Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree; be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia; and be an active member of the bar in good standing. To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have a minimum of 4 years post-JD legal experience. Preferred qualifications: Applicants should possess demonstrated experience leading or supervising legal professionals, managing complex legal matters or litigation, and advising senior leadership on significant legal, policy, or operational issues. Trial Period Statement As a condition of employment for accepting this position in accordance with section 11.5 of Executive Order 14284, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.