Job opening: SUPERVISORY ATTORNEY-ADVISER
Salary: $145 639 - 284 600 per year
Published at: Oct 25 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
The Office of the Managing Executive within the Division of Examinations is hiring a Supervisory Attorney Adviser. The position will serve as the Branch Chief for the Solutions Branch which is responsible for developing and implementing technical solutions to meet the mission needs of the Division.
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.
This position is in the Office of the Management Executive - Office of Technology Services within the Division of Examinations and will be located in one of the following locations: Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, Ft. Worth, TX, Los Angeles, CA, Miami, FL, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, San Francisco, CA or Washington, DC.
The mission of the Division of Examinations is to protect investors, ensure market integrity and support responsible capital formation through risk-focused strategies that: (1) improve compliance; (2) prevent fraud; (3) monitor risk; and (4) inform policy. The results of the Division's examinations are used by the SEC to inform rule-making initiatives, identify and monitor risks, improve industry practices and pursue misconduct.
If selected, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for supporting EXAMS' mission to conduct and coordinate the nationwide examination program for entities over which the Commission has regulatory authority.
As a Supervisory Attorney Adviser, you will:
Establish and develop program strategies and initiatives, coordinating and implementing strategic plans, and preparing complex reports and data analysis (e.g., advanced Microsoft Excel skills) to support Senior Leadership decision making;
Oversee a team responsible for managing and executing IT projects to deliver on business requirements that are within scope and budget and on schedule;
Supervise a team of project managers and monitor progress of projects, identify and manage risks related to successful completion of projects, and escalate issues to OTS senior management as appropriate;
Prepare and manage communications with project stakeholders and OTS/EXAMS leadership and present status update reports to OTS management;
Assess and prioritize examiner technology needs to include evaluating and prioritizing ongoing/proposed examination program IT projects; and
Exercise judgment and discretion on matters requiring an acute sense of awareness both organizationally and politically.
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 EXAMS 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-15.
- 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-15: Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-13 level. Specialized experience includes:
Presenting complex information both orally and in writing to non-technical audiences;
Managing major IT systems development projects throughout the agile lifecycle;
Applying project management concepts, practices, and methodologies such as developing project plans, preparing and managing budgets, leading integrated project teams, etc; AND
Developing recommendations and assisting in determination of information system requirements.
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 Examinations
100 F Street NE
Washington, DC 20549
US
- Name: ask HR
- Email: [email protected]