AttorneyAdviser Contract

Defense Logistics Agency; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency in Richmond, VA, seeks an Attorney-Adviser (Contract) to lead a team of contract attorneys and provide senior guidance on acquisitions for supplies and services under FAR/DFARS, with risk analysis, negotiations, and award administration. The position involves working with high-level officials and handling litigation support.

Qualifications include a J.D. or LLB, bar in good standing, 3+ years of relevant legal experience for GS-14, and the ability to obtain a Secret

Qualifications

• Must hold a professional law degree (J.D. or LLB).
• Licensed in good standing; bar certificate within 6 months of closing date.
• GS-14 requires 3+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Expertise in Federal acquisition law, preferably with DoD.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Strong leadership and ability to train junior attorneys.
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of contract attorneys and advise on acquisition matters.
• Provide risk assessments on complex procurements and negotiations.
• Review contracting officers' decisions on claims and terminations.
• Support DOJ counsel on contract actions before GAO, ASBCA, and courts.
• Mentor junior attorneys and ensure FAR/DFARS compliance.

Skills

Federal acquisition law

Analytical ability

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Train junior attorneys

Client relationships

Security clearance knowledge

Education

J.D. or LLB

Job description

Telework Eligible

Yes

Major Duties

• As an Attorney-Adviser (Contract), you will be responsible for the following duties: Serves as a Team lead for contract attorneys under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Counsel as a Senior Contracts Counsel. Senior legal advisor and subject matter expert for a DLA Acquisition Supply Chain Directorate on all acquisition matters for supplies and services (legal issues relating to solicitation, negotiation, award administration and modification, etc). Provides advice and risk assessments on special procurements characterized by extensive discussions with high level officials, negotiation of special terms and provisions, high-level visibility, and/or substantial funds expenditure. Reviews and coordinates decisions by contracting officers concerning contract claims (contractor or Government) and terminations, breach of contract actions, revocation of acceptance of defective material, and re-procurement after default. Provides advice and litigation support for contract challenges, overseeing, handling directly, or supporting the assigned Department of Justice attorney in contract related actions before the Government Accountability Office, Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals, and Federal Courts. Manages the distribution of work among contract team attorneys, assuring work is accomplished accurately, responsively, and timely. Provides guidance and assistance to junior attorneys on complex, unusual, or precedential issues, and assists in their training and development. Reviews and advises on local acquisition policies, procedures, and instructions for legal sufficiency, consistency, and compliance with applicable law, including Federal Acquisition Regulations, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, and DLA guidance. Prepares timely responses to Congressional and Executive level inquiries, advises on administrative matters, including Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, fiscal law, and contract fraud, and advises, counsels, and represents personnel labor, Equal Employment Opportunity law, ethics, and installation law.

Qualification Summary

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: The following factors will be used to evaluate the suitability of candidates for this position: 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.

Compensation

$131,385-$170,806 per year