Closing Date: 3rd July, 2026
Description:
Summary:The U.S. International Trade Commission is an independent Federal agency that provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; investigates and makes determinations in proceedings involving imports claimed to injure a domestic industry or violate U.S. intellectual property rights; and maintains the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
Duties:
This position is in Docket Services Division of the Office of the Secretary and provides legal oversight and management of the docketing procedures administered on behalf of the Commission. The incumbent supervises all duties related to the operation of docketing proceedings, including processing of opinions, orders, and other documents pertaining to investigative proceedings in Electronic Document Information System (EDIS). The incumbent develops, maintains, and manages the programs that account for the initial receipt, review, analysis, processing, and maintenance documents filed in the Commission's official investigative record.
The incumbent develops policy and procedures for implementation within the Division with respect to legal requirements in USITC filings and hearings; applies expert knowledge of the enforcement laws and practices of the United States and foreign countries, the Trade Act of 1974, the Trade Agreements Act of 1979, the Tariff Act of 1930, and other related international trade laws. Provides technical legal guidance and managerial advice to key officials throughout the agency relative to the substantive laws governing agency and office administration, including legal instruments applicable to government agencies. Advises all pertinent personnel on legal matters pertaining to procedures, practices, and in the filing and service of documents in USITC investigations. Provides expert legal advice and interpretations to other government agencies, outside counsel representing parties to proceedings before the Commission, and the public. Applies extensive legal expertise in the determination of rules for petitions, motions, etc., and for extension of time on matters before the Commission.
The ideal candidate for this position should have/possess:
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
Qualifications:
Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements, including education, and any selective placement factors described below by the closing date of this announcement. Education may only be substituted in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order to be credited towards qualifications. Applicants must have the general and specialized experience outlined below which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
To be hired as an Attorney with USITC, you must:
In addition to meeting the basic qualification requirements above, applicants must meet the specialized experience below.
For the GS-14, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: (1) providing legal oversight and management of processes, and procedures administered on behalf of the Commission, (2) providing management of the Commission's official investigative case records in the Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) or similar electronic docketing system, (3) experience with FOIA compliance or similar records requests and program administration, and (4) supervising and providing administrative oversight to a diverse staff.
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:
In addition to the specialized experience and educational requirements above, applicants must currently be a member in good standing of the Bar of a state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
You are required to submit proof of your Bar membership as part of your application package to show that you meet this requirement.
Applicants must possess at least a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
You MUST submit a copy of your transcript(s) or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click on the link for a list of accredited organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials: http://www.naces.org/members.htm.
Additional Information:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period (competitive service) or a 2-year trial period (excepted service) 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 or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Surplus or Displaced Federal Employees: The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs are available to federal employees that qualify. Those eligible for these programs are granted special priority selection rights. To be considered, you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP/ICTAP, you must provide the documents listed under the Required Documents section to verify your eligibility. Also, you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP/ICTAP, please visit: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Excepted service appointments: This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer rights to permanent Civil Service status.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit http://www.sss.gov/.
Cover page to fax paper application - OPM Form 1203fx: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf
Self-assessment questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12976640
Vacancy ID number: EX-26-055-SP
Reasonable accommodations: This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision to grant a reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis. Verification of information: Any information claimed on your resume and in application materials, such as education, credentials, employment history, etc., will be verified as part of the security clearance process.
Additional Information:
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal govern
The incumbent develops policy and procedures for implementation within the Division with respect to legal requirements in USITC filings and hearings; applies expert knowledge of the enforcement laws and practices of the United States and foreign countries, the Trade Act of 1974, the Trade Agreements Act of 1979, the Tariff Act of 1930, and other related international trade laws. Provides technical legal guidance and managerial advice to key officials throughout the agency relative to the substantive laws governing agency and office administration, including legal instruments applicable to government agencies. Advises all pertinent personnel on legal matters pertaining to procedures, practices, and in the filing and service of documents in USITC investigations. Provides expert legal advice and interpretations to other government agencies, outside counsel representing parties to proceedings before the Commission, and the public. Applies extensive legal expertise in the determination of rules for petitions, motions, etc., and for extension of time on matters before the Commission.
The ideal candidate for this position should have/possess:
- Experience as a supervisor or team lead
- Experience in program management
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
- You must be a U.S. citizen or national
- You will be required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check
- You may be required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement
- You must provide proof of your Bar membership
- You may be required to serve a two year trial period
- You are required to register for Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/03/59
Qualifications:
Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements, including education, and any selective placement factors described below by the closing date of this announcement. Education may only be substituted in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order to be credited towards qualifications. Applicants must have the general and specialized experience outlined below which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
To be hired as an Attorney with USITC, you must:
- possess at least a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association; AND
- currently be a member in good standing of the Bar of a state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
For the GS-14, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: (1) providing legal oversight and management of processes, and procedures administered on behalf of the Commission, (2) providing management of the Commission's official investigative case records in the Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) or similar electronic docketing system, (3) experience with FOIA compliance or similar records requests and program administration, and (4) supervising and providing administrative oversight to a diverse staff.
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:
In addition to the specialized experience and educational requirements above, applicants must currently be a member in good standing of the Bar of a state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
You are required to submit proof of your Bar membership as part of your application package to show that you meet this requirement.
Applicants must possess at least a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
You MUST submit a copy of your transcript(s) or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click on the link for a list of accredited organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials: http://www.naces.org/members.htm.
Additional Information:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period (competitive service) or a 2-year trial period (excepted service) 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 or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Surplus or Displaced Federal Employees: The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs are available to federal employees that qualify. Those eligible for these programs are granted special priority selection rights. To be considered, you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP/ICTAP, you must provide the documents listed under the Required Documents section to verify your eligibility. Also, you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP/ICTAP, please visit: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Excepted service appointments: This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer rights to permanent Civil Service status.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit http://www.sss.gov/.
Cover page to fax paper application - OPM Form 1203fx: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf
Self-assessment questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12976640
Vacancy ID number: EX-26-055-SP
Reasonable accommodations: This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision to grant a reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis. Verification of information: Any information claimed on your resume and in application materials, such as education, credentials, employment history, etc., will be verified as part of the security clearance process.
Additional Information:
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal govern
