ATTORNEY-ADVISER (GENERAL) (T32, TEMP)

THIS IS AN ARMY NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION UNIT: JFHQ LOCATION: Saint Paul, Minnesota SELECTING OFFICIAL: Col David Blomgren, 651-282-4983 ARMY NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED

Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list A ATTORNEY-ADVISER (GENERAL) (T32, TEMP), GS-0905-13, Acts as a legal adviser and attorney for the state/territory National Guard, responsible for the formulation of state/territory legal policy and its execution legal representation; legal initiatives; interpretation and litigation of U.S. and state/territory(s) constitutional, civil, criminal, labor law; international law and treaty agreements; and a full spectrum of expert legal advice. Acts as a legal adviser and attorney for the state/territory National Guard, responsible for assisting in the formulation of state/territory legal policy pertaining to prevention of sexual assault, sexual harassment, and domestic abuse, while serving as the special legal advisor to the Adjutant General, the Office of Staff Judge Advocate (OSJA), Commands SHARP and SEEM programs. Primary coordinator and advisor in the OSJA pertaining to military justice/adverse actions that are initiated against alleged offenders. Serves as the primary point of contact for outside entities and stakeholders, including Special Victims' Counsel, Defense Services, the SARC and the SEEM Manager preventing future harm to victims by ensuring the proper procedures are implemented and followed and that justice and adverse actions are administered properly . Assignments include some of the most diverse, complex, difficult, and novel legal issues found in the emerging area of victims' right law and is responsible for the formulation of state/territory legal policy and its execution in the area of sexual assault accountability, prevention, and response; sexual harassment; domestic abuse and lines of duty and medical discharges for Army and Air personnel . Responsible for advising and providing legal sufficiency reviews of Adjutant General and other senior leaders messages of sexual assault and sexual harassment prevention methods in formal and informal settings , and the review of any implementation of DoD policy or guidance related to competencies leaders must have related to overseeing prevention. Included in this duty is to assist the Adjutant General, after any required coordination with the National Guard (NG) Special Victims' Counsel Program , in publishing the accountability actions taken associated with substantiated allegations of sexual assault, domestic sexual abuse, and sexual harassment (both formal complaints and violations of the UCMJ), and to coordinate with local law enforcement, prosecutors, and MCIOs to track cases of sexual assault involving National Guard perpetrators or victims, and to provide legal support to staff elements whose duties include sexual assault accountability, prevention, and response, including retaliation and reprisal. When issues and inquiries arise from the media, congressional, IG and other outside entities (including SVC), incumbent does the research, gathers relevant information, and drafts responses on behalf the organization, coordinating with other staff elements as appropriate. Acts as expert legal counsel for medical evaluation boards (MEB), physical evaluation board process, and lines of duty (LOD) for Army and Air personnel. Responsible for legal counsel to the Adjutant General and commanders on any public or private sector collaborations to develop definitions for essential primary prevention competencies for leaders and performs legal review of any associated policy and guidance for evaluation guidance as to prevention. Assist the command in the formulation of state/territory legal policy and its execution of legal representation; legal initiatives; interpretation and litigation of U.S. and state/territory(s) constitutional, civil, criminal, labor law; international law and treaty agreements; and a full spectrum of expert legal advice. In addition, the position is responsible for legal representation; legal initiatives; interpretation and litigation of U.S. and state/territory(s) constitutional, civil, criminal, labor law; international law and treaty agreements; and a full spectrum of expert legal advice. Assignments include some of the most diverse, complex, difficult and emerging legal issues found in any area of law, to include: homeland security, emergency response, sovereignty, state/territory compacts, fiscal and contract law, civil affairs, employer support, military statute and administrative law (Federal & state/territory), non-military employment law (Federal & state/territory) Performs other duties as assigned. The above does not list all duties. The full list of duties can be provided upon request.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Minnesota National Guard Membership is required. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Applicants who are not currently a member of the MN National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. All Title 32 Dual Status Technician Attorneys and Military JAGs will be vetted through Service TJAGs. These packages will go through your JAG office to the Service TJAGs. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position. Most MNNG position are covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. Must either be currently in good standing (certified) with a State Bar or able to obtain certification. Must be a graduate of an ABA-accredited law school This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) when a top-secret clearance is required. The employee is subject to random drug testing. Pre-employment drug testing and participation in random drug testing is a condition of employment. MILITARY COMPATIBILITY: Upon selection, individuals will undergo a background check to validate suitability for employment with the federal government as permitted by law, regulation, Presidential order or other authority. Suitability is dependent upon the particular requirements for security clearance, sensitivity level, and DOD IT network access. Items checked include, but are not limited to all criminal history record information, employment history, education and fiscal accountability/responsibility. The individual selected must be assigned to a compatible military position and must also maintain satisfactory membership in the Minnesota Army National Guard.