The Law and Policy Section advises and assists the Assistant Attorney General (AAG) on environmental and policy questions, particularly those that affect multiple sections in the Division. Working with the Office of Legislative Affairs, it coordinates the Division's response to legislative proposals and Congressional requests, prepares for appearances of Division witnesses before Congressional committees, and drafts and analyzes legislative proposals in connection with the Division's work.

Duties

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. The Section assists with coordination of the Division's amicus cases, undertakes other special litigation projects, coordinates the Division's involvement in international legal matters, represents the Division on interagency committees on a variety of issues, and assists the Office of the AAG in developing positions on policy matters related to the work of the Division. For more information about the Environment and Natural Resources Division, visit the Department's web site at: http://www.usdoj.gov/enrd You will serve as Chief of the Law and Policy Section. This Chief oversees a staff of approximately two dozen attorneys and legal support personnel who are responsible for advising the AAG on a variety of legal matters concerning environmental and natural resources issues. You will establish important policy-making priorities, often precedent setting in nature and frequently with nationwide impacts, ensuring the Section's mission is fulfilled successfully. Additionally, you will also assist in the development of ENRD's position on federal regulations, legislation, initiatives, and other matters of interest to the ENRD. Duties include but are not limited to:

Requirements

• We must receive your application by 11:59 pm (EDT) on the closing date.
• J.D. degree and active bar membership required.
• You will be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Report, SF-278 before entrance-on-duty and will be required to provide this information annually thereafter.
• You must provide a narrative statement that addresses the Executive Core Qualifications and Mandatory Technical Qualifications, in addition to your resume.
• You must be a U.S. citizen or national to be eligible for this position.
• Veteran's preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
• Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. You must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered eligible.
• You must complete a background investigation to include pre-employment drug testing.

Qualifications

Only experience obtained by closing date of this announcement will be considered. As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Mandatory Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must address the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and three Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) separately. The application process used to recruit for this position is TRADITIONAL. Your resume must not exceed seven pages, including an optional cover letter. Copies of the Office of Personnel Management's "Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications" may be obtained via the Internet at http://www.opm.gov/ses/references/GuidetoSESQuals_2012.pdf. Please see Application Procedures for specific instructions. Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of the Bar (any jurisdiction). We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions. You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the Section Chief. Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess. YOU WILL BE EVALUATED ON ALL OF THE FOLLOWING MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQ): Your responses to the MTQs should be addressed separately, not to exceed two pages per MTQ. MTQ 1. Demonstrated experience in the management of complex legal issues. MTQ 2. Knowledge of laws, policies and procedures relevant to environmental and policy issues. MTQ 3. Demonstrated experience as a technical authority and expert advisor to support development and implementation of legal and policy initiatives and strategies under federal pollution control and natural resource laws, Indian law, or the Administrative Procedure Act. IN ADDITION, YOU MUST CLEARLY DOCUMENT AND DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs), NOT TO EXCEED TEN PAGES. Please provide a separate response to each ECQ. ECQ1 - LEADING CHANGE. This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. ECQ2 - LEADING PEOPLE. This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. ECQ3 - RESULTS DRIVEN. This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. ECQ4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN. This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. ECQ5 - BUILDING COALITIONS. This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Additional information on the Executive Core Qualifications can be found at http://www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. Please refer to OPM's Guide to the Senior Executive Service Qualifications for more detailed information.

Contacts

• Address Law and Policy Section 950 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20530 US
• Name: Nardia Bennett
• Phone: (202) 514-0106
• Email: [email protected]