Senior Level Attorney Advisor (Copyright)

If you are energized by complex legal and policy work and ready for a meaningful challenge, we invite you to join a dynamic, skilled, and collaborative team in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Office of Policy and International Affairs. The Office of Policy and International Affairs develops, communicates, and helps ensure consistency in copyright policy to support the USPTO's mission and to advance clear, effective copyright administration. In addition, the office develops and administers policies and guidance that inform copyright-related practices and procedures. Duties Provide expert legal and policy analysis on complex domestic and international copyright issues. Review domestic legislation on substantive copyright law and administrative matters that is consistent with Administration goals. Make presentations to, and secure comments from, high-profile private sector groups, trade and bar associations, and others with an interest in copyright matters. Coordinate with the senior level attorney advisor (copyright) responsible for international matters in providing assistance regarding bilateral and multilateral negotiations to obtain and realize the Administration's objectives in foreign policy and trade arenas where exceptionally sophisticated or complex copyright issues are involved. Direct and advise other attorneys on a wide range of intellectual property matters, with an emphasis on copyright matters, public awareness and education campaigns, and the electronic management of copyrighted materials. Render advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both substantive work and administrative matters. Develop performance standards; evaluate work performance of team members; prepare and conduct performance appraisals. Qualifications To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQs) related to the position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Expertise related to copyright law, the U.S. legislative process, and providing expert legal advice regarding copyright law and policy, including writing and reviewing complex legal documents as it pertains to leadership positions and with managing resources in a technical, legal, or government organization. Demonstrated experience to effectively communicate with high-ranking officials both within and outside the federal government, including Members of Congress, international organizations, and stakeholders regarding highly complex and sensitive issues pertaining to domestic copyright law and policy. Education Educational requirement is a law degree and membership in good standing of the bar of a state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico. Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen or a National. If selected, you will be required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check. The United States Patent and Trademark Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, retaliation for engaging in protected activity, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr USPTO