Attorney- Adviser

Offices, Boards and Divisions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal legal department is seeking an Attorney-Advisor with a J.D. degree and at least four years of professional experience. Responsibilities include occasional travel, financial disclosure management, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards. Candidates must possess superior analytical and writing skills and should be committed to upholding the Constitution. The role requires obtaining a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance and passing drug screening. This position offers a challenging environment in national security law.

Qualifications

• Must possess a J.D. degree and be licensed to practice as an attorney.
• At least four years of post-J.D. experience is required.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Occasional travel is required.
• Mandatory reporting for duty during emergencies.
• Management of financial disclosures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Commitment to efficiency

Independence

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Overview

This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below: Legal Careers | Attorney-Advisor, (CFIUS, Team Telecom, Supply Chain, Compliance & Enforcement), GS-0905-14/15 | United States Department of Justice https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/attorney-advisor-cfius-team-telecom-supply-chain-compliance-enforcement-gs-0905

Responsibilities

• Occasional travel is required, which may involve the use of commercial and/or government aircraft.
• This position is MISSION ESSENTIAL. Most, if not all, essential job functions must be performed in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).
• The incumbent is required to report for duty, in person, as necessary, in an emergency (regardless of holidays, weekends, nights, furloughs) or conditions such as weather in which non-essential personnel are not expected to report.
• FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE MANAGEMENT/REPORTING: The Department of Justice is committed to maintaining an ethical culture and upholding the principles of ethical conduct. As a DOJ Employee, you will be subject to the Standard of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch, as well as the criminal conflict of interest statutes. As a new Government employee, or as a new employee to this Department, you will be required to receive initial ethics orientation within 3 months of appointment. In addition, you will be required to file the Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450) within 30 days of your appointment and annually in accordance with title 5, C. F.R. 2634. If you have any questions about these requirements, or any Government ethics issue, you should contact the ethics office for the DOJ.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a State, Territory, or the District of Columbia, and have at least four or more years of post-J.D. professional experience.
• Applicants must have superior academic credentials, possess excellent analytical and writing skills, and have the dedication and capacity to work independently in a very demanding environment.
• Past experience in the national security or intelligence field is not required but is preferred. Prior federal litigation experience is also strongly preferred.
• Must be able to meet JMD and NSD suitability criteria for this position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.
• Failure to obtain or retain this level of security clearance and access will be grounds for reassignment, demotion, or removal from the Federal Service.
• Employee must successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and subsequent periodic drug screening thereafter.
• Occasional travel is required, which may involve the use of commercial and/or government aircraft.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.