Job Listing: Attorney Advisor (General)
Duty Locations
1 vacancy - Washington, DCDefending America’s Freedom! This mission of serving and protecting our nation is carried out every day by the dedicated men and women of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Consider becoming part of a Department that offers rewarding opportunities to contribute to such a noble mission. We seek applicants from all backgrounds. Our careers call for individuals with creativity, initiative, decision-making ability, and expertise in areas of management, science, law enforcement, intelligence, security, engineering, budget, and information technology, to name a few.
Major Duties
This position is located in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The General Counsel, who is appointed by the President and with the advice and consent of the Senate, is the Department's chief legal officer and principal legal advisor to the Secretary of Homeland Security. The General Counsel has final authority and responsibility for legal policy determinations within the Department and its components. It is anticipated that the position will be filled by a highly experienced attorney at the GS-14 or GS-15 levels; however, extremely qualified attorneys at the GS-13 level are also encouraged to apply.The incumbent of this position will directly support the mission of the Chief Procurement Officer and DHS headquarters oversight of major procurements The Chief Procurement Officer is responsible for exercising leadership and authority over DHS acquisition programs, which includes responsibility for management, administration, and oversight of Department-wide acquisition, strategic sourcing, and competitive sourcing programs. This position will be responsible for advising and assisting senior DHS officials (including the Chief Procurement Officer) in carrying out DHS responsibilities with respect to acquisition programs and operations for the Department.
Duties include providing acquisition policy guidance, counsel, and support to the Domestic Nuclear Detection Office. Legal interpretations and opinions require the highest degree of originality and creative legal thinking to obtain the necessary balance between conflicting interests, factual issues, and policy considerations. Conducts extensive research, analysis, and evaluation of highly particularized areas in support of the acquisition process. Actively participates in the negotiation of complex and unique acquisitions. Provides oral and written advice concerning post-award contract matters, including claims, disputes, bankruptcies, terminations, appeals, PL 85-804 and litigation. Assists OGC and Department of Justice counsel in presentation of cases before the Board of Contract Appeals, US Court of Federal Claims, and US District Court. Participates in all aspects of trial preparation.
How to Apply
Application materials should be emailed to OGCStaffing@dhs.gov. Do not use the USAJOBS automated on-line application system.
REQUIRED INFORMATION (Incomplete applications may not be considered for this position.)
Job Information:
Announcement number and position title and grade(s) for which you are applying
Personal Information:
Full name, mailing address, day and evening phone numbers
Last four digits of your Social Security Number
Country of citizenship (must be U.S. citizen to be eligible)
Veterans Preference, if applicable. Attach latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. Attach SF-15 & required proof (i.e., an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces) if you are claiming a 10-point veterans preference. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted.
Special appointment eligibility (e.g., 30% compensable disability, handicap, Peace Corps, etc.). Attach supporting documentation.
If you are or were a federal government employee, please attach your latest SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action), indicate highest federal civilian grade held and dates and attach a copy of your latest performance appraisal.
Education:
Colleges and Universities: Name, city, state, major(s), type of degree and year received (or total semester/quarter hours earned)
Other educational programs, if relevant. Show dates and total hours of program.
Job-Related Work Experience:
Job title (include series and grade if Federal job).
Name of employer, supervisor’s name, and supervisor’s telephone number (please indicate if you do not want us to contact your current supervisor).
Starting and Ending dates (month and year).
Hours worked per week.
Annual salary.
Duties and accomplishments.
Other Job-Related Qualifications:
Relevant skills (e.g. foreign languages, computer software/hardware).
Relevant training courses.
Relevant current certificates and licenses.
Relevant honors, awards, etc. (e.g., memberships in professional and honor societies, publications, leadership activities, performance awards). Give dates, but do not send documents.
Narrative Statement describing possession of advertised evaluation criteria (KSAs)
Contact Information:
Mike Russell
Phone: 202-447-3526
Email: OGCStaffing@dhs.gov
Or write:
Department Of Homeland Security
DO NOT SEND MAIL
700 13th Street NW; Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20005
US
What To Expect Next:
The process of consideration of applicants may take several weeks. You will be informed of the outcome via e-mail.
For more information, please read OPM's OF-510, 'Applying for a Federal Job' (.pdf)
Required Skills
Qualifications
Applicant must be a graduate of a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association and an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Applicant should have at least four years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Applicant with less than eight years of practice experience must submit a law school transcript and grade point average or class ranking with the application materials.
On request, the applicant should be prepared to submit a writing sample.
NOTE: Eligibility, qualifications and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
Time-In-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. All qualifications and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Background Investigation: This position is a critical -sensitive position and the tentative selectee must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for a Top Secret/SCI clearance as a condition of placement/retention in the position.
Job Details |
Job Location |
Candidate Application |
| Employer: Department Of Homeland Security | Address: | Contact: |
| Job Type: Full-time | City: Washington | |
| Experience:Any | State: District of Columbia | |
| Education: College | Zip Code:20011 | Online: Website Link |
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: 115,317.00 - 149,000.00 USD per year
Benefits
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