ATTORNEY-ADVISOR (GENERAL)

DutiesYou will provide legal advice on government contract, personnel and fiscal law matters.You will review, draft, and interpret contract language and other contractual documents as necessary in order to provide legal advice to clients and members of staff.You will work with contractor representatives regarding the Government's responsibility as well as the legal propriety and validity of a proposed action.You will draft and review documents associated with personnel and labor relations.You will be required to defend cases before the Armed Services Board of Contracted Appeals (ASBCA), Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), and Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (EEOC).Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a US Citizen.Must be determined suitable for federal employment.Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.govWithin the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final secret security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, within 30 days of appointment. Qualifications The position has a full performance level of HN-IV and will be filled at the NH-IV level (GS 14 or 15 equivalent). To be selected at the GS-14 equivalent level, the successful candidate must have a minimum of three and one-half years of experience practicing law in the relevant practice areas. For selection at the GS-15 equivalent level, the successful applicant must have at least five and a half years of relevant legal experience with substantial experience in Acquisition Law, fiscal law, and/or Civilian Personnel Law. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education The successful candidate must have graduated from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, 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. Additional informationContinued from Marketing Message Section: The SUPSHIP BATH'S Office of Counsel is a field office within the Office of Counsel, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and is part of the DON OGC. NAVSEA is responsible for the development, acquisition, and maintenance of ships, shipboard systems and ordnance for the DON, with an annual budget of over $40 billion and a workforce of roughly 86,000 military and civilian personnel. The NAVSEA Office of Counsel has over 160 lawyers located at the Washington Navy Yard Headquarters and in 23 field offices throughout the United States and Europe. The SUPSHIP Bath Office of Counsel employs a Counsel, two assistant/associate counsels (one of which is the new billet covered by this announcement), and a paralegal. This office has a varied workload covering the full range of the DON OGC's practice. Additionally, the Office of Counsel is responsible for coordination between SUPSHIP Bath and the Department of Justice (DOJ), including the U.S. Attorney's Office, concerning litigation or other legal matters involving SUPSHIP Bath. This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. The position is telework eligible, with the extent of telework subject to DON OGC and SUPSHIP Bath policy. This is not a remote work position. This position is not covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. This position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: . Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Applicants will be evaluated on: (1) the breadth, depth, and quality of their experience in acquisition, fiscal, and/or civilian personnel law and related litigation; (2) experience in the other relevant practice areas discussed above; (3) research, analytical, writing, and oral communication skills; (4) interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop strong-client relationships; and (5) the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of the DON, NAVSEA, and OGC is desirable, but not mandatory. Applicants with a record of making significant contributions to the advancement of the DON, OGC or equivalent legal office beyond the day-to- day legal practice are desired. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.