Attorney-Advisor (E-Discovery Investigative Attorney)
Company
Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Affairs, Inspector General
Location
Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Summary
OIG is organized into seven operational units: the Immediate Office of the Inspector General, Office of the Counselor, Office of Audits and Evaluations, Office of Healthcare Inspections, Office of Investigations, Office of Management and Administration, and Office of Special Reviews. In addition to the Washington, DC, headquarters, OIG has offices located in more than 60 locations throughout the country.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé.
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- Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
Qualifications
Be a current member of a bar with a valid license to practice law in a state or territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Specialized experience for this GS-14 position is one year of experience at the GS-13 level, or equivalent, that is directly related to the position which has equipped the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience includes:
- Managing and providing subject matter expertise throughout all phases of the electronic discovery (e-discovery) lifecycle for project teams in the conduct of investigations, reviews, and litigation; AND
- Utilizing e-discovery platforms, such as Relativity, Nuix, and Microsoft Purview, to facilitate and perform collection, analysis, and production of electronically stored information (ESI); AND
- Advising and collaborating with project teams and technical staff on the use of e-discovery tools and strategies to evaluate the relevancy, adequacy, and defensibility of ESI, evidence, and facts in the conduct of investigations reviews, and litigation; AND
- Evaluating and making recommendations for an e-discovery program, including changes in response to new or emerging technologies and operational needs; AND
- Applying legal principles and e-discovery best practices in the daily administration of projects and plans.
- Planning and implementing comprehensive e-discovery strategies and workflows for project teams in the conduct of investigations, reviews, and litigation; AND
- Utilizing e-discovery platforms and tools, such as Relativity, Nuix, and Microsoft Purview to perform the collection, analysis, and production of electronically stored information (ESI); AND
- Coordinating with project teams and technical staff on the use of e-discovery tools to evaluate the relevancy and defensibility of ESI, evidence, and facts in the conduct of investigations, reviews, and litigation; AND
- Applying legal principles and e-discovery best practices in the daily administration of projects and plans.
Education
Must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association at the time of graduation (a copy of your transcript will be required if selected).
A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
If you are qualifying based on foreign education, you must submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Refer to the OPM instructions.
Additional information
- We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. Applicants who apply for this position may be considered for other positions within the Office of Inspector General that require the same knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- This is a non-bargaining unit position.
- We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
- Office assignment may be at one of the locations listed on the announcement subject to availability and OIG management discretion.
Conditions of Employment (CONTINUED):
- A two year trial period may be required.
- Must successfully complete a background investigation.
- Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required.
-If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
- Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
- Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
- Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
- Obtain and use a Government-issued purchase card for business-related travel.
- File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
- Undergo an income tax verification.
Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes:
- Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards.
- Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
- Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire.
- A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums.
- A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.- Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits
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Date Posted
09/10/2024
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