The employee serves as an attorney in OGC's Administrative Law Group's Data, Research, and Statistics Team (DRS Team). The employee provides legal advice and representation to the General Counsel and other OGC staff, FHFA's Research Officer, FHFA's Chief Data Officer, the Division of Data, Research, and Statistics (DRS), the Division of Housing, Mission and Goals, the Office of Strategic Initiatives and other offices in FHFA with respect to the operations and activities of FHFA.
Summary
The employee serves as an attorney in OGC's Administrative Law Group's Data, Research, and Statistics Team (DRS Team). The employee provides legal advice and representation to the General Counsel and other OGC staff, FHFA's Research Officer, FHFA's Chief Data Officer, the Division of Data, Research, and Statistics (DRS), the Division of Housing, Mission and Goals, the Office of Strategic Initiatives and other offices in FHFA with respect to the operations and activities of FHFA.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT EXENDED THOUGH MONDAY AUGUST 21ST.
The employee will provide advice with respect to the Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018 (the Evidence Act); FHFA's Information Sharing activities; matters arising in connection with FHFA's research, data governance and data modelling activities; the Information Quality Act; the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA); FinTech related matters; FHFA's internal controls and, other duties as assigned.
General Duties
1. Reviews and assists in the development and drafting of documents such as legal opinions, regulations and related documents, correspondence, and other documents of importance to the agency.
2. Contributes to the development of legal advice and determinations in matters involving the planning, discussion, and coordination of activities related to FHFA's Data, Research and Statistical activities.
3. Researches, analyzes, and evaluates legal issues pertaining to FHFA to prepare legal documents, reports and memoranda for review, approval, and use by senior staff.
4. Drafts legal documents and prepares presentations for senior staff and management on matters and research topics related to FHFA's Data, Research and Statistical Activities, PRA, data governance and modelling, information sharing, FACA, Evidence Act, FinTech, the Information Quality Act, FHFA's internal controls and other assigned topics.
5. Takes initiative to identify problems, develop solutions, and make recommendations by applying legal knowledge to agency functions.
6. Work with the Managing Associate General Counsel DRS and others to assist DRS and other divisions in ensuring compliance with FHFA and Government-wide policies, procedures, and legal requirements. Provides support for audits and reviews involving DRS activities and operations conducted by external auditors (i.e., GAO, FHFA Inspector General).
7. Participates in conferences, meetings, and presentations, and provides advice to attorneys and staff.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
Evidence Act:
9. Under the guidance of the Managing Associate General Counsel for DRS, the employee will work collaboratively in support of FHFA's activities related to the implementation of, and compliance with, the Evidence Act, including working collaboratively with senior staff and others within FHFA on matters involving or related to the Evidence Act.
Information Sharing:
10. The employee will work in support of FHFA's activities related to information sharing with third parties, including other Federal agencies. The employee will negotiate and draft information sharing agreements, letters, and other relevant documentation; review and/or develop procedures related to information sharing; and provide advice to DRS and other offices regarding information sharing related matters.
11. Under the guidance of the Managing Associate General Counsel DRS Team, the employee will be responsible for collaboratively working with the Chief Data Officer and others in planning, developing, and maintaining the full range of policies, procedures, tools and techniques and reports for FHFA's information sharing activities.
Paperwork Reduction Act:
12. The employee will support FHFA's activities related to agency compliance with, and obligations arising out of, the PRA. Under the guidance of the Managing Associate General Counsel DRS Team, the employee will work collaboratively with the relevant program offices within FHFA in planning, developing, and maintaining the full range of policies, procedures, tools, and techniques necessary for FHFA's compliance with the PRA. The employee will assist in monitoring and tracking PRA related matters; provide advice to the General Counsel, FHFA legal and program staff; and ensure that FHFA is supporting "best practices" in the subject matter area.
Federal Advisory Committee Act
13. The employee will provide legal advice and support to FHFA staff with respect FACA related activities, including but not limited to FHFA agency-wide and departmental compliance with laws and regulations and associated matters. The employee will provide legal advice and counsel (including project support) to FHFA's FACA related matters.
Additional Matters
14. The employee will provide legal advice and support to FHFA staff with respect to FinTech, FHFA internal controls and other matters as assigned.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
Qualifications
BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following
- J.D. or LL.B. degree --AND-
- Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Qualifying experience for the EL/GS-12 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the EL/GS-11 which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include the following:
Conducting legal research and analysis on issues or matters related to any of the following areas of law, or a related subject matter:
Evidence Act, Infrmation Quality Act, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA), Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Financial Technology, e-Discovery, internal controls, or other related areas of law.
Supporting legal research and analysis in the development of policies and procedures, guidance, or legal opinions or other legal documents.
Addressing legal issues related to one of the following subject matters:
privacy and information law.
data use, disclosure, and governance and control matters.
research and statistical matters;
internal controls.
Qualifying experience for the EL/GS-13 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the EL/GS-12 which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include the following:
Conducting legal research and analysis and providing legal advice on issues or matters related to one or more of the following topics:
Evidence Act, Infrmation Quality Act, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA), Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Financial Technology, e-Discovery, internal controls, or other related areas of law.
Collaborating with legal professionals and subject matter experts to participate in the development of policies and procedures, guidance, or legal opinions or other legal documents.
Drafting and preparing legal documents related to privacy or information law, including but not limited to:
Drafting and preparing infrmation and data sharing agreements and memorandums of understanding.
Preparing PRA documentation drafting and reviewing FACA-related documents.
Preparing and drafting documents supporting Evidence, Information Quality, or HMDA Act compliance; or
Preparing and reviewing Agency policies and procedures on related areas of law or policy.
Addressing legal issues related to one of the following subject matters:
data use, disclosure, and governance and control matters.
research and statistical matters;
internal controls.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: (1) official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
FHFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 years of age or over), genetic information, parental status, marital status, prior protected EEO activity, political affiliation, or other non-merit factors.
REASONABLE ACCOMODATION:
FHFA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, except when doing so would pose an undue hardship on the Agency. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify FHFA at (202) 649-3963. The Agency's decision on granting a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Ethics: FHFA employees are subject to government-wide ethical standards of conduct, financial disclosure requirements, and post-employment prohibitions. In addition, certain FHFA employees are prohibited from accepting compensation from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for a two-year period after terminating employment with FHFA. Furthermore, to avoid financial conflicts-of interest or the appearance of conflicts-of-interest, FHFA employees may need to divest or sell certain assets they, their spouse, or minor children own or control, including securities issued by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or the Federal Home Loan Banks. Employees who work on Federal Home Loan Bank issues may need to sell or divest financial interests with any of the Federal Home Loan Bank members, which may include stock in bank holding companies, insurance companies, and other financial services firms. Questions regarding these requirements and prohibitions should be directed to the Office of General Counsel at (202) 649-3088.
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.
This position is in the excepted service. All applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the selecting official for consideration.
All of 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 or through other means, such as the interview process. This verification could 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.
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.
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 position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/21/2023 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
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/.
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Janice Obeido at janice.obeido@fhfa.gov or (202) 649-3742 to obtain an alternative application.
FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY
400 7th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20219
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, we will review your materials to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in his/her resume and the completed Occupational Questionnaire. Applicants deemed best-qualified may be contacted for an interview. We anticipate making a final job offer for this position within 45 days after the deadline for applications. All candidates will be notified of the final disposition.
There is currently one vacancy available. However, should additional vacancies become available within three months from the opening date of this announcement, eligible applicants for this position may be referred for consideration for the additional position(s).
We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the Federal Housing Finance Agency
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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 position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/21/2023 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
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/.
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Janice Obeido at janice.obeido@fhfa.gov or (202) 649-3742 to obtain an alternative application.
FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY
400 7th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20219
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, we will review your materials to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in his/her resume and the completed Occupational Questionnaire. Applicants deemed best-qualified may be contacted for an interview. We anticipate making a final job offer for this position within 45 days after the deadline for applications. All candidates will be notified of the final disposition.
There is currently one vacancy available. However, should additional vacancies become available within three months from the opening date of this announcement, eligible applicants for this position may be referred for consideration for the additional position(s).
We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the Federal Housing Finance Agency
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
