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Employment Law Attorney (Security Division - DC) [MENU Legal Careers Home](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers) - [Why Justice?](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/why-justice) - [Search Attorney Vacancies & Volunteer Legal Internships](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/vacancies) - [Law Students](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/law-students) - [Volunteer Legal Internships](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/volunteer-legal-internships) - [Summer Law Intern Program](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/summer-law-intern-program) - [Eligibility](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/summer-law-intern-program-eligibility) - [Participating Components](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/slip-participating-components) - [Entry-Level Attorneys](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/entry-level-attorneys) - [Eligibility](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/honors-program-eligibility) - [Participating Components](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/honors-program-participating-components) - [Experienced Attorneys](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/opportunities-experienced-attorneys) - [Current Attorney Vacancies](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies?position=1) #### Legal Careers # Employment Law Attorney (Security Division - DC) Share  - [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/employment-law-attorney-security-division-dc "Share on Facebook") - [X](http://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/employment-law-attorney-security-division-dc&text=Employment%20Law%20Attorney%20\(Security%20Division%20-%20DC\) "Share on X") - [LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/employment-law-attorney-security-division-dc&title=Employment%20Law%20Attorney%20\(Security%20Division%20-%20DC\) "Share on LinkedIn") - [Email](<mailto:?body=https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/employment-law-attorney-security-division-dc&subject=Employment Law Attorney (Security Division - DC)> "Email") Hiring Organization Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Hiring Office Office of the General Counsel Attorney Appointment Type Attorney Permanent Job ID OGC\_ELU\_SecD\_DC Location: Washington 20535 - United States About the Office The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States. **Job Description:** 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. The incumbent will also represent the FBI and defend its decisions on appeal before the Department of Justice Access Review Committee. Job Description 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. **To qualify at the GS-14 grade level,** applicants must possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited ABA law school, active bar status in good standing, and at least three years of professional legal experience post JD. **To qualify at the GS-15 grade level,** applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level or at least four years of professional legal experience post JD. Examples of specialized experience include independently performing legal analysis; composing pleadings, briefs and other court documents involving unique or difficult legal issues; conducting highly complex counseling and litigation; and leading junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff. Please identify in your written statement of interest/cover letter and resume any specialized experience in employment law, if applicable. Qualifications **Key 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. Please make sure your experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements at the time of application. Candidates deemed most competitive will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. **All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:** · Governance and Legal Jurisprudence · Analytical Thinking · Communication · Collaboration and interpersonal skills **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. **Education:** Applicant must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have a LLM degree or other graduate law school degree in addition to a J.D.) and be an active member of the bar (any US jurisdiction). Application Process **How to Apply-** To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package which includes the following REQUIRED documents: 1\. Your resume and cover letter. Resume not to exceed two pages. 2\. A writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages 3\. Proof of current and active bar association membership 4\. Photocopy of Law School Transcripts 5\. 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\_DC\_External/Internal Step 3 - Submit the completed application email to [OGC-JOBS@fbi.gov](mailto:OGC-JOBS@fbi.gov). **What to Expect Next** Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. You will be notified of your status throughout the process. **Internal Applicants Additional Information** · Management may select at any grade for which this position is announced. · Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties. · Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their 24-month probationary period has concluded. Probationary employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI. · Candidates will not be considered if currently on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP); a Letter of Requirement (LOR); or have failed a PIP or LOR and are currently awaiting the final action by HRD. 1\. A Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) is a 90-day written developmental plan for an employee whose performance on one or more critical elements is rated “Unacceptable.” 2\. A Letter of Requirement (LOR) is issued when a supervisor identified leave abuse and/or when frequent absences negatively impact operations of the office. · Limited Movement: Policy has been implemented wherein support employees entering a position through competitive OR non-competitive action may be precluded from moving to another position within the Bureau by means of reassignment or change to lower grade for a minimum of 12 months. · Relocation expenses will be borne by the selectee, except FBI employees returning from LEGAT assignment. Employees returning from LEGAT assignments must advise the Staffing Unit, Administrative Unit, and the International Operations Unit of their application to apply. · On December 22, 2017, the President signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This law may impact your transfer. · This legislation made previously non-taxed moving expenses reimbursements taxable as of January 1, 2018. Please see HR Link for the list of FBI's current understanding of the applicable tax changes. However, this may change upon receipt of official guidance from GSA and DOJ. · Current law provides the FBI with the authority to compensate employees for much of the tax burden caused by a transfer through the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) process, in an effort to identify way to minimize the additional tax burden on transferring employees. · Candidates receiving a transfer of physical location, whether at the expense of the FBI or not, will be required to complete a one-year commitment to the assignment, prior to moving to a new position at the FBI. The 12-month waiting period begins the day an employee reports for duty at the new location. · Employees selected for positions at the GS-14 level or higher, as well as employees selected for positions where a transfer of location is required, will be processed through the name check program prior to being notified of their selection. · Memorandum of Understanding: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on a SF-50, i.e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished, no credit will be given for the time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum of Understanding): · Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties) · The month/year work began · Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.) · Specific duties performed Attach the Memorandum of Understanding to your application in the “Cover Letters and Attachments” section of My Career Tools on the Careers Home page. Please upload the attachment as type “Other.” **External Applicants Additional Information** · The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service. · Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation. · Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted. · Management may select any grade for which this position is announced. · Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties. · If you are hired, you will be required to serve a two-year probationary period. Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their 24-month probationary period has concluded. Probationary Employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI. The probationary periods will be served concurrently. · Memorandum of Understanding: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on a SF-50, i.e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished, no credit will be given for the time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum of Understanding): · Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties) · The month/year work began · Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.) · Specific duties performed **Veterans Preference** If you are entitled to Veterans' Preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume and application. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. **Nepotism** Nepotism is the act of favoring relatives in the hiring process and is prohibited by law. Public officials are prohibited from hiring or promoting relatives or relatives of officials in their chain of command, as well as actively or indirectly endorse a relative's appointment of promotion. **Reasonable Accommodation Request** The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of your application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either email at REASONABLE\_ACCOMMODATION@fbi.gov, telephone at (202) 324-4128, or FAX at (202) 324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment. **Benefits** The FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: <http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp> 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. Salary **GS-14:** \$143,913.00 - \$187,093.00; GS-15: \$169,279.00 - \$197,200.00 Number of Positions Multiple Relocation Expenses Will be borne by the selectee, except FBI employees returning from LEGAT assignment. Employees returning from LEGAT assignments must advise the Staffing Unit, Administrative Unit, and the International Operations Unit of their application to apply. ### Department Policies #### Equal Employment Opportunity The Department remains steadfast in its commitment to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and treating employees with fairness, dignity and compassion. We must ensure that no applicant for employment or employee of our Department is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex – including pregnancy – or because of age, physical or mental disability, protected genetic information, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit based factor and that all have the freedom to compete on a fair and level playing field. To learn more, please view the Department’s full [Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement](https://www.justice.gov/media/1425556/dl). #### Reasonable Accommodations This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. #### Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities The Department encourages qualified applicants with disabilities, including individuals with targeted/severe disabilities to apply in response to posted vacancy announcements. Qualified applicants with targeted/severe disabilities may be eligible for direct hire, non-competitive appointment under Schedule A (5 C.F.R. § 213.3102(u)) hiring authority. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact one of the Department’s Disability Points of Contact (DPOC) to express an interest in being considered for a position. See list of [DPOCs](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/disability-points-contact). #### Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Unless otherwise required by [law](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCODE-2022-title5/pdf/USCODE-2022-title5-partIII-subpartH-chap92-sec9202.pdf), the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits employees of the U.S. Department of Justice or a federal contractor acting on its behalf from inquiring about an applicant's criminal history record, either in writing or orally, **before** that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non-compliance directly to the hiring office using the contact information listed in the announcement. #### Suitability and Citizenship It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment. Employment is also contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation. Congress generally prohibits agencies from employing non-citizens within the United States, except for a few narrow exceptions as set forth in the annual Appropriations Act (see, <https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/non-citizens>). Pursuant to DOJ component policies, only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review, U.S. Trustee’s Offices, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, qualifying non-U.S. citizens meeting immigration and appropriations law criteria may apply for employment with other DOJ organizations. However, please be advised that the appointment of non-U.S. citizens is extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis. #### Veterans There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their submissions. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, [www.opm.gov/forms/pdf\_fill/SF15.pdf](http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) for a copy of SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preferences and the required supporting document(s). Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service- connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that their retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more). #### USAO Residency Requirement Assistant United States Attorneys must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information. This and other vacancy announcements can be found under [Attorney Vacancies](https://prod.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies) and [Volunteer Legal Internships](https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/volunteer-legal-internships-0). 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**How to Apply-** To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package which includes the following REQUIRED documents: 1\. Your resume and cover letter. Resume not to exceed two pages. 2\. A writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages 3\. Proof of current and active bar association membership 4\. Photocopy of Law School Transcripts 5\. 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\_DC\_External/Internal Step 3 - Submit the completed application email to [OGC-JOBS@fbi.gov](mailto:OGC-JOBS@fbi.gov). **What to Expect Next** Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. You will be notified of your status throughout the process. **Internal Applicants Additional Information** · Management may select at any grade for which this position is announced. · Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties. · Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their 24-month probationary period has concluded. Probationary employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI. · Candidates will not be considered if currently on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP); a Letter of Requirement (LOR); or have failed a PIP or LOR and are currently awaiting the final action by HRD. 1\. A Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) is a 90-day written developmental plan for an employee whose performance on one or more critical elements is rated “Unacceptable.” 2\. A Letter of Requirement (LOR) is issued when a supervisor identified leave abuse and/or when frequent absences negatively impact operations of the office. · Limited Movement: Policy has been implemented wherein support employees entering a position through competitive OR non-competitive action may be precluded from moving to another position within the Bureau by means of reassignment or change to lower grade for a minimum of 12 months. · Relocation expenses will be borne by the selectee, except FBI employees returning from LEGAT assignment. Employees returning from LEGAT assignments must advise the Staffing Unit, Administrative Unit, and the International Operations Unit of their application to apply. · On December 22, 2017, the President signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This law may impact your transfer. · This legislation made previously non-taxed moving expenses reimbursements taxable as of January 1, 2018. Please see HR Link for the list of FBI's current understanding of the applicable tax changes. However, this may change upon receipt of official guidance from GSA and DOJ. · Current law provides the FBI with the authority to compensate employees for much of the tax burden caused by a transfer through the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) process, in an effort to identify way to minimize the additional tax burden on transferring employees. · Candidates receiving a transfer of physical location, whether at the expense of the FBI or not, will be required to complete a one-year commitment to the assignment, prior to moving to a new position at the FBI. The 12-month waiting period begins the day an employee reports for duty at the new location. · Employees selected for positions at the GS-14 level or higher, as well as employees selected for positions where a transfer of location is required, will be processed through the name check program prior to being notified of their selection. · Memorandum of Understanding: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on a SF-50, i.e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished, no credit will be given for the time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum of Understanding): · Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties) · The month/year work began · Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.) · Specific duties performed Attach the Memorandum of Understanding to your application in the “Cover Letters and Attachments” section of My Career Tools on the Careers Home page. Please upload the attachment as type “Other.” **External Applicants Additional Information** · The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service. · Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation. · Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted. · Management may select any grade for which this position is announced. · Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties. · If you are hired, you will be required to serve a two-year probationary period. Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their 24-month probationary period has concluded. Probationary Employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI. The probationary periods will be served concurrently. · Memorandum of Understanding: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on a SF-50, i.e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished, no credit will be given for the time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum of Understanding): · Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties) · The month/year work began · Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.) · Specific duties performed **Veterans Preference** If you are entitled to Veterans' Preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume and application. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. **Nepotism** Nepotism is the act of favoring relatives in the hiring process and is prohibited by law. Public officials are prohibited from hiring or promoting relatives or relatives of officials in their chain of command, as well as actively or indirectly endorse a relative's appointment of promotion. **Reasonable Accommodation Request** The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of your application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either email at REASONABLE\_ACCOMMODATION@fbi.gov, telephone at (202) 324-4128, or FAX at (202) 324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment. **Benefits** The FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: <http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp>