Supervisory Attorney Advisor (FOIA)

Summary

This position is located in the U. S. Department of Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review/Office of the General Counsel. The OGC staff responds to all Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FOIA/PA) requests and is the designated point of contact regarding Standards of Conduct and other ethics guidance for all agency employees.

Job Description

The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) is seeking an Attorney who will act as the Supervisory Attorney Advisor in Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) matters. The Supervisory Attorney directs staff activities and administers and provides legal counsel and advice to the Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel on matters pertaining to the Privacy Act, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), and other laws.

Additionally, the Supervisory Attorney Advisor (FOIA) performs duties such as but not limited to:

• Develops guidelines and establishes procedures concerning implementation of the agency FOIA and Privacy Act (PA).
• Serves as the agency's primary legal authority on FOIA and Privacy Act statutes, providing guidance on all matters related to requests for Bureau records under these laws.
• Directs coordination with intra-agency FOIA matters with other DOJ components, andinteragency consultations in conjunction with other Attorneys for FOIA Litigation.
• Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher-level management.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• You must complete a background investigation, credit check, and drug test.
• Selective Service Registration is required, as applicable.
• A two-year trial period may be required.
• Salary payments must be by direct deposit to a financial institution.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
• A Supervisory Probationary Period may be required

Qualifications

In order to qualify for the Supervisory Attorney Advisor (FOIA) position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Education: Applicants must possess an LL.B. or a J.D. degree. (Provide the month and year in which you obtained your degree, the name of the College or University from which it was conferred/awarded, and a copy of your transcripts.)

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• Licensure: Applicants must be an active member of the bar, duly licensed and authorized to practice law as an attorney under the laws of any state, territory of the U.S., or the District of Columbia. (Provide the month and year in which you obtained your first license and the State from which it was issued, and a copy of proof of your bar status.)

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Required Experience:

• Applicants must have four (4) full years (48 months) of post LL.B or J.D. professional legal experience.

(Your resume must CLEARLY demonstrate this experience)

Preferred Experience:

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

• Providing technical and administrative supervision over attorneys and professional staff within an organization.
• Planning and assigning work to subordinate attorneys based on priorities and difficulty of the assignment.
• Providing input and advice to Senior Officials on policy decisions
• Coordinating with other government offices and/or agencies on legal matters.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your assessment questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone number, email address, and employment information. Each position listed on your resume must include: From/To dates of employment (MM/YYYY-MM/YYYY or MM/YYYY to Present); agency/employer name; position title; Federal grade level(s) held, if applicable; hours, if less than full time; and duties performed. In addition, any experience on less than a full time basis must specify the percentage and length of time spent in performance of such duties.

Education

Education must be accredited by an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement). You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Applicants can verify accreditation by clicking here. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. (Note: If you are selected for this position based on education, an official transcript will be required, prior to your first day.) You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in accredited U.S. education programs; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Translated transcripts are required. For further information, click here.

Additional information

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must claim their status when completing their application in the online application process and attach supporting documentation. (See "Required Documents" section.)

Additional positions maybe filled from this announcement within 90 days of certificate issuance.

Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: The Fair Chance Act prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOJ employee or Federal contractor acting on its behalf has violated your rights under this Act, you may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non-compliance directly to Weston Sperbeck at [redacted]. Note: In accordance with 5 U.S. Code a7 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R a7 920.201(b) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance Act.

Trial Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider

1) your performance and conduct;

2) the needs and interests of the agency;

3) whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and

4) whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Supervisory Probationary Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider

1) your performance and conduct;

2) the needs and interests of the agency;

3) whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and

4) whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

This is a non-bargaining unit position.

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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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