The United States Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy (OIP) manages the responsibilities related to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which includes coordinating and implementing policy development and compliance government-wide for FOIA, processing FOIA requests and adjudicating all administrative appeals from denials. OIP attorneys may be assigned/reassigned to any one of several distinct but inter-related teams based mission-critical office needs.
Summary
The United States Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy (OIP) manages the responsibilities related to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which includes coordinating and implementing policy development and compliance government-wide for FOIA, processing FOIA requests and adjudicating all administrative appeals from denials. OIP attorneys may be assigned/reassigned to any one of several distinct but inter-related teams based mission-critical office needs.
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As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
As a Attorney Advisor (General) GS-0905-13/14/15, your typical work assignments may include the following:
Processing high-visibility and highly complex FOIA requests for DOJ senior leadership office records, including processing those records pursuant to court deadlines;
Reviewing records in-depth for consultation and disclosure determinations;
Drafting declarations and Vaughn indices, drafting or reviewing court filings, and assisting in the formulation of litigation strategies and legal arguments;
Coordinating and collaborating with litigators in the Civil division and the U.S. Attorney's Offices, Department senior leadership office stakeholders, and other agency contacts;
Negotiating request scope and processing schedules with FOIA plaintiffs through assigned litigation counsel;
Providing instructional training and guidance to various federal agencies regarding compliance with FOIA;
Conducting legal research and providing legal advice involving inquiries and assignments related to the FOIA;
Developing a mastery of assigned area(s) of expertise and updating corresponding section(s) of the United States of Justice Guide to the Freedom of Information Act;
Providing expert advice and guidance to agency personnel and DOJ litigators concerning the application of the FOIA;
Presenting or teaching at OIP training programs and events; and
Maintaining awareness of developments in FOIA and Privacy Act law, regulation, and policy.
Must complete a Background Investigation to include drug testing
Selective Service Registration is required, as applicable
May require completion of one year probationary period
This position requires the incumbent to be able to hold a security clearance at the TOP SECRET/SCI security level.
This position requires the incumbent to submit a Confidential Disclosure Report (OGE-450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing in any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and have at least 1 year post-J.D. experience prior to your start date. (Please note that the time from selection of an applicant to the start date is typically about 3 months.) No exceptions can be made regarding the required one year of experience)
Preferred Qualifications: It is preferred that applicants have knowledge of and a demonstrated interest in the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and have administrative law and/or civil litigation experience. Candidates must have at least one year FOIA processing / FOIA litigation experience to qualify at the GS-13 grade level; at least two years experience to qualify at GS-14 level; and at least three years experience to qualify at the GS-15 level.
Additional information
The salary ranges for this position are:
GS-13: $117,962 - $153,354
GS-14: $139,395 - $181,216
GS-15: $163,964 - $191,900
Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, tax and credit checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation. Applicants will be required to qualify for a Top Secret security clearance.
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience and justifying interest in the position), resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample containing a brief or comparable analytic legal exposition that is your work. Resumes should include a detailed description of employment history, to include dates of employment (month/year). Materials should be submitted as one combined PDF file.
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 are encouraged to email application to: Laurie.Day@usdoj.gov
No telephone calls please. Please reference OIP-ATY-0624 in your cover letter and put your name in the subject of the email, as well as include your name on all submitted materials. Applications must be received no later than midnight, July 21, 2024.
Otherwise, please send to:
U.S. Department of Justice
Office of Information Policy
ATTN: Laurie Day
441G Street, NW
6th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20530
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
When addressing the specialized experience statement, applicants must present evidence of the experience in their resume. If the specialized experience statement is repeated, in the applicant's resume, Human Resources will deem the applicant as 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.
***** If you would like to be considered for the position of Attorney Advisor (GS-0905-13/14/15), please submit your application to: Laurie.Day@usdoj.gov
No telephone calls please. Please reference OIP-ATY-0624 in your cover letter and put your name in the subject of the email, as well as include your name on all submitted materials. Applications must be received no later than midnight, July 21, 2024.
Note: The application materials are required to be submitted electronically as a PDF file by all applicants (including attorneys currently appointed to positions in the Department of Justice).
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Relocation expenses or extended TDY will not be authorized.
Office of Information Policy
441 G Street, NW
6th Floor
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships.
For more information about OIP, please visit our Web page at: https://www.justice.gov/oip
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.
***** If you would like to be considered for the position of Attorney Advisor (GS-0905-13/14/15), please submit your application to: Laurie.Day@usdoj.gov
No telephone calls please. Please reference OIP-ATY-0624 in your cover letter and put your name in the subject of the email, as well as include your name on all submitted materials. Applications must be received no later than midnight, July 21, 2024.
Note: The application materials are required to be submitted electronically as a PDF file by all applicants (including attorneys currently appointed to positions in the Department of Justice).
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Relocation expenses or extended TDY will not be authorized.
Office of Information Policy
441 G Street, NW
6th Floor
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships.
For more information about OIP, please visit our Web page at: https://www.justice.gov/oip
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
