Current Vacancies

 

Ethics Attorney, DoD Standards of Conduct Office, Defense Legal Services Agency, Ladder GS-13/14/15

The DoD Standards of Conduct Office (SOCO) has an opening for an early to mid-career ethics attorney. SOCO is an element of the Defense Legal Services Agency (DLSA) within the DoD Office of General Counsel (OGC). SOCO’s mission is aligned along three main lines of effort: establishing DoD-wide ethics policies and regulations, managing the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) DAEO Agency ethics program, and providing ethics advice and counsel to OSD personnel. SOCO attorneys work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment that includes regular communication with very senior DoD officials and their staffs, as well as interaction with representatives from other Federal agencies, Congressional staff, and the private sector. SOCO is seeking an experienced Government attorney with strong analytical, written and oral communication, and interpersonal diplomacy skills to join our team. At least two years of professional attorney experience serving in the federal government is required, along with at least one year of experience serving as a federal government ethics official. Experience in reviewing both Public (OGE 278) and/or Confidential (OGE 450) Financial Disclosure Reports is preferred, but not required. This is an excellent opportunity for current civilian attorneys, as well as for judge advocates transitioning from military service. This is a ladder attorney position at the GS-13 to GS-15 grade levels.
To apply: We are accepting resumes until October 13, 2023. Please email resume to osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil. The subject line should state “Resume File: [APPLICANT’S LAST NAME, FIRST NAME].” Please also reference this position in the subject and body of your email.

Attorney Advisor (General) - Fiscal GS-15

The incumbent for this position serves as an Attorney-Advisor (Fiscal), Defense Legal Services Agency, Fiscal, serves as a staff attorney with continuing responsibility for legal advisory services in the area of the DoD budget. The incumbent also has responsibility for numerous special projects and assignments within the overall responsibility of the DoD General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel (Fiscal).  Incumbent gathers, screens, comments on, and/or prepared in final form, information and testimony for presentation to Congressional committees. Testifies before Congressional committee staffs and committees presenting the DoD position on matters falling within the responsibilities of the office, both alone and with high-level members of the OGC.  Gathers, reviews, and coordinated proposed changes to the DoD Appropriation and Authorization Acts and works with representatives of DoD, OMB, and Congressional staff members through all stages of the Appropriation and Authorization process. 
Drafts legislation or prepares complete reports on changes in basic legislation.  Drafts or receives proposed legislation and refers to the OUSD(Comptroller)(OUSD(C)) staff members having jurisdiction over programs which would be affected by the proposed changes and evaluates this legislation in terms of its foreseeable effects on operations of the DoD.  This evaluation is based on an analysis of the comments of OUSD(C) officials, his/her own program knowledge, his/her awareness of the legal implications, and his/her knowledge of existing legislation.  Participates in the preparation and review of the DoD legislative Program as it relates to the area to which he/she is assigned.  Ensures that these policies, procedures, and regulations are consistent with the law and are administratively sound, efficient, and economical in operation. Presents views on legislation on which the USD(C) is called upon to testify for incorporation into the USD(C)’s testimony.  
The incumbent reports to the Deputy General Counsel for Fiscal and, through the Deputy General Counsel and the Principal Deputy General Counsel, to the General Counsel of the Department of Defense.
We are accepting resumes until October 31, 2023.  To apply, please email resume to the resume bank  osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil.  The subject line should state “Resume File: [APPLICANT’S LAST NAME, FIRST NAME].”  Please also reference this position in the body of your email.
 

Associate General Counsel, Office of Litigation Counsel, Department of Defense Office of General Counsel

The Department of Defense Office of the General Counsel, Office of Litigation Counsel (LITC), has an immediate need for two attorneys for the position of Associate General Counsel for Litigation. LITC attorneys provide advice to senior level Department of Defense officials across a wide litigation portfolio. All LITC attorneys are generalists and are called upon to provide advice, offer litigation oversight, and manage cases across a broad spectrum of subjects including contracts, torts, personnel issues (military and civilian), constitutional questions, international disputes, and FOIA/Privacy Act matters, among others. We are looking for candidates with a strong legal track record and experience in some or all of these areas. For one of the two positions, some experience in government personnel and human resources law (civilian and military) would be preferred.

We are accepting resumes until July 14, 2023. To apply, please email resume to osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil. The subject line should state “Resume File: [APPLICANT’S LAST NAME, FIRST NAME].” Please also reference this position in the body of your email. Questions may be directed to robert.e.easton2.civ@mail.mil.

Defense Logistics Agency General Counsel, SES Tier 2, Defense Legal Services Agency, Fort Belvoir

This position is head of the DLA Office of General Counsel, which includes the Headquarters and field legal offices located throughout the U.S., including Hawaii, as well as Germany. The DLA General Counsel oversees the delivery of legal services by over 180 legal professionals and serves as the principal legal advisor and program manager for Defense Logistics Agency programs. This announcement closes 27 September. Additional information about the position and application instructions can be found at the following link:

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/745823300

Deputy General Counsel (Audit Policy & Contract Litigation), Office of the General Counsel, Defense Contract Audit Agency, Supervisory GS-15

The incumbent serves as Deputy General Counsel for Audit Policy & Contract Litigation, Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and leads a team of professionals supporting DCAA's worldwide contract audit mission and status as an independent DoD Agency. As the primary area of responsibility, the incumbent provides legal services in the areas of government acquisition, contract law and litigation, administrative and fiscal law, Federal ethics, and business and commercial law. The incumbent performs other duties assigned by the DCAA General Counsel.

The incumbent serves as a senior legal advisor to the DCAA Director, General Counsel, and senior staff on the full range of legal issues and matters necessary to deliver high-quality audits of defense contracts and to provide acquisition and financial advisory services on proposed or existing contracts to DOD and other federal entities responsible for acquisition and contract administration. The incumbent must provide effective support working cooperatively with senior civilian and military clients using problem-solving skills to facilitate consensus solutions.

The incumbent reviews and analyzes for legal sufficiency DOD-level and Defense Agency-level operations, plans, policies, regulations, directives, instructions, memoranda, contracts, interagency agreements, audit reports and documentation, legislative proposals, litigation materials, investigative materials, and correspondence concerning matters within assigned areas of responsibilities. The incumbent requires specialized experience managing statutory and regulatory contract requirements, such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement, DoD Directives, and Federal policies related to cost principles, cost accounting standards, and ethics.

The incumbent serves as the primary liaison between the DCAA and trial attorneys from the Department of Justice, other DoD components, and other Federal agencies in contract litigation and matters of acquisition policy involving, or of interest to, DCAA. The incumbent requires specialized experience managing litigation of contract claims before Federal Courts, Boards of Contract Appeals, or the Comptroller General.

The incumbent leads a professional staff of attorneys, paralegals, and data analysts - coaching, mentoring, and supervising them as they conduct research concerning case law, statutes, regulations, policy documents, congressional documents, secondary sources, and data reports related to acquisition law, government contracts, audits, and investigations. This work includes comparative analyses of cost principles, cost accounting standards, acquisition regulations and policies, and generally accepted government accounting standards in support of the DOD contract audits and litigation. The incumbent ensures that the supported organizations comply with all applicable laws, rules, and procedures governing DOD contract audits and is responsible for ensuring the production of timely, high-quality written reports and correspondence. The incumbent assists in the administration of the DCAA Office of the General Counsel.

The incumbent leads the Audit Policy & Contract Litigation Division and should be a proven leader adept at running a high-tempo organization. The incumbent should be well-versed in contract law and litigation, and must be fully committed to promoting and respecting equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. The incumbent must have superior interpersonal skills.

The incumbent reports to the DCAA General Counsel and, through the Deputy General Counsel for Fiscal Law, Deputy General Counsel, and the Principal Deputy General Counsel, to the General Counsel of the Department of Defense.

The incumbent must be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, the District of Columbia, or a Territory, Commonwealth, or Possession of the United States. The incumbent performs a full range of supervisory responsibilities. This position is not suitable for remote work.

We are accepting resumes until September 14, 2023. To apply, please email your resume to osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil and carbon copy ingrid.d.taylor.civ@mail.mil. The subject line should state “Resume File: [APPLICANT’S LAST NAME, FIRST NAME].” Please also reference this position in the body of your email.

Washington Headquarters Services & Pentagon Force Protection Agency Office of General Counsel

ACQUISITION

The Washington Headquarters Services & Pentagon Force Protection Agency Office of General Counsel (WHS & PFPA OGC) is looking for an experienced attorney at the GS-12, 13, 14, or 15 level to join the office as an acquisition lawyer at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of acquisition law experience and possess some familiarity with construction requirements. Duties will involve advising on a broad spectrum of acquisition law issues providing support to the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) and the Pentagon Force Protection Agency. The WHS Acquisition Directorate provides acquisition services to a broad customer base, including the Office of the Secretary of Defense.

Find out more about WHS https://www.whs.mil and PFPA at https://www.pfpa.mil.

Interested attorneys may email a copy of their resumes to Ms. Lisa Marie Golden, Chief, Acquisition Law, WHS & PFPA OGC at lisamarie.golden.civ@mail.mil.

EMPLOYMENT AND LABOR LAW

The Washington Headquarters Services & Pentagon Force Protection Agency Office of General Counsel (WHS & PFPA OGC) is seeking an experienced attorney at the GS-13, 14, or 15 level to join the office as an employment and labor lawyer at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of employment law experience and possess some familiarity with labor law. Duties will involve advising on a broad spectrum of employment and labor law issues providing support to the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), and its customers, and the Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA). WHS provides services to a broad customer base, including the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Duties will also include litigation of employment and labor law matters before the EEOC, MSPB, and FLRA.

Find out more about the WHS https://www.whs.mil and PFPA at https://www.pfpa.mil.

Interested attorneys should email a copy of their resumes to Ms. Lundi Shafiei, Chief, Employment & Labor Law at Lundi.m.shafiei.civ@mail.mil