About this role
Job SummaryThe U.S. International Trade Commission is an independent Federal agency that provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; investigates and makes determinations in proceedings involving imports claimed to injure a domestic industry or violate U.S. intellectual property rights; and maintains the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
QualificationsApplicants must meet all of the qualification requirements, including education and any selective placement factors described below by the closing date of this announcement. Education may only be substituted in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order to be credited towards qualifications. Applicants must have the general and specialized experience outlined below which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. To be hired as an Supervisory Attorney with us, you must: possess at least a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association; AND currently be a member in good standing of the Bar of a state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. In addition to meeting the basic qualification requirements above, applicants must have a minimum of one full year of specialized experience at the GS-14 or equivalent level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience analyzing financial statements against industry standards; preparing documents and/or testimony for use by higher-level officials in their interactions with other agencies/organizations who have authority to review an agency's financial statements and programs; participating in the review of business processes associated with producing internal audits; and, utilizing transaction security requirements in the conduct of duties. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). 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.
Major DutiesThis position serves as Counsel to the Inspector General and the Assistant Inspector General for Investigations (AIGI). The position will also serve as the senior counsel and assistant to the Inspector General on all investigative matters concerning the Office of the Inspector General (OIG). This role has dual responsibilities. First, the incumbent is responsible for all legal work including reviewing the work products of OIG staff engaged in audits, inspections, and evaluations to ensure the accurate presentation of facts, legal sufficiency of documents and reports, and the soundness of any findings, advice, and recommendations. Second, the incumbent is responsible for the OIG's investigative function, which includes planning, organizing, and conducting all investigations arising under the jurisdiction of the Inspector General Act. This includes: Serving as the principal legal advisor and assistant to the Inspector General for all investigation matters concerning the Commission. Providing operational oversight of the legal and investigation functions within the OIG, including ensuring legal guidance and documents are properly presented and maintained, investigations are properly planned and executed. Conducting criminal and administrative investigations. Coordinating with federal, state, and local, civil and criminal prosecution authorities, enforcement agencies, and officials. Overseeing for the OIG Hotline program, review Hotline reports and recommend appropriate action, and respond to Hotline reports as necessary. Assisting the Inspector General and the other OIG staff with fieldwork on audits, inspections, and evaluations of the USITC programs and operations. Developing and facilitating training sessions for USITC employees and contractors designed to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse and develop and conduct outreach efforts to the USITC program and operations offices, as appropriate. Performing other duties as assigned.