Federal Employment Litigation Counsel

The United States Department of Justice; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration, Office of Chief Counsel in Arlington, VA, seeks attorneys to provide legal advice and defend DEA in employment-related litigation. Ideal candidates have a JD, active bar, strong advocacy, and the ability to manage complex cases with minimal guidance.

Positions are at GS-13/14/15 levels with relocation and occasional travel as needed. Responsibilities include defending DEA before MSPB/EEOC, advising management on personnel matters,

Qualifications

• Active bar in good standing (U.S. jurisdiction); J.D. degree (or equivalent).
• Strong oral and written advocacy skills; superior research and analytical abilities.
• Experience in litigation, employment law, or related fields; ability to work with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Defend DEA in administrative, employment-law cases before MSPB and EEOC.
• Serve as agency counsel working with U.S. Attorney offices to defend DEA in federal employment-related lawsuits.
• Provide advice to DEA management on employment and personnel matters.
• Review grievances, performance improvement plans, reasonable accommodations, and disciplinary actions.
• Liaise with the Office of Special Counsel and Department of Labor on investigations.

Job description

The Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration, Office of Chief Counsel in Arlington, VA, seeks attorneys to provide legal advice and defend DEA in employment-related litigation. Ideal candidates have a JD, active bar, strong advocacy, and the ability to manage complex cases with minimal guidance.

Positions are at GS-13/14/15 levels with relocation and occasional travel as needed. Responsibilities include defending DEA before MSPB/EEOC, advising management on personnel matters,