Attorney – Adviser

Job title:

Attorney – Adviser

Company

Federal government of the United States

Job description

SummaryThis position is in Region 8, Office of Regional Counsel, Legal Counseling and FOIA Branch. About Region 8:This is an office-centered position*–you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.
*Work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized as described in the Benefits section.OverviewOpen & closing dates05/08/2024 to 05/17/2024Salary$96,684 – $125,685 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 12LocationRemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be required to travel each month.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typeTerm – Term not-to-exceed two years.Work scheduleFull-time –ServiceExceptedPromotion potential14Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processAnnouncement numberEPA-X8-OAE-2024-0002Control number790075800This job is open toVideosDutiesYou will:-

• Provide legal advice, perform legal research, prepare legal documentation, and provide policy recommendations.
• Perform litigation activities.
• Draft Agency determinations, proposed regulations, and Federal Register notices.
• Perform negotiation and informal dispute resolution.
• Serve as representative of the Region.

One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.RequirementsConditions of Employment

• An LL.B. or J.D. is required.
• You must submit a resume and required documents–see How to Apply section.
• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings.
• Position has education requirements–see Qualifications/Education section.
• This is a temporary position (see Other Information on assignment limits).

If you have not yet passed the bar exam, offer of employment will be contingent upon admission to the bar.You must self-certify annually and in writing that you hold an active bar membership.#LI-OnsiteThis position is designated as High Risk and requires a background investigation. Unless an appropriate background investigation is already on record with the Office of Personnel Management, you must undergo a background investigation. All conditions of the pre-employment security process must be met before an official letter of employment can be issued with a report for duty date.If you are selected, you may be required to complete a one-year trial period.If you are selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure form within 30 days of your first day of employment and annually thereafter.QualificationsNOTE: You must meet qualification requirements, including any requirements described in the Education section, by the closing date of this announcement.In addition to the educational requirements, you must meet the minimum grade-specific qualifications as described below:To qualify for the GS-12 level, your application materials must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience, defined as:(A) A legal clerkship, administrative or judicial, at the state or federal level.OR(B) A position as a licensed attorney or, if you have already taken a state bar exam but have not yet been admitted to the bar, a position working under the supervision of a licensed attorney:

• Providing legal counsel on technical and legal issues,
• Drafting legal documents and reviewing and editing client work product,
• Developing and presenting policy and legal recommendations,
• Collaborating with teams of counseling or litigation attorneys, or
• Representing clients in administrative or judicial proceedings, including negotiations and settlements.

The ideal candidate will have the following specialized training or experience:

• Knowledge of and experience with grants and cooperative agreements authorized by EPA’s environmental statutes, annual appropriation acts, and other specific legislation.
• Knowledge of and experience with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
• General knowledge of environmental statutes and programs administered by the EPA.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.*If you have part-time work experience, read this: .EducationYou must:(1) possess a J.D. or LL.M. degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university or equivalent apprentice experience as allowed per state law; and(2) be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any state, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; and(3) be an active member of the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction in good standing. (NOTE: Bar membership is not required at the time of application, but you must be admitted to the bar before entry on duty.)For information about accreditation requirements, visit .Additional informationDiversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at EPA. Our excellence can only be fully realized by staff who share our commitment to these values. Successful candidates are committed to advancing equity and inclusion in the Agency’s workplace and mission. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of personal experiences, values, and worldviews that arise from differences of culture and circumstance. At EPA, diversity is a vital element in bringing a balance of perspectives to bear on every challenge we face. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce because we know that the individual strengths and abilities of our employees make us a stronger organization. The more inclusive our employee base is, the greater the variety of ideas that are generated, and the more representative we are of the nation we serve. To learn more about how EPA values and supports our diverse workforce, visit . You can also hear a diverse group of attorneys talk about their careers at EPA on the .About the Office of Regional Counsel, Region 8: EPA Region 8 works to protect human health and the environment in Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah and Wyoming, and on the reservations of 27 tribal nations. The Office of Regional Counsel at the U.S. EPA Region 8 has both a general counsel practice focused on client counseling, and a civil and criminal enforcement practice. Our practice areas include all major federal environmental laws (including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, CERCLA, etc.), a significant focus on Indian law, and administrative law and general law (such as employment, contract and information law).If you have questions about this position, contact Stephanie Talbert at [email protected] / 303-312-6481This position is in the bargaining unit.EPA participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that enables participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees. For additional information: .This position is excluded from provisions of the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP).Selection under this appointment authority does not confer civil service competitive status.If you are selected, travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid by EPA. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting to work in this position will be your responsibility.Except in special circumstances, those new to the federal government will be hired at the starting salary (step 1) of the applicable grade range listed in the Overview section.If you are selected, your appointment may be extended beyond the initial not-to-exceed date to a maximum of two years.

• Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .Join EPA in protecting human health and the environment and enjoy many work life quality options! Working for the EPA offers you a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. To learn more about us, visit .This position may be eligible for flexible work schedules in accordance with EPA’s Workplace Flexibilities policy and/or applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. If selected, you may apply for expanded telework or, after 90 days of employment, remote work. These flexibilities are not guaranteed and will be determined in accordance with policy and position requirements after you are hired.PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF): As a federal employee, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance on federal Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer, including EPA. Learn more:This position has portable work. If selected for this position, you may be eligible for partial work-from-home flexibilities after meeting eligibility requirements, as allowable by agency policy and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Expected salary

$96684 – 125685 per year

Location

Denver, CO

Job date

Thu, 09 May 2024 01:58:12 GMT

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