Attorney Advisor - Washington, United States - US Library of Congress
Description
Duties:
THIS IS AN OPEN CONTINUOUS POSTING. APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AND REVIEWED ON A ROLLING BASIS.
The United States Copyright Office, located within the Library of Congress and under the direction of the Register of Copyrights, administers copyright law, advises Congress and government agencies on legal and policy matters; provides international representation on copyright issues; administers the national copyright registration system; provides collections materials to the Library through voluntary registration and mandatory deposit programs; records documents relating to copyright chain of title; administers statutory license provisions of the law, including collecting and distributing royalties; maintains the world's largest database of copyright public records; and provides information and reference services to the public.
The position description numbers for this position are 12751 and 12752.
The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area.
This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position.
The incumbents for these positions will work a full-time, flextime work schedule.
Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.
Based on complete legal research in a very complex area of law, the incumbent prepares probing, innovative, and fully and accurately documented written arguments, briefs, studies or other analytical documents which involve complex legal or policy variables within broad areas of U.S.
Performs probing and innovative legal research and prepares regulations, briefs, memoranda, and other legal materials and documents in consultation with the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel or other senior staff.
The incumbent is expected to be able to complete such research independently and to need little guidance from the supervisor or senior staff.
Prepares for the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel or other senior staff authoritative descriptive and background reports, compilations, surveys, comparison of laws and bills, and other written projects for use by the Copyright Office, members of Congress and their staff, and high level officials from other federal agencies and private organizations.
Such reports contribute significantly to the understanding of the nature of legal issues before the Office primarily on the domestic front while cognizant of any international developments or implications and provide an authoritative basis for the consideration of legislative or regulatory proposals.
Reviews difficult and complex legal and administrative matters such as proposed administrative policies, procedures, regulations, and other agency publications to evaluate the legality and effect on the agency.
Analyzes the factual and legal issues presented to determine whether further information is needed, and if so, how best to obtain that information.
Prepares and delivers oral presentations at copyright programs, meetings, and hearings employing the incumbent's broad knowledge of legal issues and current copyright and intellectual property concerns.
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana.
The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library.
In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.Qualifications:
Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.
Knowledge of Copyright Law.
Ability to Conduct Legal Research.
Ability to Convey Legal Analysis and Information Orally through Briefings, Meetings, and Presentations.
Ability to Work Collaboratively with Others.
Ability to Write/Communicate in Writing.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
Education:
Basic Requirements
Applicants must possess an LL.B. or J.D., or higher degree from a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American
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