Closing Date: 23rd June, 2026
Description:
Summary:The Counsel for Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) will be responsible for managing the trial-level litigation, under the supervision of the Regional Solicitor, filed by the Secretary in Region III and arising under the OSHA. The OSHA Counsel will also provide advice and counsel to the client agencies, on ongoing investigations, the OSHA program areas, and pre-litigation referrals. The OSHA Counsel will directly supervise the work of attorneys and paralegals in their OSHA enforcement work..
Duties:
The incumbent is responsible, under the general guidance of the Regional Solicitor, for the supervision and conduct of litigation and other legal work involved in the enforcement of labor statutes in the states of Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and in Washington, DC under one or more of the following statutes and program areas: the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977; the Occupational Safety and Health Act; the Employee Retirement Income Security Act; Executive Order 11246; numerous federal whistleblower statutes; the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; the Family and Medical Leave Act; the Public Contracts Act; Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act; the Black Lung Benefits Act; the Fair Labor Standards Act; the Service Contract Act; the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act; the Davis-Bacon Act; the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act; the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act; the Civil Service Reform Act; and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other federal anti-discrimination statutes.
The incumbent reviews and assigns incoming cases affecting statutes and program areas for which incumbent is responsible. Assigns cases to staff attorneys, personally taking charge of major cases which present the most difficult and important factual and legal issues and/or require the assistance of one or more subordinates. Responsible for the pleadings and briefs prepared for filing and the complete preparation and trial of all cases. Generally, cases conducted by the incumbent have an immediate impact on the administration and interpretation of the relevant statute.
The incumbent represents the Regional Solicitor in dealing with federal agencies outside the Department, state institutions, state and local government officials, employees and employers and their attorneys, unions, business organizations, and other groups for such purposes as clarifying relationships, explaining Department and SOL policy, and securing cooperation for the Department s enforcement programs.
The incumbent analyzes and recommends for or against the institution of litigation with respect to matters referred by various agencies in the Department of Labor and recommends when cases should be appealed to the courts of appeals from the district courts and to various administrative
appellate entities from the administrative law judge level.
The incumbent provides guidance and direction to staff attorneys in the preparation and trial of complex cases, pre-trial and post-trial briefings, and questions pertaining to the settlement of cases short of litigation. The incumbent directs staff members engaged in furnishing assistance to
United States Attorneys in litigation in which the Department of Labor has an interest or responsibility and in amiczis appearances in litigation.
The incumbent serves as a principal management advisor to the Regional Solicitor in all areas of responsibility of the Regional Office. As requested, the incumbent acts as Regional Solicitor in the absence of that person and assists in planning, organizing, and directing the work of the office in carrying out its responsibilities for litigation and legal advisory services with respect to the various laws administered by the office. As assigned, the incumbent relieves the Regional Solicitor of other administrative management duties such as the analysis and resolution of operating problems, evaluation of employee performance, interview and selection of candidates for appointment, promotion, or awards, and the review of employee complaints.
The incumbent regularly deals with a variety of one-time or emergency types of situations in the absence of assigned attorneys who are away in connection with other litigation or for other reasons.
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
Qualifications:
In Describing Your Experience, Please Be Clear and Specific. We Will Not Make Assumptions Regarding Your Experience.
To Qualify for An Attorney Position, Applicants Must Possess a Professional Law Degree (ll.B. or J.D.); Be a Member in Good Standing of The Bar of A Court of General Jurisdiction of A State, Territory or Possession of The U.S.; and Have Acquired the Amount of Experience Indicated Below for Each Grade Level.
For Gs-15 Grade Level, Applicants Must Have Four (4) Years of Post-Law Experience Progressively Responsible Legal Experience of A Professional Nature Which Demonstrates the Ability to Perform the Work at This Level. at Least One Year of Qualifying Experience, at This Level, Must Be Specialized Experience as Defined Below.
Specialized Experience: One Year (52 Weeks) of Post-J.D. Specialized Experience at Or Equivalent To, the Gs-15 Level, in Or Directly Related to This Position. One Year (52 Weeks) of Specialized Experience Commensurate with The Duties and Responsibilities of The Position at A Level Close to The Work of This Job that Has Given You the Particular Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Successfully Perform.
Specialized Experience that Is Qualifying Grade for This Position Is Described as The Following: Experience that Involves Procurement Law Litigation and Advice in A Federal or Comparable Setting.
Note: A Ll.M. May Be Substituted for A Maximum of One Year of Experience.
Transcripts: You Must Provide a Copy of Your Law School Transcript to Be Considered for This Position. Verification of Your Academic Degree(s) Is Necessary to Determine Your Qualifications or Eligibility for This Position, You Will Be Required to Submit an Official Transcript for Verification Purposes Before You Are Hired. However, Unofficial Transcripts May Be Submitted During the Application Phase of The Process. Please Note that Your J.D. or Ll. B Degree Must Be Conferred Before You Can Begin Working.
Education:
A Ll.B or J.D. Is a Requirement for This Position. if You Do Not Submit Sufficient Academic Documentation Necessary to Demonstrate that You Meet the Eligibility and Minimum Qualification Requirements Described in This Announcement, Your Application Will Be Deemed Incomplete and You Will Be Ineligible for Further Consideration for This Vacancy.
Any Applicant Falsely Claiming an Academic Degree from An Accredited School Will Be Subject to Actions Ranging from Disqualification from Federal Employment to Removal from Federal Service.
If Your Education Was Completed at A Foreign College or University, You Must Show Comparability to Education Received in Accredited Educational Institutions in The United States and Comparability to Applicable Minimum Course Work Requirements for This Position. Click Evaluation of Foreign Education (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#eva-foreign) for More Information.
Additional Information:
Applicants Must Meet All Legal and Regulatory Requirements. Reference the Required Documents Section for Additional Requirements.Supervisory Financial Disclosure (if Applicable) - This Position Is Subject to The Confidential Financial Disclosure Requirements of The Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (p.L. 95-521). Therefore, if Selected, You Will Be Required to Complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (oge Form 450) to Determine if A Conflict or An Appearance of A Conflict Exists Between Your Financial Interest(s) and Your Prospective Position with Dol. This Information Will Be Required Annually.The Mission of The Department of Labor (dol) Is to Protect the Welfare of Workers and Job Seekers, Improve Working Conditions, Expand High-Quality Employment Opportunities, and Assure Work-Related Benefits and Rights for All Workers.
Refer to These Links for More Information: General Information (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#gen-info), Reasonable Accommodation (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#Reasonable-Accommodations), Additional Documentation (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#add-docu), Former Federal Employees (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#former-fed)
As a Condition of Employment, All Personnel Must Undergo a Background Investigation for Access to Dol Facilities, Systems, Information And/or Classified Materials Before They Can Enter on Duty: Background Investigation (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/background-investigation)
Click for Telework Eligibility Information (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#Telework)
Based on Agency Needs, Additional Positions May Be Filled Using This Vacancy.The Fair Chance Act (fca) Prohibits Federal Agencies from Reques
The incumbent reviews and assigns incoming cases affecting statutes and program areas for which incumbent is responsible. Assigns cases to staff attorneys, personally taking charge of major cases which present the most difficult and important factual and legal issues and/or require the assistance of one or more subordinates. Responsible for the pleadings and briefs prepared for filing and the complete preparation and trial of all cases. Generally, cases conducted by the incumbent have an immediate impact on the administration and interpretation of the relevant statute.
The incumbent represents the Regional Solicitor in dealing with federal agencies outside the Department, state institutions, state and local government officials, employees and employers and their attorneys, unions, business organizations, and other groups for such purposes as clarifying relationships, explaining Department and SOL policy, and securing cooperation for the Department s enforcement programs.
The incumbent analyzes and recommends for or against the institution of litigation with respect to matters referred by various agencies in the Department of Labor and recommends when cases should be appealed to the courts of appeals from the district courts and to various administrative
appellate entities from the administrative law judge level.
The incumbent provides guidance and direction to staff attorneys in the preparation and trial of complex cases, pre-trial and post-trial briefings, and questions pertaining to the settlement of cases short of litigation. The incumbent directs staff members engaged in furnishing assistance to
United States Attorneys in litigation in which the Department of Labor has an interest or responsibility and in amiczis appearances in litigation.
The incumbent serves as a principal management advisor to the Regional Solicitor in all areas of responsibility of the Regional Office. As requested, the incumbent acts as Regional Solicitor in the absence of that person and assists in planning, organizing, and directing the work of the office in carrying out its responsibilities for litigation and legal advisory services with respect to the various laws administered by the office. As assigned, the incumbent relieves the Regional Solicitor of other administrative management duties such as the analysis and resolution of operating problems, evaluation of employee performance, interview and selection of candidates for appointment, promotion, or awards, and the review of employee complaints.
The incumbent regularly deals with a variety of one-time or emergency types of situations in the absence of assigned attorneys who are away in connection with other litigation or for other reasons.
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Requires a trial period if the requirement has not been met.
- Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
- Appointment to the position may require a 1-year supervisory probationary period.
Qualifications:
In Describing Your Experience, Please Be Clear and Specific. We Will Not Make Assumptions Regarding Your Experience.
To Qualify for An Attorney Position, Applicants Must Possess a Professional Law Degree (ll.B. or J.D.); Be a Member in Good Standing of The Bar of A Court of General Jurisdiction of A State, Territory or Possession of The U.S.; and Have Acquired the Amount of Experience Indicated Below for Each Grade Level.
For Gs-15 Grade Level, Applicants Must Have Four (4) Years of Post-Law Experience Progressively Responsible Legal Experience of A Professional Nature Which Demonstrates the Ability to Perform the Work at This Level. at Least One Year of Qualifying Experience, at This Level, Must Be Specialized Experience as Defined Below.
Specialized Experience: One Year (52 Weeks) of Post-J.D. Specialized Experience at Or Equivalent To, the Gs-15 Level, in Or Directly Related to This Position. One Year (52 Weeks) of Specialized Experience Commensurate with The Duties and Responsibilities of The Position at A Level Close to The Work of This Job that Has Given You the Particular Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Successfully Perform.
Specialized Experience that Is Qualifying Grade for This Position Is Described as The Following: Experience that Involves Procurement Law Litigation and Advice in A Federal or Comparable Setting.
Note: A Ll.M. May Be Substituted for A Maximum of One Year of Experience.
Transcripts: You Must Provide a Copy of Your Law School Transcript to Be Considered for This Position. Verification of Your Academic Degree(s) Is Necessary to Determine Your Qualifications or Eligibility for This Position, You Will Be Required to Submit an Official Transcript for Verification Purposes Before You Are Hired. However, Unofficial Transcripts May Be Submitted During the Application Phase of The Process. Please Note that Your J.D. or Ll. B Degree Must Be Conferred Before You Can Begin Working.
Education:
A Ll.B or J.D. Is a Requirement for This Position. if You Do Not Submit Sufficient Academic Documentation Necessary to Demonstrate that You Meet the Eligibility and Minimum Qualification Requirements Described in This Announcement, Your Application Will Be Deemed Incomplete and You Will Be Ineligible for Further Consideration for This Vacancy.
Any Applicant Falsely Claiming an Academic Degree from An Accredited School Will Be Subject to Actions Ranging from Disqualification from Federal Employment to Removal from Federal Service.
If Your Education Was Completed at A Foreign College or University, You Must Show Comparability to Education Received in Accredited Educational Institutions in The United States and Comparability to Applicable Minimum Course Work Requirements for This Position. Click Evaluation of Foreign Education (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#eva-foreign) for More Information.
Additional Information:
Applicants Must Meet All Legal and Regulatory Requirements. Reference the Required Documents Section for Additional Requirements.Supervisory Financial Disclosure (if Applicable) - This Position Is Subject to The Confidential Financial Disclosure Requirements of The Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (p.L. 95-521). Therefore, if Selected, You Will Be Required to Complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (oge Form 450) to Determine if A Conflict or An Appearance of A Conflict Exists Between Your Financial Interest(s) and Your Prospective Position with Dol. This Information Will Be Required Annually.The Mission of The Department of Labor (dol) Is to Protect the Welfare of Workers and Job Seekers, Improve Working Conditions, Expand High-Quality Employment Opportunities, and Assure Work-Related Benefits and Rights for All Workers.
Refer to These Links for More Information: General Information (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#gen-info), Reasonable Accommodation (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#Reasonable-Accommodations), Additional Documentation (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#add-docu), Former Federal Employees (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#former-fed)
As a Condition of Employment, All Personnel Must Undergo a Background Investigation for Access to Dol Facilities, Systems, Information And/or Classified Materials Before They Can Enter on Duty: Background Investigation (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/background-investigation)
Click for Telework Eligibility Information (https://www.dol.gov/general/jobs/vacancy-information#Telework)
Based on Agency Needs, Additional Positions May Be Filled Using This Vacancy.The Fair Chance Act (fca) Prohibits Federal Agencies from Reques
