Closing Date: 6th December, 2026
Description:
Summary:The Chief Counsel serves as the principal legal advisor to the Director of the United States Mint and senior leadership on complex legal, regulatory, policy, and operational matters. The incumbent provides executive leadership of the Mint's legal program, manages legal risk, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position represents the Mint before Treasury leadership, Congress, oversight entities, and other key stakeholders.
Duties:
As the Chief Counsel (US MINT), you will:
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
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%2D258%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%2D258%20fingerprint%20card.), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)"
Qualifications:
As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, you must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability; and that is directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below within their resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-15 grade level in the federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations. Failure to meet this basic qualification requirement will disqualify the applicant.
Evidence must be provided that clearly demonstrates the applicant has the necessary level of executive potential, skills, abilities, specialized knowledge, and technical qualifications to perform as a SES executive. This evidence must include clear, concise examples that emphasize the applicant's level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of assignments, program accomplishments, policy initiatives, and long-range planning.
Note: A resume-based application method is utilized for this position. You should ensure your qualifications are clearly outlined in your resume, not to exceed 2 pages. Separate narratives addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and/or the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) will not be accepted.
To qualify for this position, you must meet the following basic requirements in addition to meeting the MTQs and ECQs:
Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs):You are required to respond to all of the technical qualifications. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as ineligible.The following qualifications are required for the incumbent to perform the duties of the position. You must demonstrate all of the MTQs to be rated as eligible for this position.
Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs): The ECQs describe the leadership skills needed to succeed in the SES and provide the focus for OPM certification of executive qualifications.
Fundamental Competen
- Direct an office responsible for advice and counsel concerning all aspects of the Mint's operations. This includes interpreting statutes and regulations and providing advice pertaining to all activities of the Mint, including the manufacture of coins and medals; procurement of supplies and services; construction and maintenance of Mint facilities; Freedom of Information and Privacy Act matters; the Federal Tort Claims Act; and all employment-related matters.
- Perform or oversee the drafting of proposed legislation involving Mint activities, commenting on legislation proposed by other government agencies or members of Congress, and formulating responses to congressional inquiries. He/she is also responsible for the drafting of formal Mint regulations and instructions.
- Confer with key officials of the Mint and advise such officials on the legal aspects of all matters arising within the jurisdiction of the Mint. From time to time, the incumbent also meets with representatives of other departments, as well as representatives of businesses and private law firms with respect to the interpretation and application of the laws and regulations pertaining to the operations of the Mint. The incumbent supervises all employees in the Mint Office of Chief Counsel.
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Must have graduated from an accredited law school.
- Must be an active member in good standing of the bar of a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
- A one-year SES probationary period is required, if not previously completed.
- An initial SES career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a 1-year probationary period.
- Must successfully complete personnel security vetting (e.g., investigation, evaluation, and adjudication).
- Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
- Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
- 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.
- 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.
- File a Public Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments.
- Veterans' preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
- All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
- There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:
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%2D258%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%2D258%20fingerprint%20card.), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)"
Qualifications:
As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, you must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability; and that is directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below within their resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-15 grade level in the federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations. Failure to meet this basic qualification requirement will disqualify the applicant.
Evidence must be provided that clearly demonstrates the applicant has the necessary level of executive potential, skills, abilities, specialized knowledge, and technical qualifications to perform as a SES executive. This evidence must include clear, concise examples that emphasize the applicant's level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of assignments, program accomplishments, policy initiatives, and long-range planning.
Note: A resume-based application method is utilized for this position. You should ensure your qualifications are clearly outlined in your resume, not to exceed 2 pages. Separate narratives addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and/or the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) will not be accepted.
To qualify for this position, you must meet the following basic requirements in addition to meeting the MTQs and ECQs:
- Possess at least the first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association; and
- Must be an active member in good standing of the bar of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs):You are required to respond to all of the technical qualifications. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as ineligible.The following qualifications are required for the incumbent to perform the duties of the position. You must demonstrate all of the MTQs to be rated as eligible for this position.
- MTQ 1 - Executive Legal Advisory & Regulatory Expertise: Demonstrated ability to provide executive-level legal counsel and strategic advice on highly complex, sensitive, and high-impact legal, regulatory, and policy matters.
- MTQ 2 - Procurement, Administrative Law, Litigation, and Enterprise Legal Risk Management: Demonstrated expertise in providing executive-level legal counsel on complex procurement, contracting, litigation, administrative law, and legal risk management matters.
- MTQ 3 - Legal Leadership, Management, and Organizational Accountability: Demonstrated ability to direct and manage professional legal staff, including establishing organizational priorities, assigning and evaluating legal work, managing personnel and organizational resources, developing staff capabilities, and ensuring accountability for the timely delivery of high-quality legal services. Demonstrated experience in advising senior leadership, resolving complex legal and organizational matters, and engaging effectively with Federal agencies and external stakeholders.
Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs): The ECQs describe the leadership skills needed to succeed in the SES and provide the focus for OPM certification of executive qualifications.
- ECQ 1 - Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
- ECQ 2 -Driving Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
- ECQ 3 -Merit and Competence: Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
- ECQ 4 -Leading People: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
- ECQ 5 - Achieving Results: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
