Trial Attorney - Natural Resources Section (Open Continuous)

About this role

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent), be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and be a U.S. citizen or national. Applicants must have the years of post J.D. (or equivalent) legal experience for the specific grade level requirements listed below: At least 1 year of post J.D. litigation and/or judicial experience to qualify for the GS-12 grade level. At least 1.5 years of post J.D.

litigation and/or judicial experience to qualify for the GS-13 grade level. At least 2.5 years of post J.D. litigation and/or judicial experience to qualify for the GS-14 grade level. At least 4 years of post J.D. litigation and/or judicial experience to qualify for the GS-15 grade level. Applicants should have a strong interest in federal litigation, trial work and/or appellate work, and an exceptional academic background.

Judicial clerkship experience and familiarity with defensive civil litigation is highly desirable and knowledge of Fifth Amendment takings, natural resource law, or Indian law is a plus but not a requirement. Applicants must demonstrate superior research, analytical, and writing abilities. Years of experience will determine the appropriate salary level. The possible salary range for Denver, CO.: GS-12 ($ 99,800 - USD 129,742) GS-13 (USD 118,675 - USD 154,280) GS-14 (USD 140,239 - USD 182,316) GS-15 (USD 164,956 - USD 197,200) The possible salary range for Washington D.C.: GS-12 (USD 102,415 - USD 133,142) GS-13 (USD 121,785 - USD 158,322) GS-14 (USD 143,913 - USD 187,093) GS-15 (USD 169,279 - USD 197,200)

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