Attorney-Adviser
Who May Apply:
US Citizens Applicants will be evaluated to determine if they meet the minimum qualification requirements and on the extent to which their application shows possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. KSA's:
(1) Skill in identifying and researching highly technical and complex legal issues. (2) Skill in providing legal, technical, and policy guidance. (3) Ability to effectively, professionally, and ethically manage a heavy caseload of clients with complex legal needs. VETERANS PREFERENCE INFORMATION:
There is no formal rating system for applying veteran's preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Army considers veteran's preference eligibility a positive factor for attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veteran's preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documents (e.g., DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active duty) to their submissions. Although the point-preference system is not used, applicants eligible to claim a 10-point preference must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed. (SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preference and the required supporting documents, is available from the Office of Personnel Management Website at http:
//www.opm.gov/. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT:
If currently employed as an attorney by the federal government you must have completed one year of time-in-grade at the next lower grade level within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement, or previously served at the same or higher grade as the position being filled. The following minimum qualification requirements must be met before applicants are eligible for further consideration. Education:
An applicant must have successfully completed a full course study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LLB or JD). Bar Membership:
An applicant must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Experience:
Graduation from an ABA Accredited law School in the top 25% of the class or an advanced law degree such as an LLM may substitute for one year of the required professional legal experience. - For the NH-0905-03 (GS-12 equivalent) Level:
Two years of professional legal experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 level. - For the NH-0905-03 (GS-13 equivalent) Level:
In excess of two years of professional legal experience that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position. - For the NH-0905-04 (GS-14 equivalent) Level:
In excess of three years of professional legal experience that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
US Citizens Applicants will be evaluated to determine if they meet the minimum qualification requirements and on the extent to which their application shows possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. KSA's:
(1) Skill in identifying and researching highly technical and complex legal issues. (2) Skill in providing legal, technical, and policy guidance. (3) Ability to effectively, professionally, and ethically manage a heavy caseload of clients with complex legal needs. VETERANS PREFERENCE INFORMATION:
There is no formal rating system for applying veteran's preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Army considers veteran's preference eligibility a positive factor for attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veteran's preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documents (e.g., DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active duty) to their submissions. Although the point-preference system is not used, applicants eligible to claim a 10-point preference must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed. (SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preference and the required supporting documents, is available from the Office of Personnel Management Website at http:
//www.opm.gov/. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT:
If currently employed as an attorney by the federal government you must have completed one year of time-in-grade at the next lower grade level within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement, or previously served at the same or higher grade as the position being filled. The following minimum qualification requirements must be met before applicants are eligible for further consideration. Education:
An applicant must have successfully completed a full course study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LLB or JD). Bar Membership:
An applicant must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Experience:
Graduation from an ABA Accredited law School in the top 25% of the class or an advanced law degree such as an LLM may substitute for one year of the required professional legal experience. - For the NH-0905-03 (GS-12 equivalent) Level:
Two years of professional legal experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 level. - For the NH-0905-03 (GS-13 equivalent) Level:
In excess of two years of professional legal experience that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position. - For the NH-0905-04 (GS-14 equivalent) Level:
In excess of three years of professional legal experience that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- Department:
0905 Attorney - Salary Range:
$86,335 to $157,709 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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