General Attorney

U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 117,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is seeking a General Attorney to manage legal analyses of complex issues and provide expert legal counsel. The position requires active bar membership, strong communication skills, and a Juris Doctor degree. Candidates will ideally have experience in civil litigation and legal research.

Benefits

Federal employment benefits

Possible student loan repayment incentive

Qualifications

• Must be an active member of the bar.
• Experience advising on civil litigation and conducting legal research preferred.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality legal analyses of complex issues.
• Advise on civil litigation and coordinate with law enforcement.
• Conduct legal research and brief senior attorneys.

Skills

Legal analysis

Sound legal judgment

Organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent advocacy skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school

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Requirements

• You must successfully pass a background investigation and drug test for federal employment.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31, 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• You must have relevant experience (see How You Will Be Evaluated and Qualifications tabs).
• You must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
• You may be required to serve a two-year trial period if the requirement has not been met.
• Current OPLA attorneys must have completed two years of service with OPLA by the announcement closeout to be considered for this position.
• You must be an active member in good standing of the bar of a U.S. state, a territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia.

Qualifications

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification.

Applicants should be able to produce quality legal analyses of complex issues, exercise sound legal judgment, prioritize, and work effectively independently or as part of a team. They should be detail-oriented, proactive, and possess strong communication skills tailored to the audience. Key characteristics include integrity, sound judgment, organizational skills, decisiveness, initiative, and excellent advocacy skills.

Experience in advising on civil litigation, coordinating with law enforcement, conducting legal research, and briefing senior attorneys is preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Active bar membership in a U.S. state, territory, or D.C.
• Disclose any political appointments within the last five years.
• Possess a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Be eligible for a possible student loan repayment incentive.

Other Information

• Must pass a background check and security clearance at the Top Secret / Secret level.
• Pre-employment drug testing is required.
• This position is bargaining unit represented by AFGE, Local 511.
• Promotion potential to GS-15, subject to performance and agency guidance.
• Federal employment benefits are available, with details provided in the official benefits review.

Additional Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: Washington, DC
• Salary: $117,962.00-$191,900.00

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