You will serve as a Attorney Advisor within the Office of the Solicitor, Rocky Mountain Region. Term -This is a term excepted appointment not-to-exceed 2 years and may be extended for additional periods of time without further competition. You may be required to travel overnight occasionally. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
As an Attorney-Advisor with the Department of the Interior, Office of the Solicitor, Rocky Mountain Region, Billings Field Office, your specific duties will include: The position involves legal research, analysis, advice and representation to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and other officials of the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) regarding the multiple use missions of the BLM and its associated district and field offices.
The BLM manages public lands and minerals for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. BLM also provides assistance to the Bureau of Indian Affairs and regulates some mineral operations on mineral estates held in trust or restricted status. The position will include representing BLM in administrative hearings or appeals. It will also include assisting the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) in defending BLM's regulations and other decisions.
Requires cooperative and productive interactions with officials and staff of the BLM; officials and staff of other bureaus of DOI; other attorneys within the Solicitor's Office, attorneys in DOJ, including attorneys in the offices of the U.S. Attorneys; officials and attorneys in other Federal agencies; and State, local, or tribal officials. There will also be interactions with attorneys and others representing non-governmental interests.
The position will require possession or development of detailed familiarity with such laws as: the Administrative Procedure Act; the National Environmental Policy Act; the Federal Land Policy and Management Act; the various minerals statutes, including the Mineral Leasing Act, the Mining Law of 1872; the Materials Act; the National Historic Preservation Act; the Taylor Grazing Act; Wild Horse and Burro Act; and the Endangered Species Act.
Providing written and oral opinions on Federal Administrative Law topics, including Fiscal/Appropriations Law, Administrative Procedure Act, agency delegations and authority, partnerships with non-public entities, and similar topics. Advising BLM on very complex legal matters; advising and counseling BLM's leadership and program managers with respect to recommended course(s) of action.
Conducting legal research and analysis and developing recommendations; responding to questions, counseling client agencies, opposing counsel and administrative appeal bodies regarding interpretation of statues, laws and regulations. The position will also include assisting the Solicitor's office and BLM with compliance with other statutes, such as the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act.
Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level. Salary Range Information (Per Annum): *First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level. Denver: GS-12: $99,800.00 - $129,742.00 GS-13: $118,675.00 - $154,280.00 GS-14: $140,239.00 - $182,316.00 Billings: GS-12: $89,508.00 - $116,362.00 GS-13: $106,437.00 - $138,370.00 GS-14: $125,776.00 - $163,514.00
Education: If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide transcripts as proof of meeting the requirements.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education.
https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualification
This position is with Office of the Solicitor, Department of the Interior.
The posted pay range is $89508 – $163514/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-13.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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