Job Description
This Public Notice Flyer seeks to fill an Attorney Advisor position in the Department of Commerce (DOC), Office of Economic Development Administration (EDA), under the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-272) to support implementation of the FY2025 Disaster Supplemental Program and other EDA programs.
This job is open to
The public
Clarification from the agency
All United States citizens, nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the United States.
Duties
As an Attorney Advisory in EDA/OCC, you will:
- Support the Chief Counsel and Deputy Chief Counsel who serve as the primary individuals responsible for legal and policy advice covering all aspects of EDA's operations and programs.
- Be proficient in conducting legal research and analyzing federal and state statutes, regulations, policies, and guidelines
- Prepare legal opinions that include an analysis of facts and evidence, resolution of facts and legal issues, and recommendations for the client, as appropriate.
- Provide legal advice on a full range of issues relating to the agency's economic development assistance programs, the review of audits, contracts, grant applications and award documentation, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) inquiries, and other assigned tasks.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
- You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use of possession of drugs.
- A trial period may be required.
- Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/)
- If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application.
- All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
- Drug Test Required: No
- License required: No
- Pre-employment physical required: No
- Bargaining Unit Position: No
- Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE form 450):No
- Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expense: Will not be paid
- Resume submissions must NOT be more than two pages in length. No more than two pages will be considered.
- Transcripts must be provided that show the education requirement has been met.
- These are appointments for 1 year, that may be extended for 1 additional year; however, the appointment authority allows conversion to a permanent position, subject to workload, funding, and performance.at the Manager's discretion.
- Remote work is NOT authorized. Situational telework is authorized up 52 hours per calendar year. Employees are expected to report in-person according to their approved work schedule.
Qualifications
Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government.
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; knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
1. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Must be a law school graduate with a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and; (You must submit transcripts.)
2. ACTIVE BAR MEMBERSHIP in good standing in one of the 50 United States, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands. (You must submit proof.) AND
To qualify at the GS-14 or GS-15 level:
Minimum Requirements: Typically requires a minimum of three (3) years of relevant legal experience.
Education
See the Qualifications section.
Additional information
Background Investigation: This position is designated as Non-sensitive/Low Risk and requires that a background investigation be conducted and favorably adjudicated in order to establish security eligibility. Please note this position is being filled under Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-272) to support implementation of the FY2025 Disaster Supplemental Program and other EDA programs. Individuals selected for these positions will be employed in the Excepted Service for a period not-to-exceed two (2) years.
Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.
Please DO NOT put your SSN on pages within your application package. Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.
Signature: If selected, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your resume.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
See 'Qualifications' Section.
Here is a list of the competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job:
- Knowledge of research strategies and techniques sufficient to research the most complex legal issues. The issues researched are almost always factually complex and are in areas of the law which are often in a continual state of evolution, thus requiring atypical and innovative research strategies.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse clients and constituencies on varied and complex topics in writing clearly, concisely and persuasively, with particular emphasis on the ability to analyze and explain complex legal issues.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally with diverse clients and constituencies on varied and complex topics and independently present legal conclusions to adjudicatory authorities.
- Ability to maintain effective working and reporting relationships with professional peers, support staff and management officials.
Required Documents
See \"How To Apply\" section.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
IMPORTANT - INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING RESUMES AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
All resumes and supporting documentation should be submitted to: EDACAREER@EDA.GOV and include work experience in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date, and include the number of hours worked per week. You must provide transcripts, and an Active Bar License.
HOW TO APPLY:
(1) Applicants must email a two-paged resume to EDACareer@eda.gov. Only the first two pages will be considered.
(2) The subject line of the email should read, \"Application for Attorney Advisor Position\".
(3) Include in the body of the email which geographic locations you wish to be considered. Please list the top three locations, in priority order with \"1\" as the top choice, etc. Here are the locations: Atlanta Regional Office; Austin Regional Office; Chicago Regional Office, Denver Reginal Office; Philadelphia Regional Office; Seattle Regional Office; Washington DC Office.
(4) The four narrative questions listed below provide an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the Hiring Manager and Agency Leadership (or their Designees). You are invited to submit responses to the 4 questions in the body of your email. While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question in your email submission. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question and answer the certification question (number 5).
- How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience.
- In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes.
- How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired.
- How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position.
- Certification question: Did you use your own words and not a Consultant or Artificial Intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChaptGPT or Copilot to answer the above 4 questions? (Yes or No)
Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.
Please DO NOT put your SSN on pages within your application package. Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.
How to write a federal resume: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/how-to-
Agency contact information
1401 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20230
US
Next steps
If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by the Hiring Office.
Overview
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- 0905 Attorney
- Suitability/Fitness
Qualification
Juris Doctor (JD)
Practice Areas & Specialty
Economic Development, Government