Attorney-Adviser

Environmental Protection Agency

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 155,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Environmental Protection Agency in Chicago seeks an Attorney-Adviser to provide legal advice, conduct research, draft regulations, and support complex enforcement matters. You will handle litigation activities, negotiate settlements, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires a J.D. or LL.M. and bar membership in good standing. This is a full-time federal position with a comprehensive benefits package and telework eligibility where appropriate.

Qualifications

Requires a J.D. or LL.M. degree and active bar admission in good standing.
Experience providing legal advice and performing legal research for complex matters.
Litigation management including discovery, briefs, and administrative or judicial proceedings.

Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and research on complex enforcement matters.
Perform litigation activities including discovery, briefs, and oral argument support.
Draft Agency determinations, proposed regulations, and Federal Register notices.
Lead negotiation, informal dispute resolution, and represent the Region with stakeholders.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Policy analysis

Regulatory drafting

Negotiation

Education

J.D. or LL.M. degree

Job description

Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

This position is in Region 5, Office of Regional Councel. About this organization: Region 5 This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.

Key Responsibilities

At the highest advertised grade, you will: Provide legal advice, perform legal research, prepare legal documentation, and make policy recommendations on complex legal matters with greater independence. Perform the full range of litigation activities for varied and complex enforcement and defensive matters, including discovery, motions, briefs, oral argument support, and representation in administrative, civil, or judicial proceedings.

Draft Agency determinations, proposed regulations, and Federal Register notices for final review and issuance by leadership. Lead negotiation, informal dispute resolution, and representational work for the Region in complex matters and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders. Perform liaison and specialized team work. If you are hired at a lower grade level, your duties will be less complex and you will have more supervisory oversight.

You may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.

Requirements & Education

You must: (1) possess a J.D. or LL.M. degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university or equivalent apprentice experience as allowed per state law; and (2) be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any state, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; and (3) be an active member of the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction in good standing.

NOTE: Bar membership and licensure are not required at the time of application, but you must be admitted to the bar and obtain your license before entry on duty. For information about accreditation requirements, visit Accreditation.

Join EPA in protecting human health and the environment and enjoy many work life quality options! Working for the EPA offers you a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. To learn more about us, visit Life and Careers at EPA.

If you are selected for this position, situational telework may be approved by your supervisor if you meet eligibility requirements, as allowable by agency policy and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement. EPA policy only allows telework to be approved situationally. Situational telework is for work or assignments of specific limited duration on an occasional, emergency, or ad hoc basis.

NOTE: If you are an EPA employee who currently works at a remote work location (i.e., full-time telework), your approval for remote work does not transfer to this position, subject to Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Environmental Protection Agency, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $83482 – $154682/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

How many openings are available?

There are 3 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.