Attorney Advisor (Litigation), NB-0905-VI

As an Attorney Advisor in Litigation, you will:

• Represent the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency ("OCC") in trial and appellate courts, including in cases brought under the Administrative Procedure Act, federal employment laws, and the Freedom of Information Act; and/or represent the OCC in administrative proceedings pending before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Merit Systems Protection Board.
• Research, analyze, and interpret relevant constitutional, statutory, and administrative laws and assess related litigation risks.
• Develop legal theories, strategies, and policies where appropriate.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda, opinions, briefs, and other legal documents involving a variety of subject areas.
• Counsel senior management and personnel in the agency's supervision, chartering, and administrative divisions on litigation and litigation risks.
• Draft final agency decisions, including those relating to administrative enforcement matters and requests for information under the agency's Touhy regulations.
• Represent the agency in meetings with bank counsel, private attorneys, other governmental agencies, and members of the public.
• Negotiate settlements of disputes.

Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.

There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:

• Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights (https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/more-fbi-services-and-information/compact-council/guiding-principles-noncriminal-justice-applicants-privacy-rights), for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back,
• FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/privacy-act-statement-9-9-13.pdf/view#:~:text=This%20privacy%20act%20statement%20provides,the%20FD-258%20fingerprint%20card.) (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and
• SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov) (https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/privacy-act-statement-9-9-13.pdf/view#:~:text=This%20privacy%20act%20statement%20provides,the%20FD-258%20fingerprint%20card.), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information).
• Complete a one-year trial period (unless already completed).
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf) to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
• Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) (http://careers.occ.gov/careers/apply/application-resources.html) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9 (https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-9-paper-version.pdf). Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
• Travel occasionally to attend conferences and/or training.
• Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
• File an OCC Financial Disclosure Form.
• Complete a financial disclosure review and resolve any ethics issues.
• Click here (https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-9-paper-version.pdf) for important information about OCC ethics standards, such as the requirement that new hires divest their bank securities.
• Successfully complete a background investigation that includes criminal history, financial history (including a credit check) and other information.

Qualifications:
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:

• You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the NB-V band level or GS-13 Grade Level. Examples of specialized experience for this position include:
• Experience conducting legal research and analysis, preparing legal memoranda, drafting briefs, engaging in civil discovery, and appearing before courts or tribunals in civil or administrative cases.

And

Must be an active member of the bar of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.

The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector, or through volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis.

To receive any credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate the number of hours worked per week, on your resume.

Education:
You must have graduated with a J.D. or an LL.M. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Additional Information:

• If you are a current OCC employee who previously received a waiver determination permitting you to retain bank securities due to extenuating circumstances, please note that this determination may be rescinded if the nature of your duties changes. We strongly suggest that you discuss the potential implications of any change in duties on a prior securities determination with your ethics official.
• We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
• This is an Excepted Service position under Schedule B, 213.3205(a)
• Salary range includes 25.72% geographical pay.
• The candidate selected for this position may be credited with directly-related non-Federal experience for annual leave purposes if eligible and considered appropriate.
• Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information and instructions.
• Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
• Click "Print" to review the entire announcement before applying.
• This position requires a Public Trust - Background Investigation
• The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code 9202(c) https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCODE-2022-title5/pdf/USCODE-2022-title5-partIII-subpartH-chap92-sec9202.pdf) and 5 C.F.R 920.201 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-5/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-920/subpart-B/section-920.201) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at, FairChanceAct@treasury.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.
• Optional Essay Questions: Applicants may choose to respond to four short essay questions (200 words max each) to help us better understand your alignment with the agency's mission. These responses are optional and will not affect the applicant's eligibility.
• All newly appointed employees to the excepted service are subject to a trial period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the trial period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the trial period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding.

Additional Information:
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits:

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits. https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/benefits?_gl=1*1t3zqwt*_ga*NjQ0MjQ5MzQ5LjE3MjU1OTI5OTA.*_ga_CLZB1LJ1VZ*czE3ODExNjQ4NjAkbzE2JGc

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