Director Law Office
U.S. Air Force - Agency Wide
Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The incumbent reports to the SES Command Counsel, Air Force Materiel Command. Air Force Materiel Command Law Office (AFMCLO) consists of the Procurement Fraud Division, Acquisition Law Division, and Intellectual Property Law Division. Responsibilities The incumbent reports to the SES Command Counsel, Air Force Materiel Command. The AFMCLO consists of the Procurement Fraud Division, Acquisition Law Division, and Intellectual Property Law Division. The AFMCLO provides advice on a wide range of extremely complex systems acquisition, procurement fraud, acquisition ethics, intellectual property, patent, and Government-Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) plant issues in order to provide highly accurate, precise, and timely legal counsel and recommendations to senior leadership at HQ AFMC, AFLCMC, AFRL, AFMC field organizations and other Air Force acquisition activities worldwide. AFMCLO attorneys provide expert procurement law advice and guidance; render legal opinions and assist in negotiations on procurement matters; resolve mistake in bid allegations arising under Air Force contracts; review findings and decisions of contracting officers on supported programs; coordinate criminal, civil, administrative and contractual remedies arising from procurement fraud; and advise on ethics, technical data, patent and patent rights issues. Plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the AFMCLO. Incumbent develops goals and objectives that integrate Command objectives. Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, and mission objectives. Incumbent reviews and structures the Law Office in order to optimize use of resources and maximize efficiency and effectiveness of the organization. Balances workload and provides overall direction and vision to division chiefs on a wide range of System Acquisition, Procurement Fraud Remedies, Ethics, Intellectual Property, and administrative issues. Incumbent establishes metric and analysis systems for divisions in order to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory procedures. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Qualification Requirements: Your 2-page resume must demonstrate the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments to the qualifications. If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. At this time, only a resume (capped at 2 pages) is required. A panel may assess whether you possess the required ECQs and MTQs through resume review, assessments, and/or interview later. A. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires admission to the bar: applicant must be a graduate from a full course of study in a School of Law accredited by the American Bar Association and provide a certificate of good standing and active status in the bar of any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. B. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following: 1. Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition law associated with complex systems acquisition, government procurement, procurement fraud, ethics matters, environmental matters, intellectual property and real property issues; to include government contract-related litigation and litigation support. Demonstrated experience in acquisition strategy planning, source selection, procurement policy, the federal legislative process, and the ability to provide authoriative legal counsel to senior Dapartment of the Air Force leaders on these items. In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. The individual must possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required--this information should be embedded within the application package (Resume and Mandatory Technical Qualifications). Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certificate of Completion of SESCDP) of your eligibility for appointment to the SES. Education Must have graduated with a Juris Doctor (J.D) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA). The Incumbent must be a current active member and member in good standing of the Bar from a state or territory of the United States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or the District of Columbia. The attorney must maintain such bar membership in at least one jurisdiction during the entire course of employment with the Air Force. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win...airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. SALARY: $182,491.00 - $207,500.00 per annum (Air Force Tier 1). Additionally, SES members are eligible for bonuses. MOBILITY: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES and DISES leaders and generally is a key to advancement. Therefore, mobility is a condition of employment and appointed SES and DISES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Additional Information Veterans' Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES. Relocation Authorized: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
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