weaknesses of probable cause and potential defenses;

g) Assist the forfeiture attorney in persuading claimants and claimants’ attorneys of the correctness of the agency’s legal position and the appropriateness of the agency’s proposed settlement;

h) Prepare appropriate documents for settlement or other appropriate disposition;

and if settlements cannot be agreed upon, prepare all necessary pleading for the court in order to attain the issuance of default decrees of forfeiture;

i) Assist forfeiture attorney in preparing presentations for court proceedings by compiling, organizing, and indexing various evidentiary exhibits;

j) Assist the forfeiture attorney in pretrial preparations by preparing, reviewing, and organizing discovery; notifying, interviewing, preparing summaries of, and managing witnesses; and researching case law;

k) Interview federal agents and other local law enforcement officers concerning the probable cause for forfeiture and the availability of evidence and witnesses;

l) Prepare legal pleading necessary to commence judicial forfeiture proceeding and subsequent motions, papers, and proposed orders to accomplish forfeiture, settlement or dismissal; and prepare drafts of legal memoranda or briefs for the forfeiture attorney

m) Receive transcripts of depositions and prepare summaries to assist attorneys;

n) May be required to supervise other contract employees; and

o) Provide training to other contractor paralegals as required.

L. Supervisory Paralegal –

1. Possess a four year bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, or a four-year BS/BA degree in another field plus a paralegal certificate, or a paralegal certificate plus two years of paralegal experience, or at least four years of paralegal experience; trial experience is preferred;

2. Possess at least one-year experience in asset forfeiture support, supervisory experience preferred;

3. Sound working knowledge of legal system, legal research procedures, and sources of information;

4. Excellent written and oral communication skills, analytic ability, and thorough knowledge of legal research tools;

5. Hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, database, spreadsheet, and telecommunications;

6. Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure; Ability to assisting the attorney and providing review of the Legal Clerk

7. Specific tasks that maybe ordered include:

a) Direct and supervise the work of paralegal and other contractor staff, particularly on major paralegal support efforts, such as large, legal research projects, or major in-courtroom support;

b) Monitor work and report on progress (e.g., responsible for ensuring that work meets contract and attorney requirements and is delivered on-time);

c) Troubleshoot and perform quality control spot-checks. Must be able to formulate administrative and technical procedures for accomplishing the work;

d) Report to Project Director or Operations Supervisor; may also have significant contact with ACOR, QAE, trial attorneys and staff, client agency staff, and opposing counsel;

e) Perform complex legal, factual research;

f) Design and develop systems and procedures for tracking, controlling, and managing case files, exhibits, and other case-specific materials;

g) Assist trial staff in coordination with expert witnesses;

h) Arrange for access to appropriate DOJ libraries and other legal research facilities; and

i) Coordinate with other Contractor support components in order to accomplish work.

M. Law Clerk –

1. Law degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study;

2. Demonstrated ability to utilize law library resources and working knowledge of research tools;

3. Demonstrated excellent legal writing skills as well as excellent written and oral communication skills;

4. Demonstrate proficiency in using word processing software such as Microsoft Word

5. Specific tasks that maybe ordered include:

a) Providing assistance to the attorney;

b) Provide review of the Legal Clerk and Paralegal/Legal Assistant II, III, and

IV;

c) Perform complex legal research

d) Prepare draft legal documents (e.g., motions, briefs, memoranda of law)

e) Screen documents for privilege; and

f) Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation under Contractor directions

N. Senior Law Clerk -

1. Possess a Law Degree;

2. Bar Certified;

3. At least 2 years post-JD experience;

4. Demonstrated ability to utilize law library resources and working knowledge of research tools;

5. Demonstrated outstanding legal writing skills as well as written and oral communication skills;

6. Proficiency in using Corel Word Perfect, Microsoft Word, Lexis-Nexis, and Westlaw;

and

7. Specific tasks that maybe ordered include:

a) Providing assistance to the attorney and review of work products of the Legal

Clerk, Law Clerk, and Paralegal/Legal Assistant II, III, and IV;

b) Perform expert legal research and writing on extremely sophisticated issues;

c) Review investigative reports from various executive agencies, prepare summaries of those reports, and identify matters requiring close Department review;

d) Conduct high-level analysis of facts, evidence, and legal authorities in connection with domestic and international investigations

e) Prepare persuasive legal memoranda, motions, and briefs which synthesize facts, evidence, and legal authorities ;

f) Draft reports, develop training curricula, and prepare responses to Congressional and citizen correspondence

g) Assist in the policy area, analyzing and drafting comments on legislative proposals

h) Prepare correspondence for signature of government officials on a variety of complex issues

i) Coordinate with other contractor support components in order to accomplish work;

j) Perform expert legal research and writing on extremely sophisticated issues

O. Seized Property Technician – Three years of experience in the performance of supply technician or inventory management duties or three years of asset forfeiture experience.

Examples of types of experience include (1) limited aspects of technical supply management and (2) inventory management of decentralized and decontrolled items.

Specific tasks that maybe ordered include general property custodial assistance to Government authorities as follows:

1. Receipt of property,

2. Order appraisal,

3. Disposal of property,

4. Maintaining inventory,

5. Conduct inventories,

6. Storage of property,

7. Monitoring of contract storage,

8. Maintaining financial records; and

9. Prepare/arrange auctions.

P. Procurement Technician – One year of demonstrated experience in performance of the procurement-related services required by this contract. Specific tasks that maybe ordered include procurement assistance to Government procurement officials as follows:

1. Developing statements of work;

2. Developing technical requirements;

3. Providing contract administration including quality assurance; and

4. Processing invoices.

Q. File Room Supervisor – One year of supervisory experience and at least two years of demonstrated experience in file room operations. Specific tasks that maybe ordered include:

1. Supervision of file room employees

2. Establishment of new files

3. Maintenance of current files

4. Implementation of a file accountability system

5. Development of disposal procedures; and

6. Classification and indexing of file material including correspondence, reports, technical documents in an established filing system containing a number of varied subject matter files; and

7. Maintenance of records of various types in conjunction with the files.

R. Training Technician – Three (3) years of demonstrated ability in coordinating and managing training programs. Specific tasks that maybe ordered to develop, implement, and conduct training are as follows:

1. Coordinate with AFP stakeholders to develop initial and follow-on curricula for contractor and Government personnel;

2. Participate in working groups (such as the CATS Working Group) as needed to ensure training appropriately addresses the necessary subject matter;

3. Develop training material, organize schedules, provide logistical support for training, conduct training, and maintain training records

4. Publish periodic training and information advisories as requested and apprise AFP participants of relevant procedural and programmatic updates; and

5. Update training to ensure policy, regulatory, legal, and system changes are incorporated in the training curricula

S. Senior Pre-Seizure Specialist –

1. An undergraduate degree or a paralegal certificate or eight years of experience as a paralegal or other law enforcement experience

2. Supervisory experience is desirable; and

3. Demonstrated experience in performing research using a variety of automated tools and software and proficiency in using spreadsheet and word processing software

4. Senior Pre-Seizure Specialist may only be ordered using non-asset forfeiture funds and must have the COR’s approval prior to being placed on an order. Services shall be provided to assist a Special Agent with pre-seizure investigative support related to on-going major criminal investigations. Specific services that maybe performed include:

a) Performance of complex technical and factual case-related research by reviewing and analyzing questions at issue, preparing summaries and digests of pertinent data, compiling indexes, preparing trial material, and summarizing deposition or other transcripts;

b) Performance of certain liaison functions between the investigator and the attorney designated to prosecute the case;

c) Monitoring and analyzing the status of the assigned cases to determine whether current or proposed actions are sound;

d) Directing the work of other contract staff in order to achieve the goal of the investigation, to assure that the work meets contract and Government requirements, and to assure on-time delivery; and

e) Formulation of administrative and technical procedures for accomplishing the tasks assigned.

T. Accounting Clerk III – High school diploma recommended, an undergraduate degree is preferable. Specific tasks that maybe ordered include:

1. Maintaining journals or subsidiary ledgers of an accounting system and balances and reconciles accounts;

2. Reviewing invoices and statements verifying information; ensuring sufficient funds have been obligated; and, if questionable, resolving with the submitting unit and determining accounts involved. The review will include coding transactions, and processing material through data processing for application in the accounting system;

3. Analysis and reconciliation of computer printouts with operating unit reports (contacting units, researching causes of discrepancies, and taking action to ensure that accounts balance). Supervisor provides suggestions for handling unusual or non-recurring transactions. Conformance with requirements and technical soundness of completed work are reviewed by the supervisor, or are controlled by mechanisms built into the accounting processes;

U. Litigation Financial Analyst –

1. Four-year undergraduate degree in accounting or finance; CPA certification is preferred;

2. Three years of accounting, finance or other related experience;

3. Proficiency in using a spreadsheet and word processing software;

4. Ability to deliver high quality work under extreme pressure consistently; and

5. Background investigation;

6. Specific services that maybe ordered include:

a) Assist prosecutors with reviewing and analyzing financial records obtained during investigations to determine the source and flow of funds, the nature and volume of transactions conducted, and the interplay among related accounts;

b) Trace criminal proceeds, identify forfeitable assets and funds, and develop legal theories for forfeiture;

c) Assist prosecutors with the financial component of their preparation for hearings, court proceedings, and depositions; and

d) Prepare exhibits, graphs, charts, and summaries to assist prosecutors in the effective presentation of financial evidence in hearings, court proceedings, and depositions.

V. Forfeiture Financial Specialist –

1. Ten years of direct experience related to accounting, finance or asset management (5 years of direct Asset Forfeiture experience is highly preferred;

2. Experience in Government accounting systems and proficiency in using spreadsheet and word processing software;

3. Demonstrated ability to: (a) prioritize and complete multiple complex projects under tight deadlines; (b) work with minimal supervision; and (c) consistently deliver the highest level of quality work;

4. Four-year undergraduate degree or 4 years additional experience;

5. Asset forfeiture experience preferred

6. Specific tasks that maybe ordered include:

a) Monitor and analyze the financial operations of assigned districts/offices;

b) Assist districts/offices by providing: (1) guidance relative to complex financial assets;

(2) support for preparation of annual Assets Forfeiture Fund audit samples; and (3) other support as required;

c) Identify potential issues, perform technical and factual research, and recommend alternative solutions;

d) Provide support in conducting pre-seizure analysis. This includes net equity analysis, developing exit strategy, and preparation of recommendation to Investigative Analysts (IAs) and the U.S. Attorney’s Office (USAO);

e) Submit monthly reports to headquarters documenting the financial status of districts/offices; and

f) Provide support by monitoring financial reports of businesses managed under seizure or forfeiture actions.

W. Senior Forfeiture Financial Specialist –

1. Four-year undergraduate diploma in accounting, finance or related field;

2. One or more related professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Government Financial Manager, etc

3. Ten years of direct experience related to accounting auditing, finance or budget administration

4. Experience in Government accounting systems and proficiency in using spreadsheet and word processing software; and

5. Demonstrated ability to: (a) prioritize and complete multiple complex projects under tight deadlines; (b) work with minimal supervision; and (c) consistently deliver the high level of quality work.

6. Specific service that maybe required include the following:

a) Support nationwide financial initiatives that affect district/office Asset Forfeiture financial operations such as audit readiness and A-123;

b) Monitor and analyze the financial operations of assigned districts;

c) Assist districts by providing: (1) guidance relative to complex financial assets; and (2) support for preparation of annual Asset Forfeiture Fund audit samples;

d) Formulate administrative and technical procedures for accomplishing tasks;

e) Perform complex technical and factual research relative to seized financial and business assets;

f) Submit monthly reports to headquarters documenting the financial status of districts/offices within assigned region;

g) Provide support in conducting pre-seizure analysis. This includes net equity analysis, developing exit strategy, preparation of recommendation to Investigative Analysts (IAs) and U.S. Attorney’s Office (USAO), etc.;

h) Monitor financial reports submitted by businesses subject to restraining orders/protective orders; and

i) Provide forensic audit and other financial services relative to seized and forfeited businesses.

X. Supervisory Forfeiture Financial Specialist –

1. Four-year undergraduate diploma;

2. Ten years of direct experience related to accounting, finance or asset management (5 years of direct asset forfeiture experience is highly preferred);

3. Supervisory experience;

4. Experience in Government accounting systems and proficiency in using spreadsheet and word processing software;

5. Demonstrated ability to: (a) prioritize and complete multiple complex projects under tight deadlines; (b) work with minimal supervision; and (c) consistently deliver the highest level of quality work; and

6. Asset Forfeiture work experience is preferred

7. Specific services that maybe ordered include the following-

a) Direct and supervise the work of Forfeiture Financial Specialists (FFS) as well as monitor work and reports on progress;

b) Perform certain liaison functions with headquarters and Finance regarding nationwide financial issues that affect district/office Asset Forfeiture financial operations;

c) Monitor and analyze the financial operations of assigned districts/offices

d) Ensure that work meets contract and Government requirement with on-time delivery;

e) Formulate administrative and technical procedures for accomplishing the tasks;

f) Perform complex technical and factual research; provide sound recommendations to headquarters management;

g) Provide advice and assistance with the development and implementation of the financial training curriculum

h) Work with headquarters and district management to formalize relationships and integrate FFS staff and functions into the districts/offices

Y. Junior Technical Writer –

1. Undergraduate degree in English, journalism, communications or related field is preferred

2. Previous experience in researching, writing, editing, proofreading or performing word processing of written materials is recommended; and

3. Knowledge of desktop publishing or graphics programs is preferred, but not required

4. Specific services that maybe ordered include the following-

a) Perform as Technical Writer’s Staff Assistant on all project assignments;

b) Receive specific task and proactive supervision and guidance from Technical Writer on all project assignments;

c) Conduct research and prepare initial drafts of assigned portions of material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures as well as the installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment;

d) Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to become familiar with operating procedures and details;

e) Participate in interviews with production and engineering personnel;

f) Read journals, reports, and other materials to become familiar with product technologies and production methods;

g) Review manufacturer’s and trade catalogs, drawings, and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment;

h) Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product samples to become familiar with technology, operating procedures, and production sequence, and details;

i) Organize research materials and assist the Technical Writer with writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology;

j) Review published materials and use own judgment to draft revisions or changes in scope, format content, and methods of reproduction and binding;

k) Maintain records and files of technical writing and revisions;

l) May be tasked to select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material;

m) May assist in laying out material for publication and work with production staff to complete projects;

n) May conduct word-processing and duplication of material, as required;

o) May draft speeches, articles and public or employee relations= releases for supervisor review;

Z. Technical Writer –

1. Undergraduate degree in English, journalism, communications or related field is required

2. A minimum of 1.5 years of experience editing or proofreading written materials is recommended and

3. Knowledge of desktop publishing or graphics programs is preferred

4. Specific services that maybe ordered include:

a) Develop, write, and edit materials for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures as well as installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment;

b) Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail;

c) Interview production and engineering personnel and read journals, reports, and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods;

d) Review manufacturer’s and trade catalogs, drawing, and other data relative to the operation, maintenance, and service of equipment;

e) Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product sequence, and detail;

f) Organize material for conciseness, style, and terminology;

g) Review previously published materials and recommend revisions or changes in scope, format content, and methods of reproduction and binding;

h) Maintain records and files of work and revisions;

i) Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate duplication and distribution of material;

j) Write speeches, articles, and public or employee relations releases;

k) Edit, standardize or make changes to material prepared by other writers or plant personnel

l) Specialize in writing material regarding work methods and procedures;

m) Type or scan articles and prepare documents to be posted on the internet;

n) Distribute publications to appropriate law enforcement offices in the field; and

o) Carry print jobs to printing and budget offices.

AA. Junior Financial Analyst – Four-year undergraduate degree in business administration or a related field. Performance of services requires proficiency in using spreadsheet and word processing software and general knowledge of financial statements. Specific services that maybe ordered include:

1. Provide quality control and reconcile computer databases containing financial and compliance records of participating law enforcement agencies using Microsoft Access, CATS, etc.;

2. Review accounting practices to ensure compliance with other Federal laws and regulations (e.g., Single Audit Act), generally accepted Government accounting practices, and relevant Office of Management and Budget (OMB) circulars;

3. Make recommendations for corrective actions for improper or illegal expenditures and accounting of funds;

4. Review and analyze annual financial statements to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, program policies, and procedures;

5. Prepare draft budget request for office operations; and

6. Evaluate logistics and operations of audit and certification program to maximize efficiencies and streamline program review.

BB. Financial Analyst – Four-year undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field. Performance requires experience with Government accounting systems and proficiency in using spreadsheet and word processing software.

Specific services that maybe ordered include:

1. Provide general financial management and budgetary support;

2. Perform seized and forfeited asset-related accounting functions;

3. Monitor and review reports on seized and forfeited asset-related accounts;

4. Review invoices and receipts related to seized and forfeited asset-related accounts;

5. Perform certain liaison functions with clients with respect to budget execution;

6. Review reprogramming requests of clients;

7. Provide program-specific analysis to support budget formulation, budget execution, and financial reporting processes; and

8. Work with program office to analyze data and trends and develops revenue and expense forecasts.

CC. Supervisory Financial Analyst –

1. A four-year undergraduate diploma in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field; a CPA certification is preferred

2. Three years of related experience;

3. Supervisory experience preferred

4. Experience in Government accounting systems and proficiency in using spreadsheet and word processing software; and

5. Ability to deliver the high quality work under extreme pressure consistently

6. Specific services that maybe ordered include:

a) Perform Accounting, Data Analyst, Records Examiner/Analyst, Financial Analyst tasks

b) Perform certain liaison functions with clients with respect to budget execution

c) Monitor and analyze the financial condition of assigned programs to determine whether current or proposed actions are fiscally sound

d) Direct and supervise the performance of contractor staff; monitor performance and report on progress;

e) Ensure that services meet contract and Government requirement with on-time delivery

f) Formulate administrative and technical procedures for accomplishing the tasks;

and

g) Perform complex technical and factual research

DD. Operations Supervisor –Operations Supervisors provide services in locations with two or more first-level supervisors and at least 20 FTE contract positions assigned to the office and manage execution of the contract for the office. A four-year undergraduate degree recommended. Performance of services requires ability to pay attention to detail ability to analyze documents to extract information. Individuals must have a superior ability to read and follow directions. One year of experience in a field related to law enforcement and at least three years of supervisory experience are also beneficial to performance of services.

Oral and written skills shall be sufficient to perform services. Other qualifications include:

1. Ability to supervise subordinate supervisors assigned to the office;

2. Ability to successfully execute the Contractor’s quality control program; and

3. Ability to recruit and hire all subordinate supervisors within office.

EE. Project Director – The Contractor’s Project Director provides services in locations with more than 50 contract employees and manages execution of the contract for the office. A four-year undergraduate degree recommended. Performance of services requires ability to pay attention to detail ability to analyze documents to extract information. Individuals must have a superior ability to read and follow directions. One year of experience in a field related to law enforcement and at least five years of supervisory experience are also beneficial to performance of services. Oral and written skills shall be sufficient to perform services. Other qualifications include:

1. Ability to supervise each subordinate office supervisor;

2. Ability to execute the Contractor’s quality control program;

3. Ability to recruit and hire all supervisors and office managers in coordination with the

Program Manager;

4. Ability to approve hiring of all personnel within area of responsibility;

5. Ability to execute the Contractor’s training program within assigned area of responsibility;

6. Ability to provide reports to the Contractor’s Program Manager

FF. Agency Manager – The Agency Manager manages the execution of the the Asset

Forfeiture Program Support Contract for a single customer agency throughout the United States. A four-year undergraduate degree recommended. Performance of services requires familiarity with analytical processes and legal assistance. Individuals must have experience directing multiple tasks/projects at multiple locations as well as progressive experiences with management and office procedures. A minimum of two years of recent experience in and familiarity with analytical process and legal assistance and five years of supervisory experience are also beneficial to performance of services. Oral and written skills shall be sufficient to perform services. Other qualifications include a progressive demonstration of experience in the areas listed below:

1. Ability to supervise each subordinate supervisor

2. Ability to Oversee and/or perform all recruiting and hiring for customer agency within area of responsibility;

3. Ability to execute the Contractor’s training and quality control programs within area of responsibility;

4. Ability to recruit and hire all supervisors in coordination with the ACOR and

Contractor’s Program Manager; and

5. Approve hiring of all personnel within area of responsibility

GG. Regional Director – The Regional Director manages execution of the contract for for all offices and operating locations within the individual’s assigned area of responsibility.

Individuals performing these services supervise each subordinate Office Manager. A Master’s Degree or four-year undergraduate degree recommended. Performance of services requires familiarity with analytical processes, legal assistance and directing multiple projects and tasks at multiple locations. Individuals must have progressive experience with data base management and automated office procedures. A minimum of two years of recent experience in and familiarity with analytical process and legal assistance and eight years of supervisory experience are also beneficial to performance of services. Oral and written skills shall be sufficient to perform services. Other qualifications include a progressive demonstration of experience in the areas listed below:

1. Ability to supervise each subordinate Office Manager;

2. Ability to execute the Contractor's quality control program within assigned area of responsibility;

3. Ability to recruit and hire all Supervisors/Office Managers in coordination with the

Program Manager;

4. Ability to hire all personnel within area of responsibility;

5. Ability to execute the Contractor’s training program within assigned area of responsibility;

6. Ability to complete recruitment activities

HH. Program Manager – The Program Manager (PM) shall ensure that the Contractor meets all quality standards and performs contract services. The Program Manager shall be available to discuss all technical and administrative matters related to this contract.

The Program Manager shall be routinely available during the hours of operation stated in the SOW. An alternate Program Manager shall be appointed during any periods of absence.

Responsibilities include the management of all aspects of Contractor employee performance and delivery of all contract services required by the contract at an acceptable quality, cost, and time. The PM shall have full authority to act for the Contractor in all day-to-day matters relating to Contractor performance. For technical matters, the PM shall be the Contractor's initial point of contact for Government's Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Assistant CORs and field Quality Assurance Evaluators (QAEs) for any technical questions related to services performed– but may delegate certain responsibilities to other members of the Contractor Management Team. Individuals performing these services shall have the following qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree or equivalent experience as a Project Manager, with emphasis on oversight of multiple projects that emphasize analytical processes and legal assistance, training, and recruitment

2. A minimum of five years of experience as a Project Manager of similar projects is required. Management of similar projects under Federal Government sponsorship is preferred;

3. Ten Years of supervisory experience;

4. Ability to Supervise Regional Directors, Agency Managers, and Project Directors;

5. Ability to Implement the Contractor’s quality control program;

6. Ability to approve hiring of all supervisory level Contractor employees;

7. Ability to manage the Contractor’s training program