This position is located in the FLRA/OIG in Wash., DC. The incumbent has a dual role who serves as Counsel to the Inspector General (IG) and serves as the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations. The Counsel/AIGI is responsible for investigating serious and often sensitive and complex misconduct or mismanagement allegations involving FLRA employees and contractors as well as allegations and conducting special reviews on matters of importance to our stakeholders and the public.
Summary
This position is located in the FLRA/OIG in Wash., DC. The incumbent has a dual role who serves as Counsel to the Inspector General (IG) and serves as the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations. The Counsel/AIGI is responsible for investigating serious and often sensitive and complex misconduct or mismanagement allegations involving FLRA employees and contractors as well as allegations and conducting special reviews on matters of importance to our stakeholders and the public.
This position is located in the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) in Washington, DC. The incumbent serves as Counsel to the Inspector General (IG) and serves as the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI) in the OIG. The Counsel/AIGI is responsible for investigating serious and often sensitive and complex misconduct or mismanagement allegations involving FLRA employees and contractors as well as allegations and conducting special reviews on matters of importance to our stakeholders and the public.
The incumbent individually prepares investigative plans, interview strategies, and reports of investigation arising under the jurisdiction of the IG Act. The incumbent independently prepares legal analyses of evidence collected from subjects and witnesses during the investigation to be included in the public reports of investigation.
The Counsel/AIGI provides operational oversight of the legal and investigation functions within the OIG, including ensuring legal guidance and documents are properly presented and maintained, investigations are properly planned and executed, and all OIG products are compliant with Federal and FLRA laws, standards, policies, and procedures.
Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expense: will not be paid
Bargaining Unit Position: No
All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Drug Test Required: No
Must be able to pass and maintain a background investigation.
Must be an active member of the Bar Association and in good standing.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application.
Qualifications
In order to receive full consideration, applicants must have:
Specialized Experience:
The selectee must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the GS-14 grade level, which has equipped the selectee with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Professional experience in an organization that conducts investigative, prosecutorial, oversight, inspection, audit, or compliance functions.
Extensive experience analyzing complex legal issues, including making statutory, regulatory, and contract interpretations; and developing sound and supportable legal recommendations and arguments.
Demonstrated ability to represent an organization professionally and articulate the organization's position at meetings and in interactions with high-level officials, and to coordinate with internal and external offices.
Education
Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or equivalent from an accredited law school. Official or unofficial transcripts must be submitted with your application package.
You MUST provide official or unofficial transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
GENERAL EDUCATION: All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at an institution that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for it to be credited towards qualifications. For a list of schools that meet these criteria, see https://www.ed.gov/accreditation?src=rn. Applications submitted without the required supporting documents will not be accepted. An unofficial transcript; statement from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official; or equivalent documentation is acceptable at the time of application. Education submitted must be appropriately accredited by an accredited body recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. For additional information, refer to the U.S. Department of Education web site at: http://www.ed.gov.
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: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Equal Opportunity Employer - FLRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, political affiliation, union affiliation or non-affiliation, marital status, non-disqualifying physical handicap, or any other non-merit reason.
Hatch Act - The Hatch Reform Amendments of 1993 (Public Law 103-94) prohibit individuals from requesting, making, transmitting, accepting, or considering political recommendations (as defined in 5 U.S.C. 2202) in effecting personnel actions.
Reasonable Accommodation - FLRA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the FLRA's Human Resources Division. Decisions on reasonable accommodation requests will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Transportation and Relocation Expenses Are Not Authorized - FLRA will not pay any travel, transportation, or relocation expenses. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty are the responsibility of the selected candidate. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice.
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.
Applicants will be rated based on their education, experience, demonstrated legal research and writing abilities, and performance during the interview process. Basis for evaluation: If eligible and meeting basic qualifications, your application package will be evaluated in conjunction with your resume and supporting documents for the required knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of this position:
If you meet the minimum education and qualifications stated in the vacancy announcement, we will compare your resume and supporting documentation to your responses on the occupational questionnaire. Your resume must support your responses to the occupational questionnaire. After review of your application materials, if you are determined to be minimally qualified, you will be referred to the selecting official. Applicants will be evaluated on the following competencies:
Attention to Detail
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Self-Management
Writing
Please be advised that the FLRA Attorney positions are in the Excepted Service. As such, these positions are not covered by the usual civil service hiring procedures. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications stated herein. We will perform an initial review of applications to determine basic eligibility and minimum qualifications for the position and numeric scores will not be assigned.
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.
You are required to provide documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume and assessment questionnaire. You must submit the applicable documents listed here and those listed with the eligibilities you select in the announcement questionnaire with your application package. Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation that fully support their claims will not be referred to the hiring manager.
The following documents are required for a COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE:
A Complete Resume is required: Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week, and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS- ) for relevant federal experience. Please see OPM's video on Resume Writing Tips: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk
Cover letter is optional.
Responses to the questionnaire.
A copy of your law school transcript (unofficial or official) from an institution accredited by the American Bar Association. Proof that you are an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.
A copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable). Note: Federal Employees: Failure to submit your most recent SF50, will disqualified you) A copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if applicable). Note: Federal Employees: Failure to submit your most recent Performance Appraisal, will disqualified you)
DD-214 (member copy 4) (if applicable).
SF-15 Form (if applicable).
VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities (if applicable).
Most recent satisfactory performance appraisal.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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 be considered for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Office of the Inspector General
1400 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20424
US
Next steps
Once your application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your eligibility. You will only be contacted if you are found eligible and if you are selected for an interview. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for OGC of the Federal Labor Relations Authority to share your application with others in OGC for similar positions.
By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after you begin work; or, you may be fined or jailed.
After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation (if applicable).
You will be required to submit official documentation prior to appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, veterans' preference, disability, etc.).
FLRA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about e-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
You are required to provide documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume and assessment questionnaire. You must submit the applicable documents listed here and those listed with the eligibilities you select in the announcement questionnaire with your application package. Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation that fully support their claims will not be referred to the hiring manager.
The following documents are required for a COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE:
A Complete Resume is required: Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week, and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS- ) for relevant federal experience. Please see OPM's video on Resume Writing Tips: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk
Cover letter is optional.
Responses to the questionnaire.
A copy of your law school transcript (unofficial or official) from an institution accredited by the American Bar Association. Proof that you are an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.
A copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable). Note: Federal Employees: Failure to submit your most recent SF50, will disqualified you) A copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if applicable). Note: Federal Employees: Failure to submit your most recent Performance Appraisal, will disqualified you)
DD-214 (member copy 4) (if applicable).
SF-15 Form (if applicable).
VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities (if applicable).
Most recent satisfactory performance appraisal.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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 be considered for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Office of the Inspector General
1400 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20424
US
Next steps
Once your application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your eligibility. You will only be contacted if you are found eligible and if you are selected for an interview. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for OGC of the Federal Labor Relations Authority to share your application with others in OGC for similar positions.
By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after you begin work; or, you may be fined or jailed.
After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation (if applicable).
You will be required to submit official documentation prior to appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, veterans' preference, disability, etc.).
FLRA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about e-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
