The Fiscal and Contract Law Unit handles all aspects of the federal procurement process, including acquisition planning, award determinations, protests, contract administration, and claims resolution. It also provides comprehensive fiscal law advice, to include issues related to bona fide need requirements, augmentation, interagency financing arrangements, authorization concerns, and legislative drafting. The unit further advises on facilities/real estate issues and environmental concerns.
Possess a law degree from an accredited American Bar Association law school. Proof of active membership and good standing with any U. S. jurisdiction bar association. GS-14: Applicants applying for the GS-14 must have 2.5 or more years post J.D. attorney experience. GS-15: Applicants applying for the GS-15 must have 4 or more years of post J.D. attorney experience.
GS-14 Conduct legal research and prepare written analysis on relevant topics. Assist in the FBI's response to bid protests before the GAO. Advise clients verbally and in writing on legal issues relating to subject matter covered by unit. GS-15 Briefs executive management on legal conclusions derived from comprehensive legal research. Serve as lead attorney in GAO protests by acting as counsel of record and leading development of strategy in bid protests. The ideal candidate will possess three years of substantive experience in procurement/government contracts law.