Law Clerk at U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Who May Apply: This announcement is open to all U.S. citizens and may be used to fill multiple vacancies. The incumbent will serve as a law clerk trainee with an appointment period not to exceed 14 months, pending admission to the bar. Upon admission to the bar, the incumbent may be eligible for conversion to a permanent GS-0905 Attorney Advisor position. Duties: Provide legal advice, staff support, and assistance to judges (Board Members, ALJs, AAJs) and Division Directors, or others involved in matters for which the assigned Division is responsible, on substantive and procedural issues of limited complexity. Review case files, identify and analyze legal issues, and resolve legal disputes. Conduct legal research and prepare drafts of decisions, rulings, orders or memoranda containing legal analyses. Serve as the DAB representative in dealings with the parties in an assigned case or with others. Schedule and participate in evidentiary hearings, oral arguments, or mediation conferences. Complete other assignments and special projects, as assigned. Qualifications Required: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the position qualifications listed in this announcement. All applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications: Education: Must possess a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association. (Must provide transcripts prior to selection). All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. How You Will Be Evaluated: You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you demonstrate proficiency in the core competencies listed below: Analytical thinking Legal writing Sound judgment Attention to detail Collaboration and conflict resolution skills Technological affinity Agility/Adaptability Interest in the law/field Time management/ability to manage multiple priorities Applications will be evaluated by a panel of subject matter experts. If a candidate is deemed qualified, they will be contacted via email or telephone to schedule an interview. Interviews will be evaluated by a selecting committee and those who fall into the best-qualified category will be considered for the position. Instructions to Apply: Please submit the following documents by email to DABCareers@hhs.gov. A cover letter highlighting your proficiencies in the core competencies listed above (optional). Resume (not to exceed 2 pages). One legal writing sample that demonstrates your legal reasoning and analytical skills (not to exceed 10 pages). Your writing sample should be recently written and must be researched, written, and edited by you. For current or former federal employees, please include a copy of your most recent SF-50.