Attorney-Advisor

This position is for an Attorney-Advisor within the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of Inspector General (OIG). OIG enhances DOT programs and operations by conducting objective investigations and audits of departmental programs and operations in addition to detecting and preventing fraud, waste, abuse, and violations of law.

Duties This position is located in the Office of Inspector General, Office of Chief Counsel. The Office of Chief Counsel provides legal advice and guidance in support of OIG's mission. Attorney-Advisors advise on every aspect of OIG operations, including audits, investigations, and other reviews; internal management issues; appropriations; ethics; information disclosure law; and much more. Attorney-Advisors handle a broad range of long-term and short-term assignments and interact with management and staff across the OIG. The individual(s) selected will work on a small team of Attorney-Advisors and will primarily perform the following duties. Conducting complex legal research on and analysis of laws under Titles 49 and 18 of the United States Code, applicable criminal and civil procedures, DOT regulatory schemes, and other issues identified during the course of OIG investigations in support of criminal, civil, and administrative actions. Reviewing IG subpoenas, investigative reports, audit reports, and other products for legal sufficiency; conduct Giglio/Henthorn reviews at the requests of prosecutors preparing for trial where an OIG agent may be called as a witness. Reviewing and drafting legislation and policies affecting the Department of Transportation, Offices of Inspectors General, and other agencies. Planning and conducting legal update training for investigators. Developing reference aids and knowledge sharing management systems. Providing support as needed to OIG investigations including acting as a Special Assistant United States Attorney when appropriate. Other duties as assigned in the areas of general law and programmatic support. Salary

• $143,913 - $197,200/year

Qualifications Qualifying applicants must have successfully completed a law degree (J.D. or L.L.B) and must be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of any state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Additionally, applicants must also possess the specialized experience as described below. GS-14: To be considered for the GS-14 grade level, applicants must have at least three years of relevant professional legal experience after completion of law school. The specialized experience must include developing legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, or other filings in litigation and/or analysis of legal issues related to government contracts and grants; providing legal counsel on government investigations, and prosecution of Federal criminal cases as a trial attorney or Assistant U.S. Attorney and/or experience in affirmative civil enforcement on behalf the United States. GS-15: To be considered for the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least five years of relevant professional legal experience after completion of law school. The specialized experience must include developing legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, or other filings in litigation; providing legal counsel on government investigations; and prosecution of Federal criminal cases as a trial attorney or Assistant U.S. Attorney and/or experience in affirmative civil enforcement on behalf the United States. Applicants must meet the required qualifications by the closing date of the announcement. Education Education: Successful completion of a law degree (J.D. or L.L.B.). Must be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of any state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE COPY OF THEIR TRANSCRIPTS. DEGREE AUDITS ARE NOT AN ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTE FOR OFFICIAL/UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS. IF SELECTED, AN OFFICIAL/SEALED TRANSCRIPT WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO AN APPOINTMENT DATE BEING ESTABLISHED. IF YOU HAVE EARNED A DEGREE FROM A FOREIGN INSTITUTION YOU MUST SUBMIT WITH YOUR APPLICATION EVIDENCE THAT ANY EDUCATION COMPLETED IN A FOREIGN INSTITUTION WAS APPROPRIATELY ACCREDITED BY AN ACCREDITING BODY RECOGNIZED BY THE SECRETARY OF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AS EQUIVALENT TO U.S. STANDARDS. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, REFER TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION WEB SITE AT http://www.ed.gov. Required Documents Resume: Your resume must sufficiently describe how your experience fully meets the specialized experience requirements as stated in this announcement for each grade level(s) you are applying (see "Qualifications" section).**Please limit your résumé to 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your qualifications. Your resume must also support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. Credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. We cannot assume you have performed the experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career. We strongly recommend you use the USA Jobs online Resume Builder to submit a resume. If you choose to use your own formatted resume, you must ensure it contains all of the following for each experience/position listed: job title, name of employer, beginning and ending dates of employment (month/year format), hours worked per week, detailed description of duties performed, and if a Federal position, series and grade or equivalent. We will not access web pages linked on your resume to determine your qualifications. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information. For additional information see: What to include in your resume Resume Writing TRANSCRIPTS- You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application. If selected, an official/sealed transcript will be required prior to an appointment date being established. PROOF OF BAR MEMBERSHIP - Must be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of any state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. VETERANS: Department of Transportation attorney positions are in the excepted service, not the competitive civil service. There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Transportation considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in the attorney hiring process. If you are eligible for veterans' preference in hiring, you are encouraged to include that information in your application along with supporting documentation, e.g., SF15, DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and other supporting documentation. DD-214/VA LETTER/ and SF-15- To receive consideration including veteran's preference points, all veterans must submit a copy of their DD-214 (copy Member #4). If you are claiming 10-point preference, you must submit your SF-15 (revised 12/04). The form is available at http://www.opm.gov/forms/html/sf.asp. If you are a current service member, in lieu of a DD-214, you may submit a statement from your military personnel center certifying the nature and dates of your service and expected date of separation. PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL - All applicants MUST submit a copy of your most recent official annual performance appraisal, whether or not you are a Federal employee. If it is not provided, please provide an explanation as to why it is not provided. SCHEDULE A - To receive consideration for Schedule A appointment, you must submit your certification from a State Vocational Rehabilitation Office or the Department of Veterans Affairs that you are likely to succeed in the performance of the position. The letter must be printed on “medical professional's” letterhead and must include a signature or it is invalid. CTAP/ICTAP - If you are eligible under the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), a copy of your certificate of surplus status, certificate of expected separation, or a specific Reduction-in-Force notice establishing your eligibility under CTAP/ICTAP. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must meet all qualification requirements for the vacant position to include any selective factors; meet the definition of best qualified (GOLD Category); and be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry. How to Apply Applications submitted via WWW.USAJOBS.GOV must be received before midnight eastern time on the closing date of the announcement. No extensions will be granted. If you fail to submit a COMPLETE on-line resume, you WILL NOT be considered for this position. Please make sure that the responses provided in the questionnaire are fully supported by your resume, that your resume is detailed and you have highlighted your most relevant experience for this position (to include starting and ending dates of employment for each position held), and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. If you fail to provide this information, it may result in you being rated "ineligible" or "not qualified" for this position. If you exaggerate or falsify your experience, education and/or your responses to questions, your ratings are subject to change or you may be removed from employment consideration. Applicants who do not respond to the application questions will be rated ineligible. If applying on-line poses a hardship to any applicant, the Servicing Personnel Office listed on the announcement will provide assistance to ensure that applications are submitted on-line by the closing date. Applicants must contact the Servicing Human Resources Office PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE to speak to someone who can provide assistance for on-line submission. Requests for extensions will not be granted. WRITING SAMPLE - A writing sample of no more than 10 pages may be required if selected for an interview. Supporting documents may either be uploaded or faxed to 571-258-4052. The requested information MUST be received by fax within 48 hours prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement (not including Saturdays, Sundays or government holidays). NOTE: Applicants who fail to submit all the required documentation listed above, in addition to their resumes, will be considered ineligible for further consideration for this announcement. Benefits The Office of Inspector General (OIG), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) offers all standard federal benefits that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits. The Department of Transportation recognizes the importance and encourages the use of telework. Telework supports departmental mission and performance goals and improves the Department's capability to support homeland and national security requirements. Telework improves individual and organizational productivity; helps reduce highway congestion and mobile source emissions; serves as a recruitment and retention tool; helps maintain operations during emergency situations; and improves work life quality. This position has been identified as a telework-eligible position.