General Attorney US Office of General Counsel Lakewood, CO Job Details Full-time $108,173

• $158,322 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Doctor of Law (JD) Bar Full Job Description Summary As a General Attorney, you will serve as an Attorney-Advisor in the Office of the General Counsel.

Location of position:

Personal Property Division (LP) 1800 F ST NW Washington DC LP provides legal counsel and support regarding issues related to acquisition of personal property and nonpersonal services (contracting operations and acquisition policy), property management/disposal, small business programs, travel/relocation, suspension/debarment, and agency readiness/recovery. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Duties We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed. Provide legal counsel on Federal Government contracts, including transactional matters, contract claims and disputes, as well as a variety of Government contract related subjects such as acquisition policy, information technology and professional services, and litigating bid protests and contract appeals. Provide counsel on contract formation, administration, and termination for various acquisitions and performs legal research, conducts analyses, and prepares legal opinions on novel and complex legal issues. Provide legal advice on a full range of non-acquisition GSA programs including travel and transportation, motor vehicle/fleet management, small business matters, emergency management, personal property management and disposal, suspension and debarment, and other policy-related matters. Advise GSA officials on laws, regulations, proposed legislation, Comptroller General decisions, Civilian Board of Contract Appeals decisions, and opinions of the Office of the General Counsel of such significance that they involve nationwide impact and/or large sums of money. Review and comment on regulations, policies, procedures, orders, and other agency issuances or rulemaking actions, especially those that impact the Federal Acquisition Service. Represent the agency before the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or Agency Protest Official for protests challenging procurements for which the attorney is assigned counsel. Prepare or present the agency position in appeals before the U.S. Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (CBCA), including pleadings, discovery, and recommendations for settlement when appropriate. Provide litigation support to the Department of Justice in representing the Government in Federal court, such as protests before the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. Requirements Conditions of employment US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959 If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

Current or Former Political Appointees:

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve up to a two year trial period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment. Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position. Qualifications To evaluate your qualifications, your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience described. Your resume must not exceed two pages. To ensure your qualifications can be fully evaluated, we recommend including the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume. The GS-13 salary range starts at $108,173. Locality pay will be determined upon selection. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their law school transcript(s) by the closing date of announcements to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. To qualify, you must possess all of the following: A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (at the time of graduation); AND Candidates must be an active member of the Bar in good standing (licensed to practice law) in any State, a Territory of the United States, District of Columbia or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; AND At least two years of professional legal experience acquired after being admitted to the bar.

Education Note:

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Additional information Incumbent may be eligible for appointment to a higher grade in the future, subject to performance, responsibilities and availability of funding. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches. If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved: Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. You will have access to many benefits including: Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) Life insurance coverage with several options Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) Flexible work schedules Transit and child care subsidies Flexible spending accounts Long-term care insurance Training and development Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Candidates' resumes will be used to evaluate their professional legal experience after being admitted to the bar. However, the resume does not constitute the sole source of how you will be evaluated. The candidates' experience will also be assessed during an interview (if applicable), with particular emphasis on the candidate's comprehension of the requirements pertinent to the specific area. While possession of the competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below is preferred, it is not required: Knowledge of acquisition statutes and regulations, including but not limited to the Federal Property and Administrative Service Act of 1949 (as amended), the Competition in Contracting Act, the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act (OFPP Act), the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Skill in written communication using legal research and analysis techniques to draft legal opinions Ability to analyze facts, apply legal principles, and provide advice/opinions on Executive Orders, regulations, strategies, initiatives, and institutional practices. Knowledge of Federal procurement law including government contracting, statutes, regulations, policies and rulemaking procedures as well as procurement case law from the U.S. Court of Appealsfor the Federal Circuit, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals and the Government Accountability Office. Skill in oral communication as an authorized legal representative in both litigation and negotiation. You may preview questions for this vacancy. Required Documents ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.

Resume:

Must not exceed two pages. Refer to the Qualifications section for resume requirements. If you are a current or former political appointee: Submit your SF-50.

Law School transcripts:

This position has a positive education requirement. You must submit a copy of your law school transcript(s).

Transcripts MUST show:

name of the institution, student's name, course work/degree(s) completed/conferred and dates. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education. 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 Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device.

Note:

Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement. Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be accepted by USAJOBS and will prevent your application from moving forward in the hiring process. Please see Required Documents for additional details. Once you have clicked Apply for this position now , you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process. Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.

Note:

Review the

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process). Need Assistance? Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation

• contact or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM
• 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays Specific questions on the position
• contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions.

Be sure to

APPLY EARLY

as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing. Agency contact information Susan Lewis Phone 202-316-9547 Fax 000-000-0000 Email Address GSA, Office of the

General Counsel Servicing HR Office:

Branch D GSA, Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) 1800 F Street, NW Washington, District of Columbia 20405 United States Next steps After the closing date/deadline:

ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS

Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.

REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT

If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.

SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER

If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.

FINAL JOB OFFER

Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.

FINAL COMMUNICATION

Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking "Track this Application" on the Applicant Dashboard. Thank you for your interest in working for the U.S General Services Administration! Overview Accepting applications Location 1 vacancy in the following locations: Lakewood, CO Washington, DC Kansas City, MO Fort Worth, TX Tacoma, WA No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible Yes—This position is full-time in the office. In rare instances, situational telework may be approved on a case-by-case basis. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $108,173

• $158,322 per year If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. Pay scale & grade GS 13 Promotion potential 13 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel
• Occasional travel may be required for training, meetings and/or conferences.

Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series 0905 Attorney Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR) Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure required Yes

• A financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position.

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number

LP-2026-0006

Control number 881503700