Attorney Advisor
Job Summary
The District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) seeks an Attorney Advisor to work in the Office of the General Counsel. The office provides legal advice and support for DOEE environmental and energy programs that make Washington, D.C. one of the greenest cities in the world. DOEE administers programs to address climate change, resiliency, and sustainability, and implements and enforces laws to protect public health and the District’s air, water, soil, and wildlife. DOEE also develops and implements cutting edge energy and sustainability initiatives, including building energy benchmarking and performance standards, deployment of solar and other green energy alternatives, green workforce development, and utility affordability assistance for eligible District households. The DOEE Office of General Counsel is a full-service legal office, advising Department management and staff on all legal issues involving the administration and operations of the Department.
Duties And Responsibilities
The Attorney Advisor provides legal advice on a wide range of complex legal issues and litigation services to support DOEE’s mission. This includes:
Qualifications And Education
A candidate must be graduates of an ABA-accredited law school with J.D. or LLM degree and have at least one year of post-J.D. or LLM full-time legal experience that has equipped the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Environmental legal experience is also preferred.
Licensure/Certification
The candidate must be a current member of the District of Columbia Bar in good standing. If not currently admitted and in good standing, the candidate must be able to waive in and be admitted to the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of appointment. Also, pursuant to D.C. App. R. 49(c)(8), the candidate selectee not currently admitted to the D.C. Bar must have submitted an application for bar admission to begin work as an Attorney Advisor and present proof of their completed submitted application prior to their appointment. All attorney advisors must remain a member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar during their employment in the Legal Service.
Work Environment
The work will be performed in an office environment. Part-time telework, alternative work schedule, or compressed work schedule options are available.
Other Significant Facts
Duration of Appointment: This position is a 13-month term appointment.
Pay Schedule: LA-0905-12.
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential.
Collective Bargaining: These positions are Union positions covered by Collective Bargaining Unit AFGE 1403.
The District of Columbia Government maintains a drug free work environment policy. All District employees are subject to post-accident/incident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
SALARY RANGE*: $100,172 – $130,250
Position Designation: This position has been deemed Security Sensitive under the guideline of the DC Personnel Manual. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, incumbents must successfully pass a criminal background and consumer credit check as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of their tenure.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
The District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) seeks an Attorney Advisor to work in the Office of the General Counsel. The office provides legal advice and support for DOEE environmental and energy programs that make Washington, D.C. one of the greenest cities in the world. DOEE administers programs to address climate change, resiliency, and sustainability, and implements and enforces laws to protect public health and the District’s air, water, soil, and wildlife. DOEE also develops and implements cutting edge energy and sustainability initiatives, including building energy benchmarking and performance standards, deployment of solar and other green energy alternatives, green workforce development, and utility affordability assistance for eligible District households. The DOEE Office of General Counsel is a full-service legal office, advising Department management and staff on all legal issues involving the administration and operations of the Department.
Duties And Responsibilities
The Attorney Advisor provides legal advice on a wide range of complex legal issues and litigation services to support DOEE’s mission. This includes:
- Providing legal advice and assistance to Department management and staff on the implementation, administration, and enforcement of District and federal environmental and energy laws, regulations, and programs and programs to assist low-income District residents with their utility bills.
- Drafting and/or conducting a legal review, not to include labor or personnel matters, of a variety of documents, including proposed legislation, regulations, policies, guidance, grants, contracts, memoranda of understanding or agreement, permits and licenses, correspondence, and enforcement-related documents;
- Providing legal advice and assistance on general law issues, including administrative laws and regulations such as the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and appropriations and budget matters to support management in the operation and administration of the Department, not to include labor or personnel matters;
- Preparing cases and representing the Department in administrative forums and courts, including the District’s Office of Administrative Hearings, not to include labor or personnel matters;
- Working with attorneys in the District’s Office of the Attorney General on litigation matters related to agency operations, not to include labor or personnel matters; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications And Education
A candidate must be graduates of an ABA-accredited law school with J.D. or LLM degree and have at least one year of post-J.D. or LLM full-time legal experience that has equipped the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Environmental legal experience is also preferred.
Licensure/Certification
The candidate must be a current member of the District of Columbia Bar in good standing. If not currently admitted and in good standing, the candidate must be able to waive in and be admitted to the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of appointment. Also, pursuant to D.C. App. R. 49(c)(8), the candidate selectee not currently admitted to the D.C. Bar must have submitted an application for bar admission to begin work as an Attorney Advisor and present proof of their completed submitted application prior to their appointment. All attorney advisors must remain a member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar during their employment in the Legal Service.
Work Environment
The work will be performed in an office environment. Part-time telework, alternative work schedule, or compressed work schedule options are available.
Other Significant Facts
Duration of Appointment: This position is a 13-month term appointment.
Pay Schedule: LA-0905-12.
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential.
Collective Bargaining: These positions are Union positions covered by Collective Bargaining Unit AFGE 1403.
The District of Columbia Government maintains a drug free work environment policy. All District employees are subject to post-accident/incident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
SALARY RANGE*: $100,172 – $130,250
- This salary range is within the Legal Service salary schedule for Grade 12, Step 1 to Step 10. Salary for candidates in this range will be based on a multitude of factors including experience, background, and applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Position Designation: This position has been deemed Security Sensitive under the guideline of the DC Personnel Manual. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, incumbents must successfully pass a criminal background and consumer credit check as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of their tenure.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.