Supervisory Attorney-Advisor (General) Job at US Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations
US Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations Groton, CT
Duties
- You will provide consultation, advice, assistance and limited scope representation to the following:
- Active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their dependents; retired members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their dependents; and others entitled by statute or regulation to military legal assistance.
- You will ensure all legal assistance services provided by staff, such as legal advice and documents, are accurate, timely, responsive, comprehensive, and comply with legal requirements, office standards, and where implicated, Navy regulations.
- You will serve as a supervisory attorney over new Judge Advocates, legalmen, and civilian paralegal staff who work in the Legal Assistance Office.
- You will remain current on state laws within the RLSOs geographic AOR to ensure a high level of competency.
- You will provide training and subject matter mentoring for all assigned legal assistance personnel to proficiently perform a wide range of legal and paralegal duties. Assist newly reporting personnel with completing their training requirements.
- You will serve as an information clearinghouse for legal assistance staff
- You will stay current on new developments affecting the provision of legal assistance services; maintain a current log of pertinent federal, state, local and Navy references, instructions and regulations.
- You will regularly communicate and disseminate new information to other legal assistance staff across the regions AOR.
- You will establish and maintain an effective preventative law program by developing materials and programs to educate Service members and their families about the availability of legal services.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
- Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
- Male applicants born after Dec. 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service law (see http://www.sss.gov/).
- Per the preliminary nationwide injunction on E.O. 14043, COVID-19 vaccinations will not be implemented or enforced. For more information on vaccine status and workplace safety protocol requirements see Additional Information below.
- Supervisors in the executive branch have a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. You will be required to review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- You may be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period.
- See Qualifications, Education, Additional Information, and Required Documents for additional requirements.
Qualifications
An official certificate issued within the past 3 months showing the applicant is a member in good standing of the Bar of the state in which they are applying or sufficient proof that the same has been requested with the appropriate licensing authority. Additionally, a Certificate or Letter of Good Standing with the Bar of the state of which they are applying that was issued within the past 3 months must be presented to the hiring manager within 15 calendar days of notification of selection.
Must have a J.D. Degree from an ABA accredited law school, be a member in good standing of the bar of the state in which you are applying, and have a minimum of three years post-law school legal experience as either a military judge advocate or in private practice providing representation and legal assistance services concerning at least three of the following core subject areas:
- Wills and estates, real property renters' rights, Service members Civil Relief Act (SCRA), Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), immigration and naturalization, real property purchases, sales, and leases, civil suits, taxes, nonsupport and indebtedness, consumer affairs, deployment/mobilization preparation, step-parent adoptions and name changes, domestic relations, including divorces, legal separation, annulment, custody, protective orders, child support, spousal support, paternity, and guardianships, disaster relief support and advice, and after receiving appropriate training, exceptional family member program legal services.
Education
Must possess a J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school.
Additional information
COVID VACCINATION INFORMATION: To comply with the recent preliminary nationwide injunction on Executive Order 14043, Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees, the Department of the Navy is not taking any action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. New hires will need to provide their vaccination status as well as comply with workplace safety protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period, must have or be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance, and meet all certification requirements (depending on the position to be filled) prior to appointment. This position may require successful completion of a physical examination and/or pre-employment drug test.
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
Relocation expenses are NOT authorized.
A recruitment incentive may be authorized if the agency has determined that this position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive.
Several vacancies may be filled.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.
The Department of Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.
The Department of Navy provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.
Benefits
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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.
In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.
Eligible applicants will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of the experience or related education as reflected in their resume. Candidates are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show possession of knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position, the technical skills to successfully perform the duties of the position, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.
If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.
If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.
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.
Review our benefits
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.
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.
1. Resume showing relevant experience and a cover letter that addresses the evaluation criteria of this position. Resume should also include the following:
- Vacancy Job Announcement Number.
- Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers. (Do NOT include your SSN or personal photo on your resume.)
- Country of citizenship.
- Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received.
- Information about your paid and nonpaid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary.
- You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
- Current federal government employees should indicate their current GS and step level or equivalent grade and salary.
3. Certificate of Good Standing issued within the past 3 months showing the applicant is a member in good standing of the Bar of the state in which they are applying. or sufficient proof that the same has been requested with the appropriate licensing authority.
4. Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
Veterans Preference Documentation:
If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you do not have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.
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. (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/)
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.
Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents contain personal information such as SSN and DOB and some documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove said personal information before you submit your application. You must provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected.
Upon selection the following documents will be requested:- An official transcript of the applicant's law school record together with an official statement of his/her relative standing in his/her class. However, if the individual has been a member of the Bar for 5 years or more, the transcript requirement may be waived.
- An official statement that his/her fitness to practice law or his/her conduct as an attorney have never been challenged. If either his/her fitness or conduct has been challenged, an official statement concerning the facts and circumstances together with any explanation that the applicant himself/herself may wish to submit.
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
Interested Applicants must submit all required documents to the Point of Contact for the position in the state of interest:
Pensacola, FL: Ms. Shelia DeLosSantos at Shelia.delossantos@navy.mil
Groton, CT: CDR Cara Hoy at cara.a.hoy.mil@us.navy.mil
Norfolk, VA: Maryann Stampfli at maryann.m.stampfli.mil@us.navy.mil
Facsimile applications will not be considered.
All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer.
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant.
Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Region Legal Service Office Southeast (Pensacola, FL position)
Phone: (904) 542-1390
Address:
Region Legal Service Office Southeast
BLDG 4, Ranger Street
Naval Air Station, Jacksonville, FL 32212-0116
Email: Shelia.delossantos@navy.mil
Region Legal Service Office Mid-Atlantic (Norfolk, VA position)
Phone: (860) 694-4632
Address:
Region Legal Service Office, Mid-Atlantic
9620 Maryland Ave., Suite 201, Norfolk, VA 23511
Email: maryann.m.stampfli.mil@us.navy.mil
Region Legal Service Office Mid-Atlantic (Groton, CT position)
Phone: (757) 341-4494
Address:
Legal Assistance Department Head
Region Legal Service Office, Mid-Atlantic
9620 Maryland Ave., Suite 201, Norfolk, VA 23511
Email: cara.a.hoy.mil@us.navy.mil
Agency contact information
Shelia DeLosSantos
Phone
(904) 542-4584
Email
shelia.delossantos@navy.mil
Address
RLSO SE JACKSONVILLE
PO Box 116
Jacksonville, FL 32212
USNext steps
Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
Our evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.
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
Required Documents
1. Resume showing relevant experience and a cover letter that addresses the evaluation criteria of this position. Resume should also include the following:
- Vacancy Job Announcement Number.
- Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers. (Do NOT include your SSN or personal photo on your resume.)
- Country of citizenship.
- Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received.
- Information about your paid and nonpaid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary.
- You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
- Current federal government employees should indicate their current GS and step level or equivalent grade and salary.
3. Certificate of Good Standing issued within the past 3 months showing the applicant is a member in good standing of the Bar of the state in which they are applying. or sufficient proof that the same has been requested with the appropriate licensing authority.
4. Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
Veterans Preference Documentation:
If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you do not have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.
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. (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/)
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.
Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents contain personal information such as SSN and DOB and some documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove said personal information before you submit your application. You must provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected.
- An official transcript of the applicant's law school record together with an official statement of his/her relative standing in his/her class. However, if the individual has been a member of the Bar for 5 years or more, the transcript requirement may be waived.
- An official statement that his/her fitness to practice law or his/her conduct as an attorney have never been challenged. If either his/her fitness or conduct has been challenged, an official statement concerning the facts and circumstances together with any explanation that the applicant himself/herself may wish to submit.
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.
This job is open to
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
U.S. Citizens
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