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Attorney (Alternative Dispute Resolution)

Office of Inspector General, Department of Defense

Alexandria, VA · Senior

$121,785 – $158,322

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 29, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This federal role mediates whistleblower reprisal complaints through alternative dispute resolution processes, evaluating cases for ADR eligibility and guiding parties toward settlement. The position suits experienced attorneys with deep knowledge of federal employment law and administrative remedies who thrive in neutral, consensus-building environments.

Our summary, not Office of Inspector General, Department of Defense’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • J.D., LL.B., or LL.M from ABA-accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in good standing in a U.S. state, commonwealth, territory, or D.C.
  • At least three years of specialized legal experience in federal criminal, civil, or administrative law
  • One year of specialized experience mediating and drafting settlement agreements under the Administrative Dispute Resolution Acts and ADR Act
  • Knowledge of whistleblower reprisal statutes

Nice to have

  • Experience with training design and implementation
  • Experience prioritizing complex workloads

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