Associate General Counsel

Full Job Description

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) serves as the chief legal advisor to the Federal Communications Commission and its various bureaus and offices; represents the Commission in litigation in federal courts; recommends decisions in adjudicatory matters before the Commission; assists the Commission in its decision making capacity; and performs a variety of legal functions regarding internal and other administrative matters.

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.

Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES.

Failure to submit all required documentation by the closing date of this vacancy announcement, including adhering to the maximum two-page resume requirement, will result in removal from consideration.

Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s).

If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

Your resume must include your full name, mailing address, phone number, email address, and complete employment history.

For each position listed, please include: Employment dates in MM/YYY - MM/YYY format (or MM/YYYY - Present), Agency/Employer name, Position title, Grade level(s) held and a description of duties performed.

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, you must also demonstrate the following Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs): Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must clearly demonstrate the ability to meet the ECQs within their two (2) page resume (any experience exceeding 2 pages will not be reviewed).

Current or former SES members must submit an SF-50 and/or QRB Certification of ECQs to show current or former service in the SES.

OPM's Guide to the Senior Executive Services Qualifications provides detailed information on the ECQs.

There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) ECQ 1 - Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.

ECQ 2 - Driving Efficiency: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.

ECQ 3 - Merit and Competence: This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

ECQ 4 - Leading People: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture.

This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.

ECQ 5 - Achieving Results: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

MANDATORY TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: All candidates must clearly demonstrate the ability to meet the Mandatory Technical Qualifications within their two (2) page resume (any experience exceeding 2 pages will not be reviewed).

MTQ 1- Demonstrated expert knowledge of telecommunications law, administrative law, and federal regulatory processes governing communications policy, including experience providing authoritative legal advice on complex statutory and regulatory matters, such as interpretation and application of the Communications Act and related statutes; ability to lead legal analysis supporting rulemakings, adjudications, enforcement matters, and/or litigation affecting communications policy and federal regulatory programs.

MTQ 2 - Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex legal and policy initiatives across multiple organizational components within a federal regulatory environment, including experience advising senior leadership on legal strategy; managing high-profile or sensitive legal matters; ensuring consistency in legal interpretations across organizational units; overseeing multidisciplinary teams of attorneys and policy professionals; and coordinating legal priorities with senior officials, commissioners; offices, and external stakeholders.

Major Duties:

The Associate General Counsel serves under the General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsels as the Chief of Staff within the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and functions as a principal advisor to the General Counsel on highly complex legal, policy, and management matters affecting the Commission.

The incumbent is responsible for coordinating legal strategy, overseeing cross-bureau legal initiatives, and ensuring effective management of legal operations within the Office of General Counsel.

Job duties of the Associate General Counsel Chief of Staff include: Serves as Associate General Counsel and Chief of Staff with primary responsibility for providing executive-level leadership and direction in the development and implementation of legal policy and regulatory strategies supporting the Commission's statutory responsibilities.

Oversees legal analysis and policy development involving telecommunications law, administrative law, and federal regulatory policy.

Directs and coordinates legal activities across OGC divisions and works closely with Commission bureaus and offices to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the Communications Act and related statutes.

Serves as the senior management official responsible for coordinating strategic initiatives, operational priorities, and internal management activities within the Office of General Counsel.

Advises the General Counsel on organizational strategy, workload management, and legal priorities.

Ensures coordination of legal matters across the Commission and facilitates communication between OGC leadership, Commissioners' offices, and other bureaus and offices.

Provides authoritative legal advice to the General Counsel and senior Commission leadership on complex legal and regulatory matters involving communications law, administrative law, and federal regulatory policy.

Coordinates the development of Commission-level legal strategies related to major rulemakings, enforcement actions, adjudications, and litigation matters.

Ensures legal consistency across Commission actions and advises on legal risk and policy implications.

Represents the Commission in high-level interactions with other federal agencies, including the Department of Justice, Department of Commerce, and the Federal Trade Commission, on matters involving communications policy, regulatory enforcement, and litigation.

Coordinates legal strategy with other agencies on issues involving telecommunications policy, competition, and administrative law matters.

Leads and supervises senior attorneys and professional staff responsible for legal policy coordination, program management, and operational support within the Office of General Counsel.

Establishes strategic priorities, allocates resources, and ensures effective management of legal programs and operations.

Promotes collaboration across OGC divisions and with Commission bureaus to support the Commission's mission and legal responsibilities.