Closing Date: 26th June, 2026
Description:
Summary:This position is located at Office of Government Ethics, Ethics Transparency and Assistance Division.
As an Attorney-Adviser (General), you will produce written work and carry out assignments based on research of statutes, regulations, Executive Orders, case law, and other writings that support the administration of the government-wide ethics program and an Executive Branch agency.
Duties:
The following are the duties of this position at the GS-15 . If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
Key Requirements:
Qualifications:
The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service (https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/account/documents/resume/build/experience?_gl=1*1hw00hj*_ga*NjQ0MjQ5MzQ5LjE3MjU1OTI5OTA.*_ga_CLZB1LJ1VZ*czE3ODEyNDIxNzYkbzE5JGcxJHQxNzgxMjQyMTc5JGo1NyRsMCRoMA..). One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements, including the following, by the closing date:
Duties:
The following are the duties of this position at the GS-15 . If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.
- Provide advice and counsel to senior executives and supervisors on employment issues, personnel related matters, and Executive Branch administrative laws and policies.
- Research legal issues which are often complex and draft written letters, memoranda, and other legal documents on a variety of topics, which may include general law topics such as the Freedom of Information Act and fiscal law.
- Assist senior attorneys, the Chief of Staff, and the Director through research and writing related to all aspects of the administration and legal compliance of the agency.
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
- A trial period may be required. Continued employment is contingent upon supervisory certification that continued employment will benefit the Federal Service; the certification will occur no less than 30 days before the end of the trial period.
- Must successfully complete a background investigation
- Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required.
- Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for federal employment, at the time requested by the agency
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
- Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
- Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
- Obtain and use a government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
- Undergo an income tax verification
- The Hatch Act Reform Amendments of 1993 prohibits requesting, transmitting, accepting, or considering political recommendations for employment or other personnel actions for non-political positions.
Key Requirements:
- Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
- Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying.
- Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
Qualifications:
The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service (https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/account/documents/resume/build/experience?_gl=1*1hw00hj*_ga*NjQ0MjQ5MzQ5LjE3MjU1OTI5OTA.*_ga_CLZB1LJ1VZ*czE3ODEyNDIxNzYkbzE5JGcxJHQxNzgxMjQyMTc5JGo1NyRsMCRoMA..). One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements, including the following, by the closing date:
Be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association at the time of graduation; AND
Be a current member of a bar with a valid license to practice law in a state or territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
In addition, applicants must meet the following specialized experience requirement:
Specialized experience for the GS-15: You must have a minimum of 4-1/2 years of experience practicing as a licensed attorney. The experience must include 3 years of experience related to to employment law or administrative law.
Specialized experience for the GS-14: You must have a minimum of 3 years of experience practicing as a licensed attorney. The experience must include 2 years of experience related to employment law or administrative law.
Specialized experience for the GS-13: You must have a minimum of 2 years of experience practicing as a licensed attorney. The experience must include 1 year of experience related to employment law or administrative law.
Education:
Education Requirements:
Law Degree: Applicants must possess a J.D. or LL.B from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) (http://www.americanbar.org/groups/legal_education/resources/aba_approved_law_schools.html)
And
Bar Membership: Applicants must currently be an active member in good standing of the bar in any state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. If selected, the applicant must provide proof of bar membership.
Additional Information:
Other Information:
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information?_gl=1*1djgul4*_ga*NjQ0MjQ5MzQ5LjE3MjU1OTI5OTA.*_ga_CLZB1LJ1VZ*czE3ODEyNDIxNzYkbzE5JGcxJHQxNzgxMjQyMTc5JGo1NyRsMCRoMA..)
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:
Be a current member of a bar with a valid license to practice law in a state or territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
In addition, applicants must meet the following specialized experience requirement:
Specialized experience for the GS-15: You must have a minimum of 4-1/2 years of experience practicing as a licensed attorney. The experience must include 3 years of experience related to to employment law or administrative law.
Specialized experience for the GS-14: You must have a minimum of 3 years of experience practicing as a licensed attorney. The experience must include 2 years of experience related to employment law or administrative law.
Specialized experience for the GS-13: You must have a minimum of 2 years of experience practicing as a licensed attorney. The experience must include 1 year of experience related to employment law or administrative law.
Education:
Education Requirements:
Law Degree: Applicants must possess a J.D. or LL.B from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) (http://www.americanbar.org/groups/legal_education/resources/aba_approved_law_schools.html)
And
Bar Membership: Applicants must currently be an active member in good standing of the bar in any state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. If selected, the applicant must provide proof of bar membership.
Additional Information:
Other Information:
- We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
- This is a non-bargaining unit position.
- We offer opportunities for telework.
- We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules
- Veterans preference does not apply to Attorney positions.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information?_gl=1*1djgul4*_ga*NjQ0MjQ5MzQ5LjE3MjU1OTI5OTA.*_ga_CLZB1LJ1VZ*czE3ODEyNDIxNzYkbzE5JGcxJHQxNzgxMjQyMTc5JGo1NyRsMCRoMA..)
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*1djgul4*_ga*NjQ0MjQ5MzQ5LjE3MjU1OTI5OTA.*_ga_CLZB1LJ1VZ*czE3ODEyNDIxNzYkbzE5JGcxJHQxNzgxMjQyMTc5JGo1NyRsMCRoMA..)
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All application materials and interviews, if conducted, will be used in the final evaluation and selection process.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Decision Making, Flexibility, Influencing and Negotiating, Integrity/Honesty, Interpersonal Skills, Learning, Reading Comprehension, Reasoning, Self- Management, Stress Tolerance, Teamwork
Rating: Competitive examining rules for rating and ranking do not apply. Your application will be evaluated among others regarding your experience, education, training, performance appraisals and awards relevant to the duties of this position.
Since this is an Excepted Service position, a non-rated method of evaluation will be used. We will evaluate your application by comparing your description of your work experience, level of responsibility, and accomplishments with
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All application materials and interviews, if conducted, will be used in the final evaluation and selection process.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Decision Making, Flexibility, Influencing and Negotiating, Integrity/Honesty, Interpersonal Skills, Learning, Reading Comprehension, Reasoning, Self- Management, Stress Tolerance, Teamwork
Rating: Competitive examining rules for rating and ranking do not apply. Your application will be evaluated among others regarding your experience, education, training, performance appraisals and awards relevant to the duties of this position.
Since this is an Excepted Service position, a non-rated method of evaluation will be used. We will evaluate your application by comparing your description of your work experience, level of responsibility, and accomplishments with
