ATTORNEY ADVISOR

Summary The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Clerk of Court for the Air Force Trial Judiciary providing highly specialized consultation and advice to military judges regarding procedural, evidentiary and sentencing issues as they arise prior to and during courts-martial and administrative hearings. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship is required If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov. Attorney appointments are subject to serve a one-year probationary period. Candidates are not required to have active duty service or veterans’ preference to be referred and considered. All qualified candidates who meet the recruitment assessment criteria will be referred to the selecting official. Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof on your resume Leave accrual may be authorized upon request Incumbent must maintain a current license as an attorney and counselor at law in a state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Position may require overtime Occasional travel on commercial and/or military aircraft may be required Applicant must possess a valid driver's license The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance This position meets the professional exemption criteria for the Fair Labor Standards Act (5 CFR 551.207) Qualifications GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: You MUST have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LLB or JD). In addition, at the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of "active" status with a bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in "active" status. Specialized Experience: In addition to the basic requirement: you must have professional legal experience in excess of three (3) years that commensurate with the position's duties and responsibilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Incumbent must possess a Juris Doctor Degree or equivalent from a law school accredited by the American bar Association (ABA). Appointee must be an active member in good standing of the bar of a U.S. State or Territory. 2. Incumbent must have prior experience as a trial judge, or equivalent training and experience, and at least four years' experience as a practicing attorney in the field of criminal law and trial practice. The incumbent must possess and maintain excellent legal writing skills. 3. Mastery knowledge of and experience with evidentiary and procedural rules applicable to courts-martial, including the substantive criminal law, federal criminal trials, federal administrative hearings, post-trial hearings, criminal appeals, applicable DoD and USAF instructions and the Manual for Courts-Martial Military Rules of Evidence, DoD and USAF rules for Courts-Martial and the Uniform Rules of Practice Before Air Force Courts­ Martial. 4. Expert skill in using computer-assisted and web-based programs, to include: Lexis, FLITE, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Automated Military Justice Management System, SharePoint, Judiciary Docket System and other databases. Ability to speak with and work with Congressional staffers to develop and recommend changes to military justice policy matters. 5. Ability to communicate with AF/JAT personnel and maintain productive lines of communication with the Chief Trial Judge and Deputy Chief Trial Judge to ensure the setting and accomplishment of AF/JAT mission objectives, priorities, goals and plans. Ability to communicate and maintain effective lines of communication with other service Trial Judiciaries, to effect uniform application of changes in law and procedures and assist in planning and implementing training events. 6. Skill in developing and managing curriculum and conferences, providing instruction to students with a wide range of experience levels, and working with and supporting experts invited to participate in training events. Possesses a detailed knowledge of professional obligations of judges contained in the Code of Judicial Conduct applicable to Air Force Trial Judges. Possesses a thorough understanding of trial judge responsibilities and requirements in conducting trials. At the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of "active" status and in good standing with a bar of the highest court of a State, US commonwealth, US territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in "active" status and dated within four months of application. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, and be currently licensed as an attorney, in active (or equivalent) status and in good standing, with the bar of a U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth. The attorney must maintain such bar membership in at least one jurisdiction during the entire course of employment with the Air Force. Additional information Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Writing Example: Prior to receiving an offer, you will be asked to provide a writing sample demonstrating your legal analytical skills. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information. Read more 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 window Learn 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. 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