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The incumbent participates with and assists the General Counsel in managing the office responsible for rendering counsel and advice to the Director, NSF Management officials, and agency staff on legal and policy issues. The incumbent will apply a wide range of legal knowledge, expertise, and judgment to all phases of the Foundation's operations, including grants and contracts, ethics, appropriations law, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act, Federal personnel law, intellectual property (including rights in data), environmental law, and export controls. Additionally, the incumbent supervises highly skilled and experienced attorneys and support staff, represents the General Counsel at senior-level interagency meetings, and serves as Acting General Counsel during the absence of the General Counsel.
Key Requirements:
Please refer to the Qualifications section.
The Senior Executive Service (SES) covers managerial positions above GS-15 in the Federal Service. Persons appointed to the SES are eligible for health benefits, life insurance, social security, Federal retirement and thrift savings plan coverage, and participate in the Federal leave system. Competitive status is not required, veteran's preference does not apply and there are no grade restrictions.
Relocation expenses may be paid contingent upon the availability of funds.
Federal Appropriations Law requires that Non-Citizens meet certain eligibility criteria to be considered. Therefore, Non-Citizens must certify eligibility by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application. Non-Citizens who do not provide the affidavit at the time of application will not be considered. Non-Citizens are not eligible for positions requiring a security clearance.
It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment and referral to the Office of Inspector General. Foreign Talent Definitions
Only applications submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be screened for basic eligibility according to the qualification requirements. Eligible applicants will be reviewed by an Evaluation Panel according to the criteria based on the qualification requirements. The best qualified candidates will be referred to the appropriate official who will recommend selection. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, physical disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit reason.
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.
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.
How to Apply
execsrch@nsf.gov
You will receive updates throughout the process notifying you of your status.
You may check the status of your application at any time on the USAJOBS website
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Fair and Transparent
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Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
All new SES members serve a one-year probationary period. Applications will be accepted from all US citizens who meet citizenship and eligibility requirements. Please see the "Other Information" section for further information. US Citizenship Required.
Full Time
$196k-259k (estimate)
04/24/2024
06/23/2024
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