The Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation (OASB) is hiring an Attorney-Adviser to support small business capital formation policy evaluation and analysis. Applicants can learn about the mission of the Office by reading more at http://www.sec.gov/oasb

Duties

At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. Oversee the management and coordination of OASB outreach events including the annual SEC Small Business Forum as well as events in collaboration with other SEC offices and divisions. Typical duties Include: Assist small businesses and their investors in resolving significant problems with the SEC or self-regulatory organizations (SROs).- Identify problems that small businesses have with securing access to capital, including any unique challenges to minority-owned, women-owned, and rural small businesses and small businesses affected by natural disasters. Prepare the Small Business Forum Report to Congress. Identify areas where additional educational content is needed to support small businesses and their investors. Direct the planning, preparation, creation, promotion, and dissemination of educational resources on capital formation. Conduct outreach to small businesses and their investors to share our resources and solicit views on capital formation issues. Interact with a variety of organizations and individuals, both within the SEC and externally, on small business-related issues.

Requirements

• CITIZENSHIP: You must be a US Citizen.
• You must possess a J.D. or LL.B Degree and You must be an active member of the bar in good standing.
• This position is open to current permanent SEC employees only.
• Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in you not being considered for this position.
• Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.
• This position has promotion potential to the SK-17.
• SUPERVISORY TRIAL PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a two-year supervisory trial period.
• SECURITY CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position.
• DRUG TESTING: This position may be subjected to drug testing requirements.
• DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
• This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.
• This position is eligible to request telework in accordance with the SEC 's telework policy.

Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following J.D. or LL.B. degree --AND-- Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement. SK-17: Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent Applicant must have four (4) years of post J.D. work experience as a practicing attorney, three (3) years of which includes: Communicating information and policy on capital formation issues to small businesses and their investors including women-owned, minority-owned, and rural businesses and businesses affected by natural disasters; AND Developing and promoting legally accurate educational content for small businesses and their investors; AND Identifying stakeholders and critically assessing engagement opportunities; AND Communicating complex legal topics in a variety of user-friendly or accessible formats.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549 US
• Name: ask HR
• Email: [email protected]