Attorney-Adviser (Contract)

Defense Logistics Agency; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Defense Logistics Agency, Office of Counsel, DLA Weapons Support in Richmond, VA, seeks an Attorney-Adviser (Contract) to advise on federal acquisition matters and support a team of attorneys. The role emphasizes legal analysis, client communication, and collaboration with DoD officials to ensure compliant contracting practices.

Candidates must hold a professional law degree, be licensed to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction, and meet the applicable GS-14 qualifications.

Qualifications

• Professional bar admission in good standing with a U.S. state, D.C., territory, or commonwealth.

Skills

Federal acquisition law

Analytical/legal ability

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Legal and business judgement

Team leadership

Mentoring junior attorneys

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

J.D. or LLB

Job description

See below for important information regarding this job. Incumbents will serve as an Attorney-Adviser (Contract) in the Office of Counsel, Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Weapons Support, a Major Subordinate Command located in Richmond, VA.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• 1) The first professional law degree (LLB. or J.D.);
• 2) Proof that you are licensed and a member in good standing with the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. Annual bar certification cards issued from your state of licensure are not considered acceptable. Proof is a "certificate of good standing" issued by your state of licensure dated within 6 months of the closing date of this announcement or a screenshot of your bar status taken from your state of licensure website that is dated within 6 months of the closing date of this announcement or sworn statement to that effect. If there is not a date on the screen shot, you must provide a statement signed by you on the date that the screen shot was created. The successful applicant selected for employment must provide a "certificate of good standing" issued by their respective bar showing they are in good status and in active status prior to appointment.
• 3) In addition to 1 and 2 (listed above), each grade level has the following qualification requirements: To Qualify at the GS-14 Level: You must possess professional legal experience in excess of 3 years commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position. In accordance with DoDI 1442.2 (Personnel Actions Involving Civilian Attorneys), promotion for this position is based on the individual's time, performance, and mastery of skills at the required grade level and only with approval of the designated official (DLA General Counsel) in accordance with the applicable regulation. The legal experience described in your application package or resume will be evaluated and screened for competencies required to perform the duties of the position as described in the Major Duties section of this announcement. The QUALITY of experience will be evaluated and screened to determine how closely or to what extent your experience, education, and training are relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the announced position. Your application package or resume must demonstrate you have the competencies and quality of experience necessary to successfully perform the work of the position at the appropriate grade level.

PRINCIPAL SELECTION FACTORS:

• Knowledge and experience in Federal acquisition law, preferably with the Department of Defense (DoD).
• Analytical/legal ability (including issue identification, legal research, analysis of options, risk analysis, creative problem-solving).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and client relationships, and the ability to interact well with clients, colleagues and senior officials on routine as well as controversial and sensitive issues.
• Excellent legal and business judgement.
• Ability to lead team members toward achievement of organizational goals.
• Ability to train and assist in the development of junior attorneys.
• Ability to work effectively with a breadth of colleagues and geographically dispersed clients.

Security Clearance:

This position is designated Non-Critical Sensitive. If selected, you must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. If you are unable to obtain this level of security clearance (as a result of undisclosed or disclosed background issues), within a reasonable period of time (as defined by the agency), the employment offer may be withdrawn. In addition, incumbent is subject to periodic re-investigation to maintain security eligibility in accordance with DoD 5200.2-R.