GSA has an opening for an attorney in the Office of General Counsel, Office of Regional Counsel , Greater Southwest Region, located in Fort Worth, TX. Applicants must possess at least three to four (3-4) years of experience as a practicing attorney, acquired after being admitted to the Bar, with specialized experience and/or familiarity with real estate litigation activities, government contracts, and real estate. The promotion potential for the GS-13 position is at the GS-13 level and the promotion potential for the GS-14 position is at the GS-14 level.
Location of Position: Office of General Counsel (OGC), Office of Regional Counsel, Greater Southwest Region, Fort Worth, TX
The GSA Office of General Counsel, Greater Southwest Division is responsible for providing legal assistance and guidance for regional associates in all areas, including procurement, contract administration, litigation, leasing, disposal, ethics and personnel. Assignments involve complex and difficult legal issues requiring extensive research, analysis and evaluation in controversial areas.
GSA has been repeatedly named as one of the 'Best Places to Work' in the Federal Government'. LEARN MORE about why you should choose GSA.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 10 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Training and development
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area, as needed.
Summary
GSA has an opening for an attorney in the Office of General Counsel, Office of Regional Counsel , Greater Southwest Region, located in Fort Worth, TX. Applicants must possess at least three to four (3-4) years of experience as a practicing attorney, acquired after being admitted to the Bar, with specialized experience and/or familiarity with real estate litigation activities, government contracts, and real estate. The promotion potential for the GS-13 position is at the GS-13 level and the promotion potential for the GS-14 position is at the GS-14 level.
Location of Position: Office of General Counsel (OGC), Office of Regional Counsel, Greater Southwest Region, Fort Worth, TX
The GSA Office of General Counsel, Greater Southwest Division is responsible for providing legal assistance and guidance for regional associates in all areas, including procurement, contract administration, litigation, leasing, disposal, ethics and personnel. Assignments involve complex and difficult legal issues requiring extensive research, analysis and evaluation in controversial areas.
GSA has been repeatedly named as one of the 'Best Places to Work' in the Federal Government'. LEARN MORE about why you should choose GSA.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 10 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Training and development
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area, as needed.
Reviews for legal sufficiency and renders legal opinions and gives legal advice on such subjects as contracts and contract modifications for supplies and services, appropriations, garnishments, regulations, Federal Property and Administrative Services Act, Freedom of Information Act, Small Business Act, and other laws, regulations and subjects applicable to the mission and programs of GSA.
Represents the interests of the Government in hearings before the federal and state regulatory commissions, the Board of Contract Appeals, Government Accountability Office, Agency Protest Official Court of Federal Claims and other administrative boards, including ascertaining facts, prepares litigation reports and assists the Department of Justice in suits by or against the Government filed in United States District Courts or Claims Court. Assists other staff attorneys in legal reasearch and analysis associated with all aspects of regional operations.
Reviews for legal sufficiency and gives legal advice on invitations for bid, solicitations of offers, contracts, modifications and supplemental agreements for leases, construction, alteration and repair of public buildings, disposals.
Provides legal staff assistance and support regarding acquisitions, lease administration, or disposal of real property, including preparing title opinions, contracts, mortgages, conveyances, releases and other legal documents, and participating in consummation of many varied disposals, exchanges, transfers and donations of real property.
GS-14 Duties:
Provide legal advice and services related to real property lease, buildings and space management, site acquisition, and real estate design and construction, including personal property and environmental laws.
Responsible for representing GSA in litigation matters Board of Contract Appeals, the Government Accountability Office, Federal courts and other administrative fora, including planning litigation strategy, organizing all aspects of a case; performing legal research; preparing pleadings, interrogatiories, answers, motions, etc.; conducting discoveries; interviewing material witnesses and other persons; reviewing and analyzing documents contained in Government files and documents obtained on discovery for the purpose of evaluating the merits of a case and preparing for trial; conducting negotiations; preparing and delivering oral argument; and performs all functions at trial required for the vigorous presentation of the case. Cases may involve the wide array of Public Building Services activities, including regulated utilities; leasing, building and space management, site acquisition, environmental legal problems, and property utilization and disposal activities.
Prepares, reviews, approves and interprets leases, lease extensions, lease renewals, lease termination's, restoration agreements, settlements in lieu of restoration, permits, licenses, bid forms and contracts for building services, regulatory material prepared in GSA, and outgoing correspondence, deeds of grants, gift and exchange, proposals for exchange of non-excess property in the active inventory of Public Buildings Service in lieu of cash for the acquisition of property for an authorized GSA program use, proposals to sell, acceptances, escrow agreements, easements, requests to Attorney General for commencement of condemnation proceedings and declaration of taking, and prospectuses for the construction of public buildings.
US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island);
Register with Selective Service, if you are a male born after 12/31/1959;
Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required.
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a Schedule A, Schedule C, or non-career SES political appointee
Serve a two year trial period, if required.
Must have an active Tier 5 background investigation (Tier 5 investigation level) and must have the ability to maintain the security clearance
Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position.
Complete a “Declaration of Federal Employment” (OF-306) to determine suitability for Federal employment.
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here.
The GS-13 salary range starts at $91,447.00 per year. The GS-14 salary range starts at $108,064.00.
If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.
To qualify for the GS-13 level, you must possess all the following:
Successful completion of a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association and possession of at least the initial professional law degree (J.D.); AND
Bar Membership: You must be an active member of the Bar and in good standing of a Bar in a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; AND
Experience: You must have at least 3 years of relevant legal experience commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position, with an emphasis on real estate litigation activities, government contracts, real estate.
To qualify for the GS-14 level, you must possess all the following:
Successful completion of a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association and possession of at least the initial professional law degree (J.D.); AND
Bar Membership: You must be an active member of the Bar and in good standing of a Bar in a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; AND
Experience: You must have at least 4 years of relevant legal experience commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position, with an emphasis on real estate litigation activities, government contracts, real estate.
Education
1. Successful completion of a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association and possession of at least the initial professional law degree (J.D.); AND
2. Bar Membership: You must be an active member of the Bar and in good standing of a Bar in a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
Additional information
Bargaining Unit status: Not applicable
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
Travel expenses associated with interviews maybeapproved. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis.
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. It is excluded from provisions of the career transition assistance program.
Before being hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application if you have not done this. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subjected to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.
Excepted Service - 2 year trial period.
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed. This vacancy announcement does not preclude filling this position by other means, such as reassignment, transfer, reinstatement, or a noncompetitive action. Management also has the right not to fill the position.
All the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references and through other means, such as the interview process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be rated according to qualifications, general experience, specialized experience, demonstrated ability and willingness to meet requirements of position, and demonstrated interest in the practice area. Eligible candidates are evaluated on your resume to assess your overall possession of the competencies/knowledges, skills, and abilities listed below.
Knowledge of the Contract Disputes Act of 1978, the Administrative Procedures Act, the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949, Public Buildings Act of 1959, Federal Acquisition Regulation, GSA Acquisition Regulations, Subchapter D of the Federal Property Management Regulations, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal Rules of Evidence, Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act, Competition in Contracting Act. 1a. Skill at conducting pretrial and trail examination to witnesses.
Knowledge of public laws associated with real property matters and litigation, including the National Environmental Policy Act, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act and other environmental laws, Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, Intergovernmental Cooperation Act of 1968, Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, Economy Act, and Title 31 of the United States Code. 2a. Skill in conducting legal research.
Knowledge of the law of Government contracts
3a. Skill in applying legal theories to factual issues 3b. Knowledge of various laws, regulations, Executive Orders and OMB Circulars which affect PBS and its real property activities
Knowledge of legal concepts and technical skills in the area of procurement and general law, contracting, negotiation techniques.
4a. Knowledge relating to the litigation of cases before the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals, protests at the Government Accountability Office, utiility rate case proceedings before Public Service commisions, and other litigation matters before administrative tribunals or the federal courts 4b. Knowledge of the Contract Disputes Act of 1978, the Administrative Procedures Act, the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949, Public Buildings Act of 1959, Federal Acquisition Regulation, GSA Acquisition Regulations, Subchapter D of the Federal Property Management Regulations, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal Rules of Evidence, Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act, Competition in Contracting Act.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
If you are claiming veterans preference:
a. Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
b. If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:
proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
If you are a current or former political appointee: Submit your SF-50.
Current or Former Federal Employees: Submit your latest SF-50 or similar agency form that shows the position, title, series, and grade.
College Transcripts/Law School Transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college or law school education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s)/law school transcript(s). If selected, an official/sealed transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education. See Application of Qualification Standards at OPM's General Schedule Qualification Policies website for information on crediting education.
Bar Membership: Submit proof of active membership in good standing (Copy of Certification) of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Bar.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the “Fax instructions” provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions.
GSA, Office of General Counsel
General Services Administration
OHRM, Washington Area Operations Center
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER:Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
If you are claiming veterans preference:
a. Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
b. If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:
proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
If you are a current or former political appointee: Submit your SF-50.
Current or Former Federal Employees: Submit your latest SF-50 or similar agency form that shows the position, title, series, and grade.
College Transcripts/Law School Transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college or law school education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s)/law school transcript(s). If selected, an official/sealed transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education. See Application of Qualification Standards at OPM's General Schedule Qualification Policies website for information on crediting education.
Bar Membership: Submit proof of active membership in good standing (Copy of Certification) of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Bar.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the “Fax instructions” provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions.
GSA, Office of General Counsel
General Services Administration
OHRM, Washington Area Operations Center
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER:Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
