Attorney-Adviser

Overview

This position is in Region 5, Office of Regional Counsel, Multi-Media Branch II, Section
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5. This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.

Join EPA in protecting human health and the environment and enjoy many work life quality options! Working for the EPA offers you a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. To learn more about us, visit Life and Careers  you are selected for this position, situational telework may be approved by your supervisor if you meet eligibility requirements, as allowable by agency policy and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement.

NOTE:

You must meet qualification requirements, including any requirements described in the Education section, by the closing date of this announcement.

To qualify for the GS-13 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as managing administrative and judicial litigation in employment and labor law, including independently handling complaints, grievances, discovery requests, and drafting motions and pleadings; demonstrating ability to provide strategic legal advice and ensure compliance with federal labor regulations.

To qualify for the GS-14 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level defined as managing administrative and judicial litigation in employment and labor law, including independently handling complaints, grievances, discovery requests, and drafting motions and pleadings; representing cases before local, state, or federal employment and labor tribunals; providing strategic legal counsel and advocate for the organization's interests in employment laws and regulations.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Part-Time Experience