Summary
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) seeks an experienced litigator familiar with Federal and administrative litigation to work with a group of professionals at the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). You will lead significant litigation and serve as a senior advisor on litigation matters involving a variety of issues relating to both the internal work of OPM, as well as OPM's government-wide policies, oversight, and programs that support Federal employees, retirees, and family members.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with first consideration given to applicants that apply by Friday, 7/19/2024.
Duties
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) seeks a talented litigator to join its dynamic, high-performing team of attorneys in the Compensation, Benefits, Products and Services Division (Compensation) Division.
Major duties and responsibilities include:
- Mentoring, advising, and assisting other attorneys throughout all stages of administrative litigation. This may include assessing and evaluating cases, developing theories, providing sound procedural recommendations, developing and executing discovery plans, preparing witnesses, reviewing motions and briefs, preparing for trial, and advising on post-trial proceedings.
- Directly supporting, and assisting other attorneys in supporting, the Department of Justice in trial and appellate litigation, including consulting with Justice concerning whether the agency should seek further review of adverse decisions.
- Assisting the Associate General Counsel as needed in the assignment and review of litigation matters.
- Representing the agency in important and sensitive administrative litigation in fora including the General Accountability Office and Civilian Board of Contract Appeals.
- Providing legal advice and assistance to OPM leaders across a diverse and interesting portfolio, potentially including compensation, leave, retirement, health benefits, life insurance, torts, program fraud, and contract and procurement matters.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
- 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
- This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit
- Appointments made from this announcement are exempt from the competitive service.
- Must be an active member in good standing of the Bar of a State, Territory of the United States, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or the District of Columbia.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- A J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association;
- Demonstrated excellence in administrative, trial, and/or appellate litigation; and
- At least one full year of experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated excellence in both written and oral advocacy, including drafting under time pressure.
- Demonstrated experience managing and analyzing complex legal issues and questions.
- The ability to provide excellent customer service and to exercise sound judgment and decision-making in challenging situations;
- 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 compressed 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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Benefits
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.
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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.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Your Resume
- A Cover Letter
- Proof of active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia;
- Other Supporting Documents, as applicable:
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- 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.)
- Performance Appraisals: Current Federal employees must submit their last two performance appraisals.
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.
How to Apply
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 and the job announcement number. For example: Smith, 24-RGJ-12475648-ATT
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
Next steps
References and Writing Sample: If you advance in the selection process, you may be required to submit: (1) three professional references, including references from your most recent supervisors; and (2) a writing sample not more than 20 pages in length.
Deliberate attempts to falsify information in your application may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency.
After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
An agency may not request, orally, in writing, or electronically through the USA Jobs website or other electronic means, that an applicant for appointment for a position in the civil service disclose criminal history record information before the appointing agency extends a conditional offer of employment. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit https://www.opm.gov/about-us/careers-at-opm/opportunities/
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