Summary

The position serves as the Regulatory Specialist in the Servicing & Asset Mangement Office (SAMO) under the Bankruptcy Branch. Will serve as a legal liaison performing complex research and regulatory analysis to identify and resolve legal and regulatory issues to assure adherence to real estate, tax, bankruptcy, foreclosure, collections, treasury off-set, and privacy issue laws, rules, guidelines, and procedures.

This vacancy announcement is open to current Rural Development Employees only.

Duties

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• Serve as liaison between SAMO and its legal service providers and principal point of contact for communications related to legal or regulatory matters and for ensuring that mutual obligations and needs are met.
• Establish and maintains cooperative relationships with attorneys, Office of General Counsel (OGE), Department of Justice (DOJ) and other private sector who are engaged in providing legal services for SAMO.
• Respond directly to US Attorneys to provide case or issue analysis. Serve as principal advisor to SAMO personnel in interpreting legal documents and applicable government policies. Handle matters to avoid litigation.
• Abreast on current issues affecting the mortgage loan servicing industry and advises SAMO management and other USDA/Rural Housing Service personnel regarding these issues.

Requirements

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Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below.

GS-13: Applicants must possess (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level; or its non-Federal equivalent that demonstrates: Experience that demonstrates experience and ability to research and analyze information to identify and resolve legal and regulatory issues related to real estate, tax, bankruptcy, foreclosure, collections, treasury off-set, privacy and general servicing processes. Prepare written opinions, make oral presentations for informational and training purposes. Ability to effectively communicate with all staffing levels including Senior Management and Office of General Counsel (OGC) Leadership.

There is no substitution of education for experience at the GS-13 grade level.

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

Education

There is no educational substitution for this position.

Additional information

• This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• This position is eligible to be covered by the bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 3354.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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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.

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.