Director of the Office of Enrollment and Discipline and Deputy General Counsel

** This role requires the ability to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to starting **Are you an experienced legal professional looking to serve at the highest levels of government?Come join our team at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)--America's Innovation Agency We're seeking a Director of the Office of Enrollment and Discipline and Deputy General Counsel who will serve as the principal advisor to the General Counsel on matters relating to the investigation and prosecution of attorney misconduct among patent attorneys and agents admitted to practice before the USPTO.DutiesNegotiating settlement arrangements on extremely sensitive cases, which may involve criminal or civil charges, and coordinates such settlements with the State bar associations, civil authorities, and the United States Attorney's Office.Managing the screening candidates who wish to be registered to practice before the USPTO and conducting investigations, preparing charges, collecting and presenting testimony and deciding whether to present cases for suspension or exclusion from practice of the attorneys and registered agents admitted to practice before the USPTO.Supervising the work of subordinate employees and works closely with attorneys in the Office of the Solicitor and General Law Office when they engage in disciplinary matters.Developing and formulating policies related to the enrollment and discipline of patent attorneys and agents. The incumbent will provide administrative and technical leadership for patent attorneys and technicians.Representing the USPTO, OGC, and OED before various committees and public and private sector groups, (e.g., the American Patent Law Association, the Patent, Trademark, and Copyright Committees of the American Bar Association), to gain support and acceptance of OED programs.>> If you're up to the challenge, APPLY ON USAJOBS by 11/28/2025>> LEARN MORE about the USPTO's comprehensive work-life balance package and benefitsQualificationsTo meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs) related to this position within your resume -NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES.Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified.PTQs:Demonstrated knowledge of the controlling statutes, regulations, and case law pertaining to the subject matter of the particular issue sufficient to develop legal opinions whether through the litigation process or administratively.Demonstrated ability to express, orally and in writing, to pursue the particular legal issue against opposition, which vigorously contests the agency position and is highly sophisticated and talented, usually involving top attorneys in both the private and public sectors.ECQs:Commitment to the Rule of Law and Principles of the American Founding; Driving efficiency; Merit and compliance; Leading people; Achieving resultsEducationThe incumbent must be a graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member in good standing of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico bar.Conditions of employmentApplications will only be accepted from United States Citizens and Nationals. If selected, you will be required to pass a background investigation.The full list of conditions and qualifications can be found on the USAJOBS posting.The United States Patent and Trademark Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, retaliation for engaging in protected activity, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.