Senior Staff Attorney; Senior Executive

The Senior Staff Attorney is the chief operating officer for the Staff Attorneys' Office. The Senior Staff Attorney directs attorneys and administrative staff, with full responsibility for the legal and administrative operations of the office, including long‑range strategic planning, policy development and implementation, and budget oversight.

• Employer subsidized health and life insurance plans.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and mass transit subsidies.
• On‑site fitness center.
• Federal retirement entails a pension plan (FERS‑FRAE) and employer‑matching Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K).
• Retirees may carry insurance plans into retirement while paying the same premiums as employees.
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• Annual time off – 13 vacation days, 13 sick leave days, and 11 paid holidays.
• Vacation days increase to 20 days after three years and to 26 days after fifteen years.
• Hybrid telework schedule may be available.

• Membership in good standing in the bar of a state, territorial or federal court of general jurisdiction.
• Expertise in federal appellate, civil, and criminal procedure, as well as significant understanding of constitutional law.
• At least ten years of experience in the practice of law, legal research, or legal administration, and at least five years of substantial management responsibility.
• Superior analytical, research, and writing skills; outstanding written and oral communication abilities; strong interpersonal skills; knowledge of automated systems; and a demonstrated ability to manage professional staff.

• Related experience in a federal court, government agency, or equivalent environment.
• Specialized education in public or judicial administration.
• Training in court management.