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Applicants must have demonstrated experience which shows competence in the qualifications as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which includes interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Applicants must have at least three years of specialized experience equivalent to the federal government GS-15, JSP-15 or CL 31 or executive-level private sector experience, which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position.

1. From the level descriptions below, select the one that best describes your education.

A. Yes, I possess a law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.

B. No, I do not possess a law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.

2. Are you an active member of the bar of a State, Territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Federal court of general jurisdiction?

A. Yes, I am an active member of the bar of a State, Territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Federal court of general jurisdiction.

B. No, I am not an active member of the bar of a State, Territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Federal court of general jurisdiction.

3. Do you have at least seven years of post J.D. legal experience?

A. Yes, I have at least seven years of post J.D. legal experience.

B. No, I do not have at least seven years of post J.D. legal experience.

4. Applicants must have at least three years of specialized experience equivalent to the federal government GS-15, JSP-15 or CL 31 or executive-level private sector experience, which provides evidence of leadership responsibility that is indicative of executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined in the MandatoryTechnical Qualifications (MTQs) and Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) listed the announcement. Specialized experience for this position is defined as follows:

Demonstrated expertise in the political, administrative, and legislative processes of Congress.
Demonstrated ability to provide strategic advice and communications with executive level officers.
Demonstrated executive level ability to solve complex and sensitive problems.

A. Yes, I have at least three years, but less than five years of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position.

B. Yes, I have at least five years but less than ten years of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position.

C. Yes, I have more than ten years of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position.

D. No, I do not possess the specialized experience described above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

5. Is your specialized experience equivalent to the federal government GS-15, JSP-15 or CL 31 or executive-level private sector experience?

A. Yes

B. No

6. Do you possess previous Capitol Hill experience?

A. Yes

B. No

7. Please address your previous Capitol Hill experience. THIS IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. Please limit your response to 2,000 characters or less.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

Which level best describes your experience overseeing and monitoring legislative and congressional initiatives for an organization and its officers?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

9. Which level best describes your experience serving as a primary advisor to high-level executives on legislative matters?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

10. Which level best describes your experience promoting communication with Congress, the executive branch, state governments, bar associations, and other legal groups?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

11. Which level best describes your experience communicating and interacting with managers from other government entities and the private sector to advance programs, solve problems, negotiate solutions, and accomplish goals?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

12. Where did you hear about this job posting?

A. LinkedIn

B. USAJOBS

C. Brad Traverse

D. National Center for State Courts

E. Roll Call

F. Other

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

13. I understand that I must address and attach an uploaded document to my application for the Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Failure to submit these documents could result in non consideration for this position.

A. Yes

B. No

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