The Division of Corporation Finance (CF) - Office of Rulemaking is filling one position for a Supervisory Attorney-Adviser, SK-0905-17 in Washington, DC.

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. If selected, you will join a management team serving as Office Chief in the Office of Rulemaking. You will serve as a senior manager, as a legal and policy adviser, and consultant to agency staff, the industry, and the public for the statutes and regulations which the Division of Corporation Finance program administers. You will serve as a primary supervisor of staff in the Division's Office of Rulemaking and be responsible for completing assigned projects within established timeframes. As a Supervisory Attorney-Adviser, typical duties include: Explaining the registration, reporting, proxy and other disclosure and fraud provisions of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as well as other statutes and rules related to the work of the Division of Corporation Finance. Complying with the procedures and administrative and technical requirements that apply to Commission rulemaking. Performing administrative and human resource management functions regarding the staff supervised in the Division's Office of Rulemaking. Formulating new or revised rules and forms in a manner that satisfies the objectives of a particular rulemaking project using clear language and applying plain English principles and in accordance with established timeframes. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and communication with the Commissioners and their counsel, the Director of the Division of Corporation Finance, Associate Director, Legal and other members of the Division's staff, staff members in other Divisions and Offices, representatives from Congressional offices, top executive, legal, financial and accounting officials or representatives of various types and sizes of business and industrial enterprises in the United States and foreign countries, and with the leading law and accounting firms and associations in the United States.

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 Division of Corporation Finance (CF) employees.
• 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.
• PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• 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 to the GS/SK-14 level. Specialized experience includes: Preparing or examining public company filings made with the Commission involving the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and relevant provisions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002; and/or Preparing and drafting rules, regulations and forms under federal securities laws.

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 Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549 US
• Name: ask HR
• Email: [email protected]