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ATTORNEY ADVISOR (GENERAL)

Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations
Location
Washington Navy Yard, DC
Compensation
$105,383 - $158,322 / year

How to apply

Source: USAJOBS · Bespree is not the employer.

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Job description

Summary

These positions are in the Office of the Judge Advocate General, Disability Evaluation System Counsel Program (DESCP). The incumbent will serve as a Disability Evaluation System (DES) Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) Attorney providing legal support, cogent advice, and representation of Sailors and Marines, active duty and reserve, in this highly specialized and unique field of Physical Disability Law.

Duties

You will provide case assessment, legal advice, legal briefings, and representation to Sailors and Marines who are undergoing the DES process.

You will serve as the subject matter expert in this complex and constantly evolving practice area.

You will independently conduct legal research pertaining to medical issues; conduct examination of witnesses; provide case assessment, legal advice, and recommendations to the Service member in support of the case.

Qualifications

Must possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D) degree from an ABA accredited law school, be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State of the United States or a Territory of the United States and possess at least three (3) years of post-law school legal experience as either a military judge advocate, a government civilian attorney, or an attorney in private practice?providing client representation and demonstrated litigation experience in disability law or other legal experience commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of this position. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. 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. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Education

Must have a J.D. Degree from an ABA accredited law school.

Locations

Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia

Jacksonville, Florida

National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland

Camp Lejeune, North Carolina

Benefits

A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefit package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. o Benefits for federal employees (https://www.usa.gov/benefits-for-federal-employees#item-36407) o Healthcare insurance (https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/) o Pay and Leave (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/pay-and-leave/) (http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Benefits/Pages/Default.aspx) Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Evaluation

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the following criteria. Applicants will be evaluated on: Eligible applicants will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of the experience or related education as reflected in their resume. Candidates are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show possession of knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position, the technical skills to successfully perform the duties of the position, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

Required documents

A complete resume is required. Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week if experience was less than full time (35-40 hours per week), and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience. TIP: A good way to ensure you include all essential information is to use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS to create your resume. Resume should also include the following: - Vacancy Announcement # - Preferred "Duty Location" from among those listed above. - Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers. (Do NOT include your SSN or personal photo on your resume.) - Country of citizenship. - Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. - Information about your paid and nonpaid work experiences related to this position including job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary. - You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments. Current federal government employees should indicate their current GS and step level or equivalent grade and salary. Writing sample of two pages or less. The writing sample may be an excerpt of a longer document but shall not exceed two pages in actual length. An official certificate issued within the past 3 months showing the applicant is a member in good standing of the Bar of the highest court of a State of the United States or a Territory of the United States or sufficient proof that the same has been requested with the appropriate licensing authority. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/) Failure to provide all required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to apply

Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to DESCP Admin at: DESCP_Admin@us.navy.mil Facsimile applications will not be considered. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. A single file containing all required documents is preferred. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Additional information

This is an internal notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy: Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia 1 vacancy at one of the following locations: Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida Camp Lejeune, NC Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. This position is not covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. This position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. The Department of Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The Department of the Navy provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Referral Lists will be issued on an as needed basis as vacancies occur. All eligibility and qualifications must be met by the referral cut-off date. A recruitment incentive may be authorized if the agency has determined that this position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive.

About employer

The United States federal government offers civilian positions across its agencies and offices.

Employment type
Full-time
Date posted
Oct 15, 2026
Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia

How to apply

Source: USAJOBS · Bespree is not the employer.

Need a resume for this application?

Tailor your resume for this job

Job description

Summary

These positions are in the Office of the Judge Advocate General, Disability Evaluation System Counsel Program (DESCP). The incumbent will serve as a Disability Evaluation System (DES) Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) Attorney providing legal support, cogent advice, and representation of Sailors and Marines, active duty and reserve, in this highly specialized and unique field of Physical Disability Law.

Duties

You will provide case assessment, legal advice, legal briefings, and representation to Sailors and Marines who are undergoing the DES process.

You will serve as the subject matter expert in this complex and constantly evolving practice area.

You will independently conduct legal research pertaining to medical issues; conduct examination of witnesses; provide case assessment, legal advice, and recommendations to the Service member in support of the case.

Qualifications

Must possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D) degree from an ABA accredited law school, be a member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State of the United States or a Territory of the United States and possess at least three (3) years of post-law school legal experience as either a military judge advocate, a government civilian attorney, or an attorney in private practice?providing client representation and demonstrated litigation experience in disability law or other legal experience commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of this position. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. 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. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Education

Must have a J.D. Degree from an ABA accredited law school.

Locations

Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia

Jacksonville, Florida

National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland

Camp Lejeune, North Carolina

Benefits

A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefit package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. o Benefits for federal employees (https://www.usa.gov/benefits-for-federal-employees#item-36407) o Healthcare insurance (https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/) o Pay and Leave (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/pay-and-leave/) (http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Benefits/Pages/Default.aspx) Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Evaluation

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the following criteria. Applicants will be evaluated on: Eligible applicants will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of the experience or related education as reflected in their resume. Candidates are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show possession of knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position, the technical skills to successfully perform the duties of the position, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

Required documents

A complete resume is required. Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week if experience was less than full time (35-40 hours per week), and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience. TIP: A good way to ensure you include all essential information is to use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS to create your resume. Resume should also include the following: - Vacancy Announcement # - Preferred "Duty Location" from among those listed above. - Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers. (Do NOT include your SSN or personal photo on your resume.) - Country of citizenship. - Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. - Information about your paid and nonpaid work experiences related to this position including job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary. - You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments. Current federal government employees should indicate their current GS and step level or equivalent grade and salary. Writing sample of two pages or less. The writing sample may be an excerpt of a longer document but shall not exceed two pages in actual length. An official certificate issued within the past 3 months showing the applicant is a member in good standing of the Bar of the highest court of a State of the United States or a Territory of the United States or sufficient proof that the same has been requested with the appropriate licensing authority. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/) Failure to provide all required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to apply

Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to DESCP Admin at: DESCP_Admin@us.navy.mil Facsimile applications will not be considered. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. A single file containing all required documents is preferred. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Additional information

This is an internal notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy: Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia 1 vacancy at one of the following locations: Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida Camp Lejeune, NC Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. This position is not covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. This position is in the excepted service and does not confer competitive status. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. The Department of Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The Department of the Navy provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Referral Lists will be issued on an as needed basis as vacancies occur. All eligibility and qualifications must be met by the referral cut-off date. A recruitment incentive may be authorized if the agency has determined that this position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

About employer

The United States federal government offers civilian positions across its agencies and offices.