Attorney Advisor (Special Education Policy)
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Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force.The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for an Attorney Advisor (GS-0905-13) to join the team at Headquarters Air Force, Legal Assistance Policy Division, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. In this role, you would provide legal expertise and support to legal assistance attorneys assisting clients in the field across the Department of the Air Force (DAF) enabling Exceptional Family Member (EFM) legal support worldwide.This is full-time federal position that offers a rewarding and exciting career with exceptional pay and benefits! This position is being filled using special hiring authorities and can close at any time. Apply Now!GS-13 salary with locality included (for the Joint Base Andrews area) $117,962 - $153,354*** Relocation incentives may be authorized for this position ***AIR FORCE CIVILIAN SERVICE BENEFITSTime Off- 11 Federal Holidays- 13 Sick Leave daysVacation Time- Based upon length of employment… Starts at 13 days and earn up to 26 daysInsurance- No Waiting Period to qualify for health insurance for you and your familyRetirement- Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), part of a three-tiered systems which contains a Basic Benefits Plan, Social Security, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(K)- US Citizenship is required.- 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.- At least three years of professional legal experience that are commensurate with the position's duties and responsibilities are required.- Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.- Temporary duty travel and overtime may be required on a very rare and non-reoccurring basis.- Incumbent is required to file an OGE 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually in accordance with Joint Ethics Regulation.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Implementation and Administration of EFMP (Exceptional Family Member Program) Policy and Guidance with respect to Education Law.- Under the direction of the Branch Chief, implements policy, guidance, and strategy, to include conducting research, drafting and preparing legal reviews on requests for comments, or recommendations with respect to the development of legislation, regulations, policies, responses to Congress, agency memoranda, policies or procedures with respect to Education law.- Under the direction of the Branch Chief, develops legal training, curriculum, and educational materials for legal assistance attorneys and paralegals across DAF to enable EFM legal support worldwide, particularly computer-based training and database content management.- Under the direction of the Branch Chief, helps to develop AF wide direction, guidance, and seasoned legal assistance counsel to base-level military and civilian attorneys on legal issues affecting EFMP eligible families.Provides direct client representation in exceptional cases andsupport in the area of special education and education law to AFPC/A1 and base level operations.- Works with the Branch Chief to provide EFM Legal Outreach. Implements outreach and communications plan, goals, strategies, and methodologies. Creates materials for legal assistance attorneys worldwide to facilitate effective outreach.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILIITES (KSA's)- Knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles and practices and skill sufficient to provide authoritative advice and assistance on difficult and complex disability and disability education law matters.- Knowledge and skill in the interpretation, analysis, and application of all laws and/or regulations having a nexus to the Section 504, ADA, the IDEA, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and general state education laws.- Knowledge of DoD and Air Force organizations, functions, authorities, and lines of command across the entire spectrum of DoD and Air Force operations. Be able to collaborate effectively with all individuals involved in helping EFMP families.Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).To receive additional informationabout current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.afciviliancareers.com and sign up to “Get Career Updates.”AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age. #LI-MM1