General Counsel

Salary: $205,373.00 - $225,100.00 Annually
Location : Washington, DC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-EO-OGC-0001
Department: Executive Office
Opening Date: 04/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Job Details
SERVICING PERSONNEL OFFICE/UNIT: Office of Human Resources
POSITION SERIES: DS-0905-17 POSITION GRADE: DS-17 IF "OPEN UNTIL FILLED," FIRST SCREENING DATE: May 13, 2026 TOUR OF DUTY: To Be Determined AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Unlimited PROMOTION POTENTIAL: None NO. OF VACANCIES: One (1) or more AGENCY:

DURATION OF APPOINTMENT : Permanent COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT: This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This position is in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), Office of the General Counsel (OGC). The Office of the General Counsel directs the legal position of the OCFO with respect to federal and District appropriations, contracting and procurement, and accounting and financial transactions. The General Counsel represents the OCFO in litigation and in other legal matters in which the OCFO is a party or has legal interest, supervises and manages outside counsel in all legal matters, and assures the legal sufficiency of the OCFO's programs and policies. The General Counsel, under the leadership of the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Chief of Staff, is responsible for serving as the principal legal advisor to the Chief Financial Officer.
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Representing the Chief Financial Officer in litigation, working cooperatively with the Office of the Attorney General, and other legal matters in which the CFO is a party or has legal interest;
• Ensuring compliance with mid-year and annual performance evaluations for all OGC staff;
• Consulting with the Office of Human Resources (OHR) on employee relations matters;
• Ensuring excellent customer service and open communications with all agencies;
• Participating as a member of the OCFO executive team in the continual development and evaluation of policies and review of OCFO programs;
• Serving on the OCFO and other District Government committees, councils, working groups and adhoc groups or community boards, as required; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
Eight (8) years of progressive experience to include four (4) years at the managerial level performing the related duties and responsibilities such as: reviewing, analyzing, and drafting documents related to complex legal issues and legislation; serving as a legal advisor; and working knowledge of two or more of the following disciplines: Corporate Law, Legislation, Litigation, Commercial, Federal or State/Municipal Government, Labor Contracts, Employment Law, or other relevant disciplines.
In addition - A Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent from an accredited law school is required and D.C. licensure or admittance to membership in the D.C. Bar in accordance with the D.C. Bar rules within six (6) months of employment. An official transcript must be submitted in order to be considered for the position. If applicable, your application package must include a U.S. evaluation of all foreign transcripts. Acceptable foreign credential equivalency reports must be provided by organizations that have current membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE).

Specialized Experience


Experience that provides the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for this position.

Additional Information
STATEMENT ON THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI):

Integrity is the foundation of a fair and competitive recruitment process. Candidates are expected to complete all application materials, assessments, and interviews without the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The use of AI-generated or any unauthorized assistance during any stage of the hiring process is strictly prohibited. Violations of this policy may result in disqualification from consideration for employment.
COVID-19 VACCINATION:

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, OCFO employees are strongly encouraged to be immunized against COVID-19.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT:
Employment with the OCFO is at will. However, the discipline and/or discharge of bargaining unit employees is governed by the collective bargaining agreement.

EEO STATEMENT:
The OCFO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

HOW TO APPLY:
All Applicants, including departmental employees and other DC Government Employees, must submit an OCFO employment application at . (Resume may be attached). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employees affected by restructuring must submit their application with the application transmittal form. All applications, transcripts, and supporting documents must be received by close of business (5:00 PM) on the closing date of the announcement or they will not be considered.
NOTE: It is imperative that all information on the employment application, resume and supporting documents be both accurate and truthful and is subject to verification. Misrepresentations of any kind may be grounds for disqualification for this position or termination.

JOB OFFERS:
Official job offers are made only by the OCFO's Office of Human Resources.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:
If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contact you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.


RESIDENCY PREFERENCE:
An external applicant for a position in the OCFO who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia at the time of application, may claim a hiring preference over a non-resident applicant by completing the 'Residency Preference for Employment' form, , and uploading and attaching it to their employment application. To be granted preference, an applicant must: (1) be qualified for the position; and (2) submit a claim form at the time of application. Except for employees entitled by law to preference, preference will not be granted unless the claim is made at the time of application. This preference is only granted upon initial appointment.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:
In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code section 2-1401.01 et seq., (Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above, protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND PENALTIES FOR FALSE STATEMENTS:
Employment with the OCFO is subject to the completion and satisfactory result of a background investigation conducted by the OCFO. For most positions, the investigation is conducted after commencement of duty, at which time you will be provided background and release of information forms to complete. For more information, see the Employment Opportunities section at the OCFO website (). Certain highly sensitive positions however warrant completion of the OCFO background investigation prior to commencement of duty. You will be informed if this is required.

Applicant understands that a false statement on any part of your application, including materials submitted with the application, may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work (D.C. Official Code, section 1-616.51et seq.) (2001). The applicant understands that making a false statement on the application or on materials submitted with the application is punishable by criminal penalties pursuant to D.C. Official Code, section 22-2405 et seq. (2001).

SALARY REDUCTION OF REEMPLOYED ANNUITANTS:
An individual selected for employment in the District Government on or after January 1, 1980, who is receiving an annuity under any District government civilian retirement system, shall have his or her pay reduced by the amount of annuity allocable to the period of employment as a reemployed annuitant.

VETERANS PREFERENCE:
Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof with the application.

WORKING CONDITION:
Office Environment
The OCFO offers a competitive salary and benefits package may include the following options:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverages
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Retirement Plans (401(a), 403(b) & 457(b))
• Group & Optional Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Leave Accrual Options
• Family Leave Program
• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Commuter Benefits
• Educational Assistance
• College Savings Plan
• Alternate Work Schedules (AWS)
• Telework

For additional details regarding benefits offered by the OCFO, please visit the OCFO's benefits webpage.
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Describe your experience and ability to identify and analyze legal issues, research, and interpret applicable laws, regulations, and precedents to develop sound legal opinions. In addition, describe your experience reviewing and revising legal memoranda and opinions.
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Describe your knowledge of District law, particularly the Home Rule Act, and your familiarity with federal laws affecting the District, including those related to taxation and economic development. Include in your answer any relevant knowledge of comparable laws in other jurisdictions.
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Describe your experience in managing attorneys and legal professionals, including setting goals and expectations, and providing critical feedback. Include in your answer your experience with robust team building and your approach to leadership.
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