Attorney Advisor (Safety Law)

Federal Railroad Administration · Department of Transportation

📍 Washington, District of Columbia 💰 $102415 – $197200/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Federal Railroad Administration
Department: Department of Transportation
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Salary: $102415 – $197200/yr
Schedule: Full Time
Hiring Path: Fed Excepted
Number of Openings: 2
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Not Required
Date Posted: 2026-08-28
Application Deadline: 2027-08-28

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Job Summary

The Office of Safety Law supports FRA's mission-driven rail safety program by advising on the legal requirements relating to railroad safety, focusing on regulatory and enforcement issues. Staff attorneys specialize in subject matter areas such as operating practices, operating crew certification, hazardous materials, track and structures, signal and train control, and motive power and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

As an Attorney Advisor (Safety Law), you will: Enforcement: Handle rail safety enforcement actions, including review, assessment, and closure of civil penalty cases. Rulemaking: Assist in the development and drafting of rail safety regulations. Litigation: Counsel on litigation matters pertaining to rail safety and represent the agency in certain administrative hearings. Support: Provide technical assistance regarding proposed rail safety legislation.

General: Guide FRA's Office of Railroad Safety, industry stakeholders, and the public regarding rail safety legal issues. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of and experience in a wide range of legal practice areas affecting the transportation industry and DOT, including specifically: administrative law, regulations, and guidance; safety enforcement programs; litigation; or legislative drafting.

*PLEASE NOTE: This announcement establishes an open continuous (1 year) vacancy announcement. Given our continuing need for top professionals in this field, we will review applications after the first 21 days of the vacancy opening for early consideration. Then after, applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis.

Requirements & Education

MANDATORY EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: In order to qualify for this position, candidates must have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have a professional law degree, and must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a State or Territory of the United States or the District of Columbia.

Contact

TRANSJOBS@dot.gov · 000-000-0000

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $102415 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-08-28.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full Time position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Excepted' hiring path.