Criminal Justice Information Law Attorney - NIC...

Description:

Criminal Justice Information Law Unit (CJILU): Located in Clarksburg, West Virginia. This unit provides legal advice and support to the A Government Entity's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division. It contributes and provides legal support concerning criminal justice information sharing to many programs including, but not limited to, the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), Next Generation Identification (NGI), National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS), and the National Threat Operations Center (NTOC). The NICS is a national system established pursuant to the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act of 1993 which provides a means of checking available information to make an immediate determination as to whether a person is disqualified from possessing or receiving a firearm or permit under federal or state law. CJILU is seeking attorneys who have experience and familiarity with an emphasis on the NICS and these other criminal justice information systems, dissemination and access to criminal justice information, the ability to analyze complex issues of state and federal laws, and the desire to learn new technologies that require in depth analysis.

Our office places a high value on diversity of experiences and perspectives and encourages applications from all qualified men and women from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBT individuals, and persons with disabilities.

Mission:
The mission of the A Government Entity is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

Job Description:
GS - 14

• Provides guidance regarding services by the FBI CJIS Division;
• Conducts legal research and prepares written analysis on relevant topics;
• Consults and provides comprehensive legal guidance to CJIS clients on criminal justice information systems, access and sharing; and
• Advises clients verbally and in writing on legal issues relating to subject matter covered by unit.

In addition to the above duties:
GS -15

• Serves as a legal expert regarding legal issues faced by the FBI CJIS Division;
• Briefs executive management on legal conclusions derived from complex factual analysis and comprehensive legal research;
• Takes the lead on client initiatives and recognizes when other legal equities need to be incorporated; and
• Develops and evaluates legislative, regulatory, and other policy proposals that implicate criminal justice information issues.

Qualifications:
Key Requirements:

• Must be a U. S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance
• Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
• Selectee will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually.

The Department of Justice will approve candidates that are selected for this position.

Please ensure work experience/requirement(s) are identifiable in the resume. The resume and supporting documentations will determine whether the candidate meets the job qualifications listed in this announcement. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements at the time of application.

Applicants deemed most competitive will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration.

All applicants are rated on the following competencies:

• Analytic Thinking
• Communication:
• Governance and Legal Jurisprudence
• Leadership:
• Oral/Written Communication
• Research

Basic Requirement:

• Possess a law degree from an accredited American Bar Association law school; and
• Proof of active membership and good standing with any U. S. jurisdiction bar association

Positive Education Requirement: This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic requirement by submitting proof of J.D. degree and proof of good standing with a U. S. jurisdiction bar association. Please see the “Required Documents: section of this announcement for additional information.

Education: Applicant must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have a LLM degree or other graduate law school degree in additional to J.D.) and be an active member of a U.S. jurisdiction bar association.

GS-14: Applicants applying for the Gs-14 must have 2.5 or more years post J.D. attorney experience.

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