Attorney-Advisor

Department of Defense•Alexandria, VA

41d•$167,603 - $195,200•Remote

About The Position

About the Position: The Associate General Counsel will assist the General Counsel and DoDEA leadership team worldwide by providing expert legal advice and representation in labor and employment law. This includes advising on federal employment matters, labor-management relations, representing management in collective bargaining, and related litigation. About the Position: The Associate General Counsel will assist the General Counsel and DoDEA leadership team worldwide by providing expert legal advice and representation in labor and employment law. This includes advising on federal employment matters, labor-management relations, representing management in collective bargaining, and related litigation.

Requirements

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship required.
Direct deposit of pay is required.
One year trial or probationary period may be required.
Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation.
This position requires a Tier 3 (T3)
This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
An applicant must have possession of the first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) AND active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.
Applicant must currently be active member in the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.
Applicants for the GS-14 or equivalent Attorney position must also possess a robust background in labor and employment law, with a particular focus on litigation; demonstrate expertise in representing organizations in federal personnel and employment litigation to include handing cases across various administrative and judicial forums such as Merit System Protection Board (MSPB), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), or federal district and appellate courts.
Applicant must also have three (3) or more years of professional legal experience, acquired after being admitted to the bar, commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Graduation from an ABA-Accredited Law School in the top 25% of the class or an advanced law degree such as a LL.M may substitute for one year of the required professional legal experience.

Responsibilities

The incumbent provides legal advice, representation, and other support in the full range federal civilian personnel issues, including labor-management relations, disciplinary actions, adverse actions, equal employment opportunity (EEO), reasonable accommodation, and compliance with federal employment laws.
Represent management in collective bargaining negotiations with union officials, ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and policies.
Provide legal guidance during negotiations and draft, review, or analyze collective bargaining agreements.
Represent DoDEA in administrative litigation before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), and other forums.
Prepare litigation strategies, draft pleadings, and conduct discovery.
Draft, review, and provide legal analysis of agency policies, regulations, and directives related to federal labor and employment matters.
Assess the impact of proposed legislation or regulations on DoDEA operations.
The incumbent provides legal advice, representation, and other support in the full range of federal personnel law topics, including performance management, workforce restructuring, leave and work schedules, and telework policies.
Provide training to DoDEA managers and supervisors on labor and employment law matters to promote compliance and reduce the risk of disputes.
Assist in the development of strategies for the early resolution of employment disputes and labor relations issues to mitigate litigation risks and promote effective workforce management.