ATTORNEY-ADVISER (GENERAL)

Air Force Materiel Command; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Materiel Command is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide support as a General Law and Ethics Attorney for the 66 ABG Staff Judge Advocate Office in Lincoln, Massachusetts. Candidates must have a law degree and active bar status, alongside at least three years of legal experience. Responsibilities include advising on ethics, conducting legal research, and preparing legal opinions. A strong ability to communicate effectively and analyze legal issues is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Must have first professional law degree (LLB or JD).
• Professional legal experience in excess of three years required.
• Must demonstrate substantial independence in legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a legal advisor to the 66 ABG Staff Judge Advocate Office.
• Provide legal advice on ethics and standards of conduct.
• Analyze complex legal issues and prepare legal opinions.

Skills

Knowledge of applicable law

Sufficient knowledge of federal, state, and local law

Skill in recognizing and analyzing key legal issues

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to prepare cases for trial

Education

Full course of study in law school (ABA accredited)

Proof of 'active' status with a bar

Job description

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a legal advisor, providing support as General Law and Ethics Attorney to the 66 ABG Staff Judge Advocate Office for all ethics, standards of conduct, and other civil and general law-related issues.

General Requirements

• You MUST have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LLB or JD).
• In addition, at the time of application, you must provide proof of "active" status with a bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. Proof should be dated within four months of application and may be online information that shows your active status. A copy of the Bar Card is not acceptable proof of good standing.

A4.2.5. GS-14 or GS-15. A4.2.5.1. Qualifications Required at GS-14 or GS-15 Level. General requirements set forth under paragraph A4.1. In addition, the attorney shall have professional legal experience in excess of three years that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position. A4.2.5.2. Level of Supervision. Attorneys performing duties in GS-15 positions are expected to perform with substantial independence, even when working on the most complex or difficult matters.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of applicable law pertaining to the specialized areas of legal practice, as determined by the SJA, in order to provide legal advice and counsel to command and management and represent DAF interests.
2. Sufficient knowledge of federal, state, and local law, as it impacts the private individual, to provide personal legal assistance to eligible beneficiaries across the typical range of the DAF legal assistance practice.
3. Skill in recognizing and analyzing key legal issues in a factual situation and applying well-reasoned analysis to reach clear, concise conclusions.
4. Ability to research legal issues, analyze complex factual situations in light of general legal principles and the results of research and prepare legal opinions.
5. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, in and outside the legal profession, both orally and in writing, in both formal and informal settings.
6. Ability to prepare cases for trial and/or try cases before a court, administrative body, or an official having quasi-judicial power.

Part-Time or Unpaid Experience

Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and/or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Volunteer Work Experience

Volunteer work includes paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.