Overview
The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) is seeking Supervisory Attorney Advisors to lead teams of attorney advisors, judicial law clerks, paralegal specialists, and other professional support staff. The role involves managing the review of complex legal questions and drafting proposed orders with recommendations for disposition on a variety of immigration law issues. These proposed orders are then voted on for acceptance as final orders.
Responsibilities
- Direct a team reviewing cases under 8 C.F.R. 1003.1(d)(3), applying "de novo" review to legal, discretionary, and judgment issues, and "clear error" review to factual findings and credibility determinations.
- Monitor and examine formal filings for legal sufficiency and ensure procedural requirements are met in submissions from party representatives.
- Review research conducted by the team to assess adequacy of evidence supporting administrative findings of fact and proper exercise of administrative discretion.
- Provide guidance in evaluating facts and evidence to interpret and apply statutes and regulations in en banc matters, precedent decisions, or unusually complex cases.
- Advise and counsel employees on work and administrative matters.
- Prepare memoranda summarizing case facts and draft proposed orders for appellate Immigration Judges to review and vote on.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
- Must complete a background investigation, credit check, and drug test.
- Selective Service Registration is required, if applicable.
- A two-year trial period may be required.
- Salary payments must be made by direct deposit.
- A Supervisory Probationary Period may be required.
Qualifications
Required Experience for GS-15 Level:
- Possession of a J.D. degree.
- Active membership in the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction.
- At least 4 full years of post-J.D. legal or equivalent relevant experience.
- U.S. citizenship or nationality.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate this experience in their resume. Qualifying experience is calculated only after receipt of the J.D. or LL.B. Degree. Resumes must include full name, contact information, employment dates, employer names, position titles, grade levels (if applicable), hours worked (if less than full time), and detailed duties performed. Experience on a less than full-time basis must specify the percentage and duration.
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Education
Education used to qualify must be from an institution accredited by a U.S. Department of Education recognized accrediting body. Transcripts or documentation supporting educational claims are required.
For foreign education, credentials must be evaluated by a private organization specializing in foreign education interpretation and deemed equivalent to accredited U.S. education programs. Translated transcripts are required.
Additional Information
- This position may offer a remote work option with management approval.
- Only U.S. Citizens or Nationals are eligible for employment. Dual citizens will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Applicants must meet residency requirements: for three of the five years prior to application, applicants must have resided in the U.S., worked overseas for the U.S. in a Federal or military capacity, or been a dependent of a Federal or military employee serving overseas.
- Additional positions may be filled from this announcement within 90 days of certificate issuance.
Compensation & Benefits
Federal employment offers a comprehensive benefits package, including access to a range of benefits for employees and their families. Eligibility depends on the type of position (full-time, part-time, or intermittent). Specific benefits information can be obtained from the hiring agency.
Location
Not specified; remote work may be available with approval.