Closing Date: 28th August, 2026

Description:

Summary:
As the Director for Bank Advisory, you will serve as operational executive and key advisor to OCC management on significant banking, legal, and supervisory issues pertaining to Bank Advisory matters.

Chief Counsel's Office
Washington, D.C.

Duties:
As the Director for Bank Advisory, you will:

Direct operations of the unit including the development of key communications to internal and external stakeholders subject to the direction of the Deputy Chief Counsel and Chief Counsel.
Provide guidance and legal assistance to OCC management with respect to unusual and complex issues having national significance and develop sound legal precedents in order to support OCC policy objectives.
Prepare authoritative legal opinions on highly complex policy matters dealing with national banking law and other applicable statutes.
Represent the OCC with industry, and Congressional and executive branch committees within assigned areas of responsibility.
Maintain current knowledge of pertinent legal issues facing the OCC and the banking industry and coordinate with professional staff of other federal banking agencies and the administration regarding national banking matters.
Evaluate performance in accordance with OCC guidelines; make personnel action decisions regarding promotions, adverse actions, etc.; and provide training and development opportunities.

Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.

There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:

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-258%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.dni.gov/files/NCSC/documents/Regulations/SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information).
Selectee(s) will be required to sign an agreement allowing for their reassignment within the Chief Counsel's Office to serve the agency's business needs at the discretion of the Chief Counsel or at the expiration of a four-year term set forth in that agreement, with the option to be renewed at the election of the Chief Counsel.
Complete a one-year trial period (unless already completed).
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (https://www.dni.gov/files/NCSC/documents/Regulations/SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf) to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) (https://www.dni.gov/files/NCSC/documents/Regulations/SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf) 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.
Travel occasionally to attend conferences and/or training.
Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
File an Executive Branch Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) and an OCC Financial Disclosure Form.
Complete a financial disclosure review and resolve any ethics issues.
Click here (https://www.dni.gov/files/NCSC/documents/Regulations/SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf) for important information about OCC ethics standards, such as the requirement that new hires divest their bank securities.
Successfully complete a background investigation that includes criminal history, financial history (including a credit check) and other information.

Qualifications:
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of the announcement:

You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the NB-VII band level or GS-15 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience for this position include:
Experience managing others on advising on the laws and regulations relating to the supervision or audits of OCC regulated institutions in safety and soundness matters, Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering, policy development, rulemaking, or legislative matters; And
Advising agency heads or other management officials on high-risk trends and systemic legal vulnerabilities. And
Experience in successfully leading teams in providing guidance, mentorship, and instruction to less experienced attorneys.

And

Must be an active member of the bar of a State, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.

Current OCC employees must have a performance rating of at least Level 3 overall and for all critical performance elements to be eligible for promotion.

The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector, or through volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis.

To receive any credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate the number of hours worked per week, on your resume.

Education:
You must have graduated with a J.D. or an LL.M. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Additional Information:

This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.
Salary range includes 25.72% geographical pay.
Total pay cannot exceed applicable pay cap, which is $319,800 for 2026
If you are a current OCC employee who previously received a waiver determination permitting you to retain bank securities due to extenuating circumstances, please note that this determination may be rescinded if the nature of your duties changes. We strongly suggest that you discuss the potential implications of any change in duties on a prior securities determination with your ethics official.
The candidate selected for this position may be credited with directly-related non-Federal experience for annual leave purposes if eligible and considered appropriate.
We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more positions.
Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information and instructions.
Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
Click "Print" to review the entire announcement before applying.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code 9202(c) (https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCODE-2022-title5/pdf/USCODE-2022-title5-partIII-subpartH-chap92-sec9202.pdf) and 5 C.F.R 920.201 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-5/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-920/subpart-B/section-920.201) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at, FairChanceAct@treasury.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.
Optional Essay Questions: Applicants may choose to respond to four short essay questions (200 words max each) to help us better understand your alignment with the agency's mission. These responses are optional and will not affect the applicant's eligibility.
All newly appointed employees to the excepted service are subject to a trial period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the trial period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the trial period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding.

Additional Information:
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about th