Attorney Advisor

Offices, Boards and Divisions

Washington, DC

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DJ/DJ01

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False

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public

MCOTags

Attorney & Paralegal

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AgencyMarketingStatement

Are you interested in a rewarding and challenging career? Join the U.S. Department of Justice! The Department of Justice (DOJ) leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. As a Justice employee you'll be a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission. Read more about the exciting opportunities available. Mission: DOJ is to uphold the rule of law, to keep our country safe, and to protect civil rights. Core Values: Independence and Impartiality. DOJ works each day to earn the public's trust by following the facts and the law wherever they may lead, without prejudice or improper influence. Honesty and Integrity. DOJ's employees adhere to the highest standards of ethical behavior, mindful that, as public servants, we must work to earn the trust of, and inspire confidence in, the public we serve. Respect. DOJ's employees value differences in people and in ideas and treat everyone with fairness, dignity, and compassion. Excellence. DOJ works every day to provide the highest levels of service to the American people and to be a responsible steward of the taxpayers' dollars.

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About the Office The National Security Division (NSD) provides legal and policy advice on national security matters, litigates counterterrorism, counterespionage, and foreign intelligence surveillance matters, represents the Government before the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and other federal trial and appellate courts, and conducts oversight over the activities of various United States Intelligence Community (USIC) agencies. NSD's overarching mission is to prevent and combat terrorism and protect the national security, which continues to be the Department's top priority. Job Description The Office of Intelligence (OI) of the NSD is seeking experienced attorneys for its Oversight Section. At the direction of the Office of Assistant Attorney General (OAAG) for National Security, attorneys in the Oversight Section oversee foreign intelligence, counterintelligence, and other national security activities of the USIC, including activities pursuant to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), to ensure compliance with governing authorities and executive branch policies. To accomplish this mandate, Oversight Section attorneys coordinate with representatives of USIC agencies to conduct reviews of the USIC's national security activities, including the collection, retention, and dissemination of foreign intelligence information. A significant part of the Oversight Section's work involves analyzing large volumes of information to assess the USIC's compliance with procedures governing the United States' foreign intelligence programs. Oversight Section attorneys must possess highly-developed interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to exercise sound judgment and keen focus for extended periods of time. Additionally, Oversight Section attorneys must possess strong analytic skills so that identified issues are fully investigated and resolved. Oversight Section attorneys must be comfortable delivering training to large groups. Oversight Section attorneys are expected to travel, resulting in the attorney being out of town for up to several (non-consecutive) weeks per year, in order to conduct oversight reviews at USIC agencies and to conduct training during such reviews. Oversight Section attorneys are also engaged in developing policies relating to oversight and compliance matters. In addition to its oversight responsibilities, the Oversight Section also fulfills various reporting obligations, including statutorily required reporting to congressional oversight committees. To fulfill those obligations, Oversight Section attorneys are responsible for tracking and synthesizing significant amounts of information and for drafting comprehensive reports for Congress. Oversight Section attorneys work closely with other components of the Department and with USIC agencies, often in collaboration with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, to provide guidance on the interpretation and application of governing authorities. The Oversight Section also works closely with OI's Operations and Litigation Sections.

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree with at least three years of post-J.D. experience and be an active member of a bar (any jurisdiction).

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Evaluations

You will be evalusted for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

HowToApply

Application Process Please submit the following documents: - A cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience, describing your interest in oversight and compliance, and explaining how your professional experiences relate to the qualifications listed above - A copy of your resume- A writing sample (we encourage you to submit a legal memorandum or brief)- A current performance appraisal (if a current performance appraisal is available) Please submit your completed application package to: The following email address (preferred): NSDVacancySubmissions@usdoj.gov with the subject line "Oversight Vacancy." Or, via U.S. Mail to: U.S. Department of Justice National Security Division 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20530 ATTN: Tammy Green/Oversight Vacancy No telephone calls please. Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

WhatToExpectNext

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 | Attorney Advisor, GS-0905-13-15 | United States Department of Justice https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/attorney-advisor-gs-0905-13-15 This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Legal Careers| Department of Justice (www.justice.gov/legal-careers) You will receive e-mail notifications as your application status is updated by DOJ. However, you can also see your application status any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account and looking on the "Applications" page. Click the position title to expand the display for each application in the list.

RequiredDocuments

- A cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience, describing your interest in oversight and compliance, and explaining how your professional experiences relate to the qualifications listed above - A copy of your resume - A writing sample (we encourage you to submit a legal memorandum or brief) - A current performance appraisal (if a current performance appraisal is available)

Benefits

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https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/

OtherInformation

Salary http://www.opm.gov/ Current salary and years of experience determine the appropriate salary level: (GS-13) $121,785 - $158,322 per annum (GS-14) $143,913- $187,093 per annum (GS-15) $169,279 - $ 197,200 per annum Number of Positions 5 Travel Some travel is required. Relocation Expenses Relocation expenses are not authorized

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viketa.edwards@usdoj.gov

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