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$133,330

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$64.10

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$61,000

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$29.33

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$121,060

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  • Senior Attorney, Contracts
    Eaton Corporation    Moon Township, PA 15108
     Posted 1 day    

    Eaton’s Corporate Sector division is currently seeking a Senior Attorney, Contracts.

    The expected annual salary range for this role is $120075.03 - $176110.04 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

    Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

    **What you’ll do:**

    Join Our Team: Making a Difference at Eaton

    Eaton is seeking a Senior Attorney who will play a pivotal role in spearheading the review and leadership of intricate commercial agreements that are vital to both our customers and suppliers. This esteemed position is at the forefront of offering premier legal support to Eaton’s Electrical/Industrial Sectors and the Global Supply Chain organization. The Senior Attorney will assume the crucial responsibility of imparting sound, practical legal advice on contractual and commercial risks, thereby guiding our diverse business ventures. This position can be based out of our Beachwood, OH or Moon Twp, PA locations with hybrid work available.

    Our commitment: We’re not just about business; we’re about making a difference. Our team is dedicated to improving lives and safeguarding the environment through our products and services.

    What will you do?

    This pivotal role involves leading the negotiation and execution of complex contracts, meticulously reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting terms and conditions to identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks. The Senior Attorney will ensure all contractual terms are comprehensively addressed by the appropriate functions—credit, engineering, finance, operations, product management, risk management, supply chain, etc.—and approved in accordance with corporate policies.

    Collaboration is key; therefore, the candidate will work closely with various departments, including Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Credit, Sales, Trade Compliance, and other Specialty Practice Groups within the Law Team. As a trusted advisor, the Senior Attorney will guide the organization in enterprise risk management, process optimization, and the adoption of new technologies to streamline legal services.

    What will make you successful?

    The ideal candidate for this position will be highly detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work independently under minimal supervision. They should possess a strong interpersonal and leadership skill set that is effective across all levels of the organization, coupled with a proven track record of building organizational capability.

    We are looking for candidates who are diverse in their backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and who can bring fresh and innovative ideas to our team.

    **Qualifications:**

    Basic Qualifications

    • Juris Doctor (J.D.) required and a license to practice in one of 50 U.S. States.

    • A minimum of 5 years’ work experience with proven ability to learn new skills and responsibilities.

    • No relocation being offered for this position candidates must be located within a 50 mile radius of Beachwood, OH or Moon Twp, PA to be considered.

    • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

    Preferred Requirements

    • Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certification.

    We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

    Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

    You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

    To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

    We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Intellectual Property Attorney - Multiple Offices
    Fox Rothschild LLP    Pittsburgh, PA 15222
     Posted 3 days    

    Intellectual Property Attorney - Multiple Offices

    **Boston, MA ; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Princeton, NJ; Seattle, WA; Washington, D.C.; West Palm Beach, FL**

    **Description:** Fox Rothschild has an opening in multiple offices for a senior Intellectual PropertyAttorneywith 6-10 years of experience.

    **Qualifications:** Juris Doctorate (JD) required. The candidate must be licensed to practice in the state where the office resides.

    **Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:**

    + Strong academic record and excellent written and oral communication skills required.

    + USPTO registration required.

    + Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, bioengineering, or a related area required.

    + Advanced degree (MS and/or PhD) preferred.

    **Work Environment & Physical Demands:**

    + This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to computers, telephones, printers, and copiers.

    **Physical Requirements**

    + Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

    **Visual Acuity**

    + Worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

    **Compensation & Benefits**

    + The salary ranges for this position apply to New York, Seattle, and Washington, DC. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this position is$245,000 to $295,000in New York and Washington, DC, and$240,000 to $290,000in Seattle.

    + For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com) (https://www.foxrothschild.com/careers-for-attorneys/compensation-benefits)

    **DISCLAIMER**

    Fox Rothschild is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.

    The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contractor employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

    Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Intellectual Property Attorney - Multiple Offices
    Fox Rothschild LLP    Philadelphia, PA 19133
     Posted 3 days    

    Intellectual Property Attorney - Multiple Offices

    **Boston, MA ; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Princeton, NJ; Seattle, WA; Washington, D.C.; West Palm Beach, FL**

    **Description:** Fox Rothschild has an opening in multiple offices for a senior Intellectual PropertyAttorneywith 6-10 years of experience.

    **Qualifications:** Juris Doctorate (JD) required. The candidate must be licensed to practice in the state where the office resides.

    **Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:**

    + Strong academic record and excellent written and oral communication skills required.

    + USPTO registration required.

    + Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, bioengineering, or a related area required.

    + Advanced degree (MS and/or PhD) preferred.

    **Work Environment & Physical Demands:**

    + This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to computers, telephones, printers, and copiers.

    **Physical Requirements**

    + Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

    **Visual Acuity**

    + Worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

    **Compensation & Benefits**

    + The salary ranges for this position apply to New York, Seattle, and Washington, DC. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this position is$245,000 to $295,000in New York and Washington, DC, and$240,000 to $290,000in Seattle.

    + For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com) (https://www.foxrothschild.com/careers-for-attorneys/compensation-benefits)

    **DISCLAIMER**

    Fox Rothschild is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.

    The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contractor employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

    Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • SUPERVISORY ATTORNEY-ADVISER
    Securities and Exchange Commission    Philadelphia, PA 19133
     Posted 5 days    

    Summary The Division of Examinations - Philadelphia Regional Office is filling one position for a Supervisory Attorney-Adviser, SK-0905-15 in Philadelphia, PA. Responsibilities At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. The mission of the Division of Examinations is to protect investors, ensure market integrity and support responsible capital formation through risk-focused strategies that: (1) improve compliance; (2) prevent fraud; (3) monitor risk; and (4) inform policy. The results of the Division's examinations are used by the SEC to inform rule-making initiatives, identify and monitor risks, improve industry practices and pursue misconduct. If selected, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for supporting EXAMS' mission to conduct and coordinate the nationwide examination program for entities over which the Commission has regulatory authority. As a Supervisory Attorney-Adviser, you will: Direct employees responsible for working and/or consulting with a variety of individuals conducting examinations; Operate or oversee inspections in regards to surveillance and/or risk management of broker-dealers, investment advisers, investment companies, municipal advisors, and transfer agents; Serve as a member of an examination team in an audit or examination program of a federal, state or regulatory body in the securities or financial services industry; Assist in the planning for and conducting of examinations of broker-dealers, investment advisers, investment companies, municipal advisors, and transfer agents; and Provide expert analysis and review of activities related to the federal securities law requirements applicable to broker-dealer, investment advisers, investment companies, municipal advisors, and transfer agents. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following J.D. or LL.B. degree --AND-- Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement. SK-15: Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS/SK-13 level. Specialized experience includes: Providing legal advice on federal securities laws and compliance issues as they relate to securities-related financial institutions, such as investment advisers, investment companies, broker-dealers, clearing agencies, or transfer agents; AND Preparing reports of findings and/or conclusions; AND/OR leading teams of staff with varying backgrounds (e.g., legal, accounting, examining) and experience. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show 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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional Information IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) is available to individuals who have special priority selection rights under this plan. Individuals must be minimally qualified for this position to receive consideration for special priority selection. CTAP eligibles will be considered minimally qualified if they meet the minimum requirements for this position. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation for disability to participate in the application process at the SEC, submit the form for Reasonable Accommodation for Participation in Job Application Process here. Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants: Federal EEO laws protect all applicants from discrimination on the following bases: race, color, sex (not limited to conduct which is sexual in nature, includes pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, transgender status), age (40 and over), religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, retaliation for participating in the EEO process or opposing discrimination. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against on any EEO basis can seek recourse through the SEC's administrative complaints process. To be timely, an individual must enter the EEO process within 45 days from when they know (or should have known) of the alleged discrimination. Click here for additional information.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Legal Administrative Specialist
    Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys    Scranton, PA 18503
     Posted 5 days    

    Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being announced to applicants eligible to apply through Merit Staffing procedures under 24-PAM-12533764-MS. Responsibilities Provides a range of technical legal and administrative support to one or more Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs). Work involves creation and editing of legal documents, tracking cases and assists in receiving, evaluating, producing, and presenting discovery in civil, criminal and appellate cases. Work requires specialized knowledge of processes, procedures, and practices of legal support activities, as well as knowledge of administrative office skills to assigned areas. Typical assignments and duties will include: Prepares, proofreads and cite-checks legal documents. Assembles tables of authorities and tables of contents for legal briefs. Reviews incoming materials and independently determines the need for preparation of a variety of technical legal documents such as complaints, motions, orders, pleadings and subpoenas. Assists with preparation of trial exhibits. Provides automated assistance to attorneys in trial preparation and assists with courtroom presentations. Utilizes various software applications and graphics hardware such as scanners and plotters. Conducts factual legal research using computerized databases and other sources. Provides legal and administrative support to multiple attorneys. Tracks appointments and cases, assists in receiving, evaluating, producing, and presenting discovery. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GS-5: To be eligible at the GS-5 level, you must have: at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level; or four years of education above the high school level; or a combination of both specialized experience and education as explained below. Specialized experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as performing the following types of duties: providing basic legal and administrative support to one or more attorneys including preparing and processing routine and recurring legal documents; reviewing documents with legal implications for accuracy and completeness, (e.g., court documents, real estate documents, contracts, insurance or benefits claims, mortgage or loan applications, tax forms or other types of legal documents); typing and formatting correspondence and forms; maintaining file systems; and obtaining needed information from files or general reference sources. Education: Successfully completed 4 years of education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. Combining Education and Experience: Successfully completed post-high school education may be used to meet the total one year of specialized experience requirement equivalent to the GS-4 grade level. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience GS-07: To be eligible at the GS-07 level, you must have: one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level; or education; or a combination of both specialized experience and education as explained below. Specialized experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as performing the following types of duties: providing legal and administrative support to one or more attorneys including preparing and processing routine legal documents; performing routine litigation support assignments such as assisting with organizing case information; preparing discovery including scanning, tagging documents; assisting attorneys in preparing for court such as preparing exhibits for court appearances, compiling witness and exhibit lists and/or documents needed for court proceedings; and establishing and maintaining a variety of files. OR Education: One full year of graduate education leading to a degree in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Law, Information Technology); OR a Master's or equivalent degree in one of the related fields above, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. Transcripts are required; OR a Bachelor's degree AND possess at least one of the following: (1) class standing in the upper third of the graduating class; (2) an overall GPA of 3.0 OR at least a 3.0 based on course completed during the final two years of your curriculum; a GPA of at least 3.5 based on the average of required course completed in the major field OR based on the average of required courses completed during the final two years of your curriculum; OR (3) election to membership in a national scholastic honor society. OR Combining Education and Experience: A combination of specialized experience as described above and graduate education described above which when combined equal 100% of the requirements. (Please note: Only education in excess of one full year is creditable.) To calculate your percentage of education, first determine the total number of hours that exceed 18 semester hours. Then divide the total number of your excess semester hours by 18. To calculate your percentage of qualifying experience, divide your total number of months of qualifying experience by 12. Now, add the two percentages together. The sum of the percentages must equal at least 100%. Transcripts are required. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)- The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in the announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Education All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov OR Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation. Additional Information Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. EEO Statement: The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. See U.S. Department of Justice Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for complete details. Diversity Statement: As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Political Appointees (Current or Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Legal Administrative Specialist
    Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys    Scranton, PA 18503
     Posted 5 days    

    Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being announced to All U.S. Citizens and Nationals under 24-PAM-12533763-DE. Responsibilities Provides a range of technical legal and administrative support to one or more Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs). Work involves creation and editing of legal documents, tracking cases and assists in receiving, evaluating, producing, and presenting discovery in civil, criminal and appellate cases. Work requires specialized knowledge of processes, procedures, and practices of legal support activities, as well as knowledge of administrative office skills to assigned areas. Typical assignments and duties will include: Prepares, proofreads and cite-checks legal documents. Assembles tables of authorities and tables of contents for legal briefs. Reviews incoming materials and independently determines the need for preparation of a variety of technical legal documents such as complaints, motions, orders, pleadings and subpoenas. Assists with preparation of trial exhibits. Provides automated assistance to attorneys in trial preparation and assists with courtroom presentations. Utilizes various software applications and graphics hardware such as scanners and plotters. Conducts factual legal research using computerized databases and other sources. Provides legal and administrative support to multiple attorneys. Tracks appointments and cases, assists in receiving, evaluating, producing, and presenting discovery. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GS-5: To be eligible at the GS-5 level, you must have: at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level; or four years of education above the high school level; or a combination of both specialized experience and education as explained below. Specialized experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as performing the following types of duties: providing basic legal and administrative support to one or more attorneys including preparing and processing routine and recurring legal documents; reviewing documents with legal implications for accuracy and completeness (e.g., contracts, insurance or benefits claims, mortgage or loan applications, tax forms, or other types of legal documents; typing and formatting correspondence and forms; maintaining file systems; and obtaining needed information from files or general reference sources. Education: Successfully completed 4 years of education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. Combining Education and Experience: Successfully completed post-high school education may be used to meet the total one year of specialized experience requirement equivalent to the GS-4 grade level. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience GS-07: To be eligible at the GS-07 level, you must have: one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level; or education; or a combination of both specialized experience and education as explained below. Specialized experience: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as performing the following types of duties: providing legal and administrative support to one or more attorneys including preparing and processing routine legal documents; performing routine litigation support assignments such as assisting with organizing case information; preparing discovery including scanning, tagging documents; assisting attorneys in preparing for court such as preparing exhibits for court appearances, compiling witness and exhibit lists and/or documents needed for court proceedings; and establishing and maintaining a variety of files. OR Education: One full year of graduate education leading to a degree in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Law, Information Technology); OR a Master's or equivalent degree in one of the related fields above, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. Transcripts are required; OR a Bachelor's degree AND possess at least one of the following: (1) class standing in the upper third of the graduating class; (2) an overall GPA of 3.0 OR at least a 3.0 based on course completed during the final two years of your curriculum; a GPA of at least 3.5 based on the average of required course completed in the major field OR based on the average of required courses completed during the final two years of your curriculum; OR (3) election to membership in a national scholastic honor society. OR Combining Education and Experience: A combination of specialized experience as described above, and graduate education described above which when combined equal 100% of the requirements. (Please note: Only education in excess of one full year is creditable.) To calculate your percentage of education, first determine the total number of hours that exceed 18 semester hours. Then divide the total number of your excess semester hours by 18. To calculate your percentage of qualifying experience, divide your total number of months of qualifying experience by 12. Now, add the two percentages together. The sum of the percentages must equal at least 100%. Transcripts are required. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)- The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in the announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) -VEOA allows eligible veterans to apply and compete for positions announced under merit promotion procedures when the hiring agency is recruiting from outside its own workforce. To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If you are applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement. Special Employment Consideration - Persons with disabilities, veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more, certain other veterans, spouses of certain members of the armed forces, and returning Peace Corps volunteers are examples of individuals who are potentially eligible for non-competitive appointments. For further information, click on the links provided below. You must specify in your online questionnaire under what authority you wish to be considered and submit appropriate documentation to verify your eligibility. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities Links: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/competitive-hiring/#url=Types-of-Appointments Education All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov OR Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation. Additional Information Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See http://www.sss.gov/. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. EEO Statement: The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. See U.S. Department of Justice Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for complete details. Diversity Statement: As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Political Appointees (Current or Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Trial Attorney
    System One    Pittsburgh, PA 15222
     Posted 7 days    

    Job Title: Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Trial Attorney

    Location : Pittsburgh, PA

    Department : Legal

    Reports To : Senior Partner/Managing Partner

    Job Summary

    We are seeking an experienced trial attorney with over 5 years of relevant experience to join our legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of trial preparation, including discovery, reviewing medical records, taking depositions, and participating in trials. This position requires excellent writing skills and offers great opportunities for advancement.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Trial Preparation : Conduct thorough trial preparation, including the development of case strategies, witness preparation, and drafting of trial materials.

    + Discovery : Manage all aspects of the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, conducting depositions, and analyzing discovery responses.

    + Medical Records Review : Review and analyze medical records to support case development and strategy.

    + Depositions : Take and defend depositions, ensuring that all necessary information is obtained and properly documented.

    + Trial Participation : Actively participate in trials, including presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and delivering arguments.

    + Legal Research and Writing : Conduct legal research and draft various legal documents, including motions, briefs, and memoranda.

    + Client Communication : Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates and addressing any concerns they may have.

    Qualifications

    + Education : Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

    + Bar Admission : Must be a member in good standing of the state bar.

    + Experience : Minimum of 5 years of trial experience, including trial preparation, discovery, and participation in trials.

    + Skills :

    + Strong legal research and writing skills.

    + Excellent oral and written communication skills.

    + Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

    Compensation

    + Salary : Competitive annual salary, commensurate with experience.

    + Benefits : Paid benefits package.

    + Incentives : Opportunity to earn a percentage on referral settlements

    System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

    System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Attorney
    System One    Pittsburgh, PA 15222
     Posted 7 days    

    Job Title: Personal Injury / Medical Malpractice Attorney

    Location : Pittsburgh, PA

    Department : Legal

    Reports To : Senior Partner/Managing Partner

    Job Summary

    We are looking for a full-time attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have exposure and participation in all aspects of litigation, including client intake, discovery, depositions, drafting and responding to dispositive motions, and trial advocacy. The candidate should have 1-3 years of experience, including training in taking medical depositions and some trial experience as first or second chair.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Client Intake : Conduct initial consultations and client intake, assessing potential cases and gathering necessary information.

    + Discovery : Manage the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, reviewing documents, and conducting depositions.

    + Depositions : Take and defend depositions, with a focus on medical depositions, ensuring accurate and thorough information gathering.

    + Motion Practice : Draft and respond to dispositive motions, such as motions for summary judgment, and prepare supporting documents and legal arguments.

    + Trial Advocacy : Participate in trial preparation and advocacy, including acting as first or second chair in trials. Present evidence, examine witnesses, and deliver arguments in court.

    + Legal Research and Writing : Conduct legal research and draft various legal documents, including briefs, memoranda, and motions.

    + Client Communication : Maintain regular communication with clients, providing case updates and addressing any concerns they may have.

    Qualifications

    + Education : Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

    + Bar Admission : Must be a member in good standing of the state bar.

    + Experience : 1-3 years of experience in litigation, including trial experience and training in taking medical depositions.

    + Skills :

    + Strong legal research and writing skills.

    + Excellent oral and written communication skills.

    + Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

    Compensation

    + Salary : Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

    + Benefits : Paid benefits package.

    + Incentives : Opportunity to earn a percentage on referral settlements.

    System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

    System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Director of Attorney Recruiting and Professional Development
    Maron Marvel Bradley Anderson & Tardy LLC    Philadelphia, PA 19255
     Posted 7 days    

    Maron Marvel's devoted attorneys and staff work in synchrony to climb higher, smarter, and faster to elevate national litigation risk management. Our lawyers are focused on winning by being fearless, loyal, efficient, and steadfast. We are equally committed to making the world and legal profession better through dedicated DEI, community service, and attorney development work. From the start, Maron Marvel attorneys had a passion for superior work product, a distinctive culture rooted in mass tort litigation, and an obsession with exceptional client service. Today, with over 100 attorneys in 13offices in 11states, Maron Marvel is best-in-show in national litigation risk management and mass tort defense. The firm serves as national, regional, and trial counsel to Fortune 500 companies with multiple operations located in the most dangerous plaintiff jurisdictions in the country. Maron Marvel's clients come from the energy, construction, manufacturing, technology, transportation, insurance, and liability-related industries. In addition to mass toxic torts, the firm also offers legal services concerning commercial disputes and liability-related defense. Maron Marvelis seeking a director of attorney recruiting and professional developmentto manage talent acquisition, retention, and promotion of attorneys for all the firm's offices. This role also includes lateral associate and partner recruiting program, The director will work closely with human resources and the attorney professional development committee in developing and executing strategic plans for attorney advancement and retention. Key Responsibilities: Work with senior leadership and managing attorneys in lateral hiring. Oversee lateral recruiting candidate pipeline (submission review, profile presentation, interviewing and feedback); work closely with operating committee, COO or HR Director. Maintain a pulse on hiring marketing trends; research for competitive intelligence Negotiate and draft agreements; partner with marketing team for brand cohesiveness Consistently evaluate candidate experience and find room for improvement and growth Monitor and evaluate hiring metrics; ensure positive experience for candidates Maintain relationships with Members, search firms, and members of the community to ensure success in lateral and associate hiring. Maintain networks and in-depth knowledge of trends and developments in the talent development field both within and outside legal industry. Oversee and enhance the firm's mentor and advisor programs in collaboration with legal personnel, practice management, recruiting and diversity teams. Partner with and form strong trusted advisor relationships with firm management, practice group leaders and other attorneys to identify training and program needs and determine appropriate means to deliver and assess the success of related programs. Identify and implement new sourcing methods to expand the talent pool, with a focus on enlarging our pipeline of diverse candidates. Develop and manage Summer Associate programs. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required (JD is a plus) Five (5) years of Legal Recruiting experience. Must be innovative, analytical and have a collaborative approach to problem solving. Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with executives on planning and execution of strategic goals. Experience and knowledge of attorney professional development, including core competencies, adult learning concepts, program design and attorney career progression. Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality work while maintaining a client service focus. Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop team skills and dynamics. Distinguished leadership qualities and superb communication skills Strong ability to collaborate with senior executives. Sound judgment, discretion, and high EQ. Benefits: Great firm culture with top firm amenities. Medical, Dental, Vision, Transit, 401K, PTO, and much more!


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Contract Attorney
    Kimley-Horn    Philadelphia, PA 19133
     Posted 10 days    

    **Overview**

    Kimley-Horn is looking for a Contract Attorney to join our Philadelphia office! This is an on-site role located at 50 South 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA.

    **Responsibilities**

    The Contract Attorney will be responsible for the following:

    The selected candidate will coordinate the activities of the contract specialists, manage the flow of contracts, provide training, and help resolve complex issues. They will review, negotiate, and help resolve a significant number of contracts for both public and private sector clients. This individual will work with professional staff to address needs across offices, while making sure there are appropriate resources and addressing specific problem areas. They will be responsible for the organization and management of contract activities that results in high quality reviews, clear advice to project managers on how to proceed, and dedicated partnership to resolve issues. Additionally, they will coordinate with General Counsel as appropriate on individual issues and the overall quality of contract reviews. They will report directly to management and collaborate with team members.

    **Qualifications**

    + 1+ years experience in a related role

    + JD Degree from an accredited law school

    + Relevant experience related to reviewing and resolving contracts

    + Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills

    + Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines

    + Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team

    + Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

    **Desired Qualifications:**

    + Knowledge of AEC private and public sector contracts

    + Prior experience in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industry preferred

    **Why Kimley-Horn?**

    At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

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    _Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 3 days of being posted._

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    **Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.**

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    **Posted Date** _2 months ago_ _(6/27/2024 1:47 PM)_

    **_ID_** _2024-13554_

    **_Education_** _Doctorate (PhD)_

    **_Discipline/Focus_** _Finance/Acct/Business_


    Employment Type

    Full Time


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