Smithsonian Institution
Attorney-Advisor (Contract)
Smithsonian Institution, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
The Smithsonian Institution (SI) is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Office of Contracting and Personal Property Management (OCon&PPM). The Office of Contracting and Personal Property Management is responsible for the overall planning, management, simplified purchasing, personal property, travel, and policy programs.Duties
The Attorney-Advisor (Contract) is responsible for managing and overseeing the preparation and execution of contracts for Smithsonian’s real estate portfolio.In this position, you will:Supervise, manage and oversee the preparation and execution of contracts for the Smithsonian’s Architect Engineering and Construction Division.Provide professional advice and consultation to top-level management officials regarding matters related to procurement and contracting.Plan, organize, direct, and supervise the personnel and activities of the Architect/Engineering and Construction Contracting Division.Salary
$139,395 - $181,216/yearConditions of Employment
Pass Pre-employment Background InvestigationMay need to complete a Probationary PeriodMaintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic TransferMales born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.Qualifications
GS-14 Experience: You qualify for this position if you have
four years
of specialized legal experience (professional) equivalent to at least the
GS-13
level in the Federal Service. For this position, specialized experience is defined as
providing guidance and oversight on the contracting of architectural and/or engineering services, for the construction, restoration and renovation of historic buildings.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, knowledge, and skills 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
Applicants must (1) possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.), LL.B or equivalent degree from a law school accredited by the American Association of Law Schools, and (2) be a member in good standing of the Bar of the State or the District of Columbia. You MUST submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.Required Documents
Your application package should include the following documents:Resume
- Your resume can be uploaded and attached to your application or created using the USA Jobs on-line resume builder. Ensure your resume contains the job title (including the occupational series and grade if it is Federal), job-related qualifications, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary for each employment period. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is submitted. Failure to include this information may result in disqualification for the position.Proof of Veteran's Preference - DD214 (Member 4 Copy), if you are a veteran.
Additionally, applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, as well as additional documentation required by the SF-15, such as a VA letter.Unofficial school transcripts, if the position has an education requirement or if you are using education to qualify. If selected for the position, you must provide an official transcript before appointment.Licensure
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Submit a copy of your bar license, certificate of good standing, or other documentary evidence to prove that you are an active member in good standing of the Bar of the State or the District of ColumbiaIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.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.How to Apply
Click on the "Apply Online" button on the upper right side of the page.
Please Note:You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you).The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:59 PM Eastern Time.Benefits
The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options.Please see Benefits at
https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits
for a complete description.
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The Attorney-Advisor (Contract) is responsible for managing and overseeing the preparation and execution of contracts for Smithsonian’s real estate portfolio.In this position, you will:Supervise, manage and oversee the preparation and execution of contracts for the Smithsonian’s Architect Engineering and Construction Division.Provide professional advice and consultation to top-level management officials regarding matters related to procurement and contracting.Plan, organize, direct, and supervise the personnel and activities of the Architect/Engineering and Construction Contracting Division.Salary
$139,395 - $181,216/yearConditions of Employment
Pass Pre-employment Background InvestigationMay need to complete a Probationary PeriodMaintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic TransferMales born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.Qualifications
GS-14 Experience: You qualify for this position if you have
four years
of specialized legal experience (professional) equivalent to at least the
GS-13
level in the Federal Service. For this position, specialized experience is defined as
providing guidance and oversight on the contracting of architectural and/or engineering services, for the construction, restoration and renovation of historic buildings.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, knowledge, and skills 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
Applicants must (1) possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.), LL.B or equivalent degree from a law school accredited by the American Association of Law Schools, and (2) be a member in good standing of the Bar of the State or the District of Columbia. You MUST submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.Required Documents
Your application package should include the following documents:Resume
- Your resume can be uploaded and attached to your application or created using the USA Jobs on-line resume builder. Ensure your resume contains the job title (including the occupational series and grade if it is Federal), job-related qualifications, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary for each employment period. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is submitted. Failure to include this information may result in disqualification for the position.Proof of Veteran's Preference - DD214 (Member 4 Copy), if you are a veteran.
Additionally, applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, as well as additional documentation required by the SF-15, such as a VA letter.Unofficial school transcripts, if the position has an education requirement or if you are using education to qualify. If selected for the position, you must provide an official transcript before appointment.Licensure
-
Submit a copy of your bar license, certificate of good standing, or other documentary evidence to prove that you are an active member in good standing of the Bar of the State or the District of ColumbiaIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.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.How to Apply
Click on the "Apply Online" button on the upper right side of the page.
Please Note:You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you).The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:59 PM Eastern Time.Benefits
The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options.Please see Benefits at
https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits
for a complete description.
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