ATTORNEY-ADVISOR (CONTRACTS) at Department of the Air Force

Secret

Duties

Incumbent oversees and advises on contracts and revising documentation as necessary, entered into in support of JBSA, for legal sufficiency, including substantive advice on terms and comprehensive review and analysis of statements of work, amendments, modifications, and all other supporting documentation, including direct contract law support for 502 ABW, JBSA-Ft Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base and Randolph Air Force Base. Incumbent serves as the senior legal advisor to JBSA leadership and units on questions of acquisition law and policy. Conducts special studies on cases and prepares legal briefs thereon. Renders opinions on the proper interpretation of case law, statutes, regulations, and directives and their applicability to the varied acquisition law problems encountered by JBSA and 502 ABW. Careful research and thorough knowledge of legal principles and statutory interpretation is essential. Performs work direction responsibilities. Supervises and provides guidance and direction to 1-3 junior attorneys whose duties require training in the area of contract law. Assigns work to individuals and provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes.

Qualifications

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: You MUST have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LLB or JD). In addition, at the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of "active" status with a bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in "active" status. Specialized Experience: In addition to the basic requirement: you must have professional legal experience in excess of three (3) years that commensurate with the position's duties and responsibilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Expert knowledge of the principles of federal procurement law as it relates to contracts, including all aspects from presource selection activities to post-contract performance activities. This requires a working knowledge that includes (but is not limited to) the Public Laws related to federal procurement, Comptroller Decisions, General Accounting Office (GAO) guidance and findings, Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA) decisions, DoD directives, Executive Orders, and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), as supplemented. A Master of Laws (LL.M) in government procurement (or a related field) or extensive government procurement experience is required. 2. Skill in recognizing and analyzing key legal issues in a factual situation and applying well-reasoned analysis to reach clear, concise conclusions. 3. Skill and ability to supervise, teach, and guide lesser experienced attorneys and other members of the staff as necessary. 4. Skill and ability to review and concisely and clearly convey legal issues, documents or decisions to personnel not in the legal profession. 5. Ability to research legal issues, analyze complex factual situations in light of general legal principles and the results of research, and prepare legal opinions. 6. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, in and outside the legal profession, both orally and in writing, in both formal and informal settings. Ability to prepare cases for trial and/or try cases before a court, administrative body, or an official having quasi-judicial power. At the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of "active" status and in good standing with a bar of the highest court of a State, US commonwealth, US territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in "active" status and dated within four months of application. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Additional Conditions of Employment: Incumbent is required to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I Confidential Financial Disclosure Reports) upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 17-Nov-2011.

Education

Must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, and be currently licensed as an attorney, in active (or equivalent) status and in good standing, with the bar of a U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth. The attorney must maintain such bar membership in at least one jurisdiction during the entire course of employment with the Air Force.

Other Information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Writing Example: Prior to receiving an offer, you will be asked to provide a writing sample demonstrating your legal analytical skills. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.