ATTORNEY ADVISOR Job
Employer: U.S. Small Business Administration
SpiderID: 14131233
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Posted: 1/21/2026
Wage: 115,711-150,426
Priority Review Date: 2/20/2026
Job Code / NOC / SOC: 0905 Attorney
Category: Legal
Job Description:
As an ATTORNEY ADVISOR at the GS-0905-13, some of your typical work assignments may include:
Liaises with the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and their attorneys regarding litigation involving Processing and Disbursement Center (PDC) and Office of Capital Access (OCA) staff or matters in order to prepare staff for trials and hearings. Gathers information, documentation and reports that are pertinent to trials and hearings.
Reviews, analyzes and makes recommendations regarding various employee incidents and tort claims involving personnel or against the Agency. Handles intake and investigation of the incidents, gathers appropriate documentation and provides necessary responses on behalf of the organization. Prepares reports on tort claims (such as auto accidents) involving employees of the PDC and OCA, including denying and recommending approval of such claims to the extent permitted.
Reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations regarding subpoenas served to the Agency, the PDC and program offices. Ensures accuracy and legitimacy of subpoenas and ensures they are directed to the necessary parties.
Reviews, analyzes and makes recommendations regarding potential and existing employment litigation matters in the PDC. Provides guidance to PDC management regarding potential litigation risks in employment matters.
Reviews, analyzes, and responds to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests served on the organization and provides guidance, support and oversight of the FOIA process to the PDC or OCA Disaster Enterprise staff.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
This is an Excepted Service position and will be filled through an alternate hiring process and is not in the competitive service.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur within 180 days from the closing date.
By applying for this position with SBA's Office of Capital Access, you can enjoy challenging but satisfying work and join a highly motivated and diverse team that helps families and businesses rebuild their lives after a disaster.
Liaises with the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and their attorneys regarding litigation involving Processing and Disbursement Center (PDC) and Office of Capital Access (OCA) staff or matters in order to prepare staff for trials and hearings. Gathers information, documentation and reports that are pertinent to trials and hearings.
Reviews, analyzes and makes recommendations regarding various employee incidents and tort claims involving personnel or against the Agency. Handles intake and investigation of the incidents, gathers appropriate documentation and provides necessary responses on behalf of the organization. Prepares reports on tort claims (such as auto accidents) involving employees of the PDC and OCA, including denying and recommending approval of such claims to the extent permitted.
Reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations regarding subpoenas served to the Agency, the PDC and program offices. Ensures accuracy and legitimacy of subpoenas and ensures they are directed to the necessary parties.
Reviews, analyzes and makes recommendations regarding potential and existing employment litigation matters in the PDC. Provides guidance to PDC management regarding potential litigation risks in employment matters.
Reviews, analyzes, and responds to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests served on the organization and provides guidance, support and oversight of the FOIA process to the PDC or OCA Disaster Enterprise staff.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
This is an Excepted Service position and will be filled through an alternate hiring process and is not in the competitive service.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur within 180 days from the closing date.
By applying for this position with SBA's Office of Capital Access, you can enjoy challenging but satisfying work and join a highly motivated and diverse team that helps families and businesses rebuild their lives after a disaster.
Job Requirements:
Job Criteria:
Start Date:
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Experience:
Education:
Travel: Less Than 25%
Vacation: Negotiable / Other
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave
Contact Information:
| Contact Name: Anita Goins | Type: Other |
| Company: U.S. Small Business Administration | |
| Web Site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854294700 | |