Legal Counsel

The United States Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court seeks to hire a Legal Advisor to assist the Judges of the Court in considering applications presented by the U.S. government for authority to conduct electronic surveillance, physical search or other forms of intelligence gathering pursuant to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The Legal Advisors advise Judges on legal issues presented in applications or otherwise before the Court. Responsibilities Assist Judges in evaluating requests for electronic surveillance, physical searches and other intelligence gathering activities, and advise on the legal issues associated with these applications. Qualifications Minimum eight (8) years of legal work experience. At least one (1) year in a position equivalent to JSP‑15 (or GS‑15) level. Expertise in intelligence law, constitutional law, privacy or communications technology law preferred. Experience as a clerk to a federal judge is preferred. Lived attorney with a license in good standing in at least one jurisdiction. Current or prior Top Secret/SCI security clearance preferred. Benefits A minimum of 11 paid holidays per year. Paid annual leave: 13 days per year during the first three years; 20 days per year after three years; 26 days per year after fifteen years. Paid sick leave: 13 days per year. Federal Employees' Retirement System (FERS). Optional participation in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP). Federal Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI). Flexible Benefits Program. Commuter Benefit Program. SmartBenefits (mass transit subsidy up to $340 per month). Employee Recognition Program (budget permitting). Workers' Compensation Program. On‑site physical fitness facility. Flexible work schedule. Federal Occupational Health Services Program (FOH) and on‑site Health Unit. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Work Life Services. Virtual Learning through the Judiciary Online University. Student Loan Forgiveness for Public Service Employees. Priority enrollment for children, starting at three months of age until kindergarten, at the Thurgood Marshall Child Development Center (TMCDC). For more detailed benefits information, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr