Attorney-Adviser

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services; Maryland; On-site; USD 121,785 - 158,322; Full time

Job summary

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is seeking an Attorney-Adviser located in Maryland. This role involves reviewing administrative appeals and providing legal advice related to complex issues. Candidates must have at least 2 years of professional legal experience post-bar admission and a current bar membership.

The position offers a salary ranging from $121,785 to $158,322 annually and is a pivotal part of the legal team ensuring rigorous analysis and recommendations for Board actions.

Qualifications

• Requires 2 years of professional legal experience post bar admission.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid license to practice law.

Responsibilities

• Develop draft written recommendations for the Board’s approval.
• Prepare PRRB substantive decisions and ensure compliance with laws.
• Advise legal counsel on technical aspects for hearings.

Skills

Legal research and analysis

Drafting legal documents

Advising on legal matters

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

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About the role

This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Offices of Hearings and Inquiries (OHI).

As an Attorney-Adviser, GS-0905-13, you will review administrative appeals for the purpose of identifying and analyzing complex legal issues in order to provide advice and recommend actions concerning these issues and to develop proposed Board actions.

$121,785 - $158,322 per year

Where we\'re hiring

What you\'ll do:

• Develop draft written recommendations for the Board’s approval regarding jurisdiction.
• Develop, prepare and write PRRB substantive decisions, ensuring that all aspects of the case are identified and properly addressed.
• Review records of the PRRB to ensure that pertinent law, regulations, rulings, etc., have been properly cited and applied; review briefs and position papers for legal accuracy.
• Advise and assist the parties\' legal counsel and other representatives on legal, technical, and substantive aspects of preparing for a hearing before the Board.

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National to apply for this position.
• You will be subject to a background and suitability investigation.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid license with eligibility to practice law in a state, the District of Columbia, or any United States territory or commonwealth.
• Selection is subject to approval by the HHS Secretary prior to Appointment.
• If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form 1-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System
• This is an Excepted Service position.
• TRIAL PERIOD: This job will be filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive service. Applicants selected for an excepted service position may be subject to a two-year trial period.
• Must possess and maintain an active bar membership in any State, territory, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, District of Columbia, or Federal Court is acceptable.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for the GS-13, you must meet the following:

Experience requirement for GS-13: Requires 2 years of professional legal experience post bar admission, with one year of experience equivalent to the GS-12 level.

Bar membership requirement: HHS Attorney positions require current active bar membership. Admission to the bar of any State, territory, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, District of Columbia, or Federal Court is acceptable. Employees must maintain an active bar membership while employed as an attorney with HHS. Active bar membership is verified prior to appointment.

Education Requirement:

You must possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from an accredited school.

Proof that bar status is active, in good standing, and eligible to practice in the highest court of a State, U. S. commonwealth, U. S. territory, or the District of Columbia

License: A current, valid license with eligibility to practice law in a state, the District of Columbia, or any United States territory or commonwealth is a continuing condition of employment for Federal attorneys.

You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees before an official offer is issued.

Your resume (limited to no more than 2 pages) must include detailed information about the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from being considered further.

You MUST apply through USAJOBS by 6/16/2026 to be considered.