Supervisory General Attorney (California)
Do you love working in a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment? Do you have an interest in working on complex contract and border-related commercial and search issues? Are litigation and high-level disclosure matters interesting to you? Want to work with an engaging and critical government client that depends on your legal advice and representation, as well as exceptional attorney colleagues?
Look no further! Apply today and become a key member of the legal team for the Office of Chief Counsel (OCC), as the Assistant of Chief Counsel within U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in San Francisco, CA.
Typical work assignments include:
- Serving as the senior principal attorney to all operating components of CBP, including the Office of Field Operations, the ports under that office, the Office of Regulatory Audit, the Border Patrol, and the Office of Air & Marine;
- Responding to and providing legal guidance to clients on the interpretation of Customs, Immigration, and related laws, the scope of authority of CBP officials, the legal implications of their actions, and litigation affecting CBP, both criminal and civil;
- Reviewing cases for possible appeal where a decision is unfavorable to the government, handling appeals or portions thereof, including preparation of motions and briefs and the presentation of oral arguments at the request of the Department of Justice, and directing the representation of CBP before other forums such as state courts and administrative agencies;
- Managing the legal office, planning and implementing a legal program; and
- Supervising and training attorneys and support staff, reviewing work assignments, and making recommendations on hiring, promotion, and awards.
Salary and Benefits
This position may be filled at the GS-15 grade level, depending upon your background, including your level and quality of experience. This position starts at a salary of $183,120.00 (GS-15, Step 1) to $195,200.00 (GS-15, Step 10) with promotion potential to GS-15, Step 10.
Employees receive the full package of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional 401(k) offering.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a minimum of five years of substantive legal experience as a licensed attorney and a minimum of two years of federal service at the GS-0905-14 grade level by the closing of this announcement.
Specialized Education: Applicant must be a graduate from a full course of study in a School of Law accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
You must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process by July 18, 2025.
The closing date for this employment opportunity is July 18, 2025.
Interested in other career opportunities with CBP? Visit www.cbp.gov/careers and check the CBP calendar at www.cbp.gov/cbp-events-calendar frequently for upcoming informational webinars, in-person recruiter events, and virtual career events.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $183,120.00 - $195,200.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
