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WHAT IS TAX PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT OFFCE? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions Position(s) are to be filled in following area(s): TPMO - Legal Analysis Branch Remain in POD - The vacancy will be filled at the selectee's official permanent position of record, post-of-duty (POD). REVIEW THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS General Manager Duties: As a Front Line Manager you will: Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assign work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Evaluate work performance of subordinates and makes recommendations for outstanding performance recognition and/or disciplinary action. Give advice, counsel or instruction to employees on work and administrative matters. Interview candidates for positions within the organization/unit and recommend appointment, promotion or reassignment to such positions. Hear and resolve complaints from employees, refer group grievances and/or more serious unresolved complaints as appropriate. Effect minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommend other actions in more serious cases. Identify developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arranging for needed development and training. Initiate ways to improve production, work processes and/or to increase the quality of the work directed. The following are the job specific duties of this position. You will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and receive training to help you grow in this position. Serves as LAB Front Line Manager (FLM) with responsibility for personally handling and performing technical review of some of the OPR's most complex, important, or novel cases and issues, particularly those with broad or potentially controversial ramifications. As delegated by the Branch Chief, Deputy Director or Director, independently plans, develops, and completes complex legal work product taking into consideration the complexity of issues, severity and scope of the misconduct, importance of precedent, impact of problem, availability of precedent decisions, and public interest. Ensures work product and/or deliverables are technically complete and adhere to OPR policy and exercises signatoryauthority on own and other's work product and/or deliverables in accordance with delegated authority. Applies a high level of sophisticated analysis and research to identify and assess approaches to make recommendations on behalf of the OPR to program executives, managers, and internal and external stakeholders. As designated by management, acts as a recognized resource specialist to OPR staff for the purpose of providing substantive guidance and assistance to facilitate the development and completion of work assignments. Assists with the development, management and evaluation of the Office's legal policies, positions, and programs, and provides strategic planning and support in identifying emerging trends and issues likely to have an impact on OPR and IRS programs and activities. Develops and delivers mission-oriented services and strategies, identifies, and resolves emerging issues, and demonstrates substantive and meaningful involvement with processes to improve customer service focus, and concern for meeting the needs of internal and external stakeholders. Develops procedural guidelines to assist direct report employees in the development of the OPR investigations, recommended legal determinations, and litigation support/preparation (to Chief Counsel) and general procedure and protocols updates for case work processes. Prepares or reviews proposed memorandum on various legal matters for submission to the Director/Deputy Director, OPR for final approval. Represents the office if negotiations and/or settlements with tax practitioners and/or their representatives. Serves as a reviewer on proposed legislation with potential impact on OPR programs and prepares final comments and recommendations on behalf of the OPR. Identifies the need for and drafts proposed legislation, e.g., Treasury Circular 230. Develops procedures for implementing new legislation. STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTIONS (SPD): PD22296 Visit the IRS SPD Library to access the position descriptions. Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IR-04: To be minimally qualified for this position you must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower-level payband or GS-13 in the normal line of progression Specialized Experience includes: Applying law, revenue rulings, revenue procedures and court cases to resolve issues for tax practitioner misconduct or violations of Treasury Circular 230. Investigating violations to the Circular with minimal guidance. Reviewing subordinates work to identify correct investigation methods were used and decision was based in sound reasoning of the law. Evaluating work performance and provided counselling and guidance to address office behaviors (i.e., unprofessional communications with peers, time and attendance issues, failure to follow managerial direction or non-compliance with data security guidelines). Reviewing an IRM or Technical Guidance for accuracy relating to the Office of Professional Responsibility program or procedures and providing technical guidance to other specialists Leading or managing a project or initiative that led to the enforcement of a legal decision. Sought out by internal and/or external stakeholders to provide guidance for resolution of tax practitioner misconduct, tax compliance issues or other violations of Treasury Circular 230. Serving on a team that identified deficiencies and made recommendations that were implemented territory-wide that improved quality, productivity, or efficiency. AND You must also meet the following requirement(s): TIME AFTER COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT (TACA): By the closing date (or if this is an open continuous announcement, by the cut-off date) specified in this job announcement, current civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since their latest non-temporary appointment from a competitive referral certificate, known as time after competitive appointment. For this requirement, a competitive appointment is one where you applied to and were appointed from an announcement open to "All US Citizens". For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards. Go to Understanding the IRS Paybands for GS/IR conversion. Supervisory Probationary Period - Subject to a 1-year supervisory or managerial probationary period (unless already completed). Government Credit Card - Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SHOWN IN QUALIFICATIONS SECTION

This position is located in the Risk Management Agency (RMA), Deputy Administrator for Compliance, Administrative Review Team. Location negotiable upon selection. This is a Bargaining Unit position. For Washington, DC this is an AFSCME Bargaining Unit position. For Kansas City. MO and Raleigh, NC this is a NTEU Bargaining Unit position. USDA employees: Please refer to the Next Steps section. Provide expert advice and counsel in leading a team of legal administrative specialists. Oversee legal analysis, reviews of National Appeals Division decisions, FOIA requests, and related legal matters. Serve as the primary expert on appeals and sanctions action; in analysis and review of decisions of NAD Hearing Officers; in the review of proposed administrative sanction cases. Performs or oversees onsite investigation of cases likely to be litigated or pending litigation. Develop and maintain effective liaison with representatives of internal and external stakeholders. In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. If education is required or being used to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. Time-in-Grade Requirement: If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. You must meet this requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience Requirement For the GS-14 grade level: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in federal service or comparable experience not gained through federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: Serving as a primary expert in reviewing new or proposed legislation and planning of risk management programs. Evaluating the proposed legislation in terms of its foreseeable effect on RMA programs, policies, procedures, and regulations. Serving as primary expert on appeals and sanctions actions; reviews program appeals and proposed sanction actions, including suspension and debarment, avoidance, and civil penalties. Conducting expert legal analysis of records, facts, evidence, and questions of law or other applicable laws relating to compliance reviews. Maintaining current knowledge to answer questions from external and internal stakeholders on procedures, policies, directive, etc. 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must be a US Citizen or US National. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. If selected, you may be sent instructions on obtaining fingerprints. Please note we are unable to reimburse for any fees incurred. The U.S. Government utilizes Trusted Workforce 2.0 to implement Continuous Vetting (CV) as a-whole-of government approach to personnel security. If selected for this position, you will be subject to continuous automated record checks of criminal, financial, and public record databases throughout your period of eligibility or employment, replacing traditional periodic reinvestigations. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov. This position is designated as mobile work. Mobile work is a condition of employment and is characterized by routine and regular travel to conduct work in customer or other worksites as opposed to a single authorized alternative worksite.

This position is located in the Risk Management Agency (RMA), Deputy Administrator for Compliance, Administrative Review Team. Location negotiable upon selection. This is a Bargaining Unit position. For Washington, DC this is an AFSCME Bargaining Unit position. For Kansas City. MO and Raleigh, NC this is a NTEU Bargaining Unit position. Provide expert advice and counsel in leading a team of legal administrative specialists. Oversee legal analysis, reviews of National Appeals Division decisions, FOIA requests, and related legal matters. Serve as the primary expert on appeals and sanctions action; in analysis and review of decisions of NAD Hearing Officers; in the review of proposed administrative sanction cases. Performs or oversees onsite investigation of cases likely to be litigated or pending litigation. Develop and maintain effective liaison with representatives of internal and external stakeholders. In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. If education is required or being used to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. Time-in-Grade Requirement: If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. You must meet this requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience Requirement For the GS-14 grade level: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in federal service or comparable experience not gained through federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: Serving as a primary expert in reviewing new or proposed legislation and planning of risk management programs. Evaluating the proposed legislation in terms of its foreseeable effect on RMA programs, policies, procedures, and regulations. Serving as primary expert on appeals and sanctions actions; reviews program appeals and proposed sanction actions, including suspension and debarment, avoidance, and civil penalties. Conducting expert legal analysis of records, facts, evidence, and questions of law or other applicable laws relating to compliance reviews. Maintaining current knowledge to answer questions from external and internal stakeholders on procedures, policies, directive, etc. 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must be a US Citizen or US National. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. If selected, you may be sent instructions on obtaining fingerprints. Please note we are unable to reimburse for any fees incurred. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov. This position is designated as mobile work. Mobile work is a condition of employment and is characterized by routine and regular travel to conduct work in customer or other worksites as opposed to a single authorized alternative worksite.

About the Position: This position is with Office of the Judge Advocate General, OTJAG Executive Office located at the Pentagon, Arlington, VA. Develop, finalize, and organize legal briefing materials, speeches, and executive presentations for senior leadership. Draft, review, and coordinate responses to official executive correspondence and agency taskers. Review, write, and format official military and civilian awards nomination packages and citations to ensure compliance with standards. Coordinate complex local and international travel, create authorizations, resolve vouchers, and serve as the Defense Travel System (DTS) Subject Matter Expert. Serve as the primary Government Purchase Card (GPC) holder, manage office procurement, and complete monthly financial reconciliations. Manage the executive calendar, coordinate high-level stakeholder meetings, and maintain administrative tracking systems. Evaluate incoming executive communication taskers to identify specific legal, policy, or regulatory issues requiring leadership action. Conduct research of legal databases, federal regulations, and agency manuals to retrieve reference materials in support of legal staff. Ensure that all administrative actions (including DTS travel authorizations and GPC transactions) adhere to relevant federal regulations and Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Civilian Employees of the Command Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience and/or education requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes routing executive-level communications, taskers, or legal inquiries to appropriate subject matter experts for action; drafting executive-level briefing materials, memoranda, or formal correspondence for senior leadership signature; and coordinating administrative operations for senior executives, including managing complex official calendars, deconflicting high-priority schedules, and preparing official travel authorizations, arrangements, and expense vouchers. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Legal Studies. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) Please be clear and specific when describing your experience. We are unable to make assumptions about your experience. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Administration and Management Legal, Government and Jurisprudence Written Communication Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. Provides a wide range of technical legal and administrative support to one or more Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs). Work involves creation and editing of legal documents. Work requires specialized knowledge of processes, procedures, and practices of legal support activities, as well as knowledge of administrative office skills, capability to provide automated litigation support, and ability to apply these skills to increase the effectiveness of the district. Provides training and support in legal databases and systems to other legal support personnel. Provides administrative support in conjunction with legal duties to assigned area. Typical assignments and duties will include: Prepares, proofreads and cite-checks legal documents. Assists with preparation of trial exhibits. Provides assistance to attorneys and automated litigation support staff in trial preparation and courtroom presentations. Utilizes various software applications and graphics hardware such as scanners and plotters. Conducts factual legal research using computerized databases and other sources. Provides legal and administrative support to multiple attorneys. Tracks appointments and cases, assists in receiving, evaluating, producing, and presenting discovery. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. GS-5: To be eligible at the GS-5 level, you must have: at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level; or four years of education above the high school level; or a combination of both specialized experience and education as explained below. Specialized experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as performing the following types of duties: providing basic legal and administrative support to one or more attorneys including preparing and processing routine and recurring legal documents; reviewing documents with legal implications for accuracy and completeness (e.g., court documents, real estate documents, contracts, insurance or benefits claims, mortgage or loan applications, tax forms, or other types of legal documents); typing and formatting correspondence and forms; maintaining file systems; and obtaining needed information from files or general reference sources. Education: Successfully completed 4 years of education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. Combining Education and Experience: Successfully completed post-high school education may be used to meet the total one year of specialized experience requirement equivalent to the GS-4 grade level. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience GS-07: To be eligible at the GS-07 level, you must have: one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level; or education; or a combination of both specialized experience and education as explained below. Specialized experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as performing the following types of duties: providing legal and administrative support to one or more attorneys including preparing and processing routine legal documents; performing routine litigation support assignments such as assisting with organizing case information; preparing discovery including scanning, tagging documents; assisting attorneys in preparing for court such as preparing exhibits for court appearances, compiling witness and exhibit lists and/or documents needed for court proceedings; and establishing and maintaining a variety of files. OR Education: One full year of graduate education leading to a degree in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Law, Information Technology); OR a Master's or equivalent degree in one of the related fields above, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. Transcripts are required; OR a Bachelor's degree AND possess at least one of the following: (1) class standing in the upper third of the graduating class; (2) an overall GPA of 3.0 OR at least a 3.0 based on course completed during the final two years of your curriculum; a GPA of at least 3.5 based on the average of required course completed in the major field OR based on the average of required courses completed during the final two years of your curriculum; OR (3) election to membership in a national scholastic honor society. OR Combining Education and Experience: A combination of specialized experience as described above and graduate education described above which when combined equal 100% of the requirements. GS-09: To be eligible at the GS-09 level, you must have: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level; or education; or a combination of both specialized experience and education as explained below. Specialized experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level performing the following types of duties: Providing legal and administrative support to one or more attorneys including examining, preparing, editing, cite-checking and processing legal documents, tracking cases, evaluating, producing and presenting discovery. Providing training and support in Legal databases and software (i.e. Eclipse, Relativity, Trial Director, etc). Assisting attorneys with trial preparation to include items such as subpoenas, trial exhibits, information requests, pleadings, and correspondence. Completion of factual legal research in legal and non-legal databases. Receiving visitors and telephone calls. Establishing and maintaining a variety of files. OR Education: A Master's, LL.B., J.D., Ph.D., or equivalent graduate degree in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Law, Information Technology); or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree that is related to the position and demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. Transcripts are required. OR Combining Education and Experience: A combination of specialized experience as described above and graduate education described above which when combined equal 100% of the requirements. (Please note: Only education in excess of one full year is creditable.) To calculate your percentage of education, first determine the total number of hours that exceed 18 semester hours. Then divide the total number of your excess semester hours by 18. To calculate your percentage of qualifying experience, divide your total number of months of qualifying experience by 12. Now, add the two percentages together. The sum of the percentages must equal at least 100%. Transcripts are required. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)- The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in the announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.

WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS/SELF-EMPLOYED (SB/SE), OPERATING DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions Position(s) are to be filled in the following area(s): SBSE EXAM - Examination Deputy Operations - Examination Deputy Operations Specialty Examination, Estate & Gift/Excise Tax Exam REVIEW THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. If this vacancy includes more than one grade and you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and receive training to help you grow in this position. Conducts independent examinations of the most complex estate and gift returns with a considerable number of complex and unusual issues requiring extensive tax law research, state law knowledge, investigation, and analysis. Determines the issues and audit techniques needed to resolve issues. Researches various complex Federal, state and foreign laws that may be without precedent or involve conflicting precedents to arrive at a determination of the federal estate and gift tax implications of the transactions. Determines the nature of included assets, analyzes transactions, investigates underlying facts, evaluates the fair market value of real estate, business interests, and other type of financial and investment assets for assigned returns. Conducts extensive legal research and analyzes the taxpayer's legal documents to identify the transferred interest. STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTIONS (SPD): PD21155 and PD21156 Visit the IRS SPD Library to access the position descriptions. Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience GS-11: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Working in a legal environment in which you provided technical advice about legal requirements, conducted legal research and analysis, or prepared written opinions, decisions, and/or proposals on matters specific to tax administration or compliance. Applying federal tax laws, various state and foreign laws, judicial decisions, and precedents to advise parties on proper legal requirements. Researching and evaluating legal questions involving state and federal laws. Analyzing findings of fact and critically evaluating the information secured to reach determinations supported by federal, state and local laws and court decisions. OR Three (3) full years of progressively higher level graduate education in a related degree OR a Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree education related to the position OR an LL.M, if related OR A combination of education and experience as described above. Specialized Experience GS-12: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position must include: Working in a legal environment whereby you provided technical advice and guidance on federal tax law requirements. Conducting legal research and analysis on federal or state tax laws. Authoring legal opinions, decisions, determinations, or proposals on matters involving federal tax laws, rules, and/or regulations. Working with Federal, Gift, and Generation-Skipping Transfer tax laws, including Internal Revenue Code, Tax Regulations, IRS Revenue rulings and procedures and precedent decisions. Analyzing tax matters, appeals, settlement offers, or similar work related to federal tax operations. AND You must also meet the following requirements: MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: Minimum age for federal employment is 18 years old, or at least 16 years old and have: Graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or Completed a formal vocational training program; or Received a statement from school authorities agreeing with your preference for employment rather than continuing your education. For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards. Probationary Period - All newly appointed employees to the competitive (or excepted) service are subject to a probationary (or trial) period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary (or trial) period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary (or trial) period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding. Government Credit Card - Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel. Key Eligibility Requirements: U.S Citizenship - Must be a U.S. Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. Selective Service Registration - Males born after December 31, 1959 are required to be registered with the Selective Service System or prove they are exempt from having to do so. Personal Identity Verification (PIV) - Must provide 2 forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. These documents must be unexpired original or certified copies. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SHOWN IN QUALIFICATIONS OR ADDTIONAL INFORMATION SECTIONS

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. If selected for this position, you will serve as a Litigation Support Specialist in the Automated Litigation Section responsible for performing technical work to support the litigation needs of the United States Attorney's Office. Typical work assignments will include: Consulting with case team members (e.g. attorneys, investigators, legal support staff) to understand case needs and technical requirements as it relates to discovery processing and review; Using and adapting specialized software applications to process complex and voluminous electronically stored information (e.g. PDF files and portfolios, Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, email files such as .pst or .msg, non-standard or propriety files, audio and video files, etc.); Building and maintaining document review databases for case team use by loading image, native, and text files into databases and performing quality control on loaded files; Generating complex electronic discovery productions (e.g., Bates-numbered images with redactions and searchable text or industry standard load files) that comply with production specifications and deadlines, including productions from document review databases or productions from specified criteria; Advising and supporting case teams by acting as a subject matter expert in identifying and implementing appropriate technical solutions to manage commonly found and complex or non-standard electronically stored information in civil and/or criminal cases; and Developing and providing training on litigation technology applications and e-Litigation protocols, including by preparing written training materials. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. GS-11: To be eligible at the GS-11 level, you must meet at least ONE of the following conditions, as defined below: Specialized Experience, Education, OR a Combination of Education and Experience. Specialized experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service. Specialized Experience is defined as experience in a legal environment independently performing a range of legal and administrative services in support of discovery, case development, and/or hearing or trial preparation. Education: Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Law, Information Technology); or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education must be related and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. In order to qualify based on a combination, graduate education must be in excess of 2 full years. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.

Office of Chief Counsel, IRS, seeks enthusiastic individuals to serve taxpayers fairly and with integrity by providing correct and impartial interpretation of the internal revenue laws and the highest quality legal advice and representation for the IRS. To learn more, click the links below: IRS Office of Chief Counsel Careers Site Meet Our People Learn about our Legal Divisions The IRS Office of Chief Counsel's Summer Legal Program provides exposure to the Office by enabling primarily second-year law students to work under the supervision, and with the assistance of, experienced tax lawyers. The training and work experience provides developmental assignments and helps prepare law students for a career as a tax lawyer and gives them an excellent view of what the practice of law is like at the Office of Chief Counsel. In the National Office, law students typically take part in a variety of educational and social events. It is anticipated students will work for us the full summer. Appointments will be made to a Legal Administrative Specialist at the GS-09 level in Summer 2027. Participants who graduate from law school by Fall 2028 may be eligible for consideration for non-competitive placement into an entry-level law clerk or attorney position, subject to position availability, applicable hiring approvals, and other requirements. As a Legal Administrative Specialist with the Office of Chief Counsel, you will work for one of several major Counsel divisions based on your particular interest, qualifications, and the staffing needs of the Office. Whether you are in a field office or National Office position, you will receive substantial training and responsibility. The following link describes our legal divisions Legal Divisions | IRS Careers. We are recruiting for both our National Office and our Field Office Divisions throughout the country. Current openings are detailed below: National OfficeNational Office Divisions located only in Washington, D.C. include Corporate (CORP), Employee Benefits, Exempt Orgs, Employment Taxes (EEE), Energy, Credits, and Excise Tax (ECE), Financial Institutions & Products (FIP), Income Tax & Accounting (ITA), International (INTL), Passthroughs, Trusts, and Estates (PTE), and Procedure & Administration (P&A). We are currently recruiting for our Division Counsel (Litigation & Advisory) in the following cities: Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Baltimore, MD; Birmingham, AL; Boston, MA; Buffalo, NY; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Denver, CO; Detroit, MI; East Hartford, CT; Farmers Branch (Dallas), TX; Greensboro, NC; Honolulu, HI; Houston, TX; Independence (Cleveland), OH; Indianapolis, IN; Jacksonville, FL; Kansas City, MO; Lake Forest (Laguna Niguel), CA; Las Vegas, NV; Los Angeles, CA; Louisville, KY; Miami, FL; Milwaukee, WI; Nashville, TN; Newark, NJ; New Orleans, LA; New York (Manhattan), NY; Oklahoma City, OK; Philadelphia, PA; Phoenix, AZ; Pittsburgh, PA; Plantation, FL; Portland, OR; Richmond, VA; Sacramento, CA; Salt Lake City, UT; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Jose, CA; Seattle, WA; St. Louis, MO; St. Paul, MN; Washington, DC; Westbury (Long Island), NY. We are currently recruiting for our Office of the Division Counsel/Associate Chief Counsel (Criminal Tax) in the following cities: Baltimore, MD; Buffalo, NY; Chicago, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland (Independence), OH; Denver, CO; East Hartford, CT; Farmers Branch, TX; Greensboro, NC; Houston, TX; Indianapolis, IN; Jacksonville, FL; Las Vegas, NV; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; Nashville, TN; New Orleans, LA; Newark, NJ; Philadelphia, PA; Phoenix, AZ; Portland, OR; Richmond, VA; Salt Lake, UT; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; St. Louis, MO; St. Paul, MN; Washington, DC; Westbury (Long Island), NY. We are currently recruiting for our Office of the Division Counsel (Tax Exempt & Government Entities Division Counsel) in the following cities: Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Farmers Branch (Dallas), TX; Jacksonville, FL; Los Angeles, CA; New York (Manhattan), NY; Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; Washington, DC; Westbury (Long Island), NY. Target Start Date: June 2027 Please note, you will not receive an application status update or communication from the hiring office until early 2027. Who May Apply:Current law school students who have completed one (1) full year of legal studies at an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school. Second-year law students who have completed at least one full year of legal study by the closing date of the announcement are eligible to apply (part-time law students must be currently attending law school and have completed the equivalent of one year of full-time study by the closing date of the announcement). Most applicants participate in the summer after their second year of law school; however, law students graduating in Spring 2027 who will enter a judicial clerkship, fellowship, or tax or accounting-related graduate program (including a Tax LL.M. program) may participate in the summer following law school graduation prior to the start of the judicial clerkship, fellowship, or graduate program. If you are applying for, but have not yet accepted a judicial clerkship, fellowship, or been accepted into a tax or accounting-related graduate program, you should consider applying to both the Summer Intern (Legal Administrative Specialist) and the Honors Program Law Clerk announcements. To qualify for this position of Honors Summer Intern (Legal Administrative Specialist), you must meet the qualification requirements listed below by the closing of this announcement: Basic Requirement for Summer Legal Administrative Specialist: Must attend a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. To qualify for an Honors Summer Intern (Legal Administrative Specialist) at the GS-09 grade level, you must meet one of the following by the closing date of the announcement: A class ranking in the top 25% of the J.D. program or LL.M. program OR A cumulative GPA of 3.35 or higher in the J.D. program OR A cumulative GPA of 3.25 in the LL.M. program OR If the LL.M. program does not have class rank nor GPA, the J.D. program requirements listed above must be met OR If neither J.D. nor LL.M. program has class rank or GPA, a minimum LSAT of 160 is required Attributes of an Ideal Candidate are Special high-level recognition for academic excellence in law school, such as selection to Order of the Coif or receipt of the American Jurisprudence Award in related courses; or top grades in tax or related course work (e.g., "A" grades in tax courses); Evidence of background or experience in the position to be filled, such as taking relevant law school classes (e.g., tax law, bankruptcy/debtor creditor law, administrative law) or relevant legal or tax experience (e.g., tax legal experience) or relevant tax volunteer experience (e.g., VITA, Tax Clinic); Work or achievement in the law school's law review or other recognized law journal; Winning a moot court or mock trial competition or membership on a moot court or mock trial team.

Office of Chief Counsel, IRS, seeks enthusiastic individuals to serve taxpayers fairly and with integrity by providing correct and impartial interpretation of the internal revenue laws and the highest quality legal advice and representation for the IRS. To learn more, click the links below: IRS Office of Chief Counsel Careers Site Meet Our People Learn about our Legal Divisions The IRS Office of Chief Counsel's Summer Legal Program provides exposure to the Office by enabling primarily second-year law students to work under the supervision, and with the assistance of, experienced labor and employment lawyers. The training and work experience provides developmental assignments and helps prepare law students for a career as a labor and employment lawyer and gives them an excellent view of what the practice of law is like at the Office of Chief Counsel. In the National Office, law students typically take part in a variety of educational and social events. It is anticipated students will work for us the full summer. Appointments will be made to a Legal Administrative Specialist at the GS-9 in the Summer 2027. Participants who graduate from law school by Fall 2028 may be eligible for consideration for non-competitive placement into an entry-level law clerk or attorney position, subject to position availability, applicable hiring approvals, and other requirements. As a Legal Administrative Specialist with the Office of Chief Counsel, you will work for Associate Chief Counsel, General Legal Service (GLS). GLS employs approximately 76 attorneys and 7 paralegals, and has both Field Office Divisions and a National Office component. Whether you are in a field office or National Office position, you will receive substantial training and responsibility. GLS serves as in-house counsel to the IRS and the Office of Chief Counsel and provides legal services over a broad spectrum of non-tax matters, including labor and employment, ethics, fiscal, appropriations, procurement, contracts, technology, and other general government matters. As a customer-focused organization, we provide our clients with the highest quality legal advice and advocacy to minimize legal risks, reduce litigation exposure, promote legal compliance, and advance our clients' objectives. We are one GLS. We embrace teamwork and embody our core values: United in Purpose, Committed to Excellence, and Dedicated to Each Other. National Office: Claims, Labor & Personnel Law (CLP): Attorneys in CLP provide legal advice and representation on a wide variety of complex issues, including labor-management relations, personnel, and EEO matters; the interpretation of civil service laws and regulations; government representation; the Federal Tort Claims Act; and other related "non-tax" matters. CLP also provides program coordination to Field Office Divisions in all of these matters. Ethics & General Government Law (EGG): Attorneys in EGG provide ethics opinions, advice, and training on issues arising under the federal conflict-of-interest statutes, related government-wide and agency-specific regulations, and other rules. EGG also issues advisory opinions to agency officials on non-tax laws, regulations, and decisions governing the management of federal agencies with respect to matters such as appropriations and fiscal law, delegations of authority, records and property management, the Federal Advisory Committee Act, intellectual property, and a wide range of other general government issues. Public Contracts & Technology Law (PCTL): Attorneys in PCTL provide advice on complex legal issues on a wide variety of procurement matters involving the interpretation of applicable laws and regulations; advise on contract formation and administration, licensing and intellectual property issues, interagency agreements and memoranda of understanding, and handle litigation before the Government Accountability Office and the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals. Field Offices: Attorneys in the GLS Field Offices provide advice, support, and litigation representation for IRS and Chief Counsel management in administrative fora, with the majority of case work centering on equal employment opportunity (EEO), personnel law, and assisting the Department of Justice in federal courts on such matters, as well as for suits against IRS employees, and may assist with processing claims under the Federal Tort Claims Act. CLP Branch and Area Counsel Field Offices: GLS is recruiting in the CLP Branch and the following Field Office locations: Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Farmers Branch (Dallas Office), TX; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; San Francisco, CA; and Washington, DC. Target Start Date: June 2027 Please note, you will not receive an application status update or communication from the hiring office until early 2027. Who May Apply: Current law school students who have completed one (1) full year of legal studies at an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school. Second-year law students who have completed at least one full year of legal study by the application deadline are eligible to apply (part-time law students must be currently attending law school and have completed the equivalent of one year of full-time study by the application deadline). Most applicants participate in the summer after their second year of law school; however, law students graduating in Spring 2027 who will enter a judicial clerkship, fellowship, or tax or accounting-related graduate program (including a Tax LL.M. program) may participate in the summer following law school graduation prior to the start of the judicial clerkship, fellowship, or graduate program. If you are applying for, but have not yet accepted a judicial clerkship, fellowship, or been accepted into a related graduate program, you should consider applying to both the Summer Intern (Legal Administrative Specialist) and the Honors Program Law Clerk announcements. To qualify for this position of Summer Intern (Legal Administrative Specialist), you must meet the qualification requirements listed below by the closing of this announcement: Basic Requirement for Summer Legal Administrative Specialist: Must attend a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. To qualify for a Legal Administrative Specialist at the GS-09 grade level, you must meet one of the following by the closing date of the announcement: A class ranking in the top 25% of the J.D. program or LL.M. program OR A cumulative GPA of 3.35 or higher in the J.D. program OR A cumulative GPA of 3.25 in the LL.M. program OR If the LL.M. program does not have class rank nor GPA, the J.D. program requirements listed above must be met OR If neither J.D. nor LL.M. program has class rank or GPA, a minimum LSAT of 160 is required Attributes of an Ideal Candidate are Special high-level recognition for academic excellence in law school, such as selection to Order of the Coif, receipt of the American Jurisprudence Award, or CALI Excellence for the Future Award in related courses; or top grades in classes related to the position to be filled, Evidence of background or experience in the position to be filled, such as taking relevant law school classes or participation in law school clinics, Work or achievement in the law school's law review or other recognized law journal, Success in a moot court or mock trial competition or membership on a moot court or mock trial team.

Protect your homeland and defend your culture. Join USCIS, America's frontline defense against illegal foreign infiltration and fraud. As a Legal Administrative Specialist, you will review asylum applicant information, ensure compliance with background checks, and provide information to appropriate Asylum Officer staff for consideration in adjudication of asylum cases. The responsibilities described are for the full performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope performed with less independence, and limited complexity. Perform preliminary review of immigration applications and databases, identifying information relevant to the performance of background and security checks. Assist Asylum Officers in the adjudication of benefit applications, petitions, and removal actions by compiling and evaluating data and preparing case decisions. Review case decision documentation against applicant file to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and procedures. Deliver case decisions to applicant, attorney, or representative of record, ensuring understanding of decision or next steps. Elicit sufficient information to determine eligibility for immigration benefits and prepare reports on suspected fraudulent intent by applicants. The qualifications for this position must be met by 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on 10/05/2026. Application Limit: This vacancy is limited to the first 100 applications received. All applications received prior to midnight 11:59 PM (ET) of the day the application limit is reached will be accepted and considered. If the application limit is not reached by the closing date of the announcement, all applications received during the open period will be considered. Any required documents must be submitted at the time that you apply as documents will not be accepted past the day the application limit is reached, if applicable. If you choose to edit your application after it has been submitted, it will be removed from consideration until you re-submit your application. The date your application is last submitted will be used to determine whether you meet the cut-off criteria. Current Federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the lower grade or equivalent grade band in the Federal service. The Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on 10/05/2026. GS-05: You qualify at the GS-05 level if you possess three (3) years of general experience, one (1) year of which was equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the majority of the following duties: Creating or retrieving documents from various sources; Reviewing documents for accuracy; Performing research to provide data. OR You may substitute successful completion of a Bachelor's degree or a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a Bachelor's degree for the experience required at the GS-05 grade level. This education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university. One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester or 45 quarter hours. GS-07: You qualify at the GS-07 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the majority of the following duties: Consolidating information from various sources to prepare documents related to immigration applications; Reviewing immigration documents for accuracy; Interacting with the public to gather or explain information. OR You may substitute successful completion of one year of fulltime graduate education for the experience required at the GS-07 level. This education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university and demonstrate the skills necessary to do the work of the position. Check with your school to determine how many credit hours comprise a year of graduate education. If that information is not available, use 18 semester or 27 quarter hours. OR You may also substitute superior academic achievement for the experience required at the GS-07 level. You must have completed the requirements for a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with either: (1) class standing in the upper third of a graduating class or major subdivision; or, (2) a grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale based on four (4) years of education or the final two (2) years; or, (3) a grade point average of 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final two (2) years of the curriculum; or, (4) membership in a national scholastic honor society. GS-09: You qualify at the GS-09 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the majority of the following duties: Gathering or analyzing information from various sources to provide assistance in immigration related case processing; Researching information from various databases to prepare reports related to immigration; Interacting with the public to gather or explain information related to immigration applications. OR You may substitute a Master's degree or two (2) full years of graduate education leading to such a degree in any field, or a J.D. or L.L.B. degree for experience required at the GS-09 grade level. Such education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. Check with your school to determine how many credit hours comprise two years of graduate education. If that information is not available, use 36 semester or 54 quarter hours. Please read the following important information to ensure you submit everything we need to consider your application: It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit your responses and appropriate documentation prior to 10/05/2026. You must upload your resume under the "Resume" category. Resumes submitted under the "Other Documents" category will not be considered. Your most recently submitted resume will be used to determine your qualifications for the position advertised in this announcement. Therefore, your resume must highlight your most relevant, significant experience related to the requirements found in the qualification section of this announcement, as well as any applicable education. Limit your resume to no more than two pages. The USAJOBS database will not allow an applicant to submit an application that includes a resume over two pages. To help ensure your resume remains clear and easy to read, we recommend using margins of at least 0.8 inches and a font size of at least 11 point. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since Human Resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated and ranked based on your responses to the online questions. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Duties (be specific in describing your duties) Employer's name and address Supervisor name and phone number Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18 2007 to April 05 2008) Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position. Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Salary Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide the above information may result in a finding of ineligible. Note: Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Federal Experience: If you are using current or prior federal experience as a basis for qualifying for this position, the grade levels and length of employment (mm/dd/year) at each grade level must be listed in your work history. This information will be further validated if selected for this position. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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 criteria 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 service. Conditions of Employment: You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply for this position Successfully pass a Background Investigation including financial disclosure You must pass a drug screening Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service Political appointees may require OPM approval before on-boarding USCIS applies the Telework Enhancement Act of 2010 to its telework program This position is not considered "essential" for purposes of reporting to work when the facility might otherwise be closed. Residency Requirement: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. This residency requirement states that candidates must have, for three of the last five years immediately prior to applying for this position; (1) resided in the United States; OR (2) worked for the United States Government as an employee overseas in a Federal or Military capacity, OR (3) been a dependent of a U.S. Federal or Military employee serving overseas. Probationary Period: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.

See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows: Whitehall, OH: $64,406 - $101,309 Richmond, VA: $64,475 - $101,417 If selected at the GS-09 level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity. In support of the Office of Chief Counsel, provide administrative and clerical support to supervisors, attorneys, and staff, by managing administrative requirements, preparing correspondence, and ensuring an organized workspace. Manage critical office logistics by tracking deadlines, assignments, and follow-up actions; maintaining office calendars; scheduling meetings; coordinating travel arrangements; and monitoring action items to ensure timely completion. Conduct legal research and assist in preparing legal memoranda and documents. Assist attorneys and paralegals with large-scale, complex litigation before federal and state courts, administrative tribunals, and the Government Accountability Office. Serves as a point of contact for general office inquiries and administrative matters, greet and assist visitors, and maintain effective communication and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Support new employee onboarding by coordinating Common Access Card (CAC) issuance and IT equipment requests, delivery, and distribution. Process incoming/outgoing mail and maintain office supplies, inventory, and purchase orders. Support meetings and conferences by coordinating room reservations, drafting correspondence, taking in-person meeting minutes, and preparing presentations, data spreadsheets, and briefings to support internal and external communications. Develop and implement records management processes for electronic and hard-copy records as directed by the Team Leader. This includes organizing, indexing, filing, retrieving, and disposing of records per retention schedules and policies. To qualify for a Legal Administrative Specialist, your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-09 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: GS-09: Analyzing, evaluating, clerical workflows and administrative support processes. Under supervision, navigating and apply agency manuals, federal directives, and databases to maintain operational compliance. Drafting clear, professional communications, briefings, and correspondence for internal and external stakeholders. GS-11: Analyzing, evaluating complex legal data with high precision, successfully streamlining administrative workflows and clerical support systems to maximize overall office efficiency. Masterfully navigating and applying agency manuals, directives, and legal databases, serving as the go-to authority to guarantee 100% operational compliance across all programs. Developing high-impact briefings, legal correspondence, and professional communications aligning internal and external stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and with executive-level polish. B. Education Substitution: Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Education must be from a college or university accredited by an organization approved by the U.S. Department of Education. See http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx. If using education to meet basic qualifications, YOU MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT as supplemental documentation. To qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you must possess: GS-09: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. GS-11: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. C. Combination: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for grade levels GS-09 and GS-11 and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grade GS-09 and GS-11. 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.