Senior Counsel For Employment

Summary

The Secretary of the Senate's Senate Chief Counsel For Employment is seeking a Legal Administrator. The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa.

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

04/16/2024 to 12/31/2024

• Salary

$154,453 - $220,400 per year

• Pay scale & grade

AD 15

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Location

• Washington DC, DC

• Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

• Travel Required

Not required

• N/A

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

NoN/A

• Appointment type

Permanent -

• Work schedule

Full-time -

• Service

Excepted

• Promotion potential

15

• Job family (Series)

0201 Human Resources Management

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Not Required

• Drug test

No

• Announcement number

req331

• Control number

786985700

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This job is open to

• The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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Duties

NATURE OF WORK This is supervisory, professional work in the Office of Senate Chief Counsel for Employment. Serve as defense attorney in labor and employment law matters to offices of United States Senators, the Vice President, Committees, Senate Officers, and other Senate employing offices. Work requires litigating cases as first chair in trial and appellate courts, the Supreme Court, and at administrative hearings; advising clients of their legal obligations; giving employment law seminars; and doing legal research and writing. Work requires high-level thinking in the application of law to facts and requires the use of independent judgment. Work is bound by Secretary of the Senate policies and procedures; the U.S. Senate Handbook; and the Senate Ethics Manual, but requires independent judgment in setting priorities and handling assignments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Under supervision of the Chief Counsel and the Deputy Chief Counsel, take first-chair responsibility in defending offices of Senators, the Office of the Vice President, Senate Committees, and other Senate employing offices throughout the country in employment law cases from the inception of the case through Supreme Court review. Research complex legal issues and write accurate, persuasive legal memoranda and briefs. Provide timely and accurate legal advice to Senators, the Office of the Vice President, Chiefs of Staff, Administrative Directors, Senate Officers, and other Senate managers regarding employment law issues. Maintain current, accurate knowledge of employment law cases and statutes, identifying how new cases and laws modify existing law applicable to the Senate. Develop, prepare, and conduct seminars regarding employment-related legal issues; prepare and present oral and written reference materials and audio-visual materials for seminar participants. Supervise work of second-chair counsel, litigation secretary and paralegal. Prepare legal newsletters, website content, memoranda, policies, and forms to keep clients informed of and in compliance with existing laws. Maintain current knowledge of the Senate Chief Counsel for Employment Office's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and Continuity of Operations (COOP) plan; participate in periodic exercises and drills. As part of the Secretary's customer service initiative (known as R.A.T.E.); provide all customers with the highest level of customer service. Perform other duties as assigned.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to everyday risks and discomforts, and

requires the use of normal safety precautions. Work requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds, as well as regular use of typical office equipment, software programs, and methods of communication such as a computer, email, telephone, and photocopier. Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required for performance of duties. Work also requires physical presence in the office, except as otherwise required by the Office of the Secretary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Work requires Juris Doctorate degree, and a minimum of eight years of experience defending

employment claims and advising employers regarding compliance with federal and state employment laws.

Work requires the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of federal employment laws, labor laws, constitutional law, and rules of court.

Basic knowledge of the Senate as an institution preferred.

Demonstrated ability to research and analyze complex legal issues.

Demonstrated ability to write coherent, accurate, and persuasive legal briefs and motions for trial and appellate courts and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Knowledge of modern legal practices, including the Electronic Discovery Reference Model, and

research resources, including LEXIS and/or WESTLAW.

Knowledge of and experience using electronic discovery platforms.

Ability to operate a computer and utilize applicable software packages.

Ability to provide accurate legal advice and to exercise independent judgment in defending clients at trial and appellate court levels.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Senators, staff of the Office of the Vice President, Chiefs of Staff, Administrative Directors, and Senate Officers.

Ability to exercise independent judgment in determining and implementing the client's best defense strategy in lawsuits.

Ability to professionally handle confidential/sensitive matters and materials.

Ability to concentrate for long periods of time and to pay careful attention to detail.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on a one-on-one basis, to large groups, and before courts.

Ability to assign, direct, and review work of subordinate staff.

Ability to work extended and unscheduled hours as dictated by workload and caseload.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Licensed and in good active standing to practice law from a state or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia.

Education

See minimum qualifications above for education details and Licenses & Certifications.

Additional information

The Secretary of the Senate is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email resumes@sec.senate.gov with "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Qualified candidates may be selected for an interview.

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• Required Documents

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

Application, Cover Letter, Resume, Veterans' Preference Application, if applicable

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa This position is open until filled. All applicants must use the link above and follow instructions. DO NOT submit any paper application materials or resumes via U.S. Postal Mail or in person. All applicants MUST use the online employment application.

Agency contact information

Email

resumes@sec.senate.gov

Address

Secretary of the Senate, Human Resources

Hart Senate Building

Washington, DC 20510

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Next steps

Candidates will be contacted if granted an interview.

• Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

• Reasonable accommodation policy

• Financial suitability

• Selective Service

• New employee probationary period

• Signature and false statements

• Privacy Act

• Social security number request

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Required Documents

Application, Cover Letter, Resume, Veterans' Preference Application, if applicable

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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How to Apply

https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa This position is open until filled. All applicants must use the link above and follow instructions. DO NOT submit any paper application materials or resumes via U.S. Postal Mail or in person. All applicants MUST use the online employment application.

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Agency contact information

Email

resumes@sec.senate.gov

Address

Secretary of the Senate, Human Resources

Hart Senate Building

Washington, DC 20510

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

Candidates will be contacted if granted an interview.

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Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

• Reasonable accommodation policy

• Financial suitability

• Selective Service

• New employee probationary period

• Signature and false statements

• Privacy Act

• Social security number request

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

04/16/2024 to 12/31/2024

• Salary

$154,453 - $220,400 per year

• Pay scale & grade

AD 15

• Location

• Washington DC, DC

• Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

• Travel Required

Not required

• N/A

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

NoN/A

• Appointment type

Permanent -

• Work schedule

Full-time -

• Service

Excepted

• Promotion potential

15

• Job family (Series)

0201 Human Resources Management

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Not Required

• Drug test

No

• Announcement number

req331

• Control number

786985700

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/786985700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.