Attorney-Advisor (General)

Office of Personnel Management · United States

Qualifications

• A J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association;

• Active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; and

• At least one full year of experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service.

• Providing legal advice and written opinions on matters involving Federal programs, administrative law, litigation, investigations, or agency operations.
• Researching, analyzing, and interpreting statutes, regulations, case law, or legislative proposals and preparing legal recommendations, policy documents, or regulatory comments;
• Supporting or representing an organization in litigation, administrative proceedings, investigations, or matters involving subpoenas, enforcement actions, or referrals to another legal authority;
• Advising management officials and coordinating with internal or external stakeholders, including attorneys or government officials, on legal, legislative, regulatory, or policy matters;
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-demand environment;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral advocacy, including the ability to produce high-quality work under demanding time constraints;
• Proven ability to analyze and resolve complex legal issues and provide practical, well-reasoned legal advice;
• Strong customer service orientation and sound judgment in handling sensitive or challenging matters;
• Superior legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, including the capacity to synthesize facts and law and reach legally supportable conclusions within compressed timeframes;
• Openness to diverse viewpoints and adaptability in responding to evolving priorities and circumstances