Attorney-Adviser (Trademark)

The Office of Trademarks Quality Review and Training (QTQRT) supports excellence in trademark examination through quality review and training. The incumbent reviews sampled trademark applications, analyzes data to identify issues, recommends policy and procedural improvements, and develops and delivers legal training to varied audiences. The work is collaborative, challenging, and essential to maintaining high-quality trademark examination.

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per calendar year. As a senior legal authority for trademark quality review and examination policy matters, the individual selected for this position must ENJOY: Leading quality reviews of trademark examination decisions for legal accuracy, consistency, and procedural compliance. Directing final review of complex and precedent-setting trademark applications. Evaluating substantive legal issues involving registrability, likelihood of confusion, ownership, and prohibited marks. Overseeing application re-searches, classification reviews, and examination standards compliance. Developing written findings, recommendations, and corrective actions for management officials. Partnering with leadership to improve policy, procedures, and examination quality across operations. Designing and delivering legal and technical training to enhance staff expertise and performance.