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Supervisory Attorney-Advisor (General)

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Job Description

See below for important information regarding this job. The duty location will be located in the Office of General Counsel - DLA Disposition Services, Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center, Battle Creek, Michigan.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR SUPERVISORY ATTORNEY-ADVISOR (GENERAL), GS-0905-15: 1) The first professional law degree (LLB. or J.D.) 2) Proof that you are licensed and a member in good standing with the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. Annual bar certification cards issued from your state of licensure are not considered acceptable. Proof is a "certificate of good standing" issued by your state of licensure dated within 6 months of the closing date of this announcement or a screenshot of your bar status taken from your state of licensure website that is dated within 6 months of the closing date of this announcement or sworn statement to that effect. If there is not a date on the screen shot, you must provide a statement signed by you on the date that the screen shot was created. The successful applicant selected for employment must provide a "certificate of good standing" issued by their respective bar showing they are in good status and in active status prior to appointment. 3) In addition to 1 and 2 (listed above), each grade level has the following qualification requirements: To Qualify at the GS-15 Level: You must possess professional legal experience in excess of 3 years commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position. In accordance with DoDI 1442.2 (Personnel Actions Involving Civilian Attorneys), promotion for this position is based on the individual's time, performance, and mastery of skills at the required grade level and only with approval of the designated official (DLA General Counsel) in accordance with the applicable regulation. The legal experience described in your application package or resume will be evaluated and screened for competencies required to perform the duties of the position as described in the Major Duties section of this announcement. The QUALITY of experience will be evaluated and screened to determine how closely or to what extent your experience, education, and training are relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the announced position. Your application package or resume must demonstrate you have the competencies and quality of experience necessary to successfully perform the work of the position at the appropriate grade level. PRINCIPAL SELECTION FACTORS: Providing Knowledge, Skills, and Ability (KSA) narrative statements addressing the following principal selection factors, or addressing them in your resume is OPTIONAL, but strongly encouraged. a. Legal Experience and Perspective: Demonstrable breadth and depth of legal experience across multiple organizations and at varying levels of responsibility. A diversified background including experience within different Major Subordinate Commands (MSCs), operating locations/installations, or other government agencies (e.g., Combatant Command, Headquarters Military Staff Service, Joint Staff, Defense Agency) is highly advantageous. b. Legal Expertise: Proven expert knowledge in several key areas of law relevant to DLA Disposition Services. Strong expertise in Acquisition Law and/or Disposal Law is highly preferred. Demonstrated expertise in Employment Law, Environmental Law, Fiscal Law, and Government Ethics is highly desirable. c. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Exceptional analytical ability, including the capacity to quickly identify and thoroughly research complex legal issues, analyze various options and their associated risks, and develop creative and effective solutions. d. Communication Skills: Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences. e. Legal and Business Acumen: Demonstrated sound legal and business judgment, with the ability to weigh legal considerations against operational realities and make well-reasoned, strategic recommendations. f. Interpersonal and Relationship Management Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to foster strong client relationships. Possess the capacity to effectively interact and collaborate with senior officials on sensitive and potentially controversial issues, demonstrating diplomacy and professional acumen. Security Clearance: This position is designated Critical Sensitive with Top Secret. If selected, you must obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. If you are unable to obtain this level of security clearance (as a result of undisclosed or disclosed background issues), within a reasonable period of time (as defined by the agency), the employment offer may be withdrawn. In addition, incumbent is subject to periodic re-investigation to maintain security eligibility in accordance with DoD 5200.2-R.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on what authority you are using to apply (i.e., applying as a veteran, a current permanent Federal employee, a reinstatement, etc). Your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your application eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be further considered. PLEASE REVIEW THE LINK FOR OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS needed for proof of eligibility: https://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/Careers/supportingdocumentation.pdf APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED: 1. Resume: IMPORTANT UPDATE: Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement. The resume and required supporting documentation should provide the minimum qualifications and relevant experience for the announced position. Additional guidance on writing a federal resume can be found at: USAJOBS Help Center - How do I write a resume for a federal job? Page margins should be 0.5 inches, font styles must be legible, and consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text. The resume must not be more than 5MB and should be saved and uploaded as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. Must include your name and contact information, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for the qualifications and referred for selection consideration if eligible. IMPORTANT NOTE: Ensure that your resume does not contain any specialized characters, fonts, typefaces or formatting (e.g. tables, macros, etc.). It is also recommended that you convert/save your resume as a PDF prior to attaching to your application. To ensure full credit for time worked regarding qualifications determinations your resume must include your work schedule. You are strongly encouraged to ensure your resume contains the number of hours worked per week and the specific dates of employment (i.e.,"40 hrs per week; 1/15/2020 - 1/14/2022" or "30 hrs per week; 1/15/2020 - Present"). 2. If you are a current or former Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50). 3. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if current Federal employee). 4. If you are applying under Veterans' Preference, you should submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. These documents may include but are not limited to: DD214 (which indicates character of service), SF-15, VA Letter and/or Activation/Deactivation orders. 5. If applicable, supporting documentation for military spouse preference. 6. TRANSCRIPTS: Official transcripts must contain the applicant's name, the name of the school, the degree awarded, date conferred, and all required courses as required by the position. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE TRANSCRIPTS TO VERIFY POSSESSION OF THE FIRST PROFESSIONAL LAW DEGREE (LL. B OR J.D.)] APPLICANTS MAY SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING WITH APPLICATION (OPTIONAL): 7. Cover Letter. Applicants may submit a cover letter if desired. Cover letters may include a brief narrative statement outlining the applicant's experience relevant to the principal selection factors listed under Qualifications in the Requirements section above. IF SELECTED, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS: 8. Proof you are licensed and a member in good standing with the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. Proof is a "certificate of good standing" issued by your state of licensure within 6 months of the date of application or a screenshot of your bar status taken from your state of licensure website dated within 6 months. If there is no date on the screen shot, you must provide a statement signed by you on the date that the screen shot was created. The successful applicant selected for employment must provide a "certificate of good standing" issued by their respective bar showing they are in good standing and in active status prior to appointment. 9. A sworn statement signed by you as to whether or not you have ever been found by any tribunal to have committed any crime or other act reflecting upon your suitability to practice law. Applications will NOT be accepted or considered if sent by mail or facsimile. Only on-line applications will be considered. GENERAL COUNSEL CONTACT INFORMATION: Bre Parra [email protected]

Department Information

Agency

Defense Logistics Agency

Department

Department of Defense

Location

Battle Creek, Michigan, Michigan, United States

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