U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE TAX DIVISION, APPELLATE SECTION WASHINGTON, D.C.

Litigators Wanted

The Tax Division is hiring civil appellate lawyers who have a passion for litigation, a deep interest in public service, and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

About the Division: The mission of the Tax Division is to enforce the nation's tax laws fully, fairly, and consistently, through both criminal and civil litigation, in order to promote voluntary compliance with the tax laws, maintain public confidence in the integrity of the tax system, and promote the sound development of the law. The Appellate Section's attorneys handle or supervise appeals in all civil tax cases in federal and state appellate courts across the country. These cases involve a wide variety of substantive legal areas, including federal tax law, bankruptcy law, constitutional law, commercial law and state property law, as well as a panoply of evidentiary, procedural, and jurisdictional issues.

The Tax Division is ranked as "one of the best places to work" in government by the Partnership for Public Service. We seek to create a work environment and organizational culture that reflect the diversity of American society and that foster the success of every employee by appreciating and building upon the skills, experiences, and uniqueness that each employee brings to the workplace.

We place a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspective and encourage applications from all interested eligible candidates, including attorneys of all ages from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, all sexual orientations and gender identities, political affiliations, marital or parental statuses, religious backgrounds, with or without disabilities and with or without military service.

For more information about employment with the Tax Division, please see http://www.justice.gov/tax/career_atty.htm and
http://www.justice.gov/tax/DiverseCommittee/Tax_Brochure_SM.pdf

More information about the Appellate Section is available at: http://www.usdoj.gov/tax

Type of Position: Attorneys in the Appellate Section have a significant amount of responsibility and work in a collegial environment with experienced litigators. The work of the civil appellate attorney includes preparing briefs and presenting oral arguments in the United States Courts of Appeals and the various state appellate courts when an appeal is taken from a decision of the Court of Federal Claims, a state trial court, a United States district court, or the United States Tax Court. Civil appellate attorneys review adverse decisions from these courts and prepare recommendations to the Office of the Solicitor General about whether the government should appeal. Attorneys in the Appellate Section also assist the Office of the Solicitor General in preparing briefs in the United States Supreme Court.

Qualifications and Experience: Applicants should have a strong interest in federal litigation and/or appellate work, strong writing and oral-advocacy skills and an exceptional academic background. The work of the Appellate Section requires the application of analytical, legal research, and writing skills to complex and significant issues. Persuasiveness, judgment, and a collaborative orientation are also highly valued. A background in tax law is helpful, but not required.

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, and must be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any state or territory of the United States or of the District of Columbia. Active bar membership (any jurisdiction) is required. United States citizenship is required.

The Tax Division anticipates hiring several civil appellate litigators with varying levels of experience. Applicants must have at least three (3) years of full-time post-J.D. legal experience.

Travel: Travel will be required.

Salary Information: Years and quality of experience will be considered in determining the appropriate salary level. Positions may be filled at the GS levels of GS-13 ($89,924 - $116,901); GS-14 ($106,263 - $138,136); or GS-15 ($124,995 - $157,100).

Service Commitment: Attorneys hired by the Tax Division commit to serving a minimum of four (4) years.

Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Application Procedures: Applications must include a cover letter, resume, law school and any advanced degree transcripts, a list of three professional references, a writing sample and a completed assessment questionnaire. The cover letter should specifically address your qualifications for the position and your interest in the Tax Division. Failure to include all required documents may affect consideration of your application.

Applicants who are eligible for veterans' preference or consideration under a special hiring authority (such as programs for individuals with disabilities) must submit appropriate documentation demonstrating eligibility. Please see the description of required documentation in the application section at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/365527600.

Department of Justice attorneys eligible for priority consideration under the Department's Reemployment Priority List Program must include notice to the Division of their eligibility in their application package.

The Application Package but must be received by 11:59 PM, Eastern Time, on April 28, 2014.

Please submit your application through USAJOBS. 1. If you do not already have an account, please create a USAJOBS account before applying. To create an account, please click on this link: Create an Account. You will be able to upload your resume and supporting documents and complete your profile prior to applying. 2. Once you have an account, apply to the USAJOBS vacancy: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/365527600

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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
TAX DIVISION, CRIMINAL ENFORCEMENT SECTIONS
WASHINGTON, D.C.

Litigators Wanted

The Tax Division is hiring criminal trial lawyers who have a passion for litigation, a deep interest in public service, the ability to work collaboratively and independently, and a willingness to travel. Any attorney who enjoys the challenges of criminal litigation and complex, financial-related trial work and wishes to litigate cases in federal court on behalf of the United States should consider a trial attorney position with the Criminal Enforcement Sections of the Tax Division.

About the Division: The mission of the Tax Division is to enforce the nation's tax laws fully, fairly, and consistently, through both criminal and civil litigation, in order to promote voluntary compliance with the tax laws, maintain public confidence in the integrity of the tax system, and promote the sound development of the law. The Criminal Enforcement Sections' trial attorneys investigate and prosecute criminal violations of the United States Code in District Courts throughout the United States.

The Tax Division is ranked as "one of the best places to work" in government by the Partnership for Public Service. We seek to create a work environment and organizational culture that reflect the diversity of American society and that foster the success of every employee by appreciating and building upon the skills, experiences, and uniqueness that each employee brings to the workplace.

We place a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspective and encourage applications from all interested eligible candidates, including attorneys of all ages from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, all sexual orientations and gender identities, political affiliations, marital or parental statuses, religious backgrounds, with or without disabilities and with or without military service.

For more information about employment with the Tax Division, please see http://www.justice.gov/tax/career_atty.htm and
http://www.justice.gov/tax/DiverseCommittee/Tax_Brochure_SM.pdf

More information about the Criminal Enforcement Sections is available at: http://www.usdoj.gov/tax

Type of Position: Trial attorneys in the Criminal Enforcement Sections have a significant amount of responsibility and work in a collegial environment with experienced litigators. Our attorneys work with federal agents to investigate and prosecute offenses arising under the internal revenue laws and related federal statutes. Our attorneys' responsibilities encompass the investigative use of the grand jury and all facets of criminal litigation, including indictment, motions practice, trial, and sentencing. Our jurisdiction is the United States – accordingly, travel is an essential component of the job. Our cases involve traditional violations of criminal tax laws by taxpayers having legal sources of income, which includes, for example, tax evasion and the filing of false tax returns, as well as cases involving financial institution fraud, securities fraud, health care fraud, public corruption, organized crime activities, and narcotics trafficking.

Qualifications and Experience: Applicants should have a strong interest in federal litigation and/or trial work, strong research, writing, and oral-advocacy skills and an exceptional academic background. The work of the Criminal Enforcement Sections requires the application of analytical, legal research, and writing skills to complex and significant issues. Persuasiveness, judgment, and a collaborative orientation are also highly valued. Applicants with prosecution experience and/or an accounting, tax or business background are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, and must be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any state or territory of the United States or of the District of Columbia. Active bar membership (any jurisdiction) is required. United States citizenship is required.

The Tax Division anticipates hiring a number of criminal litigators with varying levels of experience. Applicants must have at least one (1) year of full-time post-J.D. legal experience.

Travel: Substantial travel is required.

Salary Information: Years and quality of experience will be considered in determining the appropriate salary level. Positions may be filled at the GS levels of GS-12 ($75,621 - $ 98,305), GS-13 ($89,924 - $116,901); GS-14 ($106,263 - $138,136); or GS-15 ($124,995 - $157,100).

Service Commitment: Attorneys hired by the Tax Division commit to serving a minimum of four (4) years.

Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Application Procedures: Applications must include a cover letter, resume, law school and any advanced degree transcripts, a list of three professional references, a writing sample and a completed assessment questionnaire. The cover letter should specifically address your qualifications for the position, including a specific description of prior courtroom experience, and your interest in the Tax Division. Failure to include all required documents may affect consideration of your application.

Applicants who are eligible for veterans' preference or consideration under a special hiring authority (such as programs for individuals with disabilities) must submit appropriate documentation demonstrating eligibility. Please see the description of required documentation in the application section at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/365591300.

Department of Justice attorneys eligible for priority consideration under the Department's Reemployment Priority List Program must include notice to the Division of their eligibility in their application package.

The Application Package but must be received by 11:59 PM, Eastern Time, on April 28, 2014.

Please submit your application through USAJOBS. 1. If you do not already have an account, please create a USAJOBS account before applying. Please go to this link to Create an Account. You will be able to upload your resume and supporting documents and complete your profile prior to applying. 2. Once you have an account, apply to the USAJOBS vacancy: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/365591300 .

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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
CRIMINAL DIVISION, FRAUD SECTION
TRIAL ATTORNEYS / GS-0905-15
14-CRM-FRD-055
CLOSING DATE: April 25, 2014

These vacancies may be filled by two year term appointments or detail assignments.

About the Office: The Fraud Section is a litigating unit that investigates and prosecutes complex, multi-district and international white-collar criminal cases throughout the country and implements and coordinates the Department's fraud enforcement policy. Fraud Section cases focus on corporate, securities and investment fraud, foreign bribery (Foreign Corrupt Practices Act), health care fraud, financial institution and insurance fraud, mortgage fraud, procurement and government program fraud (including fraud related to economic stimulus and recovery programs), mass marketing fraud and other complex criminal schemes. These positions may be filled in the Securities and Financial Fraud unit or Foreign Corrupt Practices Act unit.

Responsibilities and Opportunity Offered: The Criminal Division, U.S. Department of Justice, is seeking qualified, experienced attorneys for term positions or detail assignments in the Fraud Section located in Washington, DC.

The incumbent will serve as a Trial Attorney in the Securities and Financial Fraud (SFF) unit or Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) unit and, as such, independently direct, conduct, and monitor investigations, prepare and conduct trials, and advise on pleadings and other court filings. As a Trial Attorney, the incumbent:

In collaboration with unit managers, develops and maintains the Section's program to foster effective national investigation and prosecution of securities and financial fraud or FCPA violations, including advising on strategy and legal complexities, and developing litigation priorities, policy, and legislative recommendations.

Makes charging decisions and proposes dispositions with regard to assigned cases, and advises less experienced attorneys in very complex cases, issues lacking precedent, and other challenges that require such leadership.

Partners with and leads U.S. Attorneys and attorneys in other federal law enforcement agencies in the development and management of securities and financial fraud or FCPA prosecutions. Advises and renders assistance in the preparation, critical examination and review of pleadings and in preparation of trial briefs. Evaluates reports of investigation and memoranda from U.S. Attorneys to determine whether litigation is warranted and whether proposed settlements are in the government's interest. Advises and instructs U.S. Attorneys on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy.

Represents the United States in direct negotiations and discussions with state, county and city officials throughout the country, lawyers, and high level officials in some of the largest corporations in the United States. Participates in discussions with opposing counsel for defendants and in the formulation of settlements often having far-reaching legal consequences.

Advises and consults with the Assistant Attorney General, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, Section Chief, et al., reporting on the status of all cases and matters related to civil/criminal remedies in the enforcement or the defense of statutes within securities and financial fraud or FCPA litigation.

Serves as an expert, providing advice and policy determinations in matters involving the planning, discussion and coordination of the activities related to the litigation of securities and financial fraud or FCPA cases. Oversees the preparation and litigation assignments of lower graded attorneys, paralegals and clerical personnel.

Key Requirements:

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to qualify for this position.
• You must undergo a pre-employment security investigation.
• You will be required to take a drug test.

Qualifications Required:

Required Qualifications: Interested applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, be an active member of the bar in good standing, and have at least four (4) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: independently performing legal analysis; composing pleadings, briefs and other court documents involving unique and/or difficult legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; conducting highly complex civil or criminal litigation; and leading paralegals and support staff.

Preferred Qualifications: Your qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following competencies and experiences. You are required to respond to each competency in the occupational questionnaire portion of this announcement. Failure to respond to these questions may result in your being deemed not highly qualified for the position.

Qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following:

• Experience as a criminal prosecutor.
• Knowledge of white collar criminal litigation.
• Experience in supporting, litigating, and supervising federal or state criminal cases.
• Experience in U.S. District Court or state court.
• Experience conducting investigations of organizations and entities, including corporations.
• Experience with the federal judiciary.

Travel: Domestic and International travel will be required.

Position and Salary Information: These positions are for permanent appointments and detail assignments. The salary for these positions is at GS-15, $124,995 – $157,100 per annum, including locality pay. See OPM's Web page at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2014/general-schedule/

If a vacancy is filled as a detail assignment, there is no change to the employee's base pay.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Submission Process: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. A list of eligible candidates will be referred to the hiring managers every Wednesday during the open period of the announcement. The announcement may be closed at any time once all selection are made. If you are interested in applying, it is recommended that you do so early.

All Application Packages must be received by 11:59 PM, Eastern Time, on the closing date of this announcement.

Please submit your application through USAJOBS. The list of required documents can be found in the USAJobs announcement.

1. If you do not already have an account, please create a USAjobs account before applying Create an Account. You will be able to upload your resume and supporting documents and complete your profile prior to applying.

2. Once you have an account, apply to the USAjobs vacancy: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/365295300

Internet Sites: This and selected other attorney vacancy announcements can be found on the Internet at: http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html

For more information about the Criminal Division, please visit http://www.justice.gov/criminal/

Department Policies: The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability (physical or mental), age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a parent, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, on the basis of personal favoritism, or any non merit factor. The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities. The Department is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department of Justice. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment. Employment is also contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review and the United States Attorneys’ Offices. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, non-U.S. citizens may apply for employment with other organizations, but should be advised that appointments of non-U.S. citizens are extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their submissions. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf for a copy of SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preferences and the required supporting document(s). Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service-connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that his or her retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that he/she was transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).