DoD Office of General Counsel

**ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSED** 🚨 Join Our Team! 🚨 Staff Director, Military Justice Support Group, Supervisory (GS-15) Defense Legal Services Agency Salary: $163,964 – $191,900 per year Open & Closing Dates: January 6, 2025 – January 17, 2025   The Defense Legal Services Agency is seeking a highly qualified individual for the role of Staff Director, Military Justice Support Group, Supervisory GS-15. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a team of professionals in support of the Military Justice Review Panel (MJRP) and the Defense Advisory Committee on Investigation, Prosecution, and Defense of Sexual Assault in the Armed Forces (DAC-IPAD). Key Responsibilities: ✅ Lead a professional staff of attorneys, paralegals, and data analysts. ✅ Provide expert legal advice on military and civilian criminal law and criminal investigations. ✅ Conduct comparative analyses of various criminal justice and investigation systems. ✅ Ensure compliance with all laws, rules, and procedures governing advisory committees. ✅ Produce timely, high-quality reports and correspondence. Mentor and supervise a team of legal professionals.   Qualifications: ✅ Active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. Territory. ✅ Proven leader with significant initiative and superior interpersonal skills. ✅ Well-versed in military justice and committed to promoting equal employment opportunity and diversity.   Reporting Line: - Reports to the Deputy General Counsel for Personnel and Health Policy, and through the Deputy General Counsel and Principal Deputy General Counsel, to the General Counsel of the Department of Defense.   Application Details: Deadline: January 17, 2025 To Apply: Email your resume to osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil with the subject line “Resume File: [APPLICANT’S LAST NAME, FIRST NAME]”. Please reference this position in the body of your email.   Be part of an impactful team and contribute to the high-visibility work of the DoD!   Apply Today!   #DefenseJobs #LegalCareers #MilitaryJustice #LeadershipOpportunity #EqualEmployment #DoDJobs

**ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSED** 🌍  Exciting Career Opportunity! 🌍 Attorney-Advisor (up to GS-15) DoD Office of General Counsel – International Affairs Location: Pentagon, Arlington, VA Telework Eligible: Yes Open & Closing Dates: December 31, 2024 – January 10, 2025   The Department of Defense Office of General Counsel (DoD OGC) is looking for a highly qualified Attorney-Advisor to join our International Affairs Division. This is an incredible opportunity for legal professionals passionate about international affairs and defense.   Responsibilities: ✅ Advising the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy ✅ Collaborating closely with senior counsel throughout DoD and the U.S. Government ✅ Leading in areas such as: ✅ Law of armed conflict ✅ War crimes ✅ War powers ✅ Security cooperation and assistance ✅Arms control ✅Non-proliferation and cooperative threat reduction ✅UN Security Council mandates including sanctions ✅Status of forces agreements ✅International cooperative research and development programs ✅International litigation ✅Law of outer space ✅International agreements ✅Homeland defense ✅Defense support for civil authorities Advising on the planning and conduct of military operations in all domains, including outer space and cyber space.   Application Details: To Apply: Email your resume to osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil with the subject line “Resume File: [APPLICANT’S LAST NAME, FIRST NAME]”. Please reference this position in the body of your email.   Join us in shaping the future of international defense law! Apply Today!   #DefenseJobs #LegalCareers #InternationalLaw #DoD #CareerOpportunity #AttorneyAdvisor #ApplyNow

**ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSED** 🌍  Exciting Career Opportunity! 🌍 Attorney-Advisor (up to GS-15) DoD Office of General Counsel – International Affairs Location: Pentagon, Arlington, VA Telework Eligible: Yes Open & Closing Dates: December 31, 2024 – January 10, 2025   The Department of Defense Office of General Counsel (DoD OGC) is looking for a highly qualified Attorney-Advisor to join our International Affairs Division. This is an incredible opportunity for legal professionals passionate about international affairs and defense.   Responsibilities: ✅ Advising the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy ✅ Collaborating closely with senior counsel throughout DoD and the U.S. Government ✅ Leading in areas such as: ✅ Law of armed conflict ✅ War crimes ✅ War powers ✅ Security cooperation and assistance ✅Arms control ✅Non-proliferation and cooperative threat reduction ✅UN Security Council mandates including sanctions ✅Status of forces agreements ✅International cooperative research and development programs ✅International litigation ✅Law of outer space ✅International agreements ✅Homeland defense ✅Defense support for civil authorities Advising on the planning and conduct of military operations in all domains, including outer space and cyber space.   Application Details: To Apply: Email your resume to osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil with the subject line “Resume File: [APPLICANT’S LAST NAME, FIRST NAME]”. Please reference this position in the body of your email.   Join us in shaping the future of international defense law! Apply Today!   #DefenseJobs #LegalCareers #InternationalLaw #DoD #CareerOpportunity #AttorneyAdvisor #ApplyNow

**ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSED** 🚨 Job Opportunity: Public Notice for Supervisory Attorney-Adviser (Program Manager) – GS15 🚨 Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) Location: Pentagon, Arlington, VA Telework Eligible: Yes Salary: $163,964 – $191,900 per year Open & Closing Dates: December 26, 2024 – January 10, 2025   The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) is dedicated to providing the fullest possible accounting for our missing personnel from our Nation's past conflicts to their families and our Nation. We're searching for a Supervisory Attorney-Adviser (Program Manager) to join our mission-driven team.   Key Responsibilities:   ✅ Serve as the General Counsel and Deputy Designated Agency Ethics Official for DPAA.   ✅ Provide expert legal advice on past conflict personnel accounting issues.   ✅ Offer legal counsel across a wide range of areas, including international, operational, personnel, ethics, administrative, acquisition, criminal, intelligence, labor, and fiscal law.   ✅ Administer and oversee the DPAA Ethics Program.   ✅ Supervise and mentor the DPAA Office of General Counsel staff.   ✅ Provide legal oversight of fiscal, procurement, and financial assistance award aspects.   Join us in making a meaningful impact by accounting for our missing DoD personnel from our Nation’s past conflicts. This is an opportunity to contribute to a noble cause and support the DPAA mission.   Apply Now!  👉 https://lnkd.in/e_J3R4PC

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**ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSED** 📢 Join Our Team: General Attorney at DAC-IPAD 📢 General Attorney, Defense Advisory Committee on Investigation, Prosecution, and Defense of Sexual Assault in the Armed Forces (DAC-IPAD) Location: Arlington, VA Pay Grade: AD-00 (Temporary) Telework Eligible: Yes Open & Closing Dates: December 19, 2024 – December 31, 2024 We’re hiring a General Attorney for the Defense Advisory Committee on Investigation, Prosecution, and Defense of Sexual Assault in the Armed Forces (DAC-IPAD), AD-00 (Temporary). As legal counsel, you’ll support high-visibility, high-priority work, conducting comprehensive research and comparative analyses of military and civilian criminal justice systems. Your role will ensure compliance with all applicable laws, and you’ll be responsible for producing high-quality reports and correspondence. Key Responsibilities: ✅ Conduct legal research and comparative analyses. ✅ Ensure compliance with advisory committee laws and procedures. ✅ Produce high-quality written reports and correspondence. ✅ Organize research, hearings, site visits, interviews, and briefings. Requirements: ✅ Must be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, the District of Columbia, or a Territory, Commonwealth, or Possession of the United States. ✅ Should be well-versed in military justice. ✅ Must be fully committed to promoting and respecting equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. ✅ Must have superior interpersonal skills. 👉Apply by December 31, 2024. Email your resume to osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil with the subject line “Resume File: [APPLICANT’S LAST NAME, FIRST NAME]” and reference the position in the email body. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/e6R4dF5u. Join us in supporting the DAC-IPAD’s vital mission!

**ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSED** 🚨 Job Opportunity: Public Notice for Attorney-Advisor (General) – GS15 🚨 Department of Defense, Office of the General Counsel (OGC) Environment, Energy, and Installations (EE&I) Location: Pentagon, Arlington, VA Salary: $163,964 – $191,900 per year Open & Closing Dates: December 9, 2024 – December 23, 2024   We are excited to announce a Public Notice for the position of Attorney-Advisor (General). As a staff attorney for the Department on energy programs and policies, provides legal advice and support to Department clients on energy security and reliability, energy use and priorities as directed by the Secretary, as well as related environmental compliance, real property, and litigation. Here are the typical work assignments for this position:   Duties:   ✅ Handles litigation within the purview of the Office of the Deputy General Counsel (Environment, Energy and Installations). The incumbent will handle highly classified (TOP SECRET/SCI) cases.   ✅ Provides legal advice and services to the Secretary of Defense and OSD staff concerning operational aspects of a wide variety of federal, state, and local environmental laws, regulations, and policies concerning environmental programs.   ✅ Drafts, reviews, and analyzes for legal sufficiency Department of Defense-level operations, plans, policies, regulations, directives and instructions, memoranda, and correspondence, as requested.   ✅ Manages all litigation with Department-wide impact involving matters within assigned areas. Coordinates litigation support with appropriate Military Departments and Defense Agencies.   This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team and contribute to impactful legal work. Please read the Public Notice in its entirety before submitting your application for consideration. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the “How to Apply” section of the USAJOBS announcement.   Apply now to be part of a mission-driven team! https://lnkd.in/emEAGjYW

**ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSED** 📢 Job Opportunity: Associate General Counsel (Contract Litigation) 📢 The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) Office of General Counsel is seeking an acquisition attorney (GS-13/14) to serve as Associate General Counsel (Contract Litigation) at our Headquarters in Fort Belvoir, VA. About DCAA: DCAA's primary function is to conduct contract audits on behalf of DoD and other Federal agencies. These audits ensure that defense contractors' financial representations are accurate, and that contract costs are allowable, allocable, and reasonable. DCAA's financial oversight ensures the best value for every dollar spent on defense contracts. Key Duties: ✅ Serve as liaison between DCAA and trial attorneys from USDOJ, DoD, and other Federal agencies in contract litigation involving DCAA audits. ✅ Provide legal advice to support DCAA audits and operations. ✅ Offer litigation support services to assist in defending and prosecuting claims involving DCAA contract audits. ✅ Provide legal advice on procurement law, fiscal law, information disclosures, real estate claims, and Federal ethics. ✅ Evaluate existing and proposed legislation, regulations, and policies impacting DCAA’s mission. Key Competencies: 1. Experience providing legal advice in Federal sector contract and fiscal law. 2. Experience litigating contract matters or managing litigation before Boards of Contract Appeals, COFC, Federal Circuit, or GAO. 3. Strong relationships with senior military or civilian leaders of Federal agencies, such as USDOJ, GSA, GAO, and DoD Components. How to Apply: Interested candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to the DoD OGC Resume bank (osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil) by December 22, 2024. Please cc Mr. Jason Besser (dcaa.belvoir.hq.mesg.ogc@mail.mil) and indicate the position you are applying for (DCAA AGC-Contracts) and the GS level (GS-13 or GS-14, or both). Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Join us and contribute to the critical mission of ensuring the best value in defense contracts!

** ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSED** 📢 Job Opportunity: Senior Associate General Counsel (Ethics & Fiscal) 📢 The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) Office of General Counsel is seeking a Senior Attorney (GS-15) to serve as Senior Associate General Counsel (Ethics and Fiscal Law) at DCAA Headquarters in Fort Belvoir, VA. This role involves: ✅Serving as Deputy Designated Agency Ethics Official (DDAEO) ✅ Managing the DCAA ethics program and advising senior officials ✅ Providing key legal advice, ethics guidance, and training on DoD standards of conduct, outside activities, gifts, and financial interests ✅ Overseeing financial disclosure reporting, reviewing public reports (OGE 278), and certifying confidential reports (OGE 450) ✅ Representing DCAA with the DoD Standards of Conduct Office, U.S. Office of Government Ethics, and DLSA ✅ Providing legal and policy advice on fiscal and procurement matters Key Competencies: 1. Knowledge of Federal ethics and fiscal laws, regulations, and policies applicable to DoD 2. Experience analyzing and applying legal standards to minimize risk while furthering agency missions 3. Ability to manage legal programs, especially ethics and financial disclosure reporting programs 4. Strong oral and written communication skills 5. Ability to develop and deliver legal training 6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively to deliver efficient legal services Desired: Experience with developing internal controls, mentoring, and familiarity with DoD. How to Apply: Interested candidates should forward a resume and cover letter to the DoD OGC Resume bank (osd.pentagon.ogc.mbx.dodogcresumebank@mail.mil) by December 22, 2024. Please state the position you are applying for (DCAA SAGC-E&F) and cc Mr. Jason Besser (dcaa.belvoir.hq.mesg.ogc@mail.mil).

**ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSED** 📢 Exciting Career Opportunity: Public Notice for Attorney-Adviser at DoD OGC 📢 Join the Department of Defense Office of General Counsel as an Attorney-Adviser at the Pentagon! Competitive salary, impactful work. Apply by December 23, 2024. 🔗 Apply Now Today!