Who may apply: Current, permanent DFAS employees in the excepted service within the Office of General Counsel. This position is in the excepted service. It is filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. Position is located in: DFAS Office of General Counsel, Indianapolis, IN

Duties

Serves as an expert attorney in all practice areas to include but not limited to: fiscal law, federal acquisition and contract administration, assisted acquisitions, commercial bankruptcy debt collection, and contract and vendor pay. Coordinates legislative issues within DFAS by tracking proposed legislation for impact on the directorate, researching the effects of the proposed legislation and drafting proposed legislation as necessary. Performs research, conducts studies, and renders opinions on legal problems involving complex and difficult questions and factual situations pertaining to issues and other critical or sensitive matters that arise within the Directorate. Performs legal review of memoranda, letters, point papers, and responses to high-level inquiries received and advises the Deputy General Counsel, the Principal Deputy General Counsel, and the General Counsel on these matters. Renders legal advice and counsel to senior management, supervisory officials and other DFAS attorneys and comparable levels outside DFAS independently.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S Citizen or National
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
• Suitable for Federal employment
• Completion of an Office of Government Ethics (OGE) confidential financial disclosure form 450.

Qualifications

GS-14: Assignments require the first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) and active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. In addition, the attorney shall have professional legal experience in excess of 3 years that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position. Attorneys performing duties at the GS-14, or equivalent-level positions are expected to perform with substantial independence even when working on the most complex or difficult matters.

Education

Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level.

Contacts

• Address DFAS - GENERAL COUNSEL 8899 E. 56th St. Indianapolis, IN 46249 US
• Name: HR Customer Care Center
• Phone: (317) 212-0454
• Email: [email protected]