Attorney-Advisor (General)

Summary This position may be filled using Direct Hire Authority: Z5CAV/Direct-Hire Authority (Certain DoD Personnel) PL 118-31, Sec 125OB (i)(2), 12/22/2023.This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated August 12,2024. Exemption request has been approved by PTDO USD(P&R), 12/14/2025 (Request ID 12164) Duties As a Attorney-Advisor (General) at the GS-0905-14/15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Provide staff assistance and advice to all elements of the Agency by rendering legal advice, reviewing documents having legal significance, and drafting legal documents. Research, investigate, and analyze diverse subject matter related to the missions and functions of the Agency. Identify problem areas and associated legal issues; investigate facts; research and analyze applicable laws, regulations, and other legal and technical source materials. Drafts and reviews reports on changes to legislation relevant to the Agency mission. Apply a comprehensive knowledge of Government ethics, Government information practices, privacy, and civil liberties, civilian personnel, equal employment opportunity, labor relations, fiscal, and military administrative law to difficult legal issues arising from a broad spectrum of the Agency mission. Represent the Agency, and as appropriate DoD, in adversarial proceedings and appellate litigation in United States District Courts and before administrative agencies such as the Merit System Protection Board and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Prepare pleadings and other legal documents, participate in pretrial and pre-hearing proceedings, examine and cross-examine witnesses, argue motions, and summarize the Agency's position. Draft settlement agreements that are binding upon the Agency. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S. Citizen Occasional Travel Work Schedule: Full-time Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Overtime: Occasionally Tour of Duty: Set Schedule Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized if funds are available and with approval from hiring manager; https://www.dtra.mil/Careers-Opportunities Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Financial Disclosure: Not Required Telework Eligibility: This position may be eligible for limited, situational telework subject to supervisory approval and not to exceed current Agency guidelines.  This position is not eligible for remote telework. Must be a graduate of an accredited law school, and must maintain active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance. The work is mainly sedentary. Trips to DTRA offices, other government agencies, and similar sites may be required. Travel in the performance of temporary assignments may be required 10% of duty time. Must consent to and pass pre-employment drug testing and be subject to periodic random drug testing thereafter. Qualifications You may qualify at the GS 14/15 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. GS-14: Three years of specialized experience equivalent to the grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Conducting legal research, drafting and preparing pleadings and other legal documents, participating in pre-trial and pre-hearing proceedings, examining and cross-examining witnesses, and arguing motions Providing ethics advice to employees on all aspects of the organization's ethics program in accordance with the laws and regulations administered by the Office of Government Ethics (OGE) Protecting controlled unclassified information (commercially sensitive or militarily sensitive information), and classified, national security information from improper disclosure under the Government's information laws and policies (e.g., The Privacy Act of 1974 and the Freedom of Information Act) Providing legal reviews and representing an agency or an organization in inter-agency and intra-agency matters B. GS-15: Five years of specialized experience equivalent to the grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Representing an agency or organization in adversarial proceedings and appellate litigation in the U.S. District Courts and before administrative agencies such as the Merit System Protection Board and the Equal Opportunity Commission Conducting legal research, drafting and preparing pleadings and other legal documents, participating in pre-trial and pre-hearing proceedings, examining and cross-examining witnesses, and arguing motions Specializing in civilian personnel law, equal opportunity laws and regulations, labor relations, federal fiscal law, and military administrative law, including command directed investigations and inspector general reports of investigation Providing ethics advice to employees on all aspects of the organization's ethics program in accordance with the laws and regulations administered by the Office of Government Ethics (OGE) Protecting controlled unclassified information (commercially sensitive or militarily sensitive information), and classified, national security information from improper disclosure under the Government's information laws and policies (e.g., The Privacy Act of 1974 and the Freedom of Information Act) Providing legal reviews and representing an agency or an organization in inter-agency and intra-agency matters., AND B. Must be a graduate of an accredited law school, and must maintain active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. 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. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. NOTE: This position has a degree or education requirement so you are required to submit a copy of your transcript College transcript (s), required if qualifying based on education. We accept unofficial transcripts, as long as they contain your name, the name of the school, the date and degree that was awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned. Failure to provide transcripts will make you ineligible for consideration. Additional information Other Notes: Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdfAll applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Who Needs to Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)) 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. Review our 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.