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OGC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At OGC, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. We're always growing our network of people, programs, and tools to allow our staff to do their best work. Everyone is welcome. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. OGC is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

The Attorney Advisor duties may include:

• Examine and prepare appropriate response to complaints and hearing requests;
• Prepares the answers, motions, affidavits, briefs, or other pleadings appropriate to the defense of the cases for filing in the courts or administrative tribunals in conformity with applicable rules and regulations;
• Conducts depositions and all other discovery of adverse witnesses and performs cross examination during formal proceedings;
• Attends pretrial and pre-hearing conferences and presents all required motions, statements, summaries, and witness lists;
• Negotiates directly with opposing counsel regarding offers of settlements;
• Prepares in writing and orally presents legal and factual arguments and required motions.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service - http://www.sss.gov
• Suitable for federal employment
• Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. All information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.
• Documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.
• All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date.
• Financial disclosure statement may be required.
• Two year trial period may be required.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

  • Cover Letter including a statement of interest
  • Resume (must include education, including name of undergraduate and law school, degree received and date graduated; date admitted to bar and jurisdiction; a general description of all past employment relevant to the practice of law, including dates of employment and supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone number(s). You may add a notation asking to be notified prior to OGC contacting the listed supervisor.
  • One legal writing sample (no more than 10 pages).
  • Law school transcripts, if graduated from law school within the past five years.
  • Statement of interest addressing experience in providing legal advice on human services-related matters. If applicant possesses immigration-related experience in such field.
  • Proof of active bar status in good standing and eligibility to practice law in state, U.S territory, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (not required if applying as a Law Clerk).
  • Names and contact information for at least three professional references.
  • Veteran's Preference - If you are claiming veteran's preference you must submit a copy of your DD 214
  
  
  
  
  
  

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  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.

• How to Apply

  
  

  
  How To Apply
  
  For more information and to apply for the Attorney Advisor positions, please refer to the link below:
  https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/ogc/careers/open-opportunities/index.html
  
  The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/25/2024.
  
  Hiring Organization
  Office of General Counsel - Procurement Law, General Law, Employment Law, Ethics Law, Health Law, Litigation, Legislation,Civil Rights, Children and Family, Medicaid, Medicare
  
  Salary:
  Denver: $70,181 - $153,659
  Kansas: $64,660 - $141,573
  Philadelphia: $69,579 - $152,342
  Seattle: $70,120 - $153,527
  Washington, DC: $72,030 - $157,709
  Atlanta: $67,437 - $147,652
  Boston: $71,274 - $156,053
  Chicago: $70,987 - $!55,424
  Dallas: $68,994 - $151,061
  New York: $73,962 - $161,939
  San Francisco: $78,081 - $170,800

  Agency contact information

  SROC Help Desk

  Phone

  -

  Email

  SROCHelpDesk@hhs.gov

  Address

  Office of the General Counsel
  200 Independence Avenue, S.W.
  Washington, DC 20201
  US

  Next steps

  
  

  
  You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).
  
  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.).

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents