Assistant Legal Adviser for Legislation and Foreign Assistance

Quick Facts

• Role: Assistant Legal Adviser for Legislation and Foreign Assistance

• Focus: Legal advice supporting U.S. foreign policy interests and foreign assistance programs

• Reporting: Reports directly to a Deputy Legal Adviser

Description

Provide timely, expert legal advice and services for Department work, especially on matters tied to U.S. foreign policy and foreign assistance. Advise on the legal implications of contemplated actions under domestic and international law, draft laws/regulations/procedures/agreements, and oversee attorneys and staff in the office.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice for interagency initiatives, including appropriations and authorization legislation affecting Department activities

• Advise on legal issues arising from implementing foreign assistance authorized under the Foreign Assistance Act, the Arms Export Control Act, the Migration and Refugee Assistance Act, and other statutes (economic, military, humanitarian, law enforcement, peacekeeping, health, and migration/refugee assistance)

• Advise on arrangements with foreign countries, international organizations, and other U.S. departments and agencies regarding foreign assistance

• Assist in drafting laws, regulations, procedures, and agreements related to the office’s practice areas

• Direct and supervise approximately 8–9 attorneys and other staff; review work products to ensure accuracy and timeliness

• Discharge office management and administrative responsibilities; promote human resources policies and encourage employee development through varied work assignments and continuing legal education

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• J.D. or LL.B. degree (proof required)

• Active membership in the bar; licensed to practice law in a U.S. state/territory or the District of Columbia (proof required)

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance

• Subject to random drug testing; ability to pass random drug tests

• Verification of employment eligibility in the United States

• Submit financial disclosure statement (OGE-278)

• Resume must clearly document ECQs and MTQs; resume limited to 2 pages

Benefits

A comprehensive U.S. federal employee benefits package; eligibility depends on position type.