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Attorney Advisor

Washington, DC Other
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026
The Attorney Advisor position is in the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, Department of Administrative Services, Facilities and Security Office, Security and Facilities Policy Staff (SFPS). SFPS provides legal, policy, and analytical support; coordinates the development and communication of polices and guidance; and monitors and assesses the impact of legislative activities for the security and space and facilities programs.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions.

Bar Membership: Applicants must currently be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or a federal court of general jurisdiction. Applicants are responsible for citing minimum qualifications such as J.D. and bar membership information (institution name, state(s) for bar, and dates) on their respective resumes. Failure to supply details will constitute an incomplete application. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Post J.D. Experience: Applicants must also possess at least 2 years of post J.D. experience.

Specialized Experience: Subsequent to graduation from law school, applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience must demonstrate experience in ALL areas defined below:
  • Providing legal advice and guidance on a broad range of issues, procedures, and/or legislative matters as a practicing attorney for the federal government or private sector.
  • Providing advice on complex legal and policy matters, such as regulatory compliance and program administration.
Highly Desired:
  • Experience serving as a federal law clerk.
  • Familiarity with the federal court system.
  • Familiarity with the court administration and operations.

Salary : $102,415

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