[blindlaw] Supervisory General Attorney (Civil Rights), GS-905-15, Job Announcement Number: OCR-HQ-2014-0007

Thu Jan 30 23:43:25 UTC 2014

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Job Title: Supervisory General Attorney (Civil Rights), GS-905-15
Department: Department Of Education
Agency: Office for Civil Rights
Job Announcement Number:OCR-HQ-2014-0007
SALARY RANGE:

$124,995.00 to $157,100.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD:

Wednesday, January 29, 2014 to Tuesday, February 11, 2014

SERIES & GRADE:

GS-0905-15

POSITION INFORMATION:

Full-Time - Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
15

DUTY LOCATIONS:

1 vacancy - Washington DC, DC

WHO MAY APPLY:

This announcement is open to all U.S. citizens.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

Public Trust - Background Investigation

SUPERVISORY STATUS:

Yes

JOB SUMMARY:
About the Agency <https://jobs.mgsapps.monster.com/edu/vacancy/preview.hms?orgId=1&jnum=61448>
You will serve as Chief Attorney in the OCR Washington, D.C. Office. As Chief Attorney, you will be responsible for providing leadership and guidance in the support of civil rights compliance and OCRs enforcement program, consistent with the mission of the Department and OCRs Strategic Plan. You will serve as the chief legal advisor in the regional office and have the primary responsibility for implementing the directives of the Office Director.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
*         You must be a U.S. Citizen.
*         Some overnight travel is required.
*         Relocation expenses WILL NOT be paid.
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DUTIES:
The incumbent provides expert legal and policy advice to case resolution teams, the Office Director, the Program Manager, the Enforcement Director, the Deputy Assistant Secretary and the Assistant Secretary relating to the investigation, negotiation, and resolution of extremely complex cases and innovative proactive compliance reviews with national impact; acceptance and monitoring of the resolution agreements; and the conduct of enforcement actions through judicial or administrative litigation. Provides oversight over legal advice given and written work product produced within the OCR Office and assuring that the OCR Office's legal work is consistent, both within the Office and compared to other OCR Offices. Maintains close working relationships with counterpart Chief Attorneys from other OCR Offices. Supervises all General Attorneys in the OCR Office. Provides advice on all aspects of program operations within the regional office. Assists in the management of the office's enforcement program which ensures civil rights compliance by recipients of Federal funds through the conduct of complaint investigations and proactive compliance activities. Provides professional leadership and guidance to office in planning, developing, and carrying out program objectives. Manages, plans, and delivers high quality training programs for regional staff. Initiates, plans and conducts regional or national meetings, workshops, and seminars.
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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Professional Legal Experience Requirement: Five years of professional legal experience. This experience must clearly indicate that you independently perform complex legal work in the civil rights field or a closely related field. You must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this job that has given you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of this position. Typically, we would find this experience in work within this field or a field that is closely related. This experience must be equivalent to that of the duties of a GS-14 Attorney in Federal service.

You must be a member in good standing of the Bar of a State, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

PROOF OF ADMISSION TO THE BAR MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION.

You must be a graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be a member in good standing of the Bar of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Applicants must have 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-14 grade level.

APPLICANTS MUST MEET ALL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be evaluated to determine if you meet qualifications required, and on the extent to which your application shows that you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities associated with this position as defined below. Please be sure to give examples in your resume and explain how often you used these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of people you interacted with, and the complexity and sensitivity of the issues you handled. 1. Expert knowledge of civil rights laws and regulations enforced by the OCR. 2. Knowledge of management principles, techniques and methods in the areas of organizational design, administration, labor and personnel management. 3. Ability to lead and develop program staff as well as manage, plan and deliver high quality programs for regional staff. 4. Strong analytical, communication, teamwork, and writing skills.
To preview questions please click here<https://jobs.mgsapps.monster.com/edu/vacancy/previewVacancyQuestions.hms?orgId=1&jnum=61448>.
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BENEFITS:
You can review our benefits at: https://jobs.mgsapps.monster.com/edu/vacancy/preview!benefits.hms?orgId=1&jnum=61448

OTHER INFORMATION:
This position is excepted from the competitive service.

The Federal Government is committed to expanding access to employment by hiring people with disabilities; providing technical assistance and information on reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities; and identifying and removing barriers to work. Persons with disabilities may apply for jobs filled either competitively (where qualified individuals compete with one another through a structured process), non competitively (where a qualified individual may be selected based on a special appointing authority), or through an excepted appointing authority for people with disabilities (i.e. Schedule A). People who are selected for a Federal job must meet the qualifications requirements for the position and be able to perform the essential duties of the job.  For information on "People with Disabilities" please visit Job Seekers with Disabilities <http://opm.gov/disability/PeopleWithDisabilities.asp>

Applicants selected for positions are subject to a background check to verify that he or she has not defaulted on any loan funded or guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Education.  Applicants found to be in default will be contacted to make arrangements for repayment prior to being made an official offer of employment.

Veterans interested in receiving tips on preparing a Federal resume and/or how to prepare for an interview, may send an email to Iwork at ed.gov<mailto:Iwork at ed.gov> to schedule an appointment for a session.   Veterans Counseling Session must be placed in the subject line of the email.

Additional selections may be made within 90 days from the opening date of this vacancy announcement should vacancies occur.

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HOW TO APPLY:
Please carefully read the information provided under the link listed below. The section entitled "How to Apply" provides detailed instructions on faxing your supporting documentation. All required supporting documentation MUST be received by midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. Although we do not require a specific format, certain information is required to determine if you are qualified. To receive full consideration, you MUST SUBMIT the following information: 1) Resume (submit on-line) 2) You must submit a photocopy of current membership in such Bar as would permit the practice of law. Membership must be in good standing. Be sure work experiences listed on your application include: job titles, duties and accomplishments, employer's name, specify full-time or part-time (list number of hours per week if part-time), beginning/ending employment dates (month/year) and annual salary. Required Documents<http://www.ed.gov/about/jobs/open/edhires/appendix.html>

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
You must submit your resume and copy of current Bar membership card on-line and answer the related assessment question.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Theresa Ralidak
Phone: 312-730-1546
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: Terry.Ralidak at ed.gov<mailto:Terry.Ralidak at ed.gov>
Agency Information:
EDUCATION-OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS
400 Maryland Ave. S.W.
Attn: Human Resources Services
Washington, DC
20202
US
Fax: 000-000-0000
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once the announcement is closed, the applications will be referred to the Office for Civil Rights Attorney Evaluation Committee who will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Management is expected to make a selection as promptly as possible after the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You will be notified if you are selected for an interview.

Control Number: 360363900
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