Environmental Law Counsel & Policy Strategist

Duties The attorney will advise ENRD's Office of the Assistant Attorney General and Division managers and staff on a wide range of novel and cross-cutting legal, jurisdictional, and operational issues, addressing areas of potential legal vulnerability and risk. The attorney will be called upon to assist with many of the same duties as a general counsel's office. They may work on matters within the full range of substantive environmental and natural resource laws handled by the Division, as well as issues of constitutional, administrative, Freedom of Information Act, ethics, appropriations, and general law topics. The attorney would be responsible for analysis of legislation, regulations, international, and trade matters. Attorneys may also handle litigation in cases in which the United States appears as amicus curiae and undertake other special litigation projects. In addition, they may support the Division's responsibilities in responding to Freedom of Information Act requests and providing ethics advice. Employment Conditions You must be a U.S. citizen or national. You must complete a background investigation to include pre-employment drug testing. Selective Service Registration is required, as applicable. You must maintain a bank account for direct deposit of salary. J.D. degree required, must be an active member of the bar, any jurisdiction. Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines. Qualifications Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent), be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and be a U.S. citizen or national. Applicants must have the years of post J.D. (or equivalent) legal experience for the specific grade level requirements listed below: GS‑12: At least 1 year post‑J.D. experience or post clerkship litigation, significant litigation experience, or substantive experience as a legal advisor in the assessment of legal authorities and resources. GS‑13: At least 1.5 years post‑J.D. experience or post clerkship litigation, significant litigation experience, or substantive experience as a legal advisor in the assessment of legal authorities and resources. GS‑14: At least 2.5 years post‑J.D. experience or post clerkship litigation, significant litigation experience, or substantive experience as a legal advisor in the assessment of legal authorities and resources. GS‑15: At least 4 years post‑J.D. experience or post clerkship litigation, significant litigation experience, or substantive experience as a legal advisor in the assessment of legal authorities and resources. The Division's docket is demanding and requires top caliber work products. Successful applicants will have a demonstrated record of analysis of complex legal problems, initiative and creativity, and a commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards. Applicants must also demonstrate outstanding legal research, analytical, and writing abilities, good judgment, and be able to balance a diverse and constantly evolving workload. Ability to work and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, is essential. Litigation experience (trial or appellate court) and judicial clerkship experience is desired. Experience in one or more of the Division's substantive areas of responsibility (environmental, natural resources, public lands, and Indian law, and/or other constitutional, ethics, FOIA, or administrative law topics) is preferred. Salary Range

GS‑12 ($102,415 – $133,142)

GS‑13 ($121,785 – $158,322)

GS‑14 ($143,913 – $187,093)

GS‑15 ($169,279 – $197,200)

Benefits An employee of the United States, as a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type and status of the position. EEO Statement The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non‑merit factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Offices-to-go