This position is in the Administrative Law and Legal Review Group (Group), which provides legal analysis and advice on federal securities laws, administrative procedure, and other applicable laws to the SEC. The Group analyzes rulemakings and other recommendations to the Commission prepared by SEC divisions and offices, including the Divisions of Corporation Finance, Investment Management, and Trading and Markets.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following J.D. or LL.B. degree --AND-- Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement. SK-16: Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-14 level. Specialized experience includes: Interpreting and advising on the administrative law statutes, and other regulatory processes that govern the agency's rulemaking activities; AND Providing comprehensive legal research and analysis of complex issues including rulemakings, and other recommendations from various divisions and offices; AND Conveying analysis and information orally through briefings, consultations and other presentations involving federal securities laws and administrative procedures.
The Special Counsel will report initially to the Deputy General Counsel for Administrative Law and Legal Review but will work closely with the Group leadership toward completion of all duties. This position will serve as coordinator for the agency's interactions with the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) within the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and assist with responding to legislation, executive orders and other directives related to the agency's rulemaking activities. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work independently across multiple subject matter areas and exhibit strong judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams with overlapping deadlines. Primary duties include: Develop primary expertise with respect to the requirements of executive orders related to the Commission's rulemaking activities, including Executive Orders 14192, 14215, and 12866, and associated OIRA processes and requirements. Manage and coordinate submissions to OIRA, including rulemakings, and the agency's biannual Unified Agenda, demonstrating general knowledge of the agency's regulatory actions and taking an active role in ensuring that the submissions are timely and accurate. Develop strategies for ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, executive orders and related OMB guidance, identifying potential issues and advising staff on how to address them. Foster a close collaborative relationship with OIRA, other government stakeholders, and agency leadership, including the Chairman's office, to advance agency rulemaking priorities, anticipating potential challenges and making recommendations for their resolution. Brief OGC and agency senior leadership on developments in the law and administrative practice related to the Commission's rulemaking activities. Assist with other rulemaking-related functions or special projects as needed.