General Attorney (Public Notice Flyer)

This vacancy is for a General Attorney (Public Notice Flyer) in the Office of the Secretary, Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Chief Counsel for Industry and Security (OCC/IS) within the Department of Commerce. 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: 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. 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. Basic Requirement for All Grade Levels You must be a graduate with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or equivalent from an accredited law school; AND You must have bar membership in one of the 50 states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. Minimum Qualifications

GS-11

J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in one of the 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. The requirement that an applicant possess a J.D. may be waived if his or her bar membership is in a state that allows individuals to "read for the law" rather than pursue a formal academic degree.

GS-12

GS-11 qualifications plus one-year legal experience, or additional relevant experience that distinguishes an entry-level attorney from the GS-11. This may include a superior academic record; specific coursework or an internship in the relevant legal area; or another graduate or doctoral degree. Individuals hired into Legal Intern positions at the GS-11 may be reassigned to GS-12 attorney positions upon admission to the bar, irrespective of time-in-grade.

GS-13

Applicants applying at the GS-13 grade level must have two years of experience in either the private or public sectors, with a preference for experience litigating corporate enforcement actions and working on export control-related matters.

GS-14

Applicants applying at the GS-14 grade level must have three years of experience in either the private or public sectors, with a preference for experience litigating corporate enforcement actions and working on export control-related matters.

GS-15

Applicants applying at the GS-15 grade level must have four years of experience in either the private or public sectors, with a preference for experience litigating corporate enforcement actions and working on export control-related matters. Note: The General Counsel or designee retains the discretion to waive minimum qualifications as described above. Specialized Experience Requirements Applicants must meet the General Professional Experience requirements set forth above and the below specialized experience by the closing date of the announcement. Specialized experience equips applicants with particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled. Applicants may be hired at any of the grades shown in this announcement, commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications. You are encouraged to identify the grade level(s) or salary for which you wish to be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr Office of the Secretary