Attorney Advisor (General)

U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Attorney Advisor to provide expert legal counsel on complex environmental and maritime law matters. This role offers the opportunity to work on significant federal litigation cases while collaborating with high-ranking officials and guiding junior attorneys. Ideal candidates will possess a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership, along with a deep understanding of federal regulations and the ability to draft comprehensive legal documents. Join a dynamic team dedicated to upholding the law and making impactful decisions in government administration.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Graduate with a J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in a state or territorial bar.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on complex environmental and maritime issues.
• Draft detailed legal memorandums and opinions.

Skills

Environmental Law

Maritime Law

Contract Law

Federal Litigation

Legal Drafting

Leadership

Effective Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Key Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
• Must provide unofficial J.D. or LL.B. transcripts at the time of application.
• Membership in good standing with a state Bar.

Qualifications

Basic Requirement for all grade levels:

• You must be a graduate with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or equivalent from an accredited law school;

AND

• You must have bar membership in one of the 50 states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands.

Minimum Requirements

The minimum qualifications for hiring at each grade level (or equivalent) are as follows:

GS-15:

To qualify for the GS-15 level position, you must have successfully completed at least one full year of Specialized Experience as a practicing attorney equivalent to the GS-14 level in federal service, involving complex casework and legal issues. This includes experience with:

• Expert knowledge of environmental and maritime law, including the Oil Pollution Act, Federal Water Pollution Control Act, CERCLA, RCRA, and international oil pollution regimes.
• Expert knowledge of admiralty law, environmental law, contract law, procurement law, oil and gas law, fiscal law, bankruptcy law, FOIA/PA, ethical standards, insurance, and natural resource damage law.
• Experience with federal litigation in cost recovery, environmental, maritime, and administrative law.
• Ability to draft detailed legal memorandums and opinions.
• Leadership experience with junior attorneys, including reviewing and editing work and coaching.
• Effective verbal communication with high-ranking officials, organizations, and attorneys.

Volunteer experience through National Service programs is also credited.

Education

This position requires a J.D. or LL.B. degree from an accredited law school and active membership in a state or territorial bar.

Foreign education may be considered if proven equivalent to U.S. standards. For details, see the U.S. Department of Education's guidelines.

Additional Information

Applicants will need to complete the OF-306 form upon a tentative job offer. The DHS uses e-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Benefits and Other Details

Federal employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on the specific position and employment status.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Government Administration