The Disclosure Management Office (DMO) within the Division of Corporation Finance (CF) provides mission-critical support to CF and CF's Disclosure Review Program (DRP). These responsibilities include facilitating CF's integration of new rulemakings into operations, representing CF's interest in EDGAR, and assisting leadership with updating policies and procedures central to CF's Disclosure Review Program. If selected, you will join a well-respected team and serve as a Senior Special Counsel.

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. Typical Duties Include: Assessing the implications of proposed and final rules on DRP operations and facilitating the implementation of necessary changes to EDGAR and DRP's internal processes, policies, and systems. Facilitating and coordinating communication between the review program and other SEC organizations, such as the EDGAR Program Office, OGC, and other Divisions. Serving as an expert advisor and consultant for the Division on the filing obligations of registrants, particularly about compliance with Regulation S-T. Responding and/or resolving unexpected developments and challenges relating to disclosure document filing and processing, such as EDGAR outages impacting CF registrants and filing corrections. Leading initiatives to update DRP policies and procedures. Providing expert legal advice and assistance for issues or legal problems typically involving sensitive matters.

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-16.
• TRIAL PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a two-year 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 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-16: Applicant must have four (4) years of post J.D. work experience independently identifying legal issues, providing legal analysis, providing legal solutions/recommendations, and preparing legal documents, which includes at least three (3) years: 1) preparing or reviewing public company SEC filings; or 2) providing legal advice regarding the application of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the rules and regulations thereunder; or 3) recommending the resolution of disclosure reporting issues.

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 Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549 US
• Name: ask HR
• Email: [email protected]