ATTORNEY-ADVISOR (GENERAL)
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
You MUST have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LLB or JD).In addition, at the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of active status with a bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in active status. Basic Qualification Requirement:
You must meet ALL of the following qualification requirements and provide documentation to support your qualifications (Failure to submit the required documentation will result in you being rated ineligible. See sections on College Transcripts and Foreign Education below for required documentation.):
1. Education:
Have a first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) that is accredited by the American Bar Association. 2. Bar Membership:
Active membership in good standing in the Bar or highest court of a state, or U.S. territory, U.S. commonwealth or District of Columbia; never been disciplined, sanctioned, or had fitness to practice law challenged by any bar or court or a state or territory of the U.S. or District of Columbia (Failure to provide documentation of bar membership and good standing will result in an ineligible rating.) NOTE:
If you have been a bar member for less than five years, a copy of your final law school transcript MUST be uploaded and if available, a statement of relative class standing. 3. Professional
Experience:
You must have professional experience in excess of two (2) years commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of this position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of applicable law pertaining to the specialized areas of legal practice, as determined by the SJA, in order to provide legal advice and counsel to command and management and represent AF interests. 2. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, as it impacts the private individual, to provide personal legal assistance to eligible beneficiaries across the typical range of the AF legal assistance practice. 3. Skill in recognizing and analyzing key legal issues in a factual situation and applying well-reasoned analysis to reach clear, concise conclusions. 4. Ability to research legal issues, analyze complex factual situations in light of general legal principles and the results of research, and prepare legal opinions. 5. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, in and outside the legal profession, both orally and in writing, in both formal and informal settings. 6. Ability to prepare case for trail and/or try cases before a court, administrative body, or an official having quasi-judicial power. PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
You MUST have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LLB or JD).In addition, at the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of active status with a bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in active status. Basic Qualification Requirement:
You must meet ALL of the following qualification requirements and provide documentation to support your qualifications (Failure to submit the required documentation will result in you being rated ineligible. See sections on College Transcripts and Foreign Education below for required documentation.):
1. Education:
Have a first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) that is accredited by the American Bar Association. 2. Bar Membership:
Active membership in good standing in the Bar or highest court of a state, or U.S. territory, U.S. commonwealth or District of Columbia; never been disciplined, sanctioned, or had fitness to practice law challenged by any bar or court or a state or territory of the U.S. or District of Columbia (Failure to provide documentation of bar membership and good standing will result in an ineligible rating.) NOTE:
If you have been a bar member for less than five years, a copy of your final law school transcript MUST be uploaded and if available, a statement of relative class standing. 3. Professional
Experience:
You must have professional experience in excess of two (2) years commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of this position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of applicable law pertaining to the specialized areas of legal practice, as determined by the SJA, in order to provide legal advice and counsel to command and management and represent AF interests. 2. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, as it impacts the private individual, to provide personal legal assistance to eligible beneficiaries across the typical range of the AF legal assistance practice. 3. Skill in recognizing and analyzing key legal issues in a factual situation and applying well-reasoned analysis to reach clear, concise conclusions. 4. Ability to research legal issues, analyze complex factual situations in light of general legal principles and the results of research, and prepare legal opinions. 5. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, in and outside the legal profession, both orally and in writing, in both formal and informal settings. 6. Ability to prepare case for trail and/or try cases before a court, administrative body, or an official having quasi-judicial power. PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
- Department:
0905 Attorney - Salary Range:
$76,721 to $118,603 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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