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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

Deputy Associate Chief Counsel (INTL)

The Office of Chief Counsel, IRS, seeks enthusiastic individuals to serve taxpayers fairly and with integrity by providing correct and impartial interpretation of the internal revenue laws and the highest quality legal advice and representation for the IRS. The Deputy Associate Chief Counsel (Technical) will oversee the issuance of guidance to implement international tax laws and collaborate closely with the Associate and other Deputies on legal advisory services.

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Responsibilities

Assists and participates with the Associate and the other Deputies Associate Chief Counsel in planning, directing, and coordinating the policies, programs, and goals of the Office pertaining to the laws and other international legal authorities administered by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Formulates and directs Chief Counsel programs and policies with respect to the preparation and publication of proposed regulations and Treasury decisions, the assessment of public comments and conducting public hearings on proposed regulations, and the management of the movement of regulations through the review process within Chief Counsel and the IRS
Formulates and directs Chief Counsel programs and policies with respect to the preparation and publication of revenue rulings, revenue procedures, announcements, and news releases to be issued for the guidance of taxpayers and IRS personnel; formulating and directing programs and policies with respect to the preparation and publication of private letter rulings and general technical information letters in response to requests from taxpayers; coordinating, and providing executive direction to staff engaged in the drafting and issuance of these products; and ensures accurate, consistent, and uniform legal analysis in all the Office's legal products, including Chief Counsel advice to field personnel
Works with Treasury officials to coordinate recommendations for legislation that particularly affects cross-border activities; directing IRS participation in this aspect of the legislative process, including the furnishing of advice and guidance with respect to the development of new or revised legislative proposals and overseeing IRS participation with legislative staffs in the drafting of such legislation and committee reports
Develops and monitors performance measures and program goals for all international legal services and published guidance and for implementation, compliance, and outreach initiatives on international issues
Supports the Associate Chief Counsel in personnel decision-making and management, including hiring, and directly supervises Special Counsels, Branch Chiefs, and Senior Technical Reviewers

Qualification

LL.B.J.D.Active bar membershipTax law expertiseLL.M. in TaxationExecutive leadershipSupervisory experienceLegal advisory servicesPublic speakingStrategic planning

Required

Possess at least the first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
Applicants must be an active member in good standing of the bar of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
Evidence of progressively responsible executive leadership and supervisory experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability
Experience supervising many employees through subordinate supervisors
Experience hiring, developing, and evaluating employees
Two-page resume that shows you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs)
Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people
Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades
Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture
Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors
Comprehensive, professional knowledge of and experience in applying the tax laws related to all transactions and activities that cross the borders of the United States
Demonstrated ability to develop nationwide strategies and provide dedicated support and legal advice to high profile significant IRS top ranking officials

Preferred

An LL.M. in Taxation is desired but not required
7 years of professional legal tax experience is desired
A thorough understanding of the operations and organization of the Internal Revenue Service and Office of Chief Counsel

Benefits

Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Telework eligible: Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
We offer opportunities for telework.
We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.

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