Attorney Advisor (General) Job in Fort Worth, TX

Vacancy No. EXC-25-PDC-12627621 Department Small Business Administration
Salary $112,341.00 to $146,047.00 Grade 13 to 13
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 12/13/2024 Close Date 12/23/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Worth, TX


Summary

You will serve as an Attorney Advisor (General) for the Small Business Administration (SBA), Office of Capital Access (OCA), Processing and Disbursement Center - PDC. Executive Direction in Fort Worth, Texas. The paramount duties of the employee include serving as a senior attorney adviser to PDC management and staff as well as other OCA offices.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens, U.S. Nationals or those that owe allegiance to the United States

Duties

As an Attorney Advisor (General) at the GS-0905-13, some of your typical work assignments may include:

  • Liaises with the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and their attorneys regarding litigation involving Processing and Disbursement Center (PDC) and/or Office of Apital Access (OCA) staff or matters in order to prepare staff for trials and hearings. Gathers information, documentation and reports that are pertinent to trials and/or hearings.
  • Reviews, analyzes and makes recommendations regarding various employee incidents and tort claims involving personnel or against the Agency. Handles intake and investigation of the incidents, gathers appropriate documentation and provides necessary responses on behalf of the organization. Prepares reports on tort claims (such as auto accidents) involving employees of the PDC and/or OCA including denying and recommending approval of such claims to the extent permitted.
  • Reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations regarding subpoenas served to the Agency, the PDC and/or program offices. Ensures accuracy and legitimacy of subpoenas, and ensures they are directed to the necessary parties.
  • Reviews, analyzes and makes recommendations regarding potential and existing employment litigation matters in the PDC. Provides guidance to PDC management regarding potential litigation risks in employment matters.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
THIS POSITION IS REQUIRED TO REPORT TO THE FORT WORTH OFFICE AND MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR TELEWORK.
  • Employee's residing within commuting distance of the PDC may be required to physically report to the PDC four days per pay period or more often as determined by Department Management.
  • Mandatory Overtime: In order to respond quickly and efficiently to disaster survivors, substantial compensated overtime hours may be required while on assignment (up to seven days a week and ten to twelve hours a day).
  • The PDC Ft. Worth, TX location is conveniently located near the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and DART/TRE Station. In addition, employees are eligible to apply for transportation subsidy to utilize the local DART/TRE bus/rail transit system.
  • This is an Excepted Service position and is not in the competitive service.
  • Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur within 180 days from the closing date.
  • By applying for this position with SBA's Office of Capital Access, you can enjoy challenging but satisfying work and join a highly motivated and diverse team that helps families and businesses rebuild their lives after a disaster.
  • This position is not included in a bargaining unit.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government travel credit card.
  • Favorable background investigation and credit check are required.
  • You may be required to complete a one-year trial period.
  • This is not a bargaining unit position.
  • Bar card or letter of good standing.

Qualifications

Experience:

To receive credit, you must indicate the month and year as well as the average hours worked per week for each employer. Average work hours must be stated on the resume to quantify each period of work experience or that experience will not be credited toward meeting the specialized experience requirement.

You must address the specific specialized experience required for each grade level of this position on your resume or application or you will be rated "Ineligible" for that grade level.

GS-13: To qualify you must have at least 2 full years (104 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-12 level in the Federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skill, and ability to perform successfully in this position. This experience may have been gained in a Non-Federal service position. In addition, this Specialized Experience must demonstrate the following
  • Researching, analyzing, and explaining complex statutory, regulatory, and administrative law issues;
  • Developing strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases in administrative proceedings;
  • Writing clear, concise, persuasive legal documents for various audiences;
  • Making effective oral presentations/arguments before administrative third parties; AND
  • Apply statutes and regulations to recommend guidance and/or course of action regarding legal matters

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

GS-13: Applicant must have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LLB or JD). Applicant must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a state or territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

There is no further education requirement for the GS-13 level.

If you do possess a foreign degree, please refer to OPM's Qualification Policies in this link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=General-Policies

Additional information

Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. For additional information visit www.sss.gov.

Telework may be available. For information on Telework visit: http://www.telework.gov/

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.

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration.

The Small Business Administration is committed to building a high-performing, 21st century workforce that possesses the following core attributes: cultural astuteness, technological proficiency, articulate, strong writing capabilities, superior conflict resolution skills, and exceptional presentation skills. Candidates should be prepared as they may be further evaluated on these attributes throughout the application and selection process.

For this position, technical requirements will be used to determine the best qualified candidates. Applicants will provide narrative statements that address the technical requirements, which will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts (SMEs). Based on the evaluation, the best qualified applicants will be referred to the selecting official for consideration. These technical requirements are listed below and must be addressed in the assessment questionnaire.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies:
  • Administrative Law
  • Legal, Government and Jurisprudence
  • Oral Communication
  • Written Communication

Required Documents

Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume showing hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed.
2. Completed Questionnaire

3. Copy of Bar Card and/or Letter of Good Standing.

4. College Transcript(s)
  • Unofficial transcripts may be submitted during the application process; however, official transcripts will be required if selected.
5. Other supporting documents, such as:
  • Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 or other Member Copy showing type of discharge/character of service, SF-15 Form and related documentation, VA letter, etc.)

DO NOT SEND YOUR RESUME OR ANY APPLICATION DOCUMENTS TO THE AGENCY CONTACT.

Your latest resume submitted for this position will be used for qualification determinations and supersedes previous submissions.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
1. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and 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 submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.

2. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.

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

To apply 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 12/23/2024 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, 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.
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Agency contact information

Brandon Pimpleton
Address
Processing and Disbursement Center - PDC
14925 Kingsport Road
Fort Worth, TX 76155
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Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.

SUITABILITY, CLEARANCE & REQUIREMENTS: A background investigation may be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.

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