The Smithsonian Institution (SI) is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo.  This position is in the Office of Contracting and Personal Property Management (OCon&PPM). The Office of Contracting and Personal Property Management is responsible for the overall planning, management, simplified purchasing, personal property, travel, and policy programs.

Duties

The Supervisory Attorney Advisor is responsible for managing and overseeing the preparation and execution of Contracts for Smithsonian’s real estate portfolio.

Requirements

• Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
• May need to complete a Probationary Period
• Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
• May be required to serve an 18-month probationary period for supervisors.

Qualifications

GS-14 Experience: You qualify for this position if you have at least for years of specialized legal (professional) experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal Service.  For this position Specialized experience is defined as leading, directing, managing, and supervising or serving as an advisor to management in aspects of contracting for new construction, restoration and renovation of historic buildings and architect and engineering services. The experience includes oversight and implementation of technical and advanced business operations and techniques for a diverse organizational structure, with complex programmatic policies, regulations, and concepts.  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.Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week.

Education

Applicants must (1) possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.), LL.B or equivalent degree from a law school accredited by the American Association of Law Schools, and (2) be a member in good standing of the Bar of the State or the District of Columbia. You MUST submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected. 

Contacts

• Address SMITHSONIAN Office of Human Resources POB 37012, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517 Suite 5060 Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012 United States
• Name: Mrs. Taylor
• Phone: 202-374-0179
• Email: [email protected]