This position is located within the Office of General Counsel (L), The General section (LG), Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). The purpose of this position is to serve as an Attorney-Adviser (General), providing advice and counsel on matters that fall within the functions of a federal power marketing agency.

Duties

As an Attorney-Adviser (General), you will: Within the applicable subject-matter area, provide legal advice to managers and staff. Support legal positions taken by the United States or BPA, and works with members of various BPA offices and Departmental components to provide opinions and advice within the scope of the assignment. Analyze and interpret various federal and state laws, orders, rules and regulations, and case law applying to the United States and to BPA. Assist in analyzing and drafting proposed legislation, regulations, and/or statements of agency policy. Prepare pleadings and evidence as directed by the United States Attorneys' Office and the Department of Justice, and represent BPA at administrative hearings as assigned. Prepare legal opinions and analyses in areas as assigned by the Assistant General Counsel.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• A two year trial period may be required.
• This position does not support remote work. You will be required to report physically to the official reporting worksite as specified by the supervisor, but no less than 3 days per pay period.
• On occasion, long hours may be involved, some of which may be outside the normal office environment. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-13: Must have a professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) and membership in a State or District of Columbia bar; and one year of professional (attorney) legal experience and advanced educational attainments that clearly indicate the ability to independently perform complex legal work; and one additional year of professional (attorney) experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to that of an attorney at the grade immediately below the one being filled. GS-14: Must have a professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) and membership in a State or District of Columbia bar; and three years of professional (attorney) legal experience and advanced educational attainments that clearly indicate the ability to independently perform complex legal work; and one additional year of professional (attorney) experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to that of an attorney at the grade immediately below the one being filled. Experience requested by management: The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in torts litigation, civil claims against the United States, and e-discovery matters. Additional preferred qualifications include: state or federal court trial experience, strong academic background, organizational skills, and outstanding legal writing and research ability. Ideal candidates will also possess demonstrated analytical ability, good judgment and courtroom skills, and a commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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.

Education

This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Department of Education Accreditation Search to verify school accreditation.
Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.DO NOT email or mail in any of your application documents. Documents will not be accepted outside of the online application system.
Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible".

Contacts

• Address Bonneville Power Administration P.O. Box 3621 Portland, OR 97208 US
• Name: Richard Howard
• Phone: 5032303230
• Email: [email protected]