Public Notice for Attorney Advisor (Direct Hire)

Chief Counsel Litigation Division: This Attorney Advisor position is in the Chief Counsel, Litigation Division and is responsible for researching and analyzing legal issues, interpreting laws and regulations, preparing legal documents, advising leadership and program offices, and representing the agency in administrative or judicial proceedings, as appropriate

This Public Notice for Attorney Advisor (Direct Hire) position is located in Chief Counsel, Litigation Division. Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to: Represents TSA as primary or secondary counsel in litigation before the Merit Systems Protection Board, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, federal courts, and labor arbitration proceedings. Provides expert legal guidance to TSA personnel and external stakeholders on complex legal issues affecting TSA operations and workforce matters. Advises policymakers and managers on legal strategy, precedents, and arguments that support the agency's position. Conducts all phases of administrative and judicial litigation from initial case assessment through discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, hearings, and post-hearing actions. Develop litigation strategies; prepare pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery requests and responses, and witness examinations. Communicates legal advice and advocacy positions clearly and tailors messaging to the audience and circumstances. Adjudicates and resolves tort claims under the Federal Tort Claims Act Reviews claims and supports evidence, conducts legal and factual analyses, and evaluates issues of liability, damages, and potential settlement. Prepares written determinations and coordinates with program offices, claimants, and other appropriate stakeholders to ensure timely, legally sufficient claim resolution. Partners with the Department of Justice to protect TSA interests and unique equities in federal district and appellate court litigation nationwide. Supports cases involving constitutional, statutory, and regulatory issues by providing agency expertise, developing legal positions, coordinating factual support, and assisting with litigation strategy and case management. Please note: The major duties described reflect the full performance level of this position. Typically, the lower pay bands perform the same duties but will receive more guidance and training; and/or projects/work assignments may be less complex.

You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National. You must have reached the minimum age (18) at the time of application. You must complete a favorable Background Investigation (BI). Selective Service registration is required. You must obtain and maintain a Secret clearance level. Financial Disclosure Required: OGE-450 required for K Band only Must be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. Must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association You must submit a copy of your law school transcript. (Submission of an unofficial copy is sufficient, but official copy must be submitted prior to appointment). You must submit a certificate of bar membership and proof of good standing. If you fail to meet the conditions of employment or any other pre-employment requirements, such as missing any of the scheduled appointments, the hiring agency may rescind their tentative offer of employment. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for TSA to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.