USAJOBS · 4 months ago
Copyright Claims Officer
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $226K/yr
7+ years expThe Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. The Copyright Claims Officer has responsibilities and delegated authority for the oversight and administration of administrative proceedings involving civil copyright disputes pursuant to chapter 15, title 17 of the United States Code.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Has overall responsibility, as well as delegated authority, for the oversight and administration of broad, emerging, and/or critical agency programs or operations in the area of administrative proceedings including managing proceedings and issuing legally binding determinations related to civil copyright claims and defenses
Carries out all the responsibilities assigned to a Copyright Claims Officer in chapter 15 of title 17, United States Code
Conducts and oversees administrative proceedings to determine infringement or non-infringement under the Copyright Act, consistent with chapter 15 of title 17, United States Code
This includes, but is not limited to: (A) rendering determinations on the civil copyright claims, counterclaims, and defenses; (B) ensuring claims, counterclaims and defenses are properly asserted and otherwise appropriate for resolution by the Board; (C) managing proceedings and rendering rulings; (D) requesting the production of information and documents relevant to the resolution of matters; (E) conducting hearings and conferences; (F) facilitating settlement; (G) awarding monetary relief; (H) providing information to the public concerning the procedures and requirements of the Board; and (I) maintaining records of proceedings before the Board
Applies a comprehensive knowledge of a range of specialized areas of the law to the administration of the duties of the Copyright Claims Board
Makes determinations on legal and factual questions
Prepares and issues legally binding determinations authorized under chapter 15 of title 17 within the statutory or regulatory time limits
Issues decisions and memoranda, provides legal interpretations, and makes recommendations on issues involving title 17
Draws on an in-depth knowledge of the relevant history, trends, and current status of copyright issues and the role they play in the copyright and related industries to render decisions
Determines whether a plaintiff or defendant qualifies to have their claims heard before the Copyright Claims Board
Ensures petitions and pleadings are filed in accordance with regulations issued by the Copyright Office
Evaluates evidence, and interprets testimony, regulations, statutory provisions, and past legal precedents of applicable circuits, Copyright Office regulations and agency policies
Conducts proceedings, rules on motions and admissibility of evidence according to the rules governing these proceedings, administers oaths and examines witnesses, maintains order, and makes procedural rulings along with other Board members
Qualification
Required
Applicants must possess an LL.B. or J.D
Proof of education (copy of transcripts) and bar membership MUST be provided. OFFICIAL documents will be required if SELECTED
The applicant must be an attorney who has not fewer than 7 years of legal experience
The applicant must possess substantial experience in the evaluation, litigation, or adjudication of copyright infringement claims
The applicant must have represented or presided over a diversity of copyright interests, including those of both owners and users of copyrighted works
The applicant must also have not fewer than 3 years of substantial experience in copyright law
Legible copies of transcripts demonstrating that applicant is a graduate from an LL.B. or J.D., or higher degree program in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association or a state-accredited school of law must be attached to your online application
A copy of bar membership demonstrating that applicant is a member in good standing of the bar of a state, the District of Columbia, a territory of the United States, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico must be attached to your online application
Failure to submit the required legible documentation at the time of application will result in disqualification of your application
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications
Preferred
Ability to conduct or play a key role in hearings and/or conferences to facilitate the settlement of claims and counterclaims
Ability to conduct and/or manage legal research and prepare written analysis related to legal disputes/matters
Knowledge of Copyright law
Ability to lead and supervise a diverse staff
Ability to interact collaboratively and serve as a liaison
Ability to communicate in writing and review the writing of others
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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