Supervisory Counsel (Legal Services Contracts Group), CM-0905-00

Summary This position is located in the Legal Division, Corporate Operations Branch, Corporate & Legal Operations Section, Legal Services Contracts Group of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.  Salary reflects a pay cap for this position of $277,500. Learn more about this agency Duties Coordinates the selection, retention and management of outside counsel and legal services providers throughout the Legal Division, acts as a resource for all division staff, and aids staff seeking to hire outside counsel and legal support services providers. Oversees all outside counsel and legal support service provider-related activities conducted, including training of in-house attorneys and development of policies and procedures for managing and retaining service providers, resolution of conflicts of interest, approval of billing rates, and resolution of disputes regarding fees and expenses. Manages and maintains database systems to track: all law firms and legal support service providers, conflict decisions, and cost and performance data to assist with the selection and retention of outside counsel and legal support service providers. Responsible for ongoing review of policies and procedures related to the FDIC's outside counsel management and legal support service provider programs, and monitors compliance with all outside counsel and legal support service provider directives, policies and procedures, as applicable. Manages the preparation and handling of cases involving requests for waivers of organizational and representational conflicts of interest by outside counsel. Supervises the preparation of standard contract documents and reviews requests for renewal, extension, modification or termination of legal services agreements and related contract documents. Supervises staff providing advice and counsel regarding special contracting or non-traditional contracts at the requests of FDIC Divisions and Offices and the Acquisition Services Branch (ASB). Manages the development of contracting. Supervises staff advising on intellectual property issues, including federal contracts, copyrighted material, technical data, or computer software. Supervises staff that provide advice and counsel and drafts contracts for legal support services under Legal Support Services Deskbook guidelines and provides legal support to the ASB on all contracts that support Legal Division requirements under ASB acquisition policies. Develops annual budgets for outside counsel services and related expenses in conjunction with the legal division administrative and budget staff. Discharges all supervisory responsibilities including, but not limited to, assigning and reviewing work, assessing employee performance, providing counseling and coaching as necessary, reviewing and approving leave, training, and travel requests. Requirements Conditions of employment 2-page Resume Requirement: Please limit your résumé to 2 pages (minimum 10-point font). If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. U.S. Citizenship is required. Registration with the Selective Service. Employment Conditions. Bar Membership required. High Risk Position - Background Investigation (BI) required. Employee may be relocated to any duty location to meet management needs. Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications, applicants must possess the leadership and technical experiences listed below. These qualifications would typically be gained through serving in roles that require managing projects/teams or guiding the technical work of others. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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. Additional qualifications information can be found here. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit a resume that addresses each minimum qualification experience. Examples should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities; the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services you managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertook; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues you addressed; and the results of your actions. You should use action-oriented leadership words to describe your experience and accomplishments and quantify your experience wherever possible to demonstrate your accomplishments (e.g., number of employees supervised). Leadership Experience: Experience leading and coordinating projects, including establishing expectations, reviewing work products/services, monitoring progress, and providing guidance and feedback to team members; AND Technical Experience: Experience advising on and facilitating acquisitions and procurement methods, dealing with federal contracts, ethics issues, and contractor Standards of Integrity and Fitness as set forth at 12 CFR Part 366 and 12 CFR Part 367 or other federal contractor organizational conflicts of interest laws. Basic Qualification: Active license to practice before the highest court of a state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia and in good standing. Education There is no substitution of education for the experience for this position. Additional information If selected, you may be required to serve a probationary or trial period as applicable to appointment type. During the probationary or trial period, you will be evaluated for fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:  your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. To read about your rights and responsibilities as an applicant for Federal employment, click here. If selected, you may be required to serve a supervisory/managerial probationary period. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement to fill identical vacancies that occur subsequent to this announcement. This position is a Corporate Manager, CM-00, which is equivalent to above the CG/GS-15. This is a recommended minimum Step 9 position. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Expand Hide  additional information 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. In addition to the regular benefits offered by Federal agencies, the FDIC offers additional benefits to its employees. These benefits, some at minimal cost, are some of the best and most competitive in both the private and public sectors. To find out more, click here. 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.