General Attorney

Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency • Fort Meade, MD

18h

About The Position

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency Office of General Counsel (DCSA-OGC) is seeking a General Attorney to provide legal services and advice concerning Federal civilian personnel law, labor law, equal employment opportunity, hiring practices, reasonable accommodation, and standards of conduct. The attorney advises on personnel authorities, anti-discrimination provisions, and human resources policy matters; handles civilian personnel litigation before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and Federal courts; and advocates and negotiates in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) proceedings.

The position is in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), in the excepted service. It is full-time, exempt, and has a flexible tour of duty. Overtime may occur occasionally. Supervisors may approve temporary, situational telework on a case-by-case basis for limited situations. Permanent change of station may be authorized. The position requires an appropriate security clearance and membership in good standing of a qualifying bar. It is subject to drug testing and financial disclosure requirements.

Requirements

• Possess a first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.); law school transcripts must be provided.
• Be an active member of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth or territory, or the District of Columbia; an official, current certificate confirming active membership and permission to practice law must be provided before appointment when applicable.
• Have at least three years of professional legal experience, including at least one year at the next lower grade level, GS/GG-13, commensurate with the position's duties.
• Have three years of recent and relevant experience advising and practicing in Federal civilian personnel law, labor law, equal opportunity, reasonable accommodation, and standards of conduct.
• Demonstrate specialized experience in legal and regulatory oversight across Federal civilian personnel, labor relations, equal opportunity, ethics, and standards of conduct.
• Demonstrate litigation and advocacy experience before Federal courts, administrative boards, and other venues, including the EEOC, MSPB, and ADR proceedings.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Meet the Selective Service requirement if applicable: males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered.
• Obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Pass required initial and subsequent drug testing.
• Submit required financial disclosure.
• Demonstrate the competencies of technical competence, strategic thinking, technical credibility, teamwork, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Independently advise and/or collaborate with a diverse team of attorneys practicing primarily in Federal civilian personnel law, equal opportunity, ADR proceedings, ethics, and standards of conduct.
• Represent the agency before boards and judicial tribunals, including litigating before the MSPB, EEOC, Federal courts, and other alternative resolution venues.
• Collaborate with clients and provide legal review of agency policies and preventative-law matters, including disciplinary actions, administrative investigations, employment and personnel protocols, EEO directives, and security matters.
• Provide oral and written legal advice regarding management policies, procedures, and directives related to Federal civilian employment, EEO claims, and personnel administration.
• Advise senior agency officials and develop and maintain relationships with colleagues and clients.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position eligibility and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree