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The Postal Regulatory Commission, Office of the General Counsel (OGC) has an exciting opportunity for highly motivated, organized, detail-oriented entry & mid-level attorneys interested in regulatory law related to the postal sector. This 2-year term position may be renewed or converted to a career ladder position, depending on funding availability. Upon successful probationary period completion & conversion to a career ladder position, the position offers full promotion potential up a PRC-7.
Learn more about this agency11/01/2024 to 11/30/2024
$99,200 - $153,354 per year
ZY 4
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Yes—Routine or Remote Work Potential
Not required
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Term
Full-time
Excepted
7
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PRC03-25
817238800
OPEN TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS ** PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A DUPLICATE JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT LINKED TO PRC03-25 VIA JOB CONTROL NUMBER 817238800. Applicants only need to apply under one vacancy announcement for either the Remote or Telework option. **
A General Attorney is expected to complete assignments in accordance with deadlines and expectations provided by the General Counsel and Senior Counsel in the area of General law. The attorney is expected to handle routine assignments independently and, when necessary, seek guidance and advice from a more senior attorney. This position will provide advice on a variety of administrative legal matters typically experienced by a federal agency, which may include: contracts and procurement, employment law, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the Privacy Act of 1974, the E-Government Act of 2002, the Federal Records Act of 1950, and the Sunshine Act, as well as the applicability of Executive Orders or other laws or compliance documents to the Commission.
A General Attorney, PRC-4:
Critical Competencies include:
A minimum of 2 years of legal experience as an attorney practicing in Federal Administrative law. Specific experience should be in one or more of the following areas: Information Law (Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act/records), Federal Employment Law including EEO litigation, Federal Acquisitions, or Fiscal law. |
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated by a screening panel based on evidence of your ability to successfully perform the duties of the position according to the qualifications outlined in this announcement. The panel will forward the appropriate candidates to the General Counsel for further consideration and possible interview.
To be eligible for consideration, your application materials must demonstrate that you have experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of the position described above. Typically, experience will be related to legal or regulatory work at a level similar to this position and may encompass paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work. Volunteer work can help to 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.
In order for your application to be considered complete, the following documents mustbe submitted:
You must apply through the online application system at www.USAJOBS.gov. Follow the prompts to register, answer a few questions, and submit all required documents.
If you already have a USAJOBS account, click "Apply Online" and follow the prompts to attach any additional documents that may be required.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you need reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the Commission's HR office at HR@prc.gov or Sherri Proctor at 202-789-6869. If you have a hearing impairment, you may call the Federal Information Relay Service at 1-800- 877-8339 for assistance in contacting the person named above.
EEO PolicyStatement
The U.S. Postal Regulatory Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Veteran Information
The Commission does not use a formal rating system for applying veteran preference to attorney appointments; however, the Commission does consider veteran preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veteran preference and who wish the Commission to consider it must include that information in their resumes and attach supporting documentation (e.g. DD-214 or other substantiating documents) to their applications. Without this documentation, applicants will not receive veteran preference.
Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail, email, or fax. All applications must be received by 11:59 pm on November 1, 2024.
This vacancy announcement will be open from November 1, 2024 to November 30, 2024 or until 100 applications have been received, whichever occurs first. Complete application packages must be submitted at the time that you apply to receive consideration. Additional documents will not be accepted after the vacancy closes.
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Appropriate candidates will be referred to the General Counsel for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
Prior to any interview, you will be requested to provide a writing sample that demonstrates your ability to describe legal and/or technical concepts clearly, understandably, and persuasively.
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/817238800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Postal Regulatory Commission is an independent establishment of the executive branch created by the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act (PAEA) to provide strengthened oversight of the Postal Service. The five-member bipartisan Commission promotes high quality universal mail service for the American people by ensuring Postal Service transparency, accountability, and compliance with the law. The Commission is the primary regulator of the Postal Service and works to provide appropriate insight into postal rates, finances, and service to stakeholders and the public.
