Attorney-Advisor (General)

Closing Date: 24th August, 2026

Description:

Summary:
As a Attorney-Advisor (General) at the GS-0905-14, you will be part of the Office of the Inspector General, Office of Personnel Management. If selected, will provide legal advice and policy guidance supporting Inspector General programs, represent the OIG in litigation and administrative matters, advise on legislative and regulatory issues, and coordinate with Federal agencies, Congress, and the Department of Justice.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and policy guidance supporting Inspector General audits, investigations, evaluations, and agency operations.
• Review, analyze, and draft legal opinions, legislative proposals, regulations, and policy documents affecting OIG programs and operations.
• Advise on subpoena issuance, enforcement, civil recovery matters, and referrals to the Department of Justice.
• Support and represent the OIG in litigation and administrative proceedings before federal courts and adjudicative bodies.
• Coordinate with Congress, the Department of Justice, OPM officials, and other Offices of Inspector General on legal and legislative matters.
• Develop and deliver legal training and provide guidance to OIG staff on legal authorities, procedures, and emerging issues.

Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office.
• Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
• This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit

Qualifications:
Qualifications:

• A J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association;
• Active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; and
• At least one full year of experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Providing legal advice and written opinions on matters involving Federal programs, administrative law, litigation, investigations, or agency operations.
• Researching, analyzing, and interpreting statutes, regulations, case law, or legislative proposals and preparing legal recommendations, policy documents, or regulatory comments;
• Supporting or representing an organization in litigation, administrative proceedings, investigations, or matters involving subpoenas, enforcement actions, or referrals to another legal authority;
• Advising management officials and coordinating with internal or external stakeholders, including attorneys or government officials, on legal, legislative, regulatory, or policy matters;
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-demand environment;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral advocacy, including the ability to produce high-quality work under demanding time constraints;
• Proven ability to analyze and resolve complex legal issues and provide practical, well-reasoned legal advice;
• Strong customer service orientation and sound judgment in handling sensitive or challenging matters;
• Superior legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, including the capacity to synthesize facts and law and reach legally supportable conclusions within compressed timeframes;
• Openness to diverse viewpoints and adaptability in responding to evolving priorities and circumstances

You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education:
This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement.

Additional Information:

• Relocation expenses will not be paid.
• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM.
• Incentive payments may be considered.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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: