GENERAL ATTORNEY

United States Department of Homeland Security • Atlanta, GA

398d • $88,520 - $88,520

About The Position

The General Attorney position at the Department of Homeland Security involves providing legal counsel and litigation assistance to the USCIS Office of Chief Counsel. The role focuses on matters related to the Immigration and Nationality Act, national security, public safety, and fraud detection. The attorney will coordinate actions on complex cases, collaborate with various legal entities, and review and draft legal documents while also providing training and legal advice.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and provide proof of citizenship.
• Must possess a J.D. or LL.M. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member of the bar in any jurisdiction.
• At least one year of post-J.D. legal experience for GS-13, two years for GS-14, and three years for GS-15.
• Ability to provide accurate legal advice on complex matters.
• Ability to handle a heavy workload and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in immigration law or national security law.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and litigation assistance on immigration-related matters.
• Coordinate actions on cases with novel or national implications.
• Collaborate with USCIS, DHS, and DOJ attorneys on legal issues.
• Review documents for legal sufficiency, including policy memoranda and case decisions.
• Draft legal opinions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Prepare and deliver training to USCIS counsel and operational components.

Benefits

• Starting salary of $88,520 per year.
• Potential for promotion to GS-15 level.
• Voluntary telework opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree