Summary
The DCSA-OGC seeks a SUPERVISORY ATTORNEY to deliver leadership and legal services concerning Federal civilian personnel law, labor law, equal employment opportunity, hiring practices, reasonable accommodation, and standards of conduct. The selectee advises upon personnel authorities, anti-discrimination provisions, and human resources policy matters, engages in civilian personnel litigation before the MSPB, the EEOC, and the Federal courts, and advocates and negotiates in ADR proceedings.
Duties
As a SUPV ATTORNEY-ADVISER you will be responsible for the following duties: Independent legal practice and service as the team lead and supervisor for a diverse team of attorneys who primarily advise upon Federal civilian personnel law, employment and labor policy matters, EEO requirements and processes, ethics, and standards of conduct. Represent the agency before boards and judicial tribunals, including litigation and claims before the Merit Systems Protection Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Federal courts and other alternative resolution venues [e.g., ADR proceedings]. Collaborate with diverse clients and provide legal review on agency policies and other preventative law matters, including advice on disciplinary personnel actions, administrative investigations, employment/personnel protocols, EEO directives and regulations, and security/access eligibility matters.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. however, in accordance with DoDI 1442.02, you must possess a first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) to qualify. Law school transcripts MUST be provided. Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.abanet.org/legaled/approvedlawschools/approved.html Superior Academic Achievement does not apply to DCIPS positions. Foreign Education: For further information, click on the following link: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire. EXCEPTED SERVICE PILOT REVIEW: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Top ranked candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further review and consideration. A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified'. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.