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Friday, November 14, 2014
Climate Change Jobs - Nov. 12, 2014
as always, use list with caution.
Position: Staff Attorney, Center for Biological Diversity (deadline: open until filled, St. Petersburg, FL)
http://www.biologicaldiversity.org/about/jobs/index.html#herpatt
Staff Attorney — Protection of Amphibians and Reptiles
Full Time
St. Petersburg, Florida (other locations considered)
Full Time
St. Petersburg, Florida (other locations considered)
General position overview:
This position will involve using applicable laws, including the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Administrative Procedures Act and others to protect amphibian and reptile species from the many threats they face. This will require a dynamic, dedicated individual with a background in law, advocacy and biology.
This position will involve using applicable laws, including the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Administrative Procedures Act and others to protect amphibian and reptile species from the many threats they face. This will require a dynamic, dedicated individual with a background in law, advocacy and biology.
Main duties:
- Expand the Center’s amphibian and reptile conservation work.
- Identify and carry out opportunities to protect imperiled amphibians and reptiles from urban sprawl, pollution, logging, livestock grazing and other threats through litigation.
- Prepare petitions to list amphibians and reptiles under the Endangered Species Act.
- Develop detailed knowledge of the status of North American amphibians and reptiles.
- Build relationships with key scientists studying amphibians and reptiles.
- Utilize litigation and media campaigns to highlight the threats to imperiled amphibians and reptiles.
- Advocate for comprehensive protection of amphibians and reptiles as a response to litigation and other pressure.
Essential qualities, qualifications and skills desired:
- At least two years experience as an environmental attorney.
- Experience litigating under the Endangered Species Act.
- Knowledge of the status, biology of, and threats to North American amphibians and reptiles.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Background in leading litigation projects and working collaboratively with peers.
- Dynamic and assertive personality.
Salary is commensurate with experience. The Center offers an excellent benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, vision and disability insurance, as well as a 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match.
The Center has offices in Tucson; San Francisco; Portland, Oregon; St. Petersburg, Florida; Minneapolis; Denver; Richmond, Vermont; and Washington, D.C. The preferred location for this position is St. Petersburg, Florida, or Washington, D.C., but others are negotiable.
Please send a cover letter, a résumé, references and a writing sample via email (no paper) toendangered_species_attorney@biologicaldiversity.org, “Attn: Attorney Job.” The position will remain open until filled. No telephone calls, please. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Fellowship: Emmett Frankel Fellowship in Environmental Law and Policy, UCLA Law School (deadline: 2-2-2015, Los Angeles)
Check the weblink for the on-line application.
https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF00632
https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF00632
RECRUITMENT PERIOD
Open Nov 7, 2014 through Feb 2, 2015
DESCRIPTION
UCLA School of Law’s Emmett/Frankel Fellowship in Environmental Law and Policy
UCLA School of Law’s Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment is now accepting applications for the UCLA Emmett/Frankel Fellowship in Environmental Law and Policy for the academic years 2015-2017. This fellowship is a full-time, two-year faculty position beginning in the summer of 2015. The position involves policy and legal research and writing, assisting with projects such as conferences and workshops, and teaching.
The Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment is dedicated to creating and advancing law and policy solutions to climate change and other environmental challenges, and to training the next generation of leaders to address these issues. The program fosters informed debate and analysis to educate the public, policymakers, business leaders, and others on critical environmental issues.
The Fellow will work on issues relating to environmental law and policy, including climate change, and will generate policy-oriented publications and other products for the Institute, in collaboration with UCLA Law faculty. The Fellow will also assist the Institute’s Executive Directors with projects relating to the Institute’s work, including organizing conferences, workshops, public education and outreach efforts, and other events. In addition to these responsibilities, which will continue year-round, the Fellow will take on teaching responsibilities in environmental law topics.
Candidates should possess a J.D. (or equivalent law degree), earned within the past several years or expected in the spring of 2015; a strong academic record; excellent analytical and writing skills; and demonstrated interest and background in environmental law or policy. Previous experience in law practice or clinical instruction is preferred but not necessary. The salary is anticipated to be approximately $66,000 per year plus a competitive benefits package.
Applicants should apply at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF00632. Please submit online a letter discussing qualifications and interests, a resume, a law school transcript, and contact information for three references.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through February 2, 2015 or until the post is filled.
Visit our website at www.law.ucla.edu/emmett for more information about our program.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct. UCLA School of Law has a special interest in enriching its intellectual environment through further diversifying the range of perspectives represented within the faculty.
The Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment is dedicated to creating and advancing law and policy solutions to climate change and other environmental challenges, and to training the next generation of leaders to address these issues. The program fosters informed debate and analysis to educate the public, policymakers, business leaders, and others on critical environmental issues.
The Fellow will work on issues relating to environmental law and policy, including climate change, and will generate policy-oriented publications and other products for the Institute, in collaboration with UCLA Law faculty. The Fellow will also assist the Institute’s Executive Directors with projects relating to the Institute’s work, including organizing conferences, workshops, public education and outreach efforts, and other events. In addition to these responsibilities, which will continue year-round, the Fellow will take on teaching responsibilities in environmental law topics.
Candidates should possess a J.D. (or equivalent law degree), earned within the past several years or expected in the spring of 2015; a strong academic record; excellent analytical and writing skills; and demonstrated interest and background in environmental law or policy. Previous experience in law practice or clinical instruction is preferred but not necessary. The salary is anticipated to be approximately $66,000 per year plus a competitive benefits package.
Applicants should apply at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF00632. Please submit online a letter discussing qualifications and interests, a resume, a law school transcript, and contact information for three references.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through February 2, 2015 or until the post is filled.
Visit our website at www.law.ucla.edu/emmett for more information about our program.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct. UCLA School of Law has a special interest in enriching its intellectual environment through further diversifying the range of perspectives represented within the faculty.
LEARN MORE
More information about this recruitment: http://www.law.ucla.edu/centers/environmental-law/emmett-institute-on-climate-change-and-the-environment/
REQUIREMENTS
DOCUMENTS
- Cover Letter - Letter discussing qualifications and interests
- Resume - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Law School Transcript
- Contact information for three (3) references
REFERENCES
3 references required (contact information only)
HOW TO APPLY
- Create an ApplicantID
- Provide required information and documents
- If any, provide required reference information
Position: Land Use Associate, Van Ness Feldman (deadline: unknown/ongoing, Seattle)
http://www.vnf.com/About.aspx
Land Use Associate - Seattle
Van Ness Feldman, a nationally recognized energy, environmental, and natural resources law and policy firm has an immediate need in the land use practice group for a mid-level (3rd -5th year) associate. The ideal candidate enjoys a fast-paced environment and is looking for a growth opportunity and a forward career trajectory. Candidates must be capable of working independently, as well as working collaboratively with a deep bench of seasoned attorneys. This position will be based in the Seattle office. Washington State Bar required. Please send resume and cover letter to Ms. Saira Rhodes slr@vnf.comPosition: Associate Attorney, Perkins Coie (deadline: unknown/ongoing, Washington, DC)
http://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/associate-attorney-environment-energy-resources-job-a20140403.html
Associate Attorney
Environment and Natural Resources
Job #A20140403 – Washington, D.C.
The Washington, DC office of Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its busy Environment and Natural Resources group. The position will focus on reviewing federal agency rules, preparing comments on proposed rules, and counseling clients on compliance with federal and state environmental regulatory requirements and federal approvals and permits. This position may include some litigation as well. Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: the National Environmental Policy Act, the Endangered Species Act, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, Indian law, and public lands laws. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and references. To be considered, please provide your cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample.
Perkins Coie LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veterans, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Position: Coalition Coordinator, Environmental Justice Coalition for Water (Deadline: rolling, until position filled, Sacramento, CA)
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/8MfwkTTg8jd/
The Environmental Justice Coalition for Water (EJCW) is a statewide coalition of grassroots groups and intermediary organizations building a collective, community-based movement for democratic water allocation, management, and policy development in California. EJCW empowers low-income and people of color communities throughout California to advocate for access to clean, safe, and affordable water.
The Coalition Director position
EJCW seeks highly qualified applicants with demonstrated commitment to environmental justice to fill a Sacramento-based position. The Coalition Coordinator will work under the supervision of the Executive Director and in close partnership with and in support of EJCW staff, member organizations and allies, and Board of Directors.
The Coalition Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of EJCW's programs and advocacy campaigns, including Human Right to Water (AB 685) implementation; pollution prevention; democratic water governance; Climate adaptation; and more.
Major job responsibilities:
- Policy: Develop, coordinate, and implement EJCW's policy agenda through an inclusive process with staff, member organizations, and Board
- Multi-forum advocacy: Develop, coordinate, and implement advocacy campaigns to advance EJCW's agenda using multiple strategies, including legislative and administrative advocacy, coalition-building, community organizing and mobilization, capacity-building, research, data analysis and writing, and social and conventional media outreach
- Public speaking: Represent EJCW in stakeholder processes and outreach and education forums, including with decision-makers
- Relationship management: Manage relationships and communication with EJCW stakeholders, including board of directors, member organizations, policymakers, academics, advocates, and funders
- Communications: Coordinate EJCW's external communications strategy, i.e., website, print media, social media, etc.
- Research and writing: Develop written materials, including: letters of support, sample letters, and fact sheets to advance EJCW's legislative and administrative policy priorities
- Work groups: Staff EJCW's legislation and policy work group and other work groups as necessary
- Community organizing: Conduct outreach, education, community organizing, and capacity-building with new and existing EJCW members.
Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge:
- Commitment to the organization's mission, purpose, and values
- A bachelor's degree required; masters or advanced degree preferred; J.D.s welcomed
- At least 3 years of public policy analysis, advocacy, program, and/or organizing experience
- Knowledge of California legislative, administrative, and budget processes
- Strong analytical, writing, research, and public speaking skills
- Self-directed and organized individual with ability to work independently to meet multiple deadlines
- Proven track record of developing successful partnerships with other groups
- Ability to articulate a compelling vision to a wide diversity of audiences
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; experience working with media
- Understanding of and ability to articulate and abide by social and environmental justice principles
- Comfort and experience working with community-based organizations, recent immigrant groups and people of color, in general
- Willingness and ability to travel around State and work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and overnight travel, as required from time-to-time
- Knowledge of water and/or other natural resource issues a plus
- Bilingual, English-Spanish speaker a plus
Work Environment:
- Physical demands include: sitting, walking, and listening for up to 6-8 hours per day; computer keyboarding an average of 7 hours per day; ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Work environment and travel demands include: travel to other regions both within and, on rare occasion, outside of California. This position is based out of EJCW's Sacramento office.
- Reasonable accommodation: If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please provide us, in writing, an explanation of the reasonable accommodation needed.
Start date: As soon as possible. This position will remain open until filled.
Compensation: The Environmental Justice Coalition for Water offers a competitive nonprofit salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications, and a benefits package, including a retirement plan. Promotion is possible upon demonstrated success.
The EJCW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.
How to apply
Applications: To apply, e-mail resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to employment@ejcw.org. Include "Coalition Coordinator" in the e-mail subject line. No phone calls or hard copy documents, please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with interviews to begin in November 2014.
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
Position: Attorney-Advisor, Office of Solicitor, US Dept. of Interior (deadline: Nov. 12, 2014, Portland, OR)
Note the deadline of Nov. 12, 2014. A GS-11 position, so available for entry-level lawyers (per qualification description below).
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/385847300
Job Title:Attorney - Advisor,
GS-0905-11, KD-Exc Svc
Department:Department Of The
Interior
Agency:Office of the Solicitor
Job Announcement Number:SOL-2015-0005
I.
SALARY RANGE:
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$62,467.00 to $81,204.00 / Per Year
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II.
OPEN PERIOD:
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Wednesday, November 5, 2014 to Wednesday, November 12, 2014
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III.
SERIES & GRADE:
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GS-0905-11
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IV.
POSITION INFORMATION:
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Excepted Appointment Not-to-Exceed 2 Years - Full-Time
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V.
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
12
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VI.
DUTY LOCATIONS:
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VII.
WHO MAY APPLY:
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United States Citizens
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VIII.
SECURITY CLEARANCE:
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Public Trust - Background Investigation
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IX.
SUPERVISORY STATUS:
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No
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X.
JOB
SUMMARY:
With an emphasis on high ethical standards,
excellence in public service and the delivery of quality legal services, the
Office of the Solicitor performs the legal work for the United States
Department of the Interior, manages the Department's Ethics Office and resolves
FOIA Appeals. With more than four hundred total employees, three hundred of
which are attorneys licensed in forty states, the Office strives to provide
sound legal services to fulfill the Department's diverse and wide-ranging
mission.
What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position?
This is an excepted appointment not-to-exceed 2 years, for which all qualified applicants, with or without Federal status, may apply and be considered. This appointment may be extended for additional periods of time without further competition.
The Office of the Solicitor has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty location identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this location on a regular and recurring basis.
For additional information on telework you may access the Department of Interior’s Telework Handbook at http://www.usgs.gov/humancapital/pb/documents/teleworkhandbookOctober2012.pdf.
What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position?
This is an excepted appointment not-to-exceed 2 years, for which all qualified applicants, with or without Federal status, may apply and be considered. This appointment may be extended for additional periods of time without further competition.
The Office of the Solicitor has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty location identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this location on a regular and recurring basis.
For additional information on telework you may access the Department of Interior’s Telework Handbook at http://www.usgs.gov/humancapital/pb/documents/teleworkhandbookOctober2012.pdf.
XI.
TRAVEL
REQUIRED
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Occasional Travel
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XII.
RELOCATION
AUTHORIZED
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No
XIII.
KEY
REQUIREMENTS
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Applicants must be U.S.
Citizens.
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Suitable for Federal
employment, as determined by background investigation.
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Must be an active member
of the bar.
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Selectee may be subject
to serving a 2-year trial period.
·
More requirements are
listed under Qualifications and Other Information.
XIV.
DUTIES:
As an Attorney-Advisor
with the Department of the Interior, Office of the Solicitor, Pacific Northwest
Region, Portland Regional Office, located in Portland, OR your specific duties
will include:
Providing legal counsel and representation for the Bureau of Indian Affairs in the Department of the Interior. They should have an interest in working as part of a team tackling complex Indian law issues in which more senior attorneys will be delegating parts of larger projects to this attorney. They would provide legal advice and written opinions on a range of Indian law matters including matters relating to taking land into trust. This attorney individually, or as part of a team, will investigate claims and draft litigation reports and provide other legal assistance to the Department of Justice. They will be expected to assist in large scale document reviews necessary to support litigation. They will also research and build strong factual records that support complex legal theories underlying high priority affirmative litigation in development on behalf of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). This attorney may also be engaged in supporting document intensive discovery processes associated with litigation involving the BIA and potentially hundreds of parties.
Providing legal counsel and representation for the Bureau of Indian Affairs in the Department of the Interior. They should have an interest in working as part of a team tackling complex Indian law issues in which more senior attorneys will be delegating parts of larger projects to this attorney. They would provide legal advice and written opinions on a range of Indian law matters including matters relating to taking land into trust. This attorney individually, or as part of a team, will investigate claims and draft litigation reports and provide other legal assistance to the Department of Justice. They will be expected to assist in large scale document reviews necessary to support litigation. They will also research and build strong factual records that support complex legal theories underlying high priority affirmative litigation in development on behalf of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). This attorney may also be engaged in supporting document intensive discovery processes associated with litigation involving the BIA and potentially hundreds of parties.
XV.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
Basic Qualification
Requirements
Applicants must be law school graduates with LL.B. or J.D. degrees AND applicants must be an active member in good standing of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico bar.
To Qualify for a GS-11, Applicants must also meet one of the following:
--possess at least 1-year of professional legal experience following law school graduation; OR
--have a second professional law degree; OR
--meet any of the criteria indicated below:
(a) academic standing in top one-third of law school graduating class;
(b) graduation with academic honors;
(c) significant participation on the law school’s law review;
(d) significant participation in the law school’s moot court competition;
(e) significant participation in a clinical legal aid program;
(f) significant law office clerk experience; or
(g) other equivalent evidence of clearly superior achievement.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements listed above for the position by the closing date of the announcement.
Applicants must be law school graduates with LL.B. or J.D. degrees AND applicants must be an active member in good standing of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico bar.
To Qualify for a GS-11, Applicants must also meet one of the following:
--possess at least 1-year of professional legal experience following law school graduation; OR
--have a second professional law degree; OR
--meet any of the criteria indicated below:
(a) academic standing in top one-third of law school graduating class;
(b) graduation with academic honors;
(c) significant participation on the law school’s law review;
(d) significant participation in the law school’s moot court competition;
(e) significant participation in a clinical legal aid program;
(f) significant law office clerk experience; or
(g) other equivalent evidence of clearly superior achievement.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements listed above for the position by the closing date of the announcement.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid
experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs
(e.g. Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer
work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide
valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer
experience.
If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide all unofficial transcripts (undergraduate, graduate, etc.) or list of course work, which includes semester hours earned and grade received, by the closing date of this announcement. This proof may be faxed, document uploaded, or hand delivered to the servicing Human Resources Office (see "Required Documents" and/or "Contact Information"). Please ensure that all documentation is legible. If you are currently employed by the Federal government in the same occupational series as the advertised position, you are not required to submit transcripts at this time.
Education completed in colleges or universities outside the United States may be used to meet the above requirements. You must provide acceptable documentation that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit: http://www.usgs.gov/ohr/oars/quals/foreign.html.
If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide all unofficial transcripts (undergraduate, graduate, etc.) or list of course work, which includes semester hours earned and grade received, by the closing date of this announcement. This proof may be faxed, document uploaded, or hand delivered to the servicing Human Resources Office (see "Required Documents" and/or "Contact Information"). Please ensure that all documentation is legible. If you are currently employed by the Federal government in the same occupational series as the advertised position, you are not required to submit transcripts at this time.
Education completed in colleges or universities outside the United States may be used to meet the above requirements. You must provide acceptable documentation that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit: http://www.usgs.gov/ohr/oars/quals/foreign.html.
Are There Any Special
Requirements For This Position?
A background investigation will be required for this position. Continued employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
A background investigation will be required for this position. Continued employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
XVI.
HOW
YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
The information and materials you provide will
be used to evaluate that you meet the basic qualification and eligibility
requirements for this position.
Basis of Rating: Applicants will not be rated or ranked. All applicants that meet the basic eligibility and qualification requirements of the position will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
To preview questions please click here.
Basis of Rating: Applicants will not be rated or ranked. All applicants that meet the basic eligibility and qualification requirements of the position will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
To preview questions please click here.
XVII. BENEFITS:
Working for the DOI, Office of the Solicitor
offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation,
sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the
Federal Employees Retirement System. The following Web address is provided for
your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.
To find out more
click here http://www.opm.gov/insure/index.aspx.
click here http://www.opm.gov/insure/index.aspx.
XVIII. OTHER INFORMATION:
Identification of promotion potential in this
announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of
management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will
depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for and performance
of higher-level duties.
The application contains information subject to the Privacy Act (P.L. 93-579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment, and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361.
DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
The application contains information subject to the Privacy Act (P.L. 93-579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment, and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361.
DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
XIX.
HOW
TO APPLY:
Applications (resume and application
questions) for this vacancy must be received on-line via USAJOBS BEFORE
midnight Eastern Time (Washington, D.C. time) on the closing date of this
announcement. If you fail to submit a complete online resume, you will not be
considered for this position. Requests for extensions will not be granted. Most
libraries, employment offices, and all USGS personnel offices can provide
access to the Internet. If applying online poses a hardship for you, you must
speak to someone in the Servicing Human Resources Office listed on this
announcement PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE for assistance.
Instructions for Applying Online for this Vacancy Announcement:
1) Click the blue "Apply Online" button.
2) If you are not a registered USAJOBS user, please create a new account and follow the instructions to complete your application process. If you are a registered user, login to access your existing USAJOBS profile.
3) As a registered user, select a stored resume and select one or more of your stored documents to attach to your application.
4) Check the "Certification" box and click the "Apply for this position now!" button located at the bottom of the screen.
5) Address the eligibility questions as well as the questionnaire containing questions and/or task statements that address the knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies for this vacancy.
6) Submit required documents using one of the available methods listed below.
7) If you experience technical difficulties during the online application process, please contact the USAJOBS helpdesk.
Instructions for Applying Online for this Vacancy Announcement:
1) Click the blue "Apply Online" button.
2) If you are not a registered USAJOBS user, please create a new account and follow the instructions to complete your application process. If you are a registered user, login to access your existing USAJOBS profile.
3) As a registered user, select a stored resume and select one or more of your stored documents to attach to your application.
4) Check the "Certification" box and click the "Apply for this position now!" button located at the bottom of the screen.
5) Address the eligibility questions as well as the questionnaire containing questions and/or task statements that address the knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies for this vacancy.
6) Submit required documents using one of the available methods listed below.
7) If you experience technical difficulties during the online application process, please contact the USAJOBS helpdesk.
XX.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTS:
You must provide information in your resume
regarding the state in which your active Bar membership is held.
If you are claiming veterans' preference you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, by the closing date of this announcement. If you are currently on active military duty, you must provide documentation (e.g., campaign document, award citation, etc.), that verifies entitlement to veterans preference and that your character of military service is honorable. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, in addition to the DD-214, you must submit documentation that supports your claim (e.g., an official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces certifying the existence of a service-connected disability; or receipt of a Purple Heart). If you fail to submit any of the required documentation, you will not be granted veterans preference. Additional information on veterans' preference can be found in the VetGuide.
If you are applying for this position based on eligibility under a special appointing authority, the Servicing Human Resources Office must receive proof of eligibility by the closing date of this announcement.
Required documents may be:
1) faxed to the Agency Contact (see "Contact Information")
2) uploaded directly from your desktop
3) uploaded directly from your USAJOBS stored attachments 4)hand delivered to the servicing Human Resources Office (see 'Contact Information').
Auto-Requested Fax: allows you to submit required documentation that will be electronically displayed along with your resume.
For additional information on special appointing authorities, visit: http://www.usgs.gov/ohr/oars/non_competitive.html.
If you are claiming veterans' preference you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, by the closing date of this announcement. If you are currently on active military duty, you must provide documentation (e.g., campaign document, award citation, etc.), that verifies entitlement to veterans preference and that your character of military service is honorable. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, in addition to the DD-214, you must submit documentation that supports your claim (e.g., an official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces certifying the existence of a service-connected disability; or receipt of a Purple Heart). If you fail to submit any of the required documentation, you will not be granted veterans preference. Additional information on veterans' preference can be found in the VetGuide.
If you are applying for this position based on eligibility under a special appointing authority, the Servicing Human Resources Office must receive proof of eligibility by the closing date of this announcement.
Required documents may be:
1) faxed to the Agency Contact (see "Contact Information")
2) uploaded directly from your desktop
3) uploaded directly from your USAJOBS stored attachments 4)hand delivered to the servicing Human Resources Office (see 'Contact Information').
Auto-Requested Fax: allows you to submit required documentation that will be electronically displayed along with your resume.
For additional information on special appointing authorities, visit: http://www.usgs.gov/ohr/oars/non_competitive.html.
XXI.
AGENCY
CONTACT INFO:
Kristen Davis
Phone: 703-648-7463
Fax: 703-648-4113
Email: kjdavis@usgs.gov
Phone: 703-648-7463
Fax: 703-648-4113
Email: kjdavis@usgs.gov
Agency Information:
INTERIOR, Office of the Solicitor
12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, MS-601
Reston, VA
20192
US
Fax: 703-648-4113
INTERIOR, Office of the Solicitor
12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, MS-601
Reston, VA
20192
US
Fax: 703-648-4113
XXII. WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
We expect to make a selection within 30-45
days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified via email
of the outcome. You can also go to "My Account" within USAJOBS to
review your Application Status.
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