The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) Unit of the Civil Division is seeking a Supervisory Attorney-Adviser (organizationally titled Chief, FOIA and PA Unit) to play an important role in implementing legally and procedurally strategic approaches to FOIA and privacy, developing strategies to meet priorities, and working closely with staff to respond to the growing number of information requests from the public.

Duties

The Supervisory Attorney-Adviser oversees the processing of FOIA and PA requests. The incumbent ensures that FOIA requests are handled in accordance with the applicable statutory requirements and policy guidance. The Supervisory Attorney Advisor creates or reviews privacy compliance products, such as Initial Privacy Assessments, Privacy Impact Assessments, and System of Records Notices. As a Supervisory Attorney Advisor (FOIA/PA), GS-0905-15, your typical work assignments may include the following: Supervising the day-to-day activities of the FOIA and PA staff, including contractors, by assigning projects, adjusting workloads, and providing feedback on staff performance and work product. Collecting detailed information from various components and organizations to prepare detailed reports and correspondence in a timely manner. Providing advice and interpretation of the FOIA and PA used for response to inquiries from the public. Providing legal guidance to the Civil Division (Division) on the PA and privacy compliance requirements. Providing advice to the supervisor and other Division officials and/or their designees on the legal implications of FOIA, PA, and associated legislation and regulation (e.g., Data Protection Act and Environmental Information Regulations) relating to the disclosure of information to members of the public, Congress, and other agencies. Advising, coordinating, and training the staff and the Division on the legal and technical requirements of FOIA and PA policies and practices. Working with the supervisor and other Division officials, and/or their designees, collabating with Division and Department leadership and attorneys involved in the Department's records and FOIA, e-Discovery, and Litigation Support initiatives to develop and implement Division and Department policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31, 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• You may be required to complete a fourteen month trial period.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access depending on organizational assignment / duty location.
• Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a J.D. degree earned through graduation from a full course of study in a School of Law accredited by the American Bar Association and be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction) and have at least four years of post J.D. experience to qualify at the GS-15 level. You must also be a U.S. citizen. Applicants must demonstrate knowledge of, and experience in, both legal and technical FOIA and Privacy Act disciplines. Applicants should have excellent writing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; and exhibit good judgment.

Education

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see www.ed.gov.

OR

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

All documentation must be in English or include an English translation. https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Civil Division 1100 L Street, NW Washington, DC 20530 US
• Name: Victoria Jones
• Phone: (202) 514-9048
• Email: [email protected]