Supervisory Attorney Advisor

The Supervisory Attorney Advisor position is in the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO), Department of Administrative Services, Facilities and Security Office (FSO), Security and Facilities Policy Staff. FSO oversees and manages the development and execution of security, emergency preparedness, space and facilities programs for federal courts.

Duties The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO), Facilities and Security Office (FSO) is seeking a dynamic, high-energy, and experienced Supervisory Attorney Advisor to serve as the Chief, Security & Facilities Policy Staff (SFPS). This position reports directly to the Deputy Chief of the FSO. SFPS executes the Judicial facilities and security priorities, provides staff support to the AO's Space and Security Advisory Council (SSAC), and reviews and responds to legislation impacting the Judiciary's space and physical security programs. SFPS provides expertise to the Judicial Conference of the United States (JCUS) and manages the portfolios of the Judicial Conference Committees on Space and Facilities and Judicial Security. SFPS works with the General Services Administration, U.S. Marshals Service, Federal Protective Service, and other AO offices to achieve its mission. The Supervisory Attorney Advisor oversees and manages complex and multi-faced nationwide programs; oversee the legal and legislative issues that flow from these programs; and coordinates with senior officials and service providers. The ideal candidate must have knowledge of federal judicial administration and strong legal writing skills. Additionally, the candidate must possess outstanding diplomatic, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and communication skills. The candidate must have experience working collaboratively with supervisors, colleagues, and external stakeholders. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Overseeing the research and preparation of draft agendas, background materials, reports, and other documents related to the biannual meetings of the Judicial Conference Committee on Space and Facilities and the Judicial Conference Committee on Judicial Security; and the meetings of the Space and Advisory Council and other related advisory groups. Leading the staff and efforts supporting the Committee on Space and Facilities and the Committee on Judicial Security, ensuring matters within the Committees' jurisdiction progress in a timely an efficient manner and stakeholders are appropriately advised of current actions. Identifying and tracking legislative actions within the Committees' jurisdictions; drafting and coordinating responses to legislative inquiries; and developing and participating in congressional briefings, including representing the views of the Judicial Conference and the Judiciary to congressional staff and executive branch officials. Presenting and discussing legal issues with internal and external stakeholders, including Committee members, federal judges, local court executives, and executive branch partners. Overseeing and managing the development, implementation, and execution of complex and multi-faceted nationwide programs. Assisting AO staff with the development, approval, and execution Judiciary's annual facilities and physical security programs budgets. Managing and providing staff support for studies and reviews of the Judiciary's space and physical security programs, including external reviews like those conducted by the Government Accountability Office. Ensuring the SFPS is adequately resourced to perform its mission. Overseeing daily SFPS operations, including financial management, staffing, space, resources, travel, payroll, leave, performance, and training. Salary

• $167,617 - $207,500/year

Qualifications Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Bar Membership: Applicants must currently be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or a federal court of general jurisdiction. Applicants are responsible for citing minimum qualifications such as J.D. and bar membership information (institution name, state(s) for bar, and dates) on their respective resumes. Failure to supply details will constitute an incomplete application. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Post J.D. Experience: Applicants must also possess at least 4 years of post J.D. experience. Specialized Experience: Subsequent to graduation from law school, applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience must demonstrate experience in ALL areas defined below: Leading and managing strategic policy and development analyses at the highest levels of an agency or organization. Researching, writing, and preparing policy, legal memoranda, opinions, legislative proposals, or congressional testimonies. Education Applicants must possess a law degree (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA). Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/. Required Documents For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required: Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 to verify current or former Federal employment status. Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation. How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 02/28/2025 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12683331