You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package. Your application may not receive full consideration if you do not follow the instructions as outlined. This position is located in the Washington, DC Commuting Area in the Office of the General Counsel, at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

Duties

Identifying and resolving LE legal issues and providing written and oral advice to staff based on case law and other research Supporting litigation staff on active litigation cases. Providing day-to-day guidance and advice on litigation matters. Serving as a subject matter expert for other Agency attorneys, including those advising overseas missions, on litigation. Advising Agency staff on litigation policy formulation and application. Reviewing contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, and other obligating documents for legal sufficiency. Collaborating with representatives from other U.S. departments/agencies and bilateral and multilateral organizations.

Requirements

• United States Citizenship is required.
• Relevant experience (see Qualifications below).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Males born after 12/31/1959, must be registered with the Selective Service.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

Basic Requirement: You must be an active member of the American Bar Association in good standing in the District of Columbia, and/or a state or territory of the United States. GS-12: You must have one year of post-Juris Doctorate (J.D.) legal experience in the Federal Service or private sector performing work related to the duties of the position described in the vacancy announcement. One year of experience refers to full-time work. Part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Examples of qualifying experience for this position include: a) rendering legal advice on litigation and enforcement actions, b) representing an organization in legal proceedings and administrative hearings; c) leading paralegals and other support staff. GS-13: You must have two years of post-Juris Doctorate (J.D.) legal experience in the Federal Service or private sector performing work related to the duties of the position described in the vacancy announcement. One year of experience refers to full-time work. Part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Examples of qualifying experience for this position include: a) rendering legal advice on litigation and enforcement actions, b) representing an organization in legal proceedings and administrative hearings; c) leading paralegals and other support staff. GS-14: You must have three years of post-Juris Doctorate (J.D.) legal experience in the Federal Service or private sector performing work related to the duties of the position described in the vacancy announcement. One year of experience refers to full-time work. Part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Examples of qualifying experience for this position include: a) rendering legal advice on litigation and enforcement actions, b) representing an organization in legal proceedings and administrative hearings; c) leading paralegals and other support staff. GS-15: You must have five years of post-Juris Doctorate (J.D.) legal experience in the Federal Service or private sector performing work related to the duties of the position described in the vacancy announcement. One year of experience refers to full-time work. Part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Examples of qualifying experience for this position include: a) rendering legal advice on litigation and enforcement actions, b) representing an organization in legal proceedings and administrative hearings; c) leading paralegals and other support staff. Thorough knowledge of federal government contract law, the False Claims Act, suspension and debarment, the Freedom of Information Act, and/or the Administrative Procedure Act is highly preferred. Experience with complex civil litigation is also preferred. The successful applicant will possess superior oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills, exhibit good judgment and function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment. 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, relevant to the duties of the position to be filled, including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates will be referred to the selecting official if they are found well qualified. Well-qualified means an eligible employee who possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities which clearly exceed the minimum requirements of the position. A well-qualified employee must meet the qualification and eligibility requirements of the position, including any medical qualifications, suitability, and minimum education and experience requirements, meet all selective factors (where applicable); meet quality ranking factors and are assigned to the Silver Category or higher Category; be physically qualified with reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position; meet any special qualifying U.S. OPM-approved conditions; AND be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry without additional training. A well-qualified candidate will not necessarily meet the definition of highly or best qualified when evaluated against other candidates who apply for a particular position. In the absence of selective and quality ranking factors, selecting officials will document the job-related reason(s) for qualification determinations.

Education

This position does have a positive education requirement; therefore, transcripts are required.
A law degree (LL.M. or J.D.) completed at a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) is required.

Contacts

• Address Office of the General Counsel 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20523 US
• Name: USAID HR Help Desk
• Phone: 202-712-1234 X2
• Email: [email protected]