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Staff Attorney
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U.S. Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel
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The Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel (SOLC) is responsible for drafting and editing nearly all legislation considered by the Senate. The SOLC is a nonpartisan and nonpolitical office of the Senate, comprised of approximately 45 attorneys who serve all Members, committees, and staff of the Senate. An SOLC Staff Attorney works as part of a team of 7 to 8 other attorneys who specialize in various areas of Federal law, with assistance and mentoring provided by a more senior attorney.
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Summary
The Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel (SOLC) is responsible for drafting and editing nearly all legislation considered by the Senate. The SOLC is a nonpartisan and nonpolitical office of the Senate, comprised of approximately 45 attorneys who serve all Members, committees, and staff of the Senate. An SOLC Staff Attorney works as part of a team of 7 to 8 other attorneys who specialize in various areas of Federal law, with assistance and mentoring provided by a more senior attorney.
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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $102,415 - $102,415 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Promotion potential 15
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
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 Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number DE-13075781-26-LLO Control number 887477900
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Duties
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The position of Staff Attorney is full-time, with substantial evening and weekend overtime occasionally required to serve the needs of the Senate.
The responsibilities of an SOLC Staff Attorney include the following:
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
Before joining the Office as a Staff Attorney, an applicant must be a graduate of an ABA-accredited law school. Not later than 1 year after joining the Office, a Staff Attorney must be a member in good standing of a State bar.
Qualifications
Hiring Criteria - A Staff Attorney applicant must satisfy the following minimum requirements:
Education
See Qualifications for requirements.
Additional information
Veterans Preference Applicants: Hiring for this position within the SOLC will be governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (Public Law 105-339; 112 Stat. 3182) (VEOA), including referenced provisions of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1301 et seq.) (CAA). Pursuant to the VEOA, certain veterans (and certain family members of those veterans) (eligible individuals) may, if qualified for the applicable position, be eligible to receive a preference in hiring decisions.
To be eligible to receive such a preference, an applicant must meet all of the requirements set forth in the VEOA and applicable regulations. Those eligibility requirements are summarized in the SOLCs Veterans Preference Document Submission Form (https://sen.gov/KXMJ4).
If claiming such a preference, an applicant must submit the Veterans Preference Application (https://sen.gov/LVNK7), along with the specified supporting documentation. This information is intended solely for use in connection with the SOLCs obligations and efforts to provide preference to eligible individuals in accordance with the VEOA. If the SOLC does not receive the Veterans Preference Application and supporting documentation by the closing date specified in this announcement, the claim by the applicant for the preference will be denied.
An applicant may obtain a copy of the SOLC veterans preference policy summary by submitting a written request to vetrecruiting@slc.senate.gov. Identification of disabled veteran status relating to the veterans preference is requested on a voluntary basis. The status of an individual as a disabled veteran and any information regarding a disability, including the medical condition and history of an individual, will be kept confidential and will be collected, maintained, and used only in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.), as made applicable by section 102(a)(3) of the CAA (2 U.S.C. 1302(a)(3)). An applicant who declines to provide information regarding disabled veteran status will not be subjected to adverse treatment, but may be ruled ineligible for a veterans preference as a disabled veteran.
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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
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A Staff Attorney receives a starting salary of $102,415, with competitive increases in salary similar to those provided under the Attorney Generals Honors Program. The SOLC is committed to furthering the professional development of its employees throughout their careers with the SOLC and to providing a positive work-life balance. To the extent funding and the needs of the Senate allow, the SOLC currently offers its employees the following:
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The Staff Attorney position is filled on the basis of demonstrated academic achievement, writing ability, work experience (including employment outside of the legal profession), and in-person or video interviews.
Benefits
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A Staff Attorney receives a starting salary of $102,415, with competitive increases in salary similar to those provided under the Attorney Generals Honors Program. The SOLC is committed to furthering the professional development of its employees throughout their careers with the SOLC and to providing a positive work-life balance. To the extent funding and the needs of the Senate allow, the SOLC currently offers its employees the following:
Required documents
Required Documents
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The application for the Staff Attorney position requires a cover letter, a resume, an unofficial law school transcript, and a writing sample demonstrating legal research and analysis of not more than 10 pages.
The writing sample should be solely written by the applicant and not published under the name of any other person.
Your cover letter, resume, or transcript should clearly provide your law school class rank or estimated class standing, or any information regarding class standing that your law school provides.
See How to Apply for instructions.
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
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Please submit an application through https://sen.gov/JQL26.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email recruiting@slc.senate.gov Address US Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel
668 Dirksen Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
US
Next steps
We will review your application and qualifications and will contact you if further information is needed or to arrange an interview. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified.
The Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel is an equal opportunity employer. The Office reserves the right to conduct a background check before final selection, including a reference check, Internet name searches, and a criminal background check.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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The application for the Staff Attorney position requires a cover letter, a resume, an unofficial law school transcript, and a writing sample demonstrating legal research and analysis of not more than 10 pages.
The writing sample should be solely written by the applicant and not published under the name of any other person.
Your cover letter, resume, or transcript should clearly provide your law school class rank or estimated class standing, or any information regarding class standing that your law school provides.
See How to Apply for instructions.
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
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Please submit an application through https://sen.gov/JQL26.
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Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email recruiting@slc.senate.gov Address US Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel
668 Dirksen Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
US
Next steps
We will review your application and qualifications and will contact you if further information is needed or to arrange an interview. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified.
The Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel is an equal opportunity employer. The Office reserves the right to conduct a background check before final selection, including a reference check, Internet name searches, and a criminal background check.
Expand Hide next steps
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Senate
Are you interested in working in a collegial, career Federal office providing nonpartisan drafting assistance to the U.S. Senate? The United States Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel is interviewing for our Staff Attorney position (starting date to be determined; rising 3Ls welcome to apply).
Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email recruiting@slc.senate.gov Address US Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel
668 Dirksen Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
US
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Learn more about what its like to work at Senate, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.
https://www.slc.senate.gov/careers/
Summary
The Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel (SOLC) is responsible for drafting and editing nearly all legislation considered by the Senate. The SOLC is a nonpartisan and nonpolitical office of the Senate, comprised of approximately 45 attorneys who serve all Members, committees, and staff of the Senate. An SOLC Staff Attorney works as part of a team of 7 to 8 other attorneys who specialize in various areas of Federal law, with assistance and mentoring provided by a more senior attorney.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $102,415 - $102,415 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Promotion potential 15
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
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 Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number DE-13075781-26-LLO Control number 887477900
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