Attorney-Advisor NTE 9 months

Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet the basic education and bar membership requirements:

• A professional law degree (L.L.B., J.D., L.L.M.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association; and
• An active membership in good standing in a bar of a state, U.S. Territory, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth or Puerto Rico.

And

Specialized Experience:

For the GS-13 Grade level:
Possess two (2) years of post J.D. legal experience, and have at least three (3) years of specialized experience, with at least one (1) of these years equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service, in:

• making in-depth factual findings and conducting legal research and analysis;
• presenting complex information orally and in writing;
• reviewing and assessing information obtained from documents, witness interviews, and other sources to develop a complete evidentiary record to resolve cases; and
• providing sound advice on demanding legal matters.

For the GS-14 Grade Level:
Possess three (3) years of post J.D. legal experience, and have at least three (3) years of specialized experience, with at least one (1) of these years equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service, in:

• analyzing cases or requests for legal sufficiency;
• preparing pleadings, motions, affidavits, and other materials involving legal issues;
• making in-depth factual findings and conducting legal research and analysis;
• presenting complex information orally and in writing; and
• providing expert legal advice and consultation.

Your resume must explicitly outline your qualifications. We will not make assumptions on your experience.

NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements for the GS-0905 series set forth in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards by the closing date of the announcement. A copy is available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined above.

Applicants qualifying through education, but who have not yet graduated or received final grades, may apply using their current grades at time of application. If selected, you will be required to verify final grades and/or provide additional documentation.

Annual Leave Accrual Credit
Selectees for their first Federal position may be eligible to earn a higher annual leave accrual rate based on prior non-Federal or uniformed service work experience. The amount of service credited will be based on specialized experience or qualifying experience that is provided on the applicant resume and documentation submitted.