Attorney II -PSOB

Aleknagik Technology•Washington, DC

4d•Remote

About The Position

Aleknagik Technology, LLC is seeking an Attorney II to support the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Public Safety Officers' Benefits (PSOB) Program. The role provides advanced legal analysis, advisory services, and decision support. It reviews and adjudicates complex claims under the PSOB Act, including initial determinations and appellate-level reviews, applying statutory, regulatory, and policy frameworks to assess eligibility, ensure legal sufficiency, and support consistent, well-reasoned, defensible program decisions. The position is fully remote, although this arrangement is subject to change based on government requirements. The Attorney II advises decision officials, prepares legal memoranda and formal written decisions, evaluates complex or novel legal issues, monitors relevant legal and policy developments, and supports accurate and timely processing of claims and appeals.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory.
At least three years of post-J.D. legal experience in a law firm, government agency, or similar setting.
Strong analytical and legal reasoning skills, including the ability to interpret complex statutes and regulations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, defensible legal work.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with program staff and leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience with administrative law, federal benefits programs, or claims adjudication.
Familiarity with federal statutes, regulatory interpretation, and appellate review processes.
Strong legal writing skills, including experience drafting formal opinions, memoranda, or adjudicatory decisions.
Experience working with government programs or grant-funded initiatives.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial and appellate-level legal reviews of claims submitted under the PSOB Act.
Analyze and determine benefit eligibility using applicable statutes, regulations, and agency interpretive guidance.
Provide legal advice and guidance to determination officials on complex legal and factual issues related to PSOB claims.
Draft legal memoranda evaluating the sufficiency of funding determinations and recommending approval or denial.
Review appealed determinations and ensure legal sufficiency at the highest levels of agency review.
Prepare formal written decisions for the BJA Director that clearly articulate the legal basis for approvals or denials.
Identify and analyze complex or novel legal issues, including issues arising from evolving case law or statutory changes.
Monitor updates to the PSOB Act, regulations, and related policies, and assess their impact on program operations.
Develop comprehensive legal analyses and guidance documents related to program interpretation and implementation.
Maintain accurate records and ensure timely processing of claims and appeals in accordance with program requirements.