TITLE 32 ATTORNEY ADVISOR (MI JAG)

About the opportunity

This is a Title 32 excepted service position within the Michigan Army National Guard. The Attorney Advisor provides full-time professional legal support to the State Adjutant General, staff elements, and subordinate units of the Army and Air National Guard, as well as the United States Property and Fiscal Officer. Responsibilities include providing legal advice on federal laws and regulations, serving as a litigation point of contact, preparing legal reports and pleadings, reviewing contracts and collective bargaining agreements, serving as a claims officer, and providing legal assistance to National Guard members. The role requires active military membership in the Michigan Army National Guard; applicants not currently serving must be willing and eligible to enlist.

Salary and benefits

• Salary range: $98,729 – $128,350 per year
• Federal employment benefits
• Professional legal experience in a military environment

Who can apply?

• Must be a member of the Michigan Army National Guard or willing and eligible to immediately enlist/transfer
• Possession of a first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.)
• Active membership in the bar of the highest court of a State, Territory, or the District of Columbia
• More than two years of professional legal experience equal to the duties of the position
• Must meet military grade requirements (O2-O5) or be willing to administratively reduce grade if necessary
• Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service

Required documents

• Resume (maximum 2 pages, including contact info, job title, employer, start/end dates, and hours per week)
• Standard Form 50 (SF-50) for current or former Federal employees
• Transcripts (if education is required or substituted for experience)
• Current Military Branch Career Data Brief (Air) or Soldier Talent Profile (Army)
• Letter of intent to join the Michigan Army National Guard (for non-military applicants)
• Licenses and certificates as applicable

When to apply

• Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of 2026-09-28

How to apply

• Create or log into a USAJOBS account
• Complete the online application and Occupational Questionnaire
• Upload all required supporting documentation
• Submit the application package through the USAJOBS portal

Additional information

• This is a Title 32 National Guard position requiring military membership.
• Applicants must ensure their resume is limited to 2 pages.
• Military members currently receiving bonuses (REB or GI Bill-SR Kicker) may lose incentive eligibility upon acceptance.
• The position is located in Lansing, Michigan.