This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/671223000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The incumbent of this position serves as an Attorney-Advisor of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) which was established under the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) of 2002.
Learn more about this agency08/12/2022 to 12/22/2022
$89,834 - $138,868 per year
(GS-12/13 equivalent with promotion potential; salary will adjust based on locality).
AD 12 - 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
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Permanent -
Full-time -
Excepted
13 - AD-13, GS-13 Equivalent - Full Performance Level
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EAC-11609005-22-CB
671223000
This job requires a Public Trust Background Investigation.
The EAC 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, carry out the mission of the EAC as provided by HAVA and set policy for the Commission.
The incumbent of this position reports to the General Counsel and serves as Associate Counsel for Appropriations, Grants, and Compliance. The incumbent will provide legal advice, opinions, and related training on issues pertaining to appropriations law and grants administration to the General Counsel, the Director of Finance, and the Office of Grants Management. In addition, the incumbent will supervise the EAC records management program which includes ensuring agency compliance with National Archives and Records Management (NARA) guidance and regulations. The incumbent will work closely with the EAC Compliance Officer and provide advice and counsel to the Officer on compliance matters affecting the EAC. The incumbent will also work with the Senior Associate Attorney, General Counsel, and EAC division leaders on matters concerning the Paperwork Reduction Act.
The position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This position is excepted from the competitive service.
Responsibilities
Candidate must be a US Citizen.
Candidate must meet all qualifications prior to the closing date of this announcement.
Law Degree - American Bar Association (ABA).
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.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Additionally, EAC will assess qualified applicants by comparing each candidate's qualifications to those pertinent to the position. EAC will consider relevant skills and experience, education and training, performance, and awards. The skills and experience listed immediately below are of particular importance to the position, and applicants should provide specific detailed information in these areas within their resume or cover letter, where applicable, as part of their application.
Required documents include a resume and the supporting documents as described in the "How to Apply Instructions" section of this announcement.
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.
All applicants MUST submit applications via email: resumes@eac.gov.
You MUST include the job title and announcement number in the subject line of the email. You do not need to submit your application package through the USAJOBS process.
Your application package must be received by the closing date of the announcement and must include the following:
1. A resume; (which includes hours worked, starting/ending dates (month and year), and if Federal employment - series, pay plan and grade).
2. For current or former federal employees, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF50) showing your position, title, series, grade and eligibility.
3. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal. If you do not have a recent performance appraisal, please explain why you do not have one.
4. A legal writing sample not to exceed 20 pages.
5. Other Supporting Documents:
Your application materials will be reviewed and if an interview is deemed appropriate, you will be contacted with further information.
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/671223000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Learn more about
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.