Attorney-Adviser (General)
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Description: Department of the Army is currently interviewing Attorney-Adviser (General) right now, this position will be placed in Tennessee. For complete informations about this position opportunity kindly read the description below. Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but are crucial to support! military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.
About the Position:
You will serve as an Attorney - Advisor (General) for the Nashville District, United States Army Corps of Engineers.
Established in 1888, the Nashville District employs approximately 750 people that are spread over 59,000 square miles in seven states. Our civilian workforce is made up of professional engineers, architects, planners, economists, biologist and other specialists who support a very diverse civil works mission that includes navigation, flood damage reduction, hydropower and recreation. The Office of Counsel is comprised of 7 attorneys and 1 administrative support team member.
This position is located in Nashville TN, nicknamed "Athens of the South" because of The Parthenon, the only full scale replica of the Greek temple in the world and "Music City USA" in honor of the cityÂ's role ! in the history and formation of country music. The city has na! tural beauty, Southern hospitality, serene weather, and something for everyone. It has music and arts, sports and recreation (NFL's Tennessee Titans, college football, NHL's Nashville Predators, minor league baseball), history and heritage.
NOTICE OF VETERANS' PREFERENCE
There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Defense considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor for attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g. DD Form 214, "Certificate for Release or Discharge from Active Duty") to their submissions.
Although the point-preference system is not used, applicants eligible to claim a 10-point preference must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference," and supporting documentation ! required for the specific type of preference claimed. The SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preference and the required supporting documentation, is available from the Office of Personnel Management website at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf
Who may apply:
US Citizens
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances will be authorized. KEY REQUIREMENTS
Must be a U.S. Citizen DUTIES:
- Serves as an Attorney-Adviser (General) in the Office of Counsel, Nashville District, Corps of Engineers. As an Attorney-Adviser, provides oral and written advice concerning civilian personnel law, employment discrimination law, and all labor relations matters. Reviews proposed activity regulations for legal sufficiency and impact on other regulations, and on programs, procedures, and methods of operation. Practices preventive law by informing manageme! nt of the impact of changes in civilian personnel and labor law and reg! ulations; advising managers and supervisors on informal resolution of grievances and providing advice to line management and EEO Officer on resolving informal discrimination complaints; and advising or participating on the management negotiating teams before and during union contract negotiations.
- Represents the District as a trial attorney before arbitrators, investigators, and administrative judges from various agencies including the Merit Systems Protection Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Federal Labor Relations Authority, and the Federal Services Impasses Panel. Cases involve union/employee grievances on a wide variety of topics, adverse actions, reductions in force, employment discrimination, collective bargaining, negotiability determinations, and unfair labor practice charges.
- Renders legal advice with respect to the Nashville DistrictÂ's Regulatory program. This involves resolving factually complex legal issues relating to r! egulations, practices, or other matters falling within the Corps of EngineersÂ' responsibility for the issuance and control of permits within the geographical area of the DistrictÂ's civil works boundaries. Reviews permit actions for legal sufficiency under Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899, Section 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act of 1972.
- With regard to regulatory litigation, makes recommendations and referrals to the United States AttorneysÂ' Office for criminal or civil action, as appropriate. Consults with representatives of other interested Federal and State agencies, the U.S. AttorneysÂ' Office, private parties and their legal representatives. Evaluates results of investigations, determines whether additional evidence is required and whether civil or criminal actions should be initiated, seek legal precedent on complex legal and factual issues. Assists Assistant U.S. Attorneys in the prosecution of violations. Prepares litigation! reports justifying the DistrictÂ's position.
- Performs other g! eneral law duties as assigned, which may include fiscal, ethics, torts, FOIA, and other practice areas.
In order to qualify for this position, you must have in excess of (2) years of professional legal experience acquired after being admitted to the bar, commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of this position. Examples of this experience are:
1. Identifying, researching, evaluating and analyzing complex facts and legal issues, using statutes, regulations, and case law,
2. Formulating alternative courses of action to meet the needs of clients,
3. Explaining legal principles and the risks concerning alternative courses of action to decision makers,
4. Advising management and EEO concerning civilian personnel law, employment discrimination law, and all labor relations matters,
5. Advising staff and management concerning regulatory matters,
6. Representing clients bef! ore administrative and judicial tribunals,
7. Communicating effectively orally and in writing.
NOTE: Experience MUST be documented in your resume.
Education:
In order to qualify for this position, you must have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and have the first professional law degree (L.L.B. or J.D.).
Bar Membership: An applicant must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
- If selected, official transcripts will be required.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
- One year trial period ma! y be required.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire) will be reviewed to verify that you meet the basic eligibility and qualification requirements. Your responses to the q uestionnaire will be used to evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Basis for Rating : Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitiv! e service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if he or she attains an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Information about I! CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at htt! p://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp .
BENEFITS:
The Department of Defense offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include:
- Comprehensive health and life insurance - http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc
- Competitive salaries
- Generous retirement programs - http://www.opm.gov/retire/retire_jobseekers.asp or
- Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time
- Flexible work environment and alternate work schedules
- Paid employment related training and education
- Possible student loan repayment
- Payment of licenses, certification, and academic degrees as applicable
- Bonuses, incentives, and awards as appropriate for the job.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
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If you were eligible to this ! position, please give us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department of the Army.
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This position starts available on: Mon, 19 Aug 2013 04:12:58 GMT
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