Litigation Attorney

Office of Personnel Management • United States, United States • 3w ago

Summary This announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). We are hiring attorneys with Federal and/or administrative litigation experience, preferably in the area of employment law. Responsibilities Attorneys in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) "first chair" litigation before administrative agencies in a broad range of employment and labor matters including adverse actions, reductions in force, suitability, labor relations, and discrimination. Serving as lead counsel in important and sensitive litigation before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA). Preparing cases for litigation, including writing motions, briefs, and other papers, conducting discovery, and participating in administrative hearings. Making recommendations regarding settlement of litigation and appeal of adverse decisions, including the exercise of OPM's special statutory authority to obtain review of adverse MSPB decisions with a substantial impact on the civil service. Other duties as assigned Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit Qualifications Basic Qualifications: At the GS-12 level and above: Applicants with one or more years of post Juris Doctorate (J.D.) legal work experience as a practicing attorney, such as a judicial clerkship or in general law practice, must have: A J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association; Active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; and At least one year of experience to qualify at the GS-12 level; at least two years of progressively responsible experience to qualify at the GS-13 level; and at least three years of progressively responsible experience to qualify at the GS-14 level; and at least four years of progressively responsible experience to qualify at the GS-15 level. At the GS-11 level: Applicants with less than one year of post J.D. legal work experience as a practicing attorney, such as a judicial clerkship or in general law practice, must have: A J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association; Active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; Academic standing in the upper third of the attorney's law school graduating class (to the extent an applicant's law school has class rank); and Advanced educational attainment that indicates the ability to independently perform legal work, such as work or achievement of significance on a law school's official law reviews or journals; special high-level honors for academic excellence in law school (e.g., membership in the Order of the Coif or winning a moot court competition); full-time or continuous participation in a legal clinic program as opposed to one-time, intermittent, or casual participation; significant summer clerk experience; or other evidence of clearly superior accomplishment or achievement. Preferred Qualifications Experience "first chairing" MSPB, EEO, or Federal litigation; The ability to provide excellent customer service and to exercise sound judgment and decision making in challenging situations; Strong oral and written communication skills; High competence in legal research and analysis, including the ability to effectively integrate and synthesize facts and law to make legally sound decisions, including in compressed timeframes; The ability to work both independently and as a team member in a demanding environment; Willingness to consider diverse perspectives and ability to navigate changing circumstances; Ability to effectively manage multiple work assignments and competing priorities concurrently; Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships, both within and outside OGC; You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education If you are applying at the GS-11 level, you MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated, official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable. All materials must be submitted before your application will be considered complete. Additional Information Relocation expenses will not be paid.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM. Incentive payments may be considered.

Similar Jobs

eDiscovery Document Review/Contract Attorney

Contact Government Services, LLC • Arlington, VA • 3h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Document Review Attorney (Law Clerk I) Position Type: Full-Time On-Site Department: eDiscovery Document Review Contact Government Services is seeking Relativity review support for a long-term, on-site project with a fede...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Structural Engineer - Power & Industrial

Flux Resources LLC • Vancouver, WA • 4h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Flux Resources is seeking a Structural Engineer - Power & Industrial to join our clients team in Bothell, WA, to work on various Civil/Structural Engineer and Power Industry projects. The Structural Engineer will wor...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Industrial/Semiconductor Mechanical Designer

Farnsworth Group • Colorado Springs, CO • 4h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Farnsworth Group is seeking an Industrial/Semiconductor Mechanical Designer in one of the posting locations below. In this role you will assume multi-project responsibilities for HVAC, fire protection and specialty pipin...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Security Officer - Manufacturing & Industrial

Allied Universal • Kankakee, IL • 4h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you wil...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Combination Welder - Austin Industrial (Houston, TX)

Austin Industries • Houston, TX • 4h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Description Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-sou...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Document Control- Austin Industrial (Spring, TX)

Austin Industries • Spring, TX • 4h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Description About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 ye...

4h ago

Go to Apply

WAREHOUSE CLERK - Austin Industrial - Orange, TX

Austin Industries • Orange, TX • 4h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Description About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offe...

4h ago

Go to Apply

INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Naval Sea Systems Command • Groton, CT • 4h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Summary You will serve as an Industrial Property Management Specialist in the Industrial Property Management Division, Business Operation Department of SUPERVISOR OF SHIPBUILDING GROTON. Responsibilities You will be resp...

4h ago

Go to Apply

INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT MECHANIC LEADER

U.S. Pacific Fleet • Bremerton, WA • 4h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Summary You will serve as an INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT MECHANIC LEADER in the NUCLEAR FACILITIES BRANCH (CODE 308) of the NUCLEAR PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT of PSNS and IMF. Duties Help You will direct or perform installation, adj...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Blaster / Painter with Gulf Coast Industrial

ASRC Industrial Services • Saint Gabriel, LA • 4h ago

Legal & Paralegal

St Gabriel Ave, St Gabriel, LA 70776, USA | Gulf Coast Industrial (GCI) | Hourly | 28 per hour | Full Time About Company Gulf Coast Industrial provides multi-craft services throughout the Southeast and Gulf Coast, with a...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.