As a Supervisory Attorney-Advisor (CR) (ARA), GS-0905-15, you will be part of the Legal Unit New York District. If selected, you will be responsible for recommending and conducting all litigation with respect to the matters investigated by the District's enforcement units where conciliation has failed and for supervising trial attorneys, paralegals and other support staff in these efforts.
Duties
- Responsible for assisting with managing, directing, and supervising the District's Legal Unit.
- Ensures that Legal Unit staff provide appropriate advice to the District’s enforcement staff during the investigation and conciliation of charges and serves as a hands-on resource in the development of systemic discrimination cases.
- Oversees the development of difficult legal theories and the preparation of complex legal documents and directs discovery court hearings and trials.
- Recommends proposed changes in procedures based on operational experience in order to achieve the efficient, effective, and economical accomplishment of the agency's goals and objectives.
- Develops programs for staff training in current or new processes and procedures, including the training of attorneys on the law and the litigation process.
- Makes recommendations to the Regional Attorney regarding resolution of Commission cases.
- Works with enforcement and legal staff to identify potential litigation vehicles, including those involving complex systemic discrimination issues. Ensures that the litigation work of the Legal Unit is performed effectively and efficiently.
Salary
Qualifications
For the GS-15: You must have earned a professional law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, be an active member of the BAR, and have four (4) years of professional legal experience with at least one year being equivalent to the GS-14 level. Professional legal education above the first professional law degree may be substituted for experience required as follows: (a) The second professional law degree (LL.M) may be substituted for one year of experience, (b) The third law degree (J.S.D) may be substituted for one year of experience beyond the LL.M. Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements (e.g., time-in-grade and qualification requirements) within 30 days of the closing date specified in the vacancy announcement. 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
This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: Your Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. Limit resume length to 2 pages. This position has a basic education requirement; you must submit a copy of your official or unofficial law school Transcripts for further consideration. An official transcript is required before being appointed. Proof of current and active BAR Membership in good standing. During the initial review of applications, the Agency will accept photocopies of BAR Membership Cards or screenshots providing proof of active membership in a BAR Association that reflects the bar's jurisdiction or territory, the attorney's full name, bar number, date of admission, and bar status (i.e. active, inactive, retired, etc.). Copy of one recent Legal Writing Sample, not to exceed 10 pages. Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable. Current or Former Federal Employees (if applicable) - please provide a copy of your last or most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" which preferably shows your current title, series and grade (do not submit an Award SF-50). If your current grade is not your highest permanent grade held, submit a copy of an additional SF-50 showing your highest grade held. Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.) Current or Former Political Appointees (if applicable) - The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently or have been a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch within the last 5 years, you must disclose this in your application package. Failure to submit documents required may result in loss of consideration.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/13/2025 to receive consideration. To view the Assessment Questionnaire before applying online, click on this link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12770302 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 https://login.usajobs.gov/Access/Transition 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. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The EEOC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the HR Specialist listed in this vacancy. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. TTY users may contact us via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.
