Senior Counsel to the Assistant Inspector General, Oversight & Review Division
Washington, District of Columbia
Employer: Office of the Inspector General
Industry: Attorney
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Summary
The Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is seeking an experienced, highly motivated individual to serve as a member of the management team in the Oversight & Review Division (O&R) as a Senior Counsel. O&R, staffed primarily with attorneys, conducts high-profile reviews of DOJ operations and misconduct investigations of senior Department employees. For examples of reports O&R has issued, click on the "Learn more about this agency" tab below.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
This position will be under the excepted service once filled.
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Duties
O&R conducts a broad range of investigations and reviews, including misconduct investigations of senior-level Department employees, examinations of high-profile DOJ law enforcement operations, investigations of whistleblower retaliation allegations involving FBI employees and the employees of DOJ contractors, and reviews of DOJ's use of national security authorities.
The Senior Counsel to the AIG provides expert advice on a variety of issues relating to management and policy, guides investigations and reviews, edits O&R reports and other work product, and assists O&R teams in briefing the Inspector General and Deputy Inspector General on O&R matters.
The ideal candidate for the Senior Counsel to the AIG has significant experience providing sensitive legal/policy recommendations to high level officials; conducting investigations or evaluating complex evidence; writing, reviewing, and editing a variety of written products; and excellent interpersonal skills.
The Senior Counsel to the AIG's responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
This announcement is for a Senior Level (SL) position. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Basic Requirements AND Mandatory Technical Qualifications listed below.
Basic Requirements
To receive full consideration of your application package, applicants MUST meet the following qualification requirements: A J.D. from an accredited law school, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least 5 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications
Applicants must submit a written narrative for each Mandatory Technical Qualification (MTQ) limited to one page per MTQ. Failure to meet or fully address each MTQ will eliminate a candidate from further consideration.
MTQ 1. Demonstrated experience conducting, leading, and advising leadership on complex investigations or reviews, preferably from an Office of the Inspector General, an Internal Affairs office, a Professional Responsibility office, or a comparable office.
MTQ 2. Substantial experience performing complex analysis to draw well-supported conclusions regarding investigations or reviews.
MTQ 3. Substantial experience drafting and editing complex investigative reports and advising or directing others in these tasks.
MTQ 4. Ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with co-workers and with internal and external senior government officials.
Education
This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement.
All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criterion, see www.ed.gov. For foreign education, see: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Additional information
The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP). The CTAP/ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for CTAP/ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP/ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and (for scored examining) score 85 or better on established ranking criteria OR (for category rating criteria) rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of CTAP/ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility is at: www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
DOJ EEO Statement/Policy: http://www.justice.gov/jmd/eeos/08-eeo-policy.pdfAs 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.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire
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. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be evaluated on the quality and extent of total accomplishments, experience and demonstrated qualifications. An SL rating and ranking panel may review applications to determine the highly qualified candidates and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority where final interviews and reference checks may occur.
Required Documents
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
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/11/2024 to receive consideration. Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows:
To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account (https://usajobs.gov). There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed. To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account at https://www.usajobs.gov.On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application. Once the job has been located, click the "Track this application" link on the right under the application date. The page will refresh to display the Agency's Application Information page where you can scroll down and review any notifications the agency has sent you. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Agency contact information
DOJ OIG Executive Resources
Email
dojoig.executiveresources@usdoj.gov
Address
Oversight and Review Division
950 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. 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. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is seeking an experienced, highly motivated individual to serve as a member of the management team in the Oversight & Review Division (O&R) as a Senior Counsel. O&R, staffed primarily with attorneys, conducts high-profile reviews of DOJ operations and misconduct investigations of senior Department employees. For examples of reports O&R has issued, click on the "Learn more about this agency" tab below.
This job is open to
- Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees. - Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
Clarification from the agency
This position will be under the excepted service once filled.
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Duties
O&R conducts a broad range of investigations and reviews, including misconduct investigations of senior-level Department employees, examinations of high-profile DOJ law enforcement operations, investigations of whistleblower retaliation allegations involving FBI employees and the employees of DOJ contractors, and reviews of DOJ's use of national security authorities.
The Senior Counsel to the AIG provides expert advice on a variety of issues relating to management and policy, guides investigations and reviews, edits O&R reports and other work product, and assists O&R teams in briefing the Inspector General and Deputy Inspector General on O&R matters.
The ideal candidate for the Senior Counsel to the AIG has significant experience providing sensitive legal/policy recommendations to high level officials; conducting investigations or evaluating complex evidence; writing, reviewing, and editing a variety of written products; and excellent interpersonal skills.
The Senior Counsel to the AIG's responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
- Advising the AIG and Deputy AIG on a recommended course of action in response to information or allegations concerning conduct of high-level Department employees that may be in violation of laws, Department policy, regulations, orders, and applicable standards of conduct.
- Providing direction to staff conducting investigations of allegations of misconduct or conducting reviews of DOJ operations.
- Advising the AIG on substantive legal, procedural, and factual matters encountered in investigations and reviews.
- Overseeing, reviewing, and editing O&R reports and other work product.
- Conducting special projects.
- Representing O&R in meetings with the OIG Front Office, other OIG divisions, Department leadership, Department components, subject matter experts, congressional staff, and the public.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
- You will be subject to initial and random drug testing.
- Annual financial disclosure statement, SF-278 required.
- You may be subject to a probationary period.
- Selective Service Registration is required, as applicable.
- You must submit the Mandatory Technical Qualifications narratives to be considered for the position.
- You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
- You must have received a J.D. from an accredited law school, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least 5 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
Qualifications
This announcement is for a Senior Level (SL) position. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Basic Requirements AND Mandatory Technical Qualifications listed below.
Basic Requirements
To receive full consideration of your application package, applicants MUST meet the following qualification requirements: A J.D. from an accredited law school, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least 5 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications
Applicants must submit a written narrative for each Mandatory Technical Qualification (MTQ) limited to one page per MTQ. Failure to meet or fully address each MTQ will eliminate a candidate from further consideration.
MTQ 1. Demonstrated experience conducting, leading, and advising leadership on complex investigations or reviews, preferably from an Office of the Inspector General, an Internal Affairs office, a Professional Responsibility office, or a comparable office.
MTQ 2. Substantial experience performing complex analysis to draw well-supported conclusions regarding investigations or reviews.
MTQ 3. Substantial experience drafting and editing complex investigative reports and advising or directing others in these tasks.
MTQ 4. Ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with co-workers and with internal and external senior government officials.
Education
This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement.
All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criterion, see www.ed.gov. For foreign education, see: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Additional information
The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP). The CTAP/ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for CTAP/ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP/ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and (for scored examining) score 85 or better on established ranking criteria OR (for category rating criteria) rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of CTAP/ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility is at: www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
DOJ EEO Statement/Policy: http://www.justice.gov/jmd/eeos/08-eeo-policy.pdfAs 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.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire
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. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov.
- 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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be evaluated on the quality and extent of total accomplishments, experience and demonstrated qualifications. An SL rating and ranking panel may review applications to determine the highly qualified candidates and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority where final interviews and reference checks may occur.
- 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.- Resume noting relevant experience and dates the experience was obtained. 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, and 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.
- A cover letter is optional.
- MTQ Narrative Statements - One-page limit per MTQ.
- SF-50 - Documentation to support Civil Service eligibility status (if applicable).
- Occupational questionnaire responses.
- Transcript - This position has a basic education requirement; you must submit a copy of your official or unofficial law school transcripts for further consideration. If you are unable to provide an official transcript during the application process, it is required before being appointed.
- Proof of current and active bar membership in good standing. Documentation showing you are currently an active member in good standing of the bar of any state or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia. Screenshots showing proof of active bar membership that reflect the date of the screenshot, the jurisdiction or territory, your full name, bar number, date of admission, and bar status are sufficient during the application process. Applications submitted without proof of bar membership will not receive consideration.
- Attorneys appointed in the excepted service are required to maintain active membership in a bar within U.S. jurisdiction for the duration of their employment. Attorneys must provide documentation supporting active membership and good standing status (or equivalent) on at least an annual basis.
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
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/11/2024 to receive consideration. Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows:- To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button.
- Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
- Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date.
To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account (https://usajobs.gov). There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed. To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account at https://www.usajobs.gov.On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application. Once the job has been located, click the "Track this application" link on the right under the application date. The page will refresh to display the Agency's Application Information page where you can scroll down and review any notifications the agency has sent you. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Agency contact information
DOJ OIG Executive Resources
Email
dojoig.executiveresources@usdoj.gov
Address
Oversight and Review Division
950 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. 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. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications. - 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
- Resume noting relevant experience and dates the experience was obtained. 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, and 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.
- A cover letter is optional.
- MTQ Narrative Statements - One-page limit per MTQ.
- SF-50 - Documentation to support Civil Service eligibility status (if applicable).
- Occupational questionnaire responses.
- Transcript - This position has a basic education requirement; you must submit a copy of your official or unofficial law school transcripts for further consideration. If you are unable to provide an official transcript during the application process, it is required before being appointed.
- Proof of current and active bar membership in good standing. Documentation showing you are currently an active member in good standing of the bar of any state or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia. Screenshots showing proof of active bar membership that reflect the date of the screenshot, the jurisdiction or territory, your full name, bar number, date of admission, and bar status are sufficient during the application process. Applications submitted without proof of bar membership will not receive consideration.
- Attorneys appointed in the excepted service are required to maintain active membership in a bar within U.S. jurisdiction for the duration of their employment. Attorneys must provide documentation supporting active membership and good standing status (or equivalent) on at least an annual basis.
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
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/11/2024 to receive consideration. Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows:
- To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button.
- Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
- Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date.
To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account (https://usajobs.gov). There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed. To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account at https://www.usajobs.gov.On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application. Once the job has been located, click the "Track this application" link on the right under the application date. The page will refresh to display the Agency's Application Information page where you can scroll down and review any notifications the agency has sent you. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Agency contact information
DOJ OIG Executive Resources
dojoig.executiveresources@usdoj.gov
Address
Oversight and Review Division
950 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. 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. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications.
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
Created: 2024-09-29
Reference: 811759900
Country: United States
State: District of Columbia
City: Washington
ZIP: 20010