Attorney-Adviser (Transactional)

The office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) was established to manage and administer federal loan programs for the U.S. Department of Energy. Conducting timely research and provide clear written guidance regarding regulatory issues related to EDF's operations, policies and procedures. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including inter-agency partners, on adherence to and implementation of statutory and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Basic Requirements:
All applicants MUST:

1. Meet the minimum education requirements of successful completion of a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) with a professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.); AND
2. Must be a current, active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

GS-15 Qualifications:

• Four years of professional (attorney) legal experience and active membership in a state or District of Columbia bar and advanced educational attainments that clearly indicate the ability to independently perform complex legal work.; AND
• One additional year of professional (attorney) experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to that of an attorney at a level of difficulty comparable to the GS-14 level in the Federal service.

GS-14 Qualifications:

• Three years of professional (attorney) legal experience and active membership in a state or District of Columbia bar and advanced educational attainments that clearly indicate the ability to independently perform complex legal work.; AND
• One additional year of professional (attorney) experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to that of an attorney at a level of difficulty comparable to the GS-13 level in the Federal service.

GS-13 Qualifications:

• One year of professional (attorney) legal experience and active membership in a state or District of Columbia bar and advanced educational attainments that clearly indicate the ability to independently perform complex legal work.; AND
• One additional year of professional (attorney) experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to that of an attorney at a level of difficulty comparable to the GS-12 level in the Federal service.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps 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.

Responsibilities:

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The office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) was established to manage and administer federal loan programs for the U.S. Department of Energy. Currently, these federal loan programs are: Title 17, authorized under Title XVII of the Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 2005 (as amended).

Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (ATVM) Loan Program, authorized by Section 136 of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (as amended). Tribal Energy Loan Guarantee Program (TELGP), authorized by Section 2602 of the Energy Policy Act of 1992, as amended by EPAct and other. Carbon Dioxide Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (CIFIA), Other federal credit programs as assigned by the Secretary of Energy.

At the full performance Attorney-Adviser (Transactional), GS-0905-15, you will:

• Provide expert legal analysis and opinions for complex issues affecting DOE's loan programs.
• Represent DOE in external and internal discussions with various governmental and industry stakeholders.
• Draft and advise on legal policies and strategies for litigation and enforcement.
• Conduct legal research to develop solutions for undefined legal or policy areas.
• Review and comment on proposed legislation and regulatory activities.
• Offer legal counsel on administrative policy and program operations to DOE leadership.

Salary : $121,785