Job Summary

OGC attorneys advise JMD and Department management in areas such as appropriations, budget and financial management, agency organizational management, personnel, procurement, access to government records (FOIA and Privacy Act), security, and delegations of authority. OGC attorneys also litigate in administrative forums and assist litigating divisions and U.S. Attorney's Offices (USAOs) when JMD matters are in the federal courts.

Job Description

OGC is looking for candidates with experience and expertise related to the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act. The Office is interested in candidates with demonstrated ability to efficiently and thoroughly research and incisively analyze a variety of complex issues; to express themselves clearly and persuasively in oral and written presentations; to exercise sound judgment; to manage a workload consisting of a number of varied projects, often with short deadlines; and to contribute to and work in a supportive and collaborative environment. Applicants must be United States citizens, have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school, be an active member in good standing of the bar of any state (or the District of Columbia), and have no less than four years post-J.D. legal experience to qualify for the position at the GS-15 level.