The Counsel position is located Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Ethics Staff. The OGC provides legal advice and services to the Director and Administrative Office of the United States Courts (AO) staff, the Judicial Conference of the United States and its committees, judges, and other senior court officials. The Office is responsible for rendering legal opinions and advice on a wide range of issues in the field of Federal judicial administration.

Duties

This position will report to the Assistant General Counsel, Chief of the Ethics Staff-Financial Disclosure in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). The OGC is seeking a Counsel to join its team. The incumbent will serve as Assistant Chief of the Financial Disclosure Staff and Staff Counsel to the Committee on Financial Disclosure of the Judicial Conference of the United States and assist with providing professional advice and guidance related to the implementation and administration of the financial disclosure provisions of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, as amended. Additional responsibilities include assisting with reviewing and certifying report compliance with applicable laws, and the management of staff. The ideal candidate must have excellent legal research and analytical skills; the ability to write clearly and succinctly; the ability to plan, organize, and work effectively under demanding circumstances and time constraints; the ability to identify and resolve problems effectively; and the ability to communicate effectively with AO management, judges and other senior court personnel, and employees of the Executive and Legislative Branches. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Managing and supervising a team consisting of paraprofessionals and administrative staff responsible for examining and reviewing financial disclosure reports required to be filed by federal judges and qualifying Judiciary employees in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978. Managing and administering the redaction process in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, and releasing reports requested by the public. Supporting the Committee on Financial Disclosure by providing policy and operational advice and guidance throughout the year and organizing and preparing agenda books, Judicial Conference reports, and other materials (i.e., statistical reports, research, and recommendations) relating to biannual Committee meetings. Providing comprehensive advice and guidance concerning interpretations of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, Committee procedures, financial disclosure reporting requirements related to investment and financial instruments, and the public disclosure policies to the Director of the Administrative Office, General Counsel, judges, judicial employees and staff, and the public. Managing, in consultation with the appropriate technology staff, the development, maintenance, and operation of the current Financial Disclosure Online Reporting System and the Financial Disclosure Reporting software; and leading the transition to a modernized financial disclosure system. Consulting and collaborating with designated Assistant General Counsels to develop and provide legal advice and recommendations regarding the application of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, the Judicial Conduct and Disability Act, the Codes of Conduct, and related statutes and regulations.

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Bar Membership: Applicants must currently be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or a federal court of general jurisdiction. Applicants are responsible for citing minimum qualifications such as J.D. and bar membership information (institution name, state(s) for bar, and dates) on their respective resumes. Failure to supply details will constitute an incomplete application. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Post J.D. Experience: Applicants must also possess at least 3 years of post J.D. experience. Specialized Experience: Subsequent to graduation from law school, applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) (preferably 3 or more years) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience must demonstrate experience in ALL areas defined below: Experience as a practicing senior level attorney for the federal government or private sector providing legal advice and guidance on a broad range of issues, policies, procedures, and legislative matters; Providing advice and guidance to senior level officials concerning ethics law; and Experience with financial disclosure reporting requirements for investment and financial instruments.

Education

Applicants must possess a law degree (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA). Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Office of General Counsel One Columbus Circle NE Washington, DC 20544 US
• Name: Rosemarie Thompson
• Phone: 202-502-3800
• Email: [email protected]