Attorney-Advisor

Summary

This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:

• Legal Careers | Appellate Attorney, GS-0905-15 | United States Department of Justice
• https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/appellate-attorney-gs-0905-15

This job is open to

• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page.

Duties

About the Office

The mission of the National Security Division (NSD) is to coordinate the Department's efforts in carrying out its core mission of combating terrorism and protecting national security. NSD is responsible for supervising the enforcement of all federal criminal laws related to counterterrorism and counterespionage, except those specifically assigned to other divisions. NSD also serves as the Department of Justice's liaison to the United States Intelligence Community (USIC) and represents the government and the USIC before the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. NSD advises the Attorney General regarding all matters of national security policy. The Office of Law and Policy is responsible for, among other things, resolving novel and complex legal issues that arise from the work of the Division and other parts of the Department; providing advice and guidance to Department leadership, the Intelligence Community and other Executive Branch agencies on matters of national security law and policy; and developing policies in the area of national security. The Office works with a variety of other agencies and Department components.

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.

Job Description

The National Security Division's Office of Law and Policy is seeking an experienced attorney for the position of Appellate Attorney. The Appellate Attorney, under the supervision of the National Security Division's Chief, Appellate Section, will draft briefs and argue cases before the federal courts of appeals in counterterrorism, counterespionage, and other national security cases. The Appellate Attorney will also provide legal advice on appellate issues of interest to the Division and will prepare adverse decision memoranda, appeal recommendations, and related documents, working closely with other Department of Justice appellate components and with the Solicitor General's Office.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Must complete a Background Investigation to include drug testing
• Selective Service Registration is required, as applicable
• May require completion of one year probationary period
• COVID vaccination status may be requested for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a State, Territory, or the District of Columbia, and have at least 3-5 years of post J.D. professional experience to be qualified at the GS-15 level. Applicants must also have superior academic credentials, writing proficiency, and analytic skills, and significant experience with criminal litigation is preferred.

Applicants must also be able to qualify for the highest and most sensitive security clearances.

Additional information

Salary

GS-15: $163,964 - $191,900 (per annum)

Travel

Yes

Relocation Expenses

Relocation Expenses will not be authorized.

• 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.

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) and emailed to NSD.LPO.applicant@USDOJ.GOV

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.

• 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.
  
  Application Process
  
  To apply for an Appellate Attorney position with L&P, please submit a resume and a cover letter (highlighting your relevant experience), a writing sample (no longer than 15 pages which exhibits your own written advocacy skills), and a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if available), to:
  
  Wakeya HenryOffice of Law and PolicyNational Security DivisionU.S. Department of Justice950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Room 6648Washington, DC 20530
  
  Or to NSD.LPO.applicant@USDOJ.GOV
  
  No telephone calls please
  
  
  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
  
  ***** If you would like to be considered for the position of Attorney Advisor (GS-0905-15), please submit your application to NSD.LPO.applicant@USDOJ.GOV *****
  
  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) and e-mailed to https://www.justice.gov/nsd
  
  Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  
  No telephone calls please.
  
  For more information about NSD, please visit our Web page at https://www.justice.gov/nsd
  
  Relocation expenses or extended TDY will not be authorized.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Viketa Edwards
  
  Email
  
  viketa.edwards@usdoj.gov
  
  Address
  
  National Security Division
  
  2 Constitution Square
  
  145 N Street NE
  
  Room 9W.300
  
  Washington, DC 20530
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
  
  
  • Legal Careers | Appellate Attorney, GS-0905-15 | United States Department of Justice
  • https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/appellate-attorney-gs-0905-15
  
  This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships.
  
  For more information about NSD, please visit our Web page at: https://www.justice.gov/nsd
• 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

Application Process

To apply for an Appellate Attorney position with L&P, please submit a resume and a cover letter (highlighting your relevant experience), a writing sample (no longer than 15 pages which exhibits your own written advocacy skills), and a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if available), to:

Wakeya HenryOffice of Law and PolicyNational Security DivisionU.S. Department of Justice950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Room 6648Washington, DC 20530

Or to NSD.LPO.applicant@USDOJ.GOV

No telephone calls please


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

***** If you would like to be considered for the position of Attorney Advisor (GS-0905-15), please submit your application to NSD.LPO.applicant@USDOJ.GOV *****

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) and e-mailed to https://www.justice.gov/nsd

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

No telephone calls please.

For more information about NSD, please visit our Web page at https://www.justice.gov/nsd

Relocation expenses or extended TDY will not be authorized.

Agency contact information

Viketa Edwards

Email

viketa.edwards@usdoj.gov

Address

National Security Division

2 Constitution Square

145 N Street NE

Room 9W.300

Washington, DC 20530

US

Next steps

This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:

• Legal Careers | Appellate Attorney, GS-0905-15 | United States Department of Justice
• https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/appellate-attorney-gs-0905-15

This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships.

For more information about NSD, please visit our Web page at: https://www.justice.gov/nsd

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