Attorney Advisor (Contract)

Air Force Legal Operations Agency; Kentucky; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Legal Operations Agency at Wright-Patterson AFB seeks a senior acquisition legal advisor to the Commander, AFICC, and HQ AFICC staff. You will advise procurement officials on major programs with AF-wide impact and ensure timely, high-quality guidance.

Responsibilities include serving as acquisition attorney at Wright-Patterson AFB, advising on complex procurements, source selection, contract administration, and related commercial law.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a full course of study in a law school accredited by the ABA and hold the first professional law degree (JD).
• Active status with the bar of the highest court of a State/DC/territory, dated within four months of application.
• Professional legal experience in excess of three (3) years commensurate with the duties.
• A Master of Laws (LL.M.) will count for three years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise AFICC/CC and HQ AFICC staff on complex, major acquisitions and related procurement activities.
• Provide expert guidance on government procurement law across the acquisition life-cycle and fiscal law.

Skills

Government contract law

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Communication skills

Security clearance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as senior acquisition legal advisor to the Commander, Air Force Installation Contracting Center (AFICC) and HQ AFICC staff, and, advice procurement officials on major programs with AF wide impact, and assure quality, consistent, and timely advice is provided to all Air Force Legal Operations Agency (AFLOA) HQ AFICC clients and Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.

Duties

• The incumbent serves as acquisition attorney at the Wright Patterson AFB location to the AFICC/CC and HQ AFICC staff elements. As acquisition attorney at Wright Patterson AFB, the incumbent advices the AFICC/CC, HQ AFICC staff, and subordinate elements on complex, major acquisitions program, commodity purchases, logistics programs, source selection and contract administration activities.
• Recognized as a subject matter expert in government procurement law, the incumbent is fully knowledgeable of all major substantive federal laws, regulations, and policies relating to the practice of government procurement and related commercial law and litigation

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Attorney appointments are subject to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Candidates are not required to have active duty service or veterans’ preference to be referred and considered. All qualified candidates who meet the recruitment assessment criteria will be referred to the selecting official.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Work may occasionally require temporary duty travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Incumbent is required to file an Office of Government Ethics (OGE) Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Qualifications

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, dated within four months of application, of "active" status with a bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in "active" status.

Specialized Experience

In addition to the basic requirement: you must have professional legal experience in excess of three (3) years that commensurate with the position's duties and responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):

1. Expertise in government contract law covering the entire acquisition life-cycle and fiscal law. Within the field of government contract law, must demonstrate a mastery of subjects related to major acquisitions and strategic sourcing.
2. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
3. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writting.
4. Superior legal research skills using both electronic and paper media.

At the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of "active" status and in good standing with a bar of the highest court of a State, US commonwealth, US territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in "active" status and dated within four months of application.

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

Refers to 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.

Conditions of employment continued

• Must have a law degree (JD) from an accredited law school and be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a state or the District of Columbia or other Federal Bar, as appropriate and at least 12 years of related experience. A master of laws (LL.M.) in a related field will count for three (3) years of experience.

Education

Must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, and be currently licensed as an attorney, in active (or equivalent) status and in good standing, with the bar of a U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth. The attorney must maintain such bar membership in at least one jurisdiction during the entire course of employment with the Air Force.

Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants):

Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Writing Example:

Prior to receiving an offer, you will be asked to provide a writing sample demonstrating your legal analytical skills.

Temporary and Term Appointments:

If you are selected for a temporary or term position, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. NOTE: Current federal civilian employees may apply for this position and if selected, a break in service of at least 3 days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

120-Day Register:

This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Direct Deposit:

All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Incentives:

Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

Disabled veteran leave

is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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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.

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