Senior Counsel Patent and Trademark Disciplinary Matters

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking a Senior Counsel who will perform a variety of complex and sensitive assignments relating to patent and trademark disciplinary matters that affect the livelihood of patent attorneys and agents throughout the United States and abroad. This position will serve as the technical expert on disciplinary matters and renders legal and policy advice through the General Counsel to the Under Secretary and Director of the USPTO.

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• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• You are required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• If this is your first federal appointment, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period. Current federal service employees may be given a new appointment, and a new probationary period may be required.
• You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
• You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).
• This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position.
• Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) will be required within the first 30 days of appointment.