This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/732589000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Consistently ranked as the best place to work in the Department of the Interior (DOI), and in the top 10% of all agency subcomponents across the federal government, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent office whose mission is to promote excellence, integrity, and accountability throughout DOI. OIG offers exceptional work-life benefits, including flexible work schedules, a robust telework program, ample training opportunities, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.
Learn more about this agency06/20/2023 to 07/07/2023
$151,657 - $183,500 per year
Salary will be determined based on the duty location.
GS 15
1 vacancy in the following locations:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
None
No
Yes
IG-23-12003189-MH-EXC
732589000
This position is with the Office of Inspector General, Office of General Counsel (OGC). This office is responsible for providing legal advice and services to the Inspector General (IG) with respect to audits, evaluations, inspections, and investigations of the DOI's programs, operations, and employee conduct; investigation of employee complaints; reports to Congress; and the government ethics program.
As an Attorney-Adviser you will be responsible for advising on legal matters pertaining to the oversight of the DOI's programs and operations.
Major duties include:
You must have earned a J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member of and be in good standing in the Bar in a State or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Applicants must meet initial and periodic suitability determinations based on favorable background investigations and updates.
Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement.
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be evaluated based on how well they meet the qualifications as listed in this announcement. Applicants will be evaluated based on their possession of the following competencies:
All documentation applicable to you must be submitted by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to submit the required documents will disqualify you from further consideration for this position.
Resume (required) - Your resume must sufficiently describe how your experience fully meets the specialized experience requirements as stated in this announcement for each grade level(s) you are applying (see "Qualifications" section). Your resume must also support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. Credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. We cannot assume you have performed the duties and gained the experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career. We strongly recommend you use the USA Jobs Online Resume Builder to submit a resume. If you choose to use your own formatted resume, you must ensure it contains all of the following for each experience/position listed: job title, name of employer, beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format), hours worked per week, detailed description of duties performed, and if a Federal position, series and grade or equivalent. We will not access web pages linked to your resume to determine your qualifications. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself or any sensitive information.
SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action(required for current or former Federal employees) - If you are a current or former Federal employee, you must provide the most recent Notification of Personnel Action (Form SF-50) that verifies career/career-conditional status (box 24 must show "1" or "2" and box 34 must show "1"), title, series, and grade (do not submit an Award SF-50). Also, provide the SF-50 that reflects the highest grade level held on a permanent basis or the full performance level of your current position, whichever is higher. Candidates applying under an interchange agreement must also provide an SF-50 or equivalent document showing interchange eligibility. Failure to do so will result in an ineligible rating.
Proof of Bar Membership (REQUIRED at time of application) - Documentation of active bar membership in good standing of a state or territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico bar is required.
Transcripts - While not required at the time of application, if you are tentatively selected for the position, official or unofficial transcripts reflecting completion of a Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited school will be required. Official transcripts will be required before a firm job offer is extended.
Veteran's Preference Documentation -There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the OIG considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and other supporting documentation) to verify claimed veteran's preference.
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.
To apply for this job opportunity, you must submit a complete application package including a resume and an on-line application through the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) application system, USAJOBS. This information will be transferred to the DOI OIG's Automated Application System. You have until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to complete the following application process:
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Note: If a determination is made that qualifications and/or experience have been inflated, your score will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After the closing date of the announcement, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. You will be notified by email of your rating and/or referral of your resume to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. You will be informed of the outcome via e-mail. We expect to make a selection within 45 to 60 days of the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
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/732589000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Department of the Interior (DOI) places a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspectives and encourages applications from all interested eligible candidates. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) are fundamental principles that guide the Department and allow us to successfully achieve our mission.
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) provides independent oversight to promote accountability, integrity, economy, efficiency, and effectiveness within the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI). Through our oversight work, we help to safeguard taxpayer dollars from fraud and mismanagement and promote public trust in Government by identifying and preventing misconduct, as well as identifying ways to improve DOI's programs and operations. Our values of integrity, objectivity, and impact guide employee behavior and decisions at all levels
This position is located in Lakewood, CO; Washington, DC; or Herndon, VA and is conveniently located near shops, restaurants, public transportation, and offers free parking (except Washington, D.C.).