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This position is in Region 10, Office of Regional Counsel. If selected, you must work at the location stated in this announcement. About Region 10: Region 10
Learn more about this agency01/15/2020 to 02/04/2020
$99,941 - $153,527 per year
GS 13 - 14
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be required to travel more than 25% of each month.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Excepted
14
No
No
CI-R10-OT-2020-0003
556674400
At the entry level of this position, you will:
- Serve as a Regional Criminal Enforcement Counsel (RCEC) in the Office of Regional Counsel. In this capacity, you will research and resolve the legal questions arising during the course of criminal investigations and prosecutions involving the major federal statutes affecting the Agency's programs, including but not limited to the Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Air Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
- Provide the Regional Administrator, Deputy Regional Administrator and the Regional Offices with general legal advice and policy recommendations concerning the criminal enforcement program and/or other regional programs, operations, and activities so that major decisions are made with applicable legal considerations in mind. -- Provide legal advice and policy recommendations to the EPA Criminal Investigation Division on matters arising under the environmental statutes and matters arising under the U.S. Criminal Code.
- Provide legal advice and policy recommendations to the Regional Program managers responsible for criminal and other enforcement matters. Advise on the legal sufficiency of regional criminal enforcement actions under all environmental statutes.
- Coordinate criminal enforcement litigation in connection with specific matters arising under all environmental statutes. Conduct discovery and prepare indictments, subpoenas, search warrants, motions, briefs and other litigation documents. At times, when appointed by the United States Attorney or the Department of Justice, represent the United States as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) in the criminal prosecution of violations of the environmental statutes and the United States Criminal Code.
When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses.
This position is designated as Moderate Risk and requires a background investigation. Unless an appropriate background investigation is already on record with the Office of Personnel Management, you must undergo a background investigation.
If you are selected, you must complete a one-year trial period.
This is an Excepted Service position. It is excluded from provisions of the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). Selection under this appointment authority does not confer civil service competitive status. However, this program is covered for the purposes of Federal retirement and benefits programs.
Current Bar membership in good standing/law license is required.
Must self-certify, annually and in writing of active bar membership.
You need a degree as described below to qualify for this position.
An LL.B. or J.D. degree from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).
Must be admitted to practice before the highest court of a state, U.S. territory, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; and must maintain active status as a member of the bar of one of these jurisdictions.
In addition to the educational requirements, we are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below:
To qualify for the GS-13 level, you need to have at least one year of full time substantial experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as environmental law experience or criminal law experience.
To qualify for the GS-14 level, you need to have at least one year of full time substantial experience equivalent to the GS-13 level defined as criminal law experience or specialized environmental litigation experience.
As part of the application process, you are required to submit college transcripts, or a list of courses as described in the Required Documents section of this announcement. However, if you are selected you must provide official educational transcripts before you start work with EPA. More information on verification of education can be found here: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
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.
If you have part-time work experience, read this: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
This position is in the bargaining unit.
EPA participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that enables participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees. For additional information: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
If you are selected, travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid by EPA. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting to work in this position will be your responsibility.
Except in special circumstances, those new to the federal government will be hired at the starting salary (step 1) of the applicable grade range listed above.
Position has portable work and selectee may be authorized to telework after meeting eligibility requirements if approved by the supervisor/manager.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Applications will be evaluated against the basic qualifications. Qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration and may be subject to additional assessments.
EPA considers veteran’s preference eligibility as a positive factor. Applicants who have veteran’s preference eligibility are encouraged to include their information in their cover letters or resumes and attach supporting documentation to substantiate their preference.
Excepted service positions are not covered by regular civil service hiring procedures.
Documents to be submitted by email to R10_ORC_Hiring@epa.gov:
NOTE: You should ensure your social security number, date of birth, and any other personal information are redacted.
--Resume clearly stating your experience related to this position as described in the Duties section and Qualifications section. In describing your experience, you need to be clear and specific. We may not make assumptions regarding your experience.
--Responses to the online assessment questionnaire (you must complete this online - it is not a document you need to upload).
--College transcripts - required to submit either unofficial transcripts or a list of courses that includes school(s) attended, school address, course title, grades earned, completion dates, department, and quarter or semester hours earned. NOTE: Official educational transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if you are selected, you must provide official transcripts before you start work with EPA.
--Veterans' Preference Documents - DD-214 Member 4 copy (or other copy indicating character of service), VA letter stating overall/combined disability rating (percentage), and SF-15, if applicable; active duty service members: submit certification from the armed forces documenting active duty dates, expected discharge/release date, campaign medals/badges, and character of service (a certification is any written document from the armed forces that certifies you are expected to be discharged/released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after you submit the certification).
--Displaced Federal employees under ICTAP/CTAP: copy of your most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, tenure, and duty station.
Additional information can be found on our website: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
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.
All applications must be submitted by email to R10_ORC_Hiring@epa.gov and received by 11:59 Eastern time on 01/30/2020. Applications should include “Attorney Application” in the subject line of the message and must include a cover letter expressing your interest in the position; a resume highlighting specific experience; a transcript of grades from an accredited law school (copies acceptable); proof of current state bar membership (a copy of your state bar membership card); name, address and telephone numbers of three references, including a current or former employer; a telephone number; and an email address. Materials must be postmarked by 11:59P.M. EST of the closing date of this announcement.
You can track the progress of your application package via your USAJOBS account. You will receive an acknowledgement from USAJOBS that your submission was successful once we have received your online occupational questionnaire, resume, and any supporting documentation. You will be notified of the status of your application via your USAJOBS account after we conduct a qualification review of your complete application package. You will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses through reference and/or background check, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the human resources office posting this announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/556674400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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