Attorney Advisor (General)

Summary

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Please visit DOJ Careers on this specific vacancy announcement. The DOJ typically hires hundreds of attorneys each year.

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: All groups of qualified individuals.

This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
  
  Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Veterans

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens

Duties

This position is a Deputy Chief of Staff position, located within the Department of Justice (DOJ), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Office of the Administrator (A). This position serves as Attorney Advisor in the Office of the Administrator, focusing on the regulatory functions of the DEA. Serves as a close, confidential advisor to and representative of the Administrator.

Following the direction of the Administrator, the incumbent is responsible for:

• Reviewing administrative cases; analyzing transcripts and records generated in connection with the administrative process;
• Performing legal analysis, research, and writing on administrative law issues;
• Working closely with the DEA Administrator and staff in the preparation of final orders for issuance by the Administrator.

Do your career "Justice" by working with DOJ, which has been ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government. Come and join the nation's law enforcement agency, where our most important resource is our people. The Department leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. Become a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission. All applicants for employment with DEA must possess and maintain the highest levels of character and conduct. DEA will evaluate applicants' qualifications based on these qualities. Once a conditional offer is made, DEA will conduct a continuous evaluation of information, as it is obtained, to ensure that the prospective employees with DEA meet the agency-specific qualifications in the areas of character and conduct. To this end, an unfavorable decision in any of the areas that follow will be deemed as disqualifying: Drug Policy Requirements (as specified in this announcement), Credit History, Candor and Honesty, Work History, History with the Law, and other qualities that would detract from the integrity and efficiency of the DEA.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Security Clearance
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Drug testing designated position
• Must be active member of a Bar Association

Qualifications

All applicants must be an active member of a bar in good standing (any jurisdiction) and possess: 1) a J.D. degree; 2) excellent academic credentials; 3) strong oral and written advocacy skills; 4) superior legal research and analytical skills; and 5) a demonstrated ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment. Five (5) years of legal experience is preferred, and experience in administrative law is also preferred but not required.

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.

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

• 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.
  
  Review our 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.
• 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.
  
  Applicants must submit a detailed resume, a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, a legal writing sample, transcripts and the below-described Drug Questionnaire.
  
  The cover letter should include the announcement number, job title, and location.
  
  A copy of the Drug Questionnaire can be located at:
  
  https://www.justice.gov/forms?title=Drug+Questionnaire&field_component_target_id=466&items_per_page=25
  
  If Applicable; Applicants must submit as SF-50 and annotate on their resume if they are a current or former Political Appointee (within the last 5 years). All Application materials must be in a least 12-point font. Writing samples should not exceed 10 pages. The applicant's cover letter should highlight relevant experience and qualifications applicable to the position.
• How to Apply
  
  To apply for this position, please read and follow all instructions in this announcement, complete the online application, and submit the documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section.
  
  Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on 10/03/2024to receive consideration.
  
  1. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
  
  2. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. See the "Required Documents" section for any additional forms and/or supplemental materials required.
  
  3. Read all Eligibility questions and respond accordingly to any Eligibility you wish to claim. You will only be considered for those Eligibility questions (Status Applicant, Reinstatement, Schedule A, etc.) you respond in the affirmative to, regardless of what documentation you submit. We cannot assume you intended to respond differently to a question based on other information in your application package.
  
  4. Verify all required documentation is included in your application package.
  
  We cannot assume responsibility or grant extensions for personal issues (e.g., troubles navigating the application process, loss of internet, not understanding a question) when applying to our announcements.
  
  For resume writing guidance, please visit the following resources: USAJOBS Resource Center, and the USAJOBS Resume Writing Video Tutorial.
  
  Reasonable Accommodations Request: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about disability employment and reasonable accommodations or how to contact an agency.
  
  If applying online poses an extreme hardship, you may request alternate application procedures to submit your application package. Contact the Human Resources office listed on the announcement between the business hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET at least 2 working days prior to the closing date of this announcement. The application package for alternate application procedures must be submitted and received in the Human Resources office no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of this announcement. Paper applications and information sent by mail will not be accepted.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Debra Jordan
  
  Phone
  
  571-776-2688
  
  Email
  
  Debra.M.Jordan@usdoj.gov
  
  Address
  
  Drug Enforcement Administration
  
  Do Not Send Postal Mail
  
  Springfield, VA 21310
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Applicants will be notified if they are selected for an interview.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Applicants must submit a detailed resume, a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, a legal writing sample, transcripts and the below-described Drug Questionnaire.

The cover letter should include the announcement number, job title, and location.

A copy of the Drug Questionnaire can be located at:

https://www.justice.gov/forms?title=Drug+Questionnaire&field_component_target_id=466&items_per_page=25

If Applicable; Applicants must submit as SF-50 and annotate on their resume if they are a current or former Political Appointee (within the last 5 years). All Application materials must be in a least 12-point font. Writing samples should not exceed 10 pages. The applicant's cover letter should highlight relevant experience and qualifications applicable to the position.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please read and follow all instructions in this announcement, complete the online application, and submit the documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section.

Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on 10/03/2024to receive consideration.

1. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.

2. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. See the "Required Documents" section for any additional forms and/or supplemental materials required.

3. Read all Eligibility questions and respond accordingly to any Eligibility you wish to claim. You will only be considered for those Eligibility questions (Status Applicant, Reinstatement, Schedule A, etc.) you respond in the affirmative to, regardless of what documentation you submit. We cannot assume you intended to respond differently to a question based on other information in your application package.

4. Verify all required documentation is included in your application package.

We cannot assume responsibility or grant extensions for personal issues (e.g., troubles navigating the application process, loss of internet, not understanding a question) when applying to our announcements.

For resume writing guidance, please visit the following resources: USAJOBS Resource Center, and the USAJOBS Resume Writing Video Tutorial.

Reasonable Accommodations Request: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about disability employment and reasonable accommodations or how to contact an agency.

If applying online poses an extreme hardship, you may request alternate application procedures to submit your application package. Contact the Human Resources office listed on the announcement between the business hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET at least 2 working days prior to the closing date of this announcement. The application package for alternate application procedures must be submitted and received in the Human Resources office no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of this announcement. Paper applications and information sent by mail will not be accepted.

Agency contact information

Debra Jordan

Phone

571-776-2688

Email

Debra.M.Jordan@usdoj.gov

Address

Drug Enforcement Administration

Do Not Send Postal Mail

Springfield, VA 21310

US

Next steps

Applicants will be notified if they are selected for an interview.

Fair & Transparent

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

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