Attorney-Advisor (General)

• For vacancies filled at less than the full performance level of the position, duties will be developmental in nature.
• Performs research, conducts studies, and renders opinions on legal problems involving complex and difficult questions and factual situations that pertain to issues and other critical or sensitive matters that arise within any component of DFAS.
• Works as an authority in assigned area and is expected to develop innovative ways to solve extremely complex issues and problems. Incumbent has wide latitude in problem identification, work prioritization and methodology.
• Provide legal advice in support of processing legal process served on DFAS, including/not limited to interpretations of court orders affecting military retired pay under USFSPA, SBP, personal Bankruptcy and legal issues arising from DFAS' pay mission
• Responsible for discussing, reviewing, and advising management officials throughout DFAS on matters within their designated areas of expertise. Renders legal advice and counsel to senior management, supervisory officials and other DFAS attorneys.
• Coordinates legislative issues within DFAS by tracking proposed legislation for impact on the directorate, researching the effects of the proposed legislation and drafting proposed legislation as necessary.
• Independently makes or advises on adjustments to policy where the impact exceeds routine adjustments. Coordinates with higher legal authority when the policy change is transformative in the area or broadens or restricts the activities of the agency.

Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a U.S Citizen or National
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
• Suitable for Federal employment
• New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov.

Qualifications:
GS-13 Qualifications: Assignments require the first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) and active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. In addition, the attorney shall have professional legal experience in excess of 2 years that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.

GS-14 Qualifications: Assignments require the first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) and active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. In addition, the attorney shall have professional legal experience in excess of 3 years that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Education:
Education requirements are listed in the Qualifications section above.