Attorney-Adviser

You will:

• Provide legal advice perform legal research prepare legal documentation and provide policy recommendations.
• Perform the full range of litigation activities.
• Draft Agency determinations propose regulations and Federal Register Notices.
• Perform negotiation informal dispute resolution and Region representational work.
• Perform liaison and specialized team work.

When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.

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

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• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section.

If you have not yet passed the bar exam offer of employment will be contingent upon admission to the bar and licensure/authorization to practice as an attorney.

You must self-certify annually and in writing that you hold an active bar membership.

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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.

REAL ID requirements became effective on 05/07/25. If you are selected for this position and plan to use your drivers license or identification card during the onboarding process (i.e. for employment eligibility verification or to obtain your EPA identification card) the document must be a REAL ID-compliant state-issued drivers license or identification card that includes the REAL ID-compliant star marking or must be an Enhanced Drivers License (EDL). You will receive information about alternative acceptable documents (e.g. passport) prior to onboarding. For more information about REAL ID see Dept. of Homeland Security and REAL ID FAQs.

This 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.

Qualifications

NOTE: 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-13 level you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as managing administrative and judicial litigation in employment and labor law including independently handling complaints grievances discovery requests and drafting motions and pleadings; demonstrating ability to provide strategic legal advice and ensure compliance with federal labor regulations.

To qualify for the GS-14 level you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level defined as managing administrative and judicial litigation in employment and labor law including independently handling complaints grievances discovery requests and drafting motions and pleadings; representing cases before local state or federal employment and labor tribunals; providing strategic legal counsel and advocate for the organizations interests in employment laws and regulations.

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: Part-Time Experience.