Attorney - Employment Law (Security Division)

Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation · Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Company

Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation

Location

Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Type

Full Time

Job Description

Summary

OGC's Employment Law Unit provides legal guidance on personnel-related litigation matters. This attorney position is embedded in the FBI's Security Division. The incumbent will provide legal advice to FBI supervisors and executives on security related matters such as security investigations, security clearance denials, suspensions, and revocations. The incumbent will also represent the FBI and defend its decisions on appeal before the Department of Justice Access Review Committee.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Basic Requirement: All Applicants must possess a law degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member of the bar (any US jurisdiction).

GS-14: Applicants applying for the GS 14 must also have 2.5 years or more post J.D. legal experience.
GS-15: Applicants applying for the GS 15 must also have 4 or more years of post J.D. legal experience.

Qualifications

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance.
  • Selectee may be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
  • Selectee may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually.

Education

Positive Education Requirement: This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic requirement by submitting both proof of JD degree and proof of good standing with a bar within a US jurisdiction. Please see the "Required Documents" under How to Apply for additional information.

Education: Applicant must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have a LLM degree or other graduate law school degree in addition to a J.D.) and be an active member of the bar (any US jurisdiction).

Additional information

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

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Date Posted

09/30/2024

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