Judicial Branch Attorney Advisor – Probation and Pretrial Services

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Provide support in legal and criminal law policy for the ProSidian Engagement Team.

• Offer guidance on legal and policy issues associated with the redesign of the pretrial services bond report.

• Assist in ensuring that the report accurately indicates an individual's risk and omits irrelevant information.

• Counsel on critical information necessary for bond decisions and its appropriate structuring in the report.

• Review considerations for the judiciary as outlined under 18 U.S.C. § 3142(g).

• Examine constitutional and statutory issues, resolving various legal inquiries.

• Provide insights based on authoritative legal opinions.

• Assess general orders and regulations governing the Probation and Pretrial Services Office and the courts.

• Support the Judicial Conference Committee on Criminal Law.

• Conduct research, evaluation, and analysis of legal trends, statutes, case law, precedents, and issues impacting probation and pretrial services.

• Develop and draft legal opinions and briefs concerning legislation, policies, practices, and procedures.

• Provide advice on regulations, policies, and procedures related to probation and pretrial services.

• Interpret criminal law policies and legislation, including testimonies, correspondence, and official reports.

• Coordinate the development of policies and procedures that implement recommendations regarding probation and pretrial services.

• Represent ProSidian and PPSO interests in matters related to behavioral economist services for redesigning the bail report.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a federal court of general jurisdiction.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).

• A minimum of two (2) years of post-J.D. experience.

• At least one year of specialized experience following law school graduation.

• Specialized experience in the interpretation of statutes, regulations, decisional law, and opinions.

• Experience in legal research and the preparation of legal memoranda, opinions, legislative proposals, and congressional testimony.

• Background in State, Local, Federal, or private sector roles related to policy and data oversight.

• Experience in providing direct legal assistance and counsel for legal determinations and opinion writing.

• Experience reviewing legal pleadings, hearing transcripts, and other relevant case materials.

• Experience in drafting decisions and orders after thorough examination of case records.

• Proven ability to proofread factual findings, legal citations, and conclusions of law.

• Experience in researching statutes, regulations, decisions, legislative history, policy guides, and other legal sources.

• Experience in preparing updates on recent decisions, statutes, regulations, and policy guides.

• Competence and aptitude for delivering oral presentations on factual or legal matters.

• U.S. citizenship is required.

• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Adobe.

• Must be eligible for Facility Access Authorization / Employment Authorization.

• Capable of undergoing and qualifying for background investigations up to Top Secret or DOE Q clearance.

• May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employees have the flexibility to work remotely.

• Occasional travel may be required for meetings, events, site visits, or training.

• Opportunities to engage in meaningful work across private, public, and social sectors.

• Chance to collaborate with diverse backgrounds and teams.

• Commitment to continuous learning, sharing, and growth.