The Appellate Group represents the Commission in civil litigation in the U.S. Courts of Appeals and, in conjunction with the Solicitor General, in the U.S. Supreme Court in civil litigation involving federal securities laws. The Appellate Group provides advice to the Commission, individual Commissioners, and staff in the agency's operating divisions and offices regarding the legal sufficiency of proposed rules and other regulatory and enforcement actions.

Duties

At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. The incumbent serves as an Assistant General Counsel for Appellate Litigation. In cooperation with the Solicitor, the incumbent leads the conduct of appellate court litigation involving statutes administered by the Commission and in the rendering of legal policy advice to the Commission, the individual Commissioners, and their staffs. The incumbent is responsible for supervising the preparation of briefs and other court papers in the United States Supreme Court, courts of appeals, and district courts; the review of records in cases where the Commission received an unfavorable decision, to determine whether to recommend appeal to a higher court; and the preparation of legal interpretations, legal memoranda, and other advice for the Commission with respect to difficult, complex and/or novel legal problems arising in litigation and related contexts. The incumbent also argues, or supervises or assists other attorneys in arguing, cases in the United States courts of appeals and district courts. The incumbent carries out supervisory duties, such as performance management, training, awards, and recruitment, and is responsible for keeping employees informed regarding the policies, procedures, and goals of the Commission as they relate to their work on assigned projects. The incumbent manages and directs attorneys within the Office and is responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising work production to meet deadlines and maintain quality. The incumbent has authority to review, accept, amend, or reject work of subordinates. The incumbent plans, organizes, and carries out projects independently, keeping supervisor apprised of the status of those projects and major problems encountered.

Requirements

• CITIZENSHIP: This position is open to US Citizens.
• You must possess a J.D. or LL.B Degree.
• You must be an active member of the bar in good standing.
• Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in you not being considered for this position.
• Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.
• This position has promotion potential to the SK-17.
• TRIAL PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a two-year supervisory trial period.
• SECURITY CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position.
• DRUG TESTING: This position may be subjected to drug testing requirements.
• PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
• This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.
• This position is eligible to request telework in accordance with the SEC 's telework policy.

Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following J.D. or LL.B. degree --AND-- Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement. SK-17: Applicant must have four (4) years of post J.D. work experience identifying legal issues, conducting legal research, providing legal analyses, providing legal solutions/recommendations, and preparing legal documents, such as legal opinions, briefs, memoranda, correspondence, or motions. At least three (3) of those years should encompass experience as a practicing attorney that includes: 1) Applying federal securities laws, federal administrative law, and the rules governing practice in federal courts of appeals; 2) Providing legal advice (both written and oral) and analysis of complex legal issues relating to the federal securities laws and the rules and regulations thereunder; 3) Supervising, leading, or providing guidance and direction to subordinate staff on complex securities law questions; and 4) Conducting appellate litigation by drafting briefs and presenting oral arguments. *Experience in judicial clerkship preferred.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address Office of the General Counsel 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549 US
• Name: ask HR
• Email: [email protected]