General Counsel

Full Time, onsite
Office of Congressional Workplace Rights
Washington, United States of America

$ 195,200 - $ 221,900 / month

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Oversees the safety and health and ADA public access programs mandated by the CAA, including inspections and of the Congressional community, gathering data and reporting findings biennially to Congress, and collaborating with Congress to ensure abatement of hazardous conditions and removal of ADA barriers to public access.
Represents the OCWR and the OCWR Board in legal proceedings before the United States Courts of Appeals and United States District Courts.
Prosecutes actions involving violations of the OSH Act, Titles II and III of the ADA, and the prohibition of unfair labor practices under the FSLMRS.
Consults with the Board of Directors, Executive Director, and legal team to identify and resolve legal issues and recommend resolutions and settlements.
Supports the Board of Directors and Executive Director, and provides leadership for the legal team, by providing legal interpretations and recommendations for compliance.
Works collaboratively as a member of the OCWR's management team and assists the Executive Director, as requested, in making internal operational decisions.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

The individual selected for this position must meet the following requirements:

Have at least 15 years of experience as an attorney in the labor and employment law field and/or in the areas of occupational safety and health and disability access and is able to demonstrate leadership, management, and/or comparable GC experience. Familiarity with the U.S. Congress and Legislative Branch is desired.
Not engaged in, or be otherwise employed in, lobbying of the Congress; and not required under the Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act to register with the Clerk of the House of Representatives or the Secretary of the Senate.
May not hold nor have held the position of Member of the House of Representatives or Senator.
May not hold the position of officer or employee of the House of Representatives, Senate, or instrumentality or other entity of the legislative branch (other than the OCWR), nor may have held such a position (other than the position of an officer or employee of the General Accounting Office Personnel Appeals Board, an officer or employee of the Office of Fair Employment Practices of the House of Representatives, or officer or employee of the Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices) within 4 years of the date of appointment.
Must be a U.S. citizen or otherwise have status eligible for federal employment per Title VII, Sec. 704 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selected Service.
Must successfully complete a security investigation and background check.
Must be willing to file statutorily-required Public Financial Disclosure Reports periodically.

Please also note that the individual appointed to the position must be selected solely based upon fitness to perform the duties of the office without regard to political affiliation.

Qualifications

The individual appointed as the General Counsel will possess the following characteristics:

Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal, when engaging with oversight committees, the Board, and staff, and when participating in evidentiary hearings, oral argument, and testifying before Congressional committees.
Courteous and pleasant manner.
Analytical in approach.
Rigorous in legal approach.
Practical business sense in approaching problems.
Strong negotiation skills.
A qualified supervisor.
Patient and hard working.
Good judgment in determining work priority.
Tactful with mature and professional judgment.
Ability to work under pressure.
Problem solver.
Multi-tasker.
A demonstrable commitment to the mission of the office.

Education

JD from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
Member in good standing of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico bar.

Additional information

Applications submitted via any job posting website or automated service, including through "Apply Now" or similar functions will NOT be considered.

This announcement is open to all who meet citizenship and eligibility requirements. The selected candidate may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program, with costs shared with your employer. Life insurance coverage is also provided. New federal government employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another federal agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. You will earn annual leave and sick leave. You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. You may elect Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under FEHB plans.

Benefits

Conditions of Employment

Have at least 15 years of experience as an attorney in the labor and employment law field and/or in the areas of occupational safety and health and disability access and is able to demonstrate leadership, management, and/or comparable GC experience. Familiarity with the U.S. Congress and Legislative Branch is desired.
Not engaged in, or be otherwise employed in, lobbying of the Congress; and not required under the Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act to register with the Clerk of the House of Representatives or the Secretary of the Senate.
May not hold nor have held the position of Member of the House of Representatives or Senator.
May not hold the position of officer or employee of the House of Representatives, Senate, or instrumentality or other entity of the legislative branch (other than the OCWR), nor may have held such a position (other than the position of an officer or employee of the General Accounting Office Personnel Appeals Board, an officer or employee of the Office of Fair Employment Practices of the House of Representatives, or officer or employee of the Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices) within 4 years of the date of appointment.
Must be a U.S. citizen or otherwise have status eligible for federal employment per Title VII, Sec. 704 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selected Service.
Must successfully complete a security investigation and background check.
Must be willing to file statutorily-required Public Financial Disclosure Reports periodically.

Qualifications

The individual appointed as the General Counsel will possess the following characteristics:

Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal, when engaging with oversight committees, the Board, and staff, and when participating in evidentiary hearings, oral argument, and testifying before Congressional committees.
Courteous and pleasant manner.
Analytical in approach.
Rigorous in legal approach.
Practical business sense in approaching problems.
Strong negotiation skills.
A qualified supervisor.
Patient and hard working.
Good judgment in determining work priority.
Tactful with mature and professional judgment.
Ability to work under pressure.
Problem solver.
Multi-tasker.
A demonstrable commitment to the mission of the office.

Education

JD from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
Member in good standing of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico bar.