Attorney (Employment Law) - Security Division

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Multiple Locations$130,987 - $197,200Full-timePosted 1mo ago

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Summary

The Employment Law Unit in the FBI's Office of General Counsel provides legal guidance and represents the FBI in personnel-related litigation matters. This posting is for an attorney position embedded in the FBI's Security Division. The incumbent will provide legal advice to FBI supervisors and executives on a variety of security related matters, including, but not limited to, security investigations, security clearance denials, suspensions, and revocations.

Duties

We are seeking experienced attorneys with a strong interest in either employment or security related legal matters. Strong oral and written communication skills are preferred, as well as significant experience in briefing supervisors and executives, analyzing complex issues, and creative problem solving. The incumbent will also represent the FBI and defend its decisions on appeal before the Department of Justice Access Review Committee.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance. Selectee may be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). Selectee may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually. Please be advised that candidates that are selected for this position must be approved by the Department of Justice.

Qualifications and evaluation

All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies: Governance and Legal Jurisprudence Analytical Thinking Communication Collaboration and interpersonal skills

Education

BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess a law degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member of the bar (any US jurisdiction). Positive Education Requirement: This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic requirement by submitting both proof of JD degree and proof of good standing with a bar within a US jurisdiction. Please see the "Required Documents" under How to Apply for additional information.

How to apply

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Required documents

Your resume and cover letter. Resume not to exceed two pages. A writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages Proof of current and active bar association membership Photocopy of Law School Transcripts Current SF-50 (if external government employee) Please Note: Current FBI employees who are currently assigned to a General Attorney position do not need to provide Law School Transcripts or Proof of Bar Association Membership. Step 1 - Create a new email and attach all required electronic documents. Include contact information (phone number) and a brief introduction (2-3 sentences) in the body of the email. Step 2 - Title the subject of the email using the following format, indicating whether you are an internal or external candidate. Example: OGC_ELU_SecD External/Internal Step 3 - Submit the completed application email to OGC-JOBS@fbi.gov.

Additional information

Salary Washington, DC: GS-14: $143,913.00 - $187,093.00 GS-15: $169,279.00 - $197,200.00 Huntsville, AL: GS-14: $130,987.00 - $170,289.00 GS-15: $154,075.00 - $197,200.00

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