Supervisory Attorney-Adviser (General)

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences • Bethesda, MD

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent serves as Deputy General Counsel for the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. This Supervisory Attorney-Advisor position provides the first level of supervision in support of the General Counsel and also serves as the University's Alternate Designated Agency Ethics Official. The position is with the Defense Legal Services Agency and is stationed in the University's Office of General Counsel.

The incumbent shares responsibility for the effective operation of programs and functions assigned to the Office of General Counsel, and acts for the General Counsel in their absence. The role entails management, executive, and administrative direction; independent handling of complex legal assignments; strategic and operational guidance; and expert consultation for the General Counsel and legal staff. The position also supports legislative and regulatory work, legal advice on institutional matters, and litigation involving specialized medical and scientific research.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-14 grade level or pay band in Federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and professional experience applying laws and policies in administrative law, higher education, labor and employment, contracts, cooperative agreements, fiscal matters, and government ethics.
• Experience serving as lead or senior counsel in complex litigation matters.
• Experience providing authoritative legal counsel and strategic advisory services to senior officials on high-risk or sensitive institutional issues.
• Proven experience leading, directing, and mentoring a multidisciplinary legal team of attorneys, paralegals, and administrative support staff.
• J.D. or LL.M. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
• Active membership in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia, and admission to practice before a state or federal court.
• U.S. citizenship and suitability for Federal employment.
• Obtain and maintain the required interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
• Ability to travel, including on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods; travel may include CONUS and OCONUS locations and remote or isolated sites.
• Review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
• Meet applicable pre-employment requirements, including E-Verify and direct-deposit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Counsel and share responsibility for the effective operation of the Office of General Counsel's programs and functions.
• Act for the General Counsel in their absence and provide management, executive, and administrative staff direction.
• Complete complex legal assignments using independent judgment and initiative.
• Provide strategic management, operational guidance, and expert consultation to the General Counsel and legal staff.
• Draft legislation and prepare analytical reports evaluating its impacts on University programs and policies.
• Coordinate legislative and regulatory actions with DoWGC, ASW (Health Affairs), and ASW (Legislative Affairs).
• Help develop the official agency position on proposed legislation affecting the University.
• Review new and proposed regulations, policies, and DoW Directives for consistency with applicable legislation.
• Collaborate with the Department of Justice to prepare briefs, recommend defense strategies, and litigate cases.
• Formulate legal findings affecting relations with Military Departments, grant sponsors, and foreign partners.
• Assist with litigation of complex cases involving extensive, specialized medical and scientific research.
• Serve as the University's Alternate Designated Agency Ethics Official.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package, with benefits available to employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior