Attorney-Advisor (International)(Public Notice Flyer)

The Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) of the Office of the General Counsel, U.S. Department of Commerce, is seeking an individual with exceptional analytical, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills to join our team of international technical assistance Attorney‑Advisors to engage in legal reform work related to telecommunications and the information and communication technology (ICT) sector. Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations such as professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, or social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education Requirement Must be a law school graduate with a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and able to verify ACTIVE BAR MEMBERSHIP in good standing in one of the 50 United States, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. Qualification Levels To qualify for GS-12 , applicants must possess a J.D., active U.S. state/territory bar membership, and a minimum of 1 year of relevant professional experience as listed below. Prior experience or relevant professional experience (legal or non‑legal) related to and conversing with a variety of stakeholders on the development of laws, regulations, or policies involving telecommunications, undersea cables, non‑geostationary orbit satellite communications services, the Internet, privacy, 5G, or the digital economy. To qualify for GS-13 , applicants must possess a J.D., active U.S. state/territory bar membership, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience as listed below. Prior relevant legal experience related to and conversing with a variety of stakeholders on the development of laws, regulations, or policies involving telecommunications, undersea cables, non‑geostationary orbit satellite communications services, the Internet, privacy, 5G, or the digital economy. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in working with senior officials of the U.S. and foreign governments and international multilateral institutions, and in coordinating within the U.S. interagency and among organizations. Prior experience in designing, organizing, and conducting seminars, conferences, workshops, or consultations. Prior experience with competitive tendering of ICT equipment or services. Interest or familiarity with countries in the Indo‑Pacific region or Latin America. Spanish language preferred but not a requirement. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at #J-18808-Ljbffr US Office of the Secretary