Offices, Boards and Divisions
Section Chief
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Offices, Boards and Divisions - Section Chief
Location: Washington, District Of ColumbiaSummary:
The Law and Policy Section advises and assists the Assistant Attorney General (AAG) on environmental and policy questions, particularly those that affect multiple sections in the Division. Working with the Office of Legislative Affairs, it coordinates the Division's response to legislative proposals and Congressional requests, prepares for appearances of Division witnesses before Congressional committees, and drafts and analyzes legislative proposals in connection with the Division's work.Responsibilities:
The Section assists with coordination of the Division's amicus cases, undertakes special litigation projects, coordinates the Division's involvement in international legal matters, represents the Division on interagency committees, and assists the Office of the AAG in developing positions on policy matters related to the work of the Division. You will serve as Chief of the Law and Policy Section, overseeing a staff of approximately two dozen attorneys and legal support personnel responsible for advising the AAG on a variety of legal matters concerning environmental and natural resources issues. You will establish important policy-making priorities and assist in the development of ENRD's position on federal regulations, legislation, initiatives, and other matters of interest to the ENRD.Duties include but are not limited to:Serve as a consultant to the AAG and Deputy Assistant Attorneys General (DAAG) regarding all legal cases and matters that fall within the purview of the Section.Advise and consult with the AAG and DAAGs, reporting on the status of cases and matters within the Section.Prepare advice with proper regard for timeliness, based on extensive research, pertinent factual and legal analysis, and appropriate staff work.Serve as ENRD's Deputy Designated Agency Ethics Official, overseeing the Division's ethics program.Act as the Division's point of contact for professional responsibility, civil international environmental issues, environmental justice issues, Freedom of Information Act requests, Congressional inquiries, and other matters.Provide counsel and advice to attorneys representing the United States in negotiations with senior officials of states, counties, cities, and private sector organizations.Develop and maintain measures to minimize waste, fraud, and abuse of resources and assets consistent with annual performance plans.Requirements:Conditions of Employment:Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of the Bar (any jurisdiction).Applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience indicative of senior executive level management capability.Qualifications:
You will be evaluated on all of the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).MTQ 1:
Demonstrated experience in the management of complex legal issues.MTQ 2:
Knowledge of laws, policies, and procedures relevant to environmental and policy issues.MTQ 3:
Demonstrated experience as a technical authority and expert advisor in legal and policy initiatives under federal pollution control and natural resource laws.Additional information on the Executive Core Qualifications can be found at
OPM's ECQ page .Education:
DOJ offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid annual and sick leave, holidays, telework, life and health insurance, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. More information can be found at
USAJOBS Benefits .EEO Policy Statement:
The Department of Justice does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a parent, sexual orientation, marital status, or political affiliation.
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Location: Washington, District Of ColumbiaSummary:
The Law and Policy Section advises and assists the Assistant Attorney General (AAG) on environmental and policy questions, particularly those that affect multiple sections in the Division. Working with the Office of Legislative Affairs, it coordinates the Division's response to legislative proposals and Congressional requests, prepares for appearances of Division witnesses before Congressional committees, and drafts and analyzes legislative proposals in connection with the Division's work.Responsibilities:
The Section assists with coordination of the Division's amicus cases, undertakes special litigation projects, coordinates the Division's involvement in international legal matters, represents the Division on interagency committees, and assists the Office of the AAG in developing positions on policy matters related to the work of the Division. You will serve as Chief of the Law and Policy Section, overseeing a staff of approximately two dozen attorneys and legal support personnel responsible for advising the AAG on a variety of legal matters concerning environmental and natural resources issues. You will establish important policy-making priorities and assist in the development of ENRD's position on federal regulations, legislation, initiatives, and other matters of interest to the ENRD.Duties include but are not limited to:Serve as a consultant to the AAG and Deputy Assistant Attorneys General (DAAG) regarding all legal cases and matters that fall within the purview of the Section.Advise and consult with the AAG and DAAGs, reporting on the status of cases and matters within the Section.Prepare advice with proper regard for timeliness, based on extensive research, pertinent factual and legal analysis, and appropriate staff work.Serve as ENRD's Deputy Designated Agency Ethics Official, overseeing the Division's ethics program.Act as the Division's point of contact for professional responsibility, civil international environmental issues, environmental justice issues, Freedom of Information Act requests, Congressional inquiries, and other matters.Provide counsel and advice to attorneys representing the United States in negotiations with senior officials of states, counties, cities, and private sector organizations.Develop and maintain measures to minimize waste, fraud, and abuse of resources and assets consistent with annual performance plans.Requirements:Conditions of Employment:Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of the Bar (any jurisdiction).Applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience indicative of senior executive level management capability.Qualifications:
You will be evaluated on all of the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).MTQ 1:
Demonstrated experience in the management of complex legal issues.MTQ 2:
Knowledge of laws, policies, and procedures relevant to environmental and policy issues.MTQ 3:
Demonstrated experience as a technical authority and expert advisor in legal and policy initiatives under federal pollution control and natural resource laws.Additional information on the Executive Core Qualifications can be found at
OPM's ECQ page .Education:
DOJ offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid annual and sick leave, holidays, telework, life and health insurance, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. More information can be found at
USAJOBS Benefits .EEO Policy Statement:
The Department of Justice does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a parent, sexual orientation, marital status, or political affiliation.
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