Technical Assistant
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Judicial Branch
United States Citizens Term NTE 1 year Full Time Option: Full or Part-time work schedule.
The Federal Circuit is unique among the thirteen Circuit Courts of Appeals, as it has nationwide jurisdiction in a variety of subject areas. Appeals to the court come from all federal district courts, the United States Court of Federal Claims, the United States Court of International Trade, and the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The court also takes appeals of certain administrative agencies' decisions, including the United States Merit Systems Protection Board, the Boards of Contract Appeals, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Decisions of the United States International Trade Commission, the Office of Compliance of the United States Congress and the Government Accountability Office Personnel Appeals Board are also reviewed by the court. The court's jurisdiction consists of administrative law cases, intellectual property cases, and cases involving money damages against the United States government. The administrative law cases consist of personnel and veterans claims. Nearly all of the intellectual property cases involve patents. Suits for money damages against the United States government include government contract cases, tax refund appeals, unlawful takings, and civilian and military pay cases.
The position is located in the Office of the Senior Technical Assistant (STA's Office), which, along with the Office of the Senior Staff Attorney (SSA), is part of the Office of General Counsel (OGC). The STA's Office uses the scientific and legal backgrounds of its attorneys to help the court deal with technical issues, as well as with patent and other legal issues in which the court is involved in its variety of jurisdictional areas. The Technical Assistant (TA) provides substantive legal and scientific/technical analysis to the office of the STA and serves in the capacity of a Staff Attorney as needed by the Office of the SSA.
You must be a U.S. Citizen. See Key Requirements under the Requirements Section.
Reviews draft precedential opinions for conflict and confusion with the law of the circuit at the request of a judge.
Acts as a Staff Attorney as required by the Office of the SSA. Reviews motions and petitions for writs of mandamus and prepares draft orders. Presents draft orders resolving motions and mandamus petitions to judges and explains the proposed recommendations.
Performs legal research, and prepares written comments for consideration by judges, concerning draft precedential opinions.
Assists judges and law clerks on legal and scientific/technical issues in particular cases before the court.
Drafts memoranda advising the court on issues presented in en banc proceedings.
Assists the Chief Judge and other court judges in performing research and special projects. Communicates findings to judges orally and in writing.
Performs other functions in relation to the work of the court as directed by the STA and General Counsel/SSA.
The successful candidate must be a law school graduate and member of the bar of a state, territorial or federal court of general jurisdiction. In addition, an undergraduate degree in science or engineering is required.
CL 30
A minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible work experience as a lawyer involving patent law (for a court, law firm, federal government agency, etc.).
The overall experience must also include a minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible and substantial experience at the CL-29 or equivalent grade level.
CL 31
A minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible work experience as a lawyer involving patent law (for a court, law firm, federal government agency, etc.).
The overall experience must also include a minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible and substantial experience at the CL-30 or equivalent grade level.
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: (1) unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:
_KEY REQUIREMENTS_
The ideal candidate should be an attorney interested in all areas of the court's jurisdiction and federal appellate practice; have a general knowledge of United States Patent and Trade Office (PTO) practice and patent prosecution, as well as familiarity with litigation in federal courts, including knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and of Evidence; have the ability to conduct legal research with all available sources and provide proposed solutions based on that research; and be skilled in the oral and written presentation of legal and scientific/technical matters.
_OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS_
This is an Excepted Appointment and At Will position. Federal Government Civil Service classifications or regulations do not apply. As a condition of employment, applicants must successfully complete an FBI Fingerprint and Background Check. This position is subject to EFT (direct deposit of earnings). Must be a U. S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States.
Non-Citizens may be interviewed and considered for employment, but employment offers will only be made to individuals who qualify under one of the exceptions in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B). Under 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3) (B), a lawful permanent resident seeking citizenship may not apply for citizenship until he or she has been a permanent resident for at least five years (three years if seeking naturalization as a spouse of a citizen), at which point he or she must apply for citizenship within six months of becoming eligible, and must complete the process within two years of applying (unless there is a delay caused by the processors of the application). Non-citizens who have not been permanent residents for five years will be required to execute an affidavit that they intend to apply for citizenship when they become eligible to do so.
Applicants will be evaluated based upon review of their qualifications and the application package.
Application packages should include a cover letter, resume, and writing sample. The writing sample (please limit to 20 pages) should not consist of a law review or other work substantially edited by others.
You may mail or email your completed package to:
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Human Resources, Suite 410
717 Madison Place, NW
Washington, DC 20439
Attention: Technical Assistant, CAFC-14-06
E-Mail: ts
Application packages must be received no later than the closing date.
Cover letter, resume, and writing sample (limit to 20 pages). The cover letter should specifically address the applicant's experience that meets the required knowledge, skills, and abilities set out in this vacancy announcement.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted, and must travel at their own expense.
Reimbursement for relocation is not available. Questions about this recruitment may be addressed ts .
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Standard Federal Government Benefits, Holidays, etc. apply.
The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this announcement, commence interviews immediately, withdraw the announcement, or fill the position at any time, any of which actions may occur without notice.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Judicial Branch
United States Citizens Term NTE 1 year Full Time Option: Full or Part-time work schedule.
The Federal Circuit is unique among the thirteen Circuit Courts of Appeals, as it has nationwide jurisdiction in a variety of subject areas. Appeals to the court come from all federal district courts, the United States Court of Federal Claims, the United States Court of International Trade, and the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. The court also takes appeals of certain administrative agencies' decisions, including the United States Merit Systems Protection Board, the Boards of Contract Appeals, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Decisions of the United States International Trade Commission, the Office of Compliance of the United States Congress and the Government Accountability Office Personnel Appeals Board are also reviewed by the court. The court's jurisdiction consists of administrative law cases, intellectual property cases, and cases involving money damages against the United States government. The administrative law cases consist of personnel and veterans claims. Nearly all of the intellectual property cases involve patents. Suits for money damages against the United States government include government contract cases, tax refund appeals, unlawful takings, and civilian and military pay cases.
The position is located in the Office of the Senior Technical Assistant (STA's Office), which, along with the Office of the Senior Staff Attorney (SSA), is part of the Office of General Counsel (OGC). The STA's Office uses the scientific and legal backgrounds of its attorneys to help the court deal with technical issues, as well as with patent and other legal issues in which the court is involved in its variety of jurisdictional areas. The Technical Assistant (TA) provides substantive legal and scientific/technical analysis to the office of the STA and serves in the capacity of a Staff Attorney as needed by the Office of the SSA.
You must be a U.S. Citizen. See Key Requirements under the Requirements Section.
Reviews draft precedential opinions for conflict and confusion with the law of the circuit at the request of a judge.
Acts as a Staff Attorney as required by the Office of the SSA. Reviews motions and petitions for writs of mandamus and prepares draft orders. Presents draft orders resolving motions and mandamus petitions to judges and explains the proposed recommendations.
Performs legal research, and prepares written comments for consideration by judges, concerning draft precedential opinions.
Assists judges and law clerks on legal and scientific/technical issues in particular cases before the court.
Drafts memoranda advising the court on issues presented in en banc proceedings.
Assists the Chief Judge and other court judges in performing research and special projects. Communicates findings to judges orally and in writing.
Performs other functions in relation to the work of the court as directed by the STA and General Counsel/SSA.
The successful candidate must be a law school graduate and member of the bar of a state, territorial or federal court of general jurisdiction. In addition, an undergraduate degree in science or engineering is required.
CL 30
A minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible work experience as a lawyer involving patent law (for a court, law firm, federal government agency, etc.).
The overall experience must also include a minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible and substantial experience at the CL-29 or equivalent grade level.
CL 31
A minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible work experience as a lawyer involving patent law (for a court, law firm, federal government agency, etc.).
The overall experience must also include a minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible and substantial experience at the CL-30 or equivalent grade level.
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: (1) unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:
_KEY REQUIREMENTS_
The ideal candidate should be an attorney interested in all areas of the court's jurisdiction and federal appellate practice; have a general knowledge of United States Patent and Trade Office (PTO) practice and patent prosecution, as well as familiarity with litigation in federal courts, including knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and of Evidence; have the ability to conduct legal research with all available sources and provide proposed solutions based on that research; and be skilled in the oral and written presentation of legal and scientific/technical matters.
_OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS_
This is an Excepted Appointment and At Will position. Federal Government Civil Service classifications or regulations do not apply. As a condition of employment, applicants must successfully complete an FBI Fingerprint and Background Check. This position is subject to EFT (direct deposit of earnings). Must be a U. S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States.
Non-Citizens may be interviewed and considered for employment, but employment offers will only be made to individuals who qualify under one of the exceptions in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B). Under 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3) (B), a lawful permanent resident seeking citizenship may not apply for citizenship until he or she has been a permanent resident for at least five years (three years if seeking naturalization as a spouse of a citizen), at which point he or she must apply for citizenship within six months of becoming eligible, and must complete the process within two years of applying (unless there is a delay caused by the processors of the application). Non-citizens who have not been permanent residents for five years will be required to execute an affidavit that they intend to apply for citizenship when they become eligible to do so.
Applicants will be evaluated based upon review of their qualifications and the application package.
Application packages should include a cover letter, resume, and writing sample. The writing sample (please limit to 20 pages) should not consist of a law review or other work substantially edited by others.
You may mail or email your completed package to:
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Human Resources, Suite 410
717 Madison Place, NW
Washington, DC 20439
Attention: Technical Assistant, CAFC-14-06
E-Mail: ts
Application packages must be received no later than the closing date.
Cover letter, resume, and writing sample (limit to 20 pages). The cover letter should specifically address the applicant's experience that meets the required knowledge, skills, and abilities set out in this vacancy announcement.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted, and must travel at their own expense.
Reimbursement for relocation is not available. Questions about this recruitment may be addressed ts .
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Standard Federal Government Benefits, Holidays, etc. apply.
The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this announcement, commence interviews immediately, withdraw the announcement, or fill the position at any time, any of which actions may occur without notice.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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