The Chief Counsel serves as the principal legal advisor to the Director of the United States Mint and senior leadership on complex legal, regulatory, policy, and operational matters. The incumbent provides executive leadership of the Mint's legal program, manages legal risk, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position represents the Mint before Treasury leadership, Congress, oversight entities, and other key stakeholders.
As the Chief Counsel (US MINT), you will: Direct an office responsible for advice and counsel concerning all aspects of the Mint's operations.
This includes interpreting statutes and regulations and providing advice pertaining to all activities of the Mint, including the manufacture of coins and medals; procurement of supplies and services; construction and maintenance of Mint facilities; Freedom of Information and Privacy Act matters; the Federal Tort Claims Act; and all employment-related matters.
Perform or oversee the drafting of proposed legislation involving Mint activities, commenting on legislation proposed by other government agencies or members of Congress, and formulating responses to congressional inquiries. He/she is also responsible for the drafting of formal Mint regulations and instructions. Confer with key officials of the Mint and advise such officials on the legal aspects of all matters arising within the jurisdiction of the Mint.
From time to time, the incumbent also meets with representatives of other departments, as well as representatives of businesses and private law firms with respect to the interpretation and application of the laws and regulations pertaining to the operations of the Mint. The incumbent supervises all employees in the Mint Office of Chief Counsel.
Applicants must possess a first professional law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA). Applicants must submit copies of both law school and undergraduate transcripts at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application purposes; however, official transcripts will be required if selected.
A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
If you are qualifying based on foreign education, you must submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov)
victoria.underwood@treasury.gov
This position is with Treasury, Departmental Offices, Department of the Treasury.
The posted pay range is $151661 – $228000/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-12-06.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-06 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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