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ATTORNEY (Employment Law)

U.S. Postal Service · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

📍 Multiple Locations 💰 $130570 – $198140/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: U.S. Postal Service
Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Location: Multiple Locations
Salary: $130570 – $198140/yr
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Other
Date Posted: 2026-08-18
Application Deadline: 2026-10-17

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Job Summary

The United States Postal Service is seeking to fill an attorney position in one of the following locations: Chicago, IL or Plano, TX.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will handle a heavy employment caseload before the Federal District Courts, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, as well as providing advice to internal clients on a variety of employment matters, including but not limited to those arising under Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Rehabilitation Act, and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Duties include: Conducts legal research and prepares written material for use in representing the Postal Service and advising postal management officials. Participates in conferences necessary to representing or advising Postal Service officials. Directly advises postal management officials and represents the Postal Service in legal matters involving outside parties. Prepares replies to inquiries from Congress, government agencies, and the public.

Prepares opinions, memoranda, decisions, regulations, testimonies, or formal filings in proceedings in which the Postal Service is a party.

Requirements & Education

To be eligible for the Attorney position, you must possess a Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school.

Benefits

The salary will be based on previous experience, and current postal pay policies. We offer excellent benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plan, savings/investment plan with employer contribution, flexible spending, and annual and sick leave.

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Contact

TALENT@USPS.GOV · 202-268-5627

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Postal Service, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $130570 – $198140/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-17.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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