ATTORNEY-ADVISOR (INVESTIGATION)

The position is within the DFC Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Investigations, which conducts proactive investigations and responds to allegations of fraud, abuse, and misconduct, which may result in criminal, civil, or administrative sanctions. The Senior Investigative Attorney serves as the senior legal advisor and counselor to OIG supervisors and investigators, providing advice on legal issues and sensitive matters in investigations conducted by the OIG.

Duties

• Conducts or assists OIG investigators in conducting investigations involving potential criminal, civil, and administrative violations involving DFC projects, operations, employees, and contractors.
• Conducts sophisticated research, evaluates applicable laws and policy, and proposes viable solutions on complex or sensitive matters involving OIG investigations.
• Provides technical legal advice and guidance on extremely complex legal problems involving OIG investigations, which may be unprecedented or require reconsideration of established procedures and policies.
• Reviews OIG investigative reports and plans.
• Reviews OIG investigative policies and procedures and recommends improvements and updates, taking into account all relevant legal authorities, including emerging guidelines and case law.

Salary

• $169,279 - $197,200/year

Conditions of Employment

• This position is in the excepted service.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. National or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S.
• Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service, unless exempt.
• May be required to successfully complete a two year trial period.
• The incumbent will be required to file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of appointment.
• This position may require travel.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Basic Requirements: Applicants must be (1) a graduate of an accredited law school with an LL.B. or J.D.; and (2) a current member of a bar with a valid license to practice law in a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. If selected, an official law school transcript and proof of an active bar membership will be required.

AND

Specialized Experience: In addition to the Basic Requirement listed above, you must meet the required specialized experience listed below.

You may qualify at the GS-15 level, if you meet the following qualification requirement: At least five years of full-time professional legal experience gained after being admitted to the bar. The minimum five-year work experience requirement includes at least four years of specialized experience that is directly related to the position being filled. At least two of the four years of specialized experience must be at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to that of an attorney at the GS-14 level.

Specialized experience is defined as experience leading, conducting, and/or advising on federal criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations. Experience prosecuting criminal cases in federal court is preferred.


Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LL.B. or J.D., if selected an official transcript will be required. In addition, the selectee will be required to provide proof of an active bar membership. Other Information Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). Telework Suitability: The duties of this position are suitable for telework. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval and if they meet the eligibility criterion in the 2010 Telework Act. Stipulations of Employment: Selection may require completion of a 2 year trial period. Work Schedule: This position allows for a flexible work schedule. Miscellaneous: DFC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. Please Note: This is not a Bargaining unit position. Incentives: Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized for this position. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer (TJO). Please visit https://www.dfc.gov/who-we-are/careers/fairchanceact for more information. Required Documents

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. IMPORTANT UPDATE: Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement.
2. Upon selection, you will be required to provide official transcripts and proof of bar membership.

How to Apply

If you have questions about this job, please contact the HR Office representative listed in the "Agency Contact Info" section of this vacancy announcement.

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