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<p>The Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks an attorney with experience in ethics to join its dynamic, high-performing team. You will provide a full range of day-to-day consultation and advice in support of OPM's ethics program, as well as legal advice and representation to OPM leaders on a wide variety of issues relating to both the internal work of OPM, as well as OPM's governmentwide policies, oversight, and programs that support more than 5 million Federal employees, annuitants, survivors, and family members. The work is diverse, fast-paced, and involves collaborating with a collegial group of colleagues to analyze interesting and novel questions of law. Major duties and responsibilities include:<br> <b>Managing the day-to-day operations of the ethics program in support of the Designated Ethics Official and Alternate Designated Ethics Official. This includes:</b> </p>
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<li>Providing expert consultation and advice to employees from across the agency on ethics concepts, regulations, and laws; </li>
<li>Preparing well-organized and well-reasoned responses to ethics-related inquiries and requests for advisory opinions on the full range of ethics subjects, including conflicts of interest, outside employment and activities, gifts, and post-government employment;</li>
<li>Developing, conducting, overseeing, and tracking compliance with ethics training, including new employee orientation and other ethics briefings as required; </li>
<li>Reviewing ethics related materials for legal sufficiency;</li>
<li>Conducting independent research, interpreting, analyzing, and applying complex ethics laws and regulations;</li>
<li>Collecting, reviewing, and certifying highly complex public and confidential financial disclosure reports, and advising on nominee clearance for Presidential appointments; </li>
<li>Serving as a liaison with the Office of Inspector General, Office of Government Ethics, and other Federal agencies; </li>
<li>Enforcing regulatory and statutory requirements; </li>
<li>Reporting suspected violations of ethics law and regulations; and</li>
<li>Providing guidance on related areas of law, such as procurement integrity and rules governing partisan political activity.</li>
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<b>Providing legal advice and representation to OPM leaders on a varied and interesting portfolio of additional work. This includes: </b>
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<li>Advising and counseling OPM offices on a range of policy and legal issues; </li>
<li>Supporting the Department of Justice on litigation affecting OPM; and </li>
<li>Reviewing and commenting on a wide variety of existing and proposed legislative and regulatory proposals. Potential subject matters include personnel, procurement, and Federal employee insurance, compensation, and retirement matters. </li>
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<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of Employment</b></h3>
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<li>Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.</li>
<li>Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.</li>
<li>Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation.</li>
<li>May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.</li>
<li>Must be a member in good standing of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia.</li>
<li>Appointments made from this announcement are exempt from competitive service.</li>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
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<b>Basic Qualifications:</b>
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<li>A J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association;</li>
<li>Active membership, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; and</li>
<li>Demonstrated expertise necessary to properly apply the Ethics in Government Act, Executive Orders related to ethics, and the ethics regulations at 5 C.F.R. Part 2600, and other applicable statutes and regulations.</li>
<li>Demonstrated knowledge of financial instruments necessary to review financial disclosure reports submitted by officers and employees of the agency.</li>
<li>To qualify for this position at the GS-14 level, your resume must clearly demonstrate that you have one full year of experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service. For the GS-15 level, your resume must clearly demonstrate that you have one full year of experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service.</li>
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<b>Additional Qualifications:</b>
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<li>Superior interpersonal and communication skills, and sound judgment and discretion in challenging situations;</li>
<li>A demonstrated commitment to professionalism and ability to model high standards of honesty, integrity, trust, openness, and respect for individuals.</li>
<li>Strong oral and written communication skills;</li>
<li>High competence in legal research and analysis, including the ability to effectively integrate and synthesize facts and law to make legally sound decisions, including in compressed timeframes;</li>
<li>Experience identifying, developing, and/or delivering useful, relevant training;</li>
<li>The ability to work both independently and as a team member in a demanding environment;</li>
<li>Willingness to consider diverse perspectives and ability to navigate changing circumstances;</li>
<li>Ability to effectively manage multiple work assignments and competing priorities concurrently;</li>
<li>Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships, both within and outside OGC.</li>
</ul>You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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<p>You <b>MUST</b> provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated, official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable. All materials must be submitted before your application will be considered complete.<br> <br> </p>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
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<p><b>Applicants please note: </b>Additional selections may be made for other Office of General Counsel positions through this vacancy announcement.<br> <b>Relocation: </b><i>Relocation expenses will not be paid. </i>Current OPM employees may qualify as an exception.<br> <br> <b>Veterans' Preference: </b>If you claim veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference (5 or 10 points) you are claiming in your cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation.If you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference click here. There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Office of Personnel Management considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. <br> <br> <b>Selective Service: </b>Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration).</p>
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<li><p>Benefits</p>
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<p>A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. </p>
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<p>Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.</p>
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<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How You Will Be Evaluated</b></h2>
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<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. We will review your application package to ensure you meet the job requirements. </p>
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<p>A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. </p>
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<p>Review our benefits </p>
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<p>Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.</p>
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<li><p>Required Documents</p>
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<p>As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.</p>
<p>To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: </p>
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<li>Your <b>Resume</b>;</li>
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<li>A <b>Cover Letter</b>, which includes an identification of the GS level(s) for which you are applying;</li>
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<li><b>Proof of active membership</b>, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia;</li>
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<li><b>Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable</b> (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)</li>
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<b>Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Please do not submit any other documentation.</b>
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<h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: </b></h4>
<p>Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. </p>
<p>Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. </p>
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<li><p>How to Apply</p>
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<p>To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above to the following email address: OGCJobs@opm.gov. <b>Please include in the subject line your last name, "Ethics Attorney-Advisor," and the GS level(s) for which you are applying.</b> <br> <br> You will receive an email acknowledgment when your application has been received. This is not an indication as to the completeness of your application; you are responsible for ensuring that you submit a complete application.<br> <br> </p>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>OPM Human Resources </b></h3>
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<p>202-606-9321 </p>
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<p>jobs@opm.gov </p>
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<h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Address</b></h5>
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<i>OPM Human Resources</i>
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<i>1900 E St., NW</i>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
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<p><b>References and Writing Sample: </b>If you advance in the selection process, you may be required to submit: (1) three professional <b>references</b>; and (2) a <b>writing sample</b> not more than 20 pages in length. <br> <br> A copy of official transcripts may be requested at a later time. <br> <br> Deliberate attempts to falsify information in your application may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency.<br> <br> Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.<br> <br> After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. </p>
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<li><p>Fair and Transparent</p>
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<p>The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. </p>
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<li>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy </li>
<li>Reasonable accommodation policy </li>
<li>Financial suitability </li>
<li>Selective Service </li>
<li>New employee probationary period </li>
<li>Signature and false statements </li>
<li>Privacy Act </li>
<li>Social security number request </li>
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<p>To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: </p>
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<li>Your <b>Resume</b>;</li>
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<li>A <b>Cover Letter</b>, which includes an identification of the GS level(s) for which you are applying;</li>
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<li><b>Proof of active membership</b>, in good standing, of the Bar of a State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia;</li>
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<li><b>Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable</b> (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)</li>
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<b>Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Please do not submit any other documentation.</b>
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<h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: </b></h4>
<p>Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. </p>
<p>Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.</p>
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<h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The public</b></h4>
<p>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.</p>
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<h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Clarification from the agency</b></h4>
<p>Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with first consideration given to applications received by 12/23/2022.</p>
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