Attorney Advisor (General)

Washington National Guard; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled attorney to join their team in Washington, DC. This role involves handling complex legal matters related to oil pollution and environmental law. The successful candidate will provide legal counsel, represent the organization in various legal settings, and mentor junior attorneys. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with federal agencies and contribute to significant environmental initiatives. If you are passionate about maritime law and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Recruitment incentives

Promotions without further competition

Reasonable accommodations for disabilities

Qualifications

• Must be a member of a U.S. state, territory, or D.C. Bar.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-14 in federal service.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex legal work on behalf of the NPFC.
• Advise Coast Guard officials on legal statutes and regulations.
• Negotiate and adjudicate claims against the Fund.

Skills

Maritime Law

Environmental Law

Federal Litigation

Cost Recovery

Claims Adjudication

Settlement Negotiation

Public Speaking

Education

J.D. or LL.B. from an accredited law school

Job description

Summary

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), National Pollution Funds Center (NPFC), Legal Division in Washington, DC.

This job is open to the public, specifically to U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from all U.S. Citizens. The position is in the Excepted Service. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for further consideration. The "Rule of Three," Category Rating, Veterans Preference, and traditional rating and ranking do not apply to this vacancy.

Duties

The U.S. Coast Guard's National Pollution Funds Center (NPFC) was created to implement Title I of the Oil Pollution Act (OPA), addressing issues related to preventing, responding to, and paying for oil pollution. Under the direction of the Chief Legal Officer, this attorney will handle complex legal work on behalf of the NPFC, requiring specialized expertise in maritime and environmental law, federal litigation, cost recovery, oil and gas law, bankruptcy law, insurance law, administrative law, claims adjudication, settlement negotiation, and public speaking. The incumbent will advise Coast Guard officials on statutes, regulations, judicial opinions, Executive Orders, and other directives related to Center operations, including expenditures from the Fund and recovery of expenditures from responsible parties. They will negotiate, adjudicate, or recommend adjudicatory actions on claims against the Fund, lead and mentor junior attorneys, support the Department of Justice in litigation, and assist with claim determinations and defenses.

Typical Work Assignments

• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating facts and law in lawsuits or claims related to Center activities or the Fund.
• Drafting legal reports, referrals, and assisting in pre-trial preparations.
• Reviewing legal documents for sufficiency and implications.
• Collaborating with various agencies, officials, and stakeholders on legal matters.
• Representing the Center in dealings with Congress, courts, and other agencies, providing legal counsel.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service.
• Background investigation required.
• Provide unofficial J.D. or LL.B. transcripts at application.
• Membership in good standing with a state Bar.

Qualifications

All candidates must possess a J.D. or LL.B. from an accredited law school and be a member of a U.S. state, territory, or District of Columbia Bar.

Minimum Requirements for GS-15

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-14 in federal service, involving complex legal work in areas such as oil pollution law, maritime law, environmental law, federal litigation, and leading junior attorneys.

Volunteer experience and foreign education may be credited if properly documented.

Additional Information

Applicants will need to complete the OF-306 form upon conditional job offer. DHS uses e-Verify for employment eligibility. Recruitment incentives may be offered. Promotions up to the full performance level may occur without further competition based on performance. Federal salary payments are via direct deposit. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.