This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/517115100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Key Requirements
11/21/2019 to 12/05/2019
$61,926 - $106,012 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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EAC-20
517115100
Incumbent assists the General Counsel with ensuring that the Commission meets all Federal, state and local legal and regulatory requirements; reviews proposed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with same; and assist in keeping key staff informed of changes in all Federal, state, and local laws and regulations that may affect EAC 's operations.
Conducts legal research; drafts legal opinions; and provides written and oral advice to the GC, the Commission, and EAC staff in the areas of election administration, freedom of information and privacy, ethics and conflicts of interest, grants, procurement, personnel matters, appropriations, and legislation. Participates in the development of agency policies, guidance, guidelines, advisories, directives, and procedures regarding EAC operations and the implementation of HAVA and NVRA.
The incumbent works on administrative issues and manages EAC's records management program in accordance with existing policies and regulations. Establishes and maintains effective controls over the operation organization, maintenance and use of records within EAC. Develops and implements standard operating procedures and plans for the proper disposition of EAC records.
Participates with EAC's Information Technology office to develop and implement various E-records projects and initiatives to transform all of EAC's paper records to electronic records.
Incumbent communicates legal advice and negotiates with third parties on behalf of clients. Prepares and present responses, facts, opinions, presentations and draft decisions for consideration and adoption by agency officials.
Incumbent is knowledgeable of the Help America Vote act of 2002, the National Voter Registration Act, the Freedom of Information Act, the Ethics in Government Act, and any pertinent regulations, policies, procedures, precedents, and directives affecting election administration and the Federal Advisory Committee Act.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Please read the "Qualifications" section.
Benefits
Tele-work / telecommuting may be made available after an established waiting period.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume/application will be made to ensure you meet the qualification and job requirements for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies.
Resume and supporting documents.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.
Your application package must include the following:
A resume or an Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612) or any other format. Although we do not require a specific format, certain information is required to determine if you are qualified;
If you are a current or former federal employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF50) showing your position, title, series, grade and eligibility;
A copy of your most recent performance appraisal. If you do not have a recent performance appraisal, please explain why.
All APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SENT TO: resumes@eac.gov
You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.
The materials you send with your application will not be returned.
Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application. Please do not place your application in a notebook or binder.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/517115100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The United States Election Assistance Commission (EAC) was established by the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). The agency is charged with developing guidance to meet HAVA requirements, adopting voluntary voting system guidelines, accrediting testing laboratories, certifying voting systems, maintaining the national mail voter registration form, auditing the use of HAVA funds, and serving as a national clearinghouse of information about election administration. Four commissioners, appointed by the president and confirmed by the U.S. Senate, are responsible for setting policy and assuring the mission of the EAC is carried out.