As an Attorney-Advisor in the Office of the General Counsel, Office of Personnel Management (OPM), you will provide legal advice and representation on significant and important issues primarily relating to OPM's procurement function, but also on appropriations/fiscal and other issues.
Summary
As an Attorney-Advisor in the Office of the General Counsel, Office of Personnel Management (OPM), you will provide legal advice and representation on significant and important issues primarily relating to OPM's procurement function, but also on appropriations/fiscal and other issues.
This announcement opens October 27, 2023. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until this vacancy is filled, or January 1, 2024, whichever is sooner. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY 11:59 PM (EST) ON November 3, 2023 WILL RECEIVE FIRST CONSIDERATION.
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) seeks an attorney-advisor to join its dynamic, high-performing team to lead OGC's procurement law efforts and to serve as a key advisor to the General Counsel, OGC leadership, and other agency leaders on those efforts. The attorney-advisor will also provide advice and counsel on appropriations/fiscal issues.
The incumbent provides expert legal and strategic advice for contracting and financial professionals, executives, and other agency officials on a wide array of contract and fiscal law related matters.
The incumbent serves as a lead procurement lawyer for the agency, including performing the following duties:
Serves as the lead attorney for bid protests at the Government Accountability Office and for contract disputes at the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals.
Provides litigation assistance to the Department of Justice on bid protests and contract disputes at the Court of Federal Claims.
Coordinates with the Office of Procurement Operations in implementing the guiding principles for the Federal Acquisition Regulations System, and reviews procurement and contract documents for legal sufficiency.
The incumbent also serves as a key legal advisor on issues related to procurement and fiscal law by performing the following duties:
Reviews and provides technical assistance on proposed legislation, regulations, Executive Orders, Presidential Memoranda, and other proposed governmentwide policy documents that implicate issues related to procurement or fiscal law for OPM.
Provides legal advice related to oversight inquiries from Congress, the Office of Inspector General, and the Government Accountability Office.
Provides legal counsel to the Office of the Chief Financial Officer and other agency offices on questions related to the availability of appropriated funds, budgeting, and financial management, including, but not limited to expenditures, obligations, apportionments, reprogrammings, and transfers from OPM''s annual appropriation, revolving fund, and various trust fund accounts.
The incumbent also represents OGC on internal boards and committees, develops and mentors other attorneys to practice in the procurement and fiscal law areas, and builds effective relationships with senior staff across the agency, at the Office of Management and Budget, and with procurement and fiscal law attorneys throughout the government.
The duties above may be shared by more than one attorney-advisor. In addition, the incumbent may be called upon to perform other duties as assigned outside the areas of procurement and appropriations/fiscal law.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Must be a member in good standing of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia.
This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit.
Appointments made from this announcement are exempt from competitive service.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Applicants with post-Juris Doctorate (J.D.) legal work experience as a practicing attorney, such as a judicial clerkship or in general law practice, must have:
A J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association;
Active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; AND
To qualify for this position at the GS-15 level, your resume must clearly demonstrate that you have one full year of experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service, plus the demonstrated ability to perform, with very wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, work of outstanding difficulty and responsibility in one or more practice areas outlined above and demonstrated leadership and exceptional attainments. For the GS-14 level, your resume must clearly demonstrate that you have one full year of experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service.
Preferred Qualifications:
The following qualifications are also preferred:
Litigation experience, particularly in the areas of bid protests and/or contract claims;
Substantial experience supporting programs that conduct interagency acquisitions;
The ability to provide excellent customer service and exercise sound judgment and decision-making in challenging situations;
Strong oral and written communication skills;
High competence in legal research and analysis, including the ability to effectively integrate and synthesize facts and law to make legally sound decisions, including in short timeframes;
The ability to work both independently and as a team member in a demanding environment;
Willingness to consider diverse perspectives and ability to navigate changing circumstances;
Ability to effectively manage multiple work assignments and competing priorities concurrently; and
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships, both within and outside OGC.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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
Transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims may be requested. Unless otherwise stated, official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Additional information
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
Incentive payments may be considered.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM.
Veterans' Preference: If you claim veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference (5 or 10 points) you are claiming in your cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation. If you are claiming 5-point 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 click here. There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Office of Personnel Management considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring.
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.
We will review your application package to ensure you meet the job requirements.
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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume;
A Cover Letter, which includes an identification of the GS level(s) for which you are applying;
Proof of active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia;
4. Other supporting documents, as applicable:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Please do not submit any other documentation.
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 apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above to the following email address: OGCJobs@opm.gov. Please include in the subject line your last name, the job announcement number, and the GS level(s) for which you are applying. For example: 23-RGJ-12187917-ATT-JONES-GS-14
OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US
Next steps
You will receive an email acknowledgment when your application has been received. This is not an indication as to the completeness of your application; you are responsible for ensuring that you submit a complete application.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume;
A Cover Letter, which includes an identification of the GS level(s) for which you are applying;
Proof of active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia;
4. Other supporting documents, as applicable:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Please do not submit any other documentation.
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 apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above to the following email address: OGCJobs@opm.gov. Please include in the subject line your last name, the job announcement number, and the GS level(s) for which you are applying. For example: 23-RGJ-12187917-ATT-JONES-GS-14
OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US
Next steps
You will receive an email acknowledgment when your application has been received. This is not an indication as to the completeness of your application; you are responsible for ensuring that you submit a complete application.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
