The Supervisory Attorney Adviser for Operations Law (the Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Operations) is the principal supervisory and managerial assistant to the Assistant General Counsel for Operations. Working closely with the Assistant General Counsel for Operations, the Supervisory Attorney assists in the supervision and management of all legal matters related to the Department of Transportation's program operations matters.
As a Supervisory Attorney Advisor, you will: Assist the Assistant General Counsel for Operations in monitoring and overseeing the operational law activities of the Department. Perform legal research and analysis, conduct necessary conferences and consultations, prepare memoranda and opinions, and maintain continuing contact with Departmental officials and others affected to ensure their understanding of the legal and policy positions involved.
Ensure that the Office renders effective legal advice and recommend the most appropriate way to develop or to implement new or amended policies, or new or changed Department policy. The Supervisory Attorney is also responsible for ensuring that these policies are consistent with the intent of the law and are administratively sound, efficient, and economical in operation.
Render expert written or verbal counsel, opinions, or decisions on the legal aspects of matters within the purview of the Office of Operations. Represent the Department in meetings and conferences with senior officials of other Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government, State, tribal and local governments, and other public groups in areas assigned.
The Ideal Candidate: The Department is looking for a motivated, self-reliant, and skilled candidate willing to work in a challenging environment with experienced professionals committed to ensuring safety and fairness in the transportation industry. This individual should have demonstrated experience in leading change and leading people, focusing on customer client services, and team building.
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.
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This position is with Office of the Secretary of Transportation, Department of Transportation.
The posted pay range is $169279 – $197200/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-09-14.
This is a Full Time position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Excepted' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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