ATTORNEY-ADVISER (FISCAL)

Applicants must possess: A first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) - (Must submit a copy of your transcripts with the degree conferred date, failure to do will result in an incomplete application.); and Active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia, with authority to engage in the active practice of law. For applicants selected from outside a current DoD civilian attorney position, bar status must be verified by an official current certificate from the licensing jurisdiction or through clear online verification from the licensing authority AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of professional legal experience acquired after bar admission, equivalent to the GS-14 level in the federal service, demonstrating independent expertise in analyzing complex legal issues, conducting advanced legal research, and advising senior leadership on organizational policies, statutes, and regulatory compliance. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, 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. All qualifications must be met at the closing date of this announcement.

This is an Excepted Service position in the 0905 Attorney series and is governed by DoD Instruction 1442.02, Personnel Actions Involving Civilian Attorneys. This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following: Fiscal: · Fiscal: Serves as a staff attorney with continuing responsibility for legal advisory services in the area of the DoD budget, including gathering, reviewing, and coordinating proposed changes to the DoD Appropriation and Authorization Acts and working with representatives of the DoD, OMB, and Congressional staff members through all stages of the Appropriation and Authorization process. The incumbent also has responsibility for numerous special projects and assignments within the overall responsibility of the DoD General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel (Fiscal).