DHS Headquarters
Attorney-Advisor (General)
DHS Headquarters, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Technology Programs Law Division (TPLD). The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a legal advisor on a broad range of legal practice areas arising from DHS research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) programs with an emphasis on legal issues related to emerging technologies. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position.Duties
As an Attorney-Advisor (General), GS-0905-14/15, your typical work assignments may include:Providing well-researched and sound oral and written legal advice on novel legal issues related to emerging technologies (such as artificial intelligence, facial recognition, predictive analytics, and/or synthetic biology) in support of homeland security innovation.Remaining abreast of developments in the emerging technologies area in consultation with DHS subject matter experts and analyzing the impacts on S&T funded RDT&E from a legal perspective.Collaborating with DHS attorneys supporting other program offices when those program offices have operational equities in S&T RDT&E projects.Providing legal advice related to policy considerations and general law and administrative law matters in support of S&T's various RDT&E programs.Salary
$139,365 - $191,900/yearConditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.You must successfully pass a background investigation.You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.You must be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.You must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.Qualifications
Basic Requirements:GS-14 or GS-15:
The first professional law degree (LL.B. or JD) or the second professional law degree (LL.M.); ANDSpecialized professional legal experience in excess of three (3) years that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.Specialized Experience:The skills and experience listed below are of particular importance to this position, and applicants should provide specific detailed information in these areas, where applicable, as part of their application.Education Applicants must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. You must submit a copy of both your law school and college transcript with your application. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted. How to Apply
To begin your online application, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and or required supporting documentation.Benefits
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.
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As an Attorney-Advisor (General), GS-0905-14/15, your typical work assignments may include:Providing well-researched and sound oral and written legal advice on novel legal issues related to emerging technologies (such as artificial intelligence, facial recognition, predictive analytics, and/or synthetic biology) in support of homeland security innovation.Remaining abreast of developments in the emerging technologies area in consultation with DHS subject matter experts and analyzing the impacts on S&T funded RDT&E from a legal perspective.Collaborating with DHS attorneys supporting other program offices when those program offices have operational equities in S&T RDT&E projects.Providing legal advice related to policy considerations and general law and administrative law matters in support of S&T's various RDT&E programs.Salary
$139,365 - $191,900/yearConditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.You must successfully pass a background investigation.You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.You must be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.You must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.Qualifications
Basic Requirements:GS-14 or GS-15:
The first professional law degree (LL.B. or JD) or the second professional law degree (LL.M.); ANDSpecialized professional legal experience in excess of three (3) years that is commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of the position.Specialized Experience:The skills and experience listed below are of particular importance to this position, and applicants should provide specific detailed information in these areas, where applicable, as part of their application.Education Applicants must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. You must submit a copy of both your law school and college transcript with your application. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted. How to Apply
To begin your online application, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and or required supporting documentation.Benefits
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.
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