Supervisory Attorney-Advisor (General)

Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations • Pensacola, FL

3d

About The Position

The Supervisory Attorney-Advisor will work in the Legal Assistance Department of RLSO SE Jacksonville. The role provides case assessments, legal advice, briefings, and representation to active-duty U.S. Armed Forces members, their dependents, retired members, and other people eligible for military legal assistance. The position serves as an expert in legal assistance matters, including wills and estates, renters' rights, the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, real property transactions, civil suits, family law, immigration, and EFMP services. The attorney independently conducts legal research, develops attorney-client relationships, and represents clients zealously within the bounds of professional ethics. The position serves under the general supervision of the respective RLSO Legal Assistance Department Head and/or Officer in Charge, as appropriate. The role may require travel from the normal duty station to locations in the continental United States and outside the continental United States, including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods. The position requires an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty and maintenance of the required clearance.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check if a new Department of the Navy employee.
• Meet applicable restrictions for appointment of retired military members within 180 days of retirement to a DoD civilian position.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
• Be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
• Be an active member in good standing of the bar of the state where the position is advertised and admitted to practice before that state's highest court.
• Be admitted to practice before the United States District Court within three months of hiring.
• Graduate with a J.D. or LL.M. from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.
• Be an active member 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 be admitted to practice before a state or federal court.

Responsibilities

• Provide case assessments, legal advice, briefings, and representation to eligible military legal assistance clients.
• Serve as an expert in legal assistance matters, including wills and estates, renters' rights, SCRA, USERRA, real property transactions, civil suits, family law, immigration, and EFMP services.
• Independently conduct legal research pertaining to various legal areas.
• Develop attorney-client relationships and zealously represent clients within the bounds of professional ethics.
• Serve under the general supervision of the respective RLSO Legal Assistance Department Head and/or Officer in Charge, as appropriate.
• Travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially including remote or isolated sites, as required.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package, including access to healthcare insurance, pay and leave benefits, and other benefits; specific eligibility depends on the position and employment status.
• Recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment incentives may be authorized for eligible selectees.

What This Job Offers

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