This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/676073300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located in the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) Office of General Counsel. The incumbent will provide legal advice and assistance on legal matters arising at USAGM to senior attorneys and staff; performs legal research on a variety of complex legal problems in all areas of responsibility. The areas include but are not limited to procurement law, litigation, and legislation, including agency authorities, and administrative law as assigned.
09/08/2022 to 05/16/2023
$74,950 - $138,868 per year
GS 11 - 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent -
Full-time -
Excepted
13
No
No
EX-11625272-22-AG
676073300
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL), the public, Veterans; All U.S. Citizens.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Incumbent performs legal research in final form, on a variety of the most complex and difficult legal problems in all areas of responsibility of the Office of General Counsel. These areas include but are not limited to procurement law, litigation, and legislation, including agency authorities, and administrative law as outlined below
Legal Research and Problem Resolution
Independently researches the legal questions which arise under regulations, lawsuits, executive orders and other administrative actions involving major Federal statutes affecting the Agency's programs.
Legal Advice
Provides legal advice regarding Federal matters common to most Federal agencies. Independently provides answers to clear-cut issues and to questions for which there are several options from which to choose the most appropriate response.
General Legal Advice
Advice is provided to USAGM senior staff regarding general issues common to most Federal agencies, such as labor relations, employment and personnel law, federal government contracting, intellectual property, administrative Law, Freedom of Information and Privacy law.
Litigation Matters
Coordinates litigation in connection with specific matters arising within USAGM. Conducts discovery (including research of precedent, interviewing potential witnesses, determining what further facts are needed, obtaining technical interpretation of factual issues) and prepares memoranda or reports outlining the facts and issues of the case requiring action to be taken. Prepares litigation strategy for discussion with a senior attorney and/or supervisor within the Office of General Counsel. Prepares cases for administrative forums such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals as well as trials to be conducted by U.S. Attorneys or the U.S. Department of Justice.
EDUCATION DOCUMENTATION:
Attorney positions do have an education requirement. Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LL.B. or J.D. For positions with an education requirement, you MUST submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
In addition you must provide proof of active bar membership.
A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page. If you are qualifying based on foreign education, you must submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Refer to the OPM instructions.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
NOTE: Position is being advertised as open continuous with cutoffs every 2 weeks beginning September 22, 2022 until position is filled.
All information and documents submitted as set forth in the Required Documents Tab will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements and further evaluated as part of the application process.
Qualified candidates will be rated by comparing each candidate's qualifications to the skills and experience pertinent to the position to be filled. Experience, education, training, awards, and performance will be considered. An applicant need not have specific knowledge and experience with regard to each item listed in the Duties section in order to qualify for the position.
All the information you provide may 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. This verification may occur at any stage of the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or firing you after you begin work.
Once your resume or application is submitted, a review of your qualifications will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements and competencies required for this position.
Competencies:
Legal, Government and Jurisprudence
Possession of competencies may be addressed in a cover letter and/or resume. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. Please follow all instructions carefully.
Your application includes your résumé and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your résumé includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position, failure to provide sufficient evidence in your résumé may result in a "not qualified" determination.
1. Minimum Requirements: Your application must show that you meet all requirements, including the education and/or experience required for this position. If your application is incomplete, we will rate you as ineligible.
2. Referral: Since this is an Excepted Service position, a non-rated method of evaluation will be used. We will evaluate your application by comparing your description of your work experience, level of responsibility, and accomplishments with the requirements of the position to determine whether you meet all the qualification requirements. Although competitive examining rules for rating and ranking and veterans' preference do not apply, veteran's preference will be considered as a positive factor. Candidates who meet all the qualification and other eligibility requirements will be referred to the selecting official for consideration and possible interview.
You must include all required documentation, as set forth below, with your application package before the closing date. No extensions will be granted. 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.
Cover Letter: Your cover letter must discuss your interest in the position; your pertinent knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience; and your personal characteristics and competencies that qualify you for the position as detailed in the Duties section of this announcement.
In addition, your cover letter must include the following information:
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your résumé and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
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 are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. If you cannot complete the Application Package online, please contact the Human Resource office.
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
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/676073300. 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 Agency for Global Media (USAGM), formerly known as Broadcasting Board of Governors, is an exciting, multi-media, multi-cultural, global media agency that carries out all United States civilian international broadcasting. Our media networks complement and reinforce one another in a shared mission vital to U.S. national interests: to inform, engage, and connect people around the world in support of freedom and democracy. Our staff of dedicated professionals serve as an example of a free and independent media, bringing news, information, and relevant discussions to a weekly audience of over 350 million people worldwide in over 61 languages via radio, television, Internet, and social media. USAGM networks include the Voice of America and the Office of Cuba Broadcasting (Radio and TV Marti) and four grantee organizations: Open Technology Fund, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, the Middle East Broadcasting Networks (Alhurra TV and Radio Sawa), and Radio Free Asia.
Note: Budgetary conditions may delay or otherwise affect filling this vacancy. However, all interested candidates should apply now.
The USAGM is conveniently located within walking distance to the Green, Orange, Silver, Yellow, and Blue Metro lines.