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If you are ready to be part of an organization dedicated to serving our Nation, consider a career with the Department of Energy Office of Inspector General.
The Department of Energy OIG is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill its Senior Counsel for Legislative Affairs position in the immediate office of the Inspector General. Bring your extensive legislative affairs experience to support the mission of strengthening the integrity, economy, and efficiency of the Department's programs.
09/30/2024 to 10/28/2024
$147,649 - $221,900 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
Open to all U.S. Citizens or nationals
As the Senior Counsel to the Inspector General (Legislative Affairs) you will:
Basic Education Requirement: Applicants must possess a JD degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have an LLM (Master of Laws) degree or other graduate law degree in addition to a JD).
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For additional info, refer to the U.S. Network for Education Information.
You will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications, if selected. An official transcript must be sent directly from the University's Registrar's office and must be provided from the institution awarding the degree. Academic transcripts certified by notary publics are NOT official. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to reporting to work as a condition of employment. Failure to submit official transcripts may be grounds for dismissal or rescission of the job offer.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be rated and ranked using only the information submitted for consideration.
Applicants will be evaluated on their narrative responses to the PTQs. The narrative must demonstrate the necessary level of skills, specialized knowledge, and technical competence that would indicate success at this level and must include clear and concise examples that emphasize the applicant's level of responsibilities, scope, and complexity.
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you fail to submit required documentation before the announcement closes, you will be rated "ineligible."
You must submit:
Pages submitted in excess of the limits described above will not be considered. Substituting pages for other required documents in the application is not acceptable (e.g., submitting only a four-page resume but adding an additional page to address a PTQ).
Do not use borders, provide photos or list a Social Security Number or date of birth on any attachment. We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions.
If you are selected for this position, you may be asked to provide additional documentation to verify your responses.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you fail to submit required documentation before the announcement closes, you will be rated "ineligible."
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.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required items specified in the Required Documents section. You must submit a complete application online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration. We will not accept faxed or e-mailed applications or resumes. Extension requests for extensions will not be granted, unless required by law.
All statements made in this application are subject to investigation and any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for disqualification and loss of consideration. If your resume does not support the responses in your application questionnaire, or if you fail to submit required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible' or 'not qualified'.
The application process is as follows:
You may check your application status any time after the announcement closes. USAJOBS has added an alert setting to the system to drive status updates notification for applicants. We recommend that you update your USAJOBS profile to receive these status updates via email after the announcement closes. We will continue to update your status on-line as changes are made. Applicants who meet the mandatory PTQs will be evaluated by a panel of senior executives. Failure to meet all qualifications automatically disqualifies an applicant. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.
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/811899600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Join a dynamic team focused on improving the Department of Energy
Charged with addressing energy, environmental and nuclear challenges focused on ensuring America's security and prosperity, the Department of Energy achieves its mission through transformative science and technology solutions. Operations critical in meetings its mission span across nearly every state and tackle some of the most complex issues related to scientific innovation, national security, radioactive waste management, nuclear facility operations, emergency management, cybersecurity, environmental protection and stewardship, physical security, and much more.
The Office of Inspector General is an independent office within Department of Energy focused on strengthening the integrity, economy and efficiency of the Department's programs and operations. Without sufficient OIG oversight, the Department is susceptible to financial loss, national security breaches, and failures in programs that are designed to ensure nuclear, energy, and supply chain independence and resilience.
The OIG offers potential for advancement, a full range of Federal benefits, numerous training opportunities, and a flexible schedule, depending on position requirements. The OIG employes over 300 auditors, criminal investigators, inspectors, attorneys, and professional support personnel located in 13 states throughout the U.S. Please visit our website at http://www.ig.energy.gov/, https://www.energy.gov/ig/mission.
