Associate General Counsel for Litigation

Summary

The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual with extensive litigation experience as well as outstanding leadership and analytical skills to serve as Associate General Counsel for the Litigation Division of the Office of General Counsel. Responsible for supervising and overseeing the division representing the FEC, which has independent litigation authority, in the U.S. District Courts and the U.S. Courts of Appeals.

Duties

As the Associate General Counsel for Litigation in this position, you will:

• Represent the Commission which has independent litigation authority by serving as first chair and supervising the argument of cases in all courts, including U.S. District Courts and Courts of Appeal, State Courts, where applicable, and the U.S. Supreme Court, on cases requiring expert knowledge and management on cases with nation-wide and Constitutional impact.
• Monitor and research litigation nationwide to assess potential impact on FEC's litigation practice and the Agency's interest, including complex cases of constitutional import.
• Serve as OGC's principal liaison to the Department of Justice with respect to civil litigation in both FECA and non-FECA matters that may impact the agency.
• Serve as senior advisor to the General Counsel, the Deputy General Counsel, the Commissioners, and other senior managers in the Commission concerning the Commission's litigation activities, program and risks.
• Integrate human capital strategies with the Agency's core mission and business practices by fostering a performance-oriented culture and establishing performance management systems that assess and reward employee performance based on organizational goals and values.