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SUMMER 2018 LAW STUDENT POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

The Office of the Special Inspector General for the Troubled Asset Relief Program (SIGTARP) was established at the Department of the Treasury under the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008. SIGTARP’s mission is to conduct, supervise, and coordinate audits and investigations of the purchase, management, and sale of assets by the Secretary under the TARP. We are looking for law clerks to assist our team as we take on our responsibility to oversee this historic program and its participants.

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides expert legal guidance and support to SIGTARP in all areas, including auditing, criminal investigations, litigation, legislation, regulation, Congressional relations, personnel and employee relations, equal employment, the Freedom of Information Act, the Privacy Act, and other areas of administrative law.

QUALIFICATIONS:

All applicants must have completed at least one year of law school by the start of the internship and should have an interest in public service. Superior academic credentials, law review/journal, and/or trial team/moot court experience preferred.

DATE POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE:

Summer 2018. Student appointments will be on a semester basis, with a preferred minimum commitment of 10 weeks. Students are expected to work 40 hours a week.

DUTIES:

 Provide legal assistance and support in the Office of the General Counsel under supervision of attorneys and the General Counsel on topics such as administrative law, personnel law, EEO law, ethics, Privacy Act, FOIA, commercial transactions, and criminal law.

 Provide advice, interpretations, and determinations on matters involved in SIGTARP programs and missions, including audits and investigations.

 Perform research of statutes, legislative histories, regulations, court decisions, administrative rules and decisions, policies and practices of other governmental agencies, legal articles, and other writings.

 Perform other duties assigned in support of SIGTARPs mission.

NUMBER OF POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

OGC anticipates selecting up to 3 volunteer Law Clerk/Interns per semester.

SALARY:

Volunteer (without compensation), but the selectee may apply for law school academic credit, with OGC assistance and support.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Application package should include: a cover letter with your hours/schedule availability; a resume; and a law school transcript (official or unofficial). If you seek law school credit for the internship, please indicate that fact in your cover letter. Submit applications electronically to Tamara Schulman at Tamara.Schulman@Treasury.gov. Please direct questions to Tamara Schulman via e-mail or phone at: (202) 622-0296.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Internship applications should be submitted as soon as possible, but no later than March 30, 2018. Interviews will be conducted and selections will be made as soon as possible. Students may also apply the for Fall 2018 semester.

NOTIFICATION:

Applicants may be contacted if additional information is needed or to schedule an interview.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

Q – Nonsensitive

WEBSITE

https://www.sigtarp.gov

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee.

Please note, for both positions, the law student must be able to physically report to work in Washington, DC for the entire duration of the internship.  A student can also learn more about our agency in general at www.sigtarp.gov. 

The Associate General Counsel position is in the Mortgage Securities group of the Legal Division. The team is seeking a Transactional Securitization lawyer. As member of the team you will be seen as a key advisor and securities expert.

Role: 8712BR Associate General Counsel

Employee Referral Code: F400638 or 400638

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The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia is seeking eight (8) trial attorneys for our Public Safety Division. All applicants must have a law degree and be active members of the bar in any jurisdiction at the time of application to qualify. Ideal candidates we are seeking must have 1-5 years of trial experience.

ANNOUNCEMENT NO: #18-020
POSITION TITLE: TRIAL ATTORNEY – 8 vacancies (Public Safety Division)

POSITION GRADE & SERIES: LS-905 Grades 12-13
SALARY RANGE: $81,246 – $96,623

Salary in this range will be based on a multitude of factors including applicable rules, regulations and guidelines.

OPENING DATE: February 26, 2018
CLOSING DATE: March 19, 2018

DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: 13-month Term
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to the Public

WORKSITE LOCATION:
Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia
Public Safety Division
441 4th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001

NO. OF VACANCIES: 8 (Eight)

This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 1403 and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Public Safety Division of the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia seeks a trial attorney. The Division includes a Criminal Section which prosecutes traffic offenses and certain adult misdemeanor crimes under the D.C. Code, such as weapons offenses and fraud,; a Juvenile Section which prosecutes delinquency and status offenses; a Mental Health Section which represents the District’s interests in civil commitment proceedings; and a Domestic Violence Section which represents complainants of domestic violence in all aspects of civil protection order litigation, including contempt prosecution. The attorney’s caseload may include any of these types of cases. The attorney will manage his or her own caseload and will work closely with colleagues from public and private agencies in seeking a broad range of dispositions and remedies for complainants. This position may also afford the opportunity for a six (6) month detail as a Special United States Attorney. Each of these positions is for a 13-month term and is contingent upon the availability of funds.

QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate must have at least one year of trial experience for a grade 12 step 1 position and five years’ experience for a grade 13 step 1 position, the ability to work across disciplines, and the ability to work with a high degree of independence. The ideal candidate should also have a demonstrated commitment to work in the area of prosecution, with a sincere passion for seeking justice and fairness in the criminal justice system.

ELIGIBILITY: The successful candidate must have a law degree and be an active member in good standing of the bar of any jurisdiction. If not a member of the District of Columbia Bar, the candidate must be sworn into the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of his/her initial appointment with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia.

OTHER INFORMATION: The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation including reference checks.

HOW TO APPLY: Candidates should e-mail one PDF file which includes: 1) a cover letter (must include the vacancy number) summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position; 2) résumé; 3) list of three references; and 4) a writing sample to OAG.RecruitmentAttorney@dc.gov by 11:59pm of the closing date indicated above, addressed to Arlyntha Love, Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, 441 4th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001.

PRIORITY CONSIDERATION: Displaced Employee Priority Placement: Candidates who are eligible for the District of Columbia’s Displaced Employee Program (DEP) and Agency Reemployment Priority Placement Program (ARPP) will be given priority consideration for this position if found qualified.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the District of Columbia government’s retirement plan. However, if selectee was previously employed in the District of Columbia’s government under an appointment for which he/she was eligible for Civil Service Retirement (CSR), contributions to CSR will resume upon re-employment.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Applicants claiming veterans’ preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of or a plea of guilty to a violation of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information or political affiliation.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

POSITION GRADE & SERIES:
#18-018: LS-12/1 to 13/4
#18-019: LS-12/1 to 13/1

SALARY RANGE:
#18-018: $79,810 – $104,404
#18-019: $79,810 – $94,915

Salary in this range will be based on a multitude of factors including applicable rules, regulations and guidelines.

OPENING DATE: February 21, 2018
CLOSING DATE: March 14, 2018

DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: Permanent
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to the Public

WORKSITE LOCATION:
Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia
Civil Litigation Division, Section III
441 4th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001

NO. OF VACANCIES: Two (2)

This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 1403 and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia seeks an experienced trial attorney for Section III of its Civil Litigation Division. The Civil Litigation Division defends the District of Columbia in civil lawsuits filed in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia in which plaintiffs seek money damages and/or individual injunctive relief. The cases primarily are in the areas of personal injury (automobile, police false arrest, assault and battery, slip and falls, inmate claims and medical malpractice), claims filed under the D.C. Whistleblower Protection Act and the D.C. Human Rights Act (DCHRA), federal constitutional civil rights claims (e.g., Fourth Amendment claims involving alleged unlawful arrest and excessive force), and employment discrimination claims arising under local or federal law (e.g., sexual harassment and/or discrimination based upon race, gender, or sexual orientation under the DCHRA, Title VII, the American With Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, etc.).

The successful candidate will defend the District of Columbia and its executive level agencies, officials, and employees acting within the scope of their employment. The successful candidate will have an individual caseload of approximately twenty-five active civil cases and may work on various litigation teams. The incumbent will file pleadings, conduct and respond to written discovery, conduct and defend depositions, file and respond to procedural and dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, and conduct trials and contested hearings. There is substantial contact with client agencies and individual clients.

This position requires significant civil litigation experience. Prior civil litigation experience must include trials or evidentiary hearings, motions and discovery practice, taking and defending depositions, and a thorough knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Significant experience in one or more substantive areas where the Division practices (e.g., civil rights law and municipal liability, employment discrimination and/or whistleblower claims, or personal injury tort defense) is desired.

QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years’ civil litigation experience. The successful candidate must have excellent research and writing skills, extensive experience in conducting discovery, including expert discovery, and all aspects of pretrial civil practice, and civil jury trial experience.

The candidate must be able to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and be a self-starter. Prior judicial clerkship experience is highly desirable but not required.

ELIGIBILITY: The successful candidate must have a law degree and be an active member in good standing of the bar of any jurisdiction. If not a member of the District of Columbia Bar, the candidate must be sworn into the District of Columbia Bar within 360 days of his/her initial appointment with the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia.

OTHER INFORMATION: The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation including reference checks.

HOW TO APPLY: Candidates should e-mail one PDF file which includes: 1) a cover letter (must include the vacancy ann’t number) summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position; 2) résumé; 3) list of three references; and 4) a writing sample to OAG.RecruitmentAttorney@dc.gov by 11:59pm of the closing date indicated above, addressed to Arlyntha Love, Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, 441 4th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001.

PRIORITY CONSIDERATION: Displaced Employee Priority Placement: Candidates who are eligible for the District of Columbia’s Displaced Employee Program (DEP) and Agency Reemployment Priority Placement Program (ARPP) will be given priority consideration for this position if found qualified.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the District of Columbia government’s retirement plan. However, if selectee was previously employed in the District of Columbia’s government under an appointment for which he/she was eligible for Civil Service Retirement (CSR), contributions to CSR will resume upon re-employment.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Applicants claiming veterans’ preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of or a plea of guilty to a violation of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information or political affiliation.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

OFFICIAL JOB OFFERS ARE TO BE MADE ONLY BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION OF THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

Launching in 2018, the Thurgood Marshall Center for Civil Rights will be Howard University’s flagship institutional setting for the study and practice of civil rights, human rights, racial justice and the law. The law school supports a unique intellectual community for faculty and students seeking to use the law to become social engineers on both a national and international scale.

Responsibilities

The Thurgood Marshall Center is currently seeking a Managing Director. The Managing Director will serve as the chief administrative officer, reporting to the Executive Director, and supported by a program assistant and two Center fellows. The Managing Director will assist the Executive Director in overseeing the administrative, programmatic and financial management of the Center. The position offers a competitive salary and full benefits. The director’s complete administrative and programmatic responsibilities are to achieve the stated goals:  

 Assist the Executive Director in planning, organizing, and implementing conferences, symposia, lecturers and other events and activities sponsored by the Center.

 Manage the Center’s administrative operations and activities, with accountability for operational and budget processes, finance, human resources and space planning.

 Manage the Center’s fundraising efforts, which will include developing grant proposals, seeking financial support from foundations, alumni, professional organizations, and various other individuals and philanthropic parties.

 Assist the Executive Director in supervision of staff and student employees and volunteers.

 Work with appropriate law school and university personnel to design, prepare and produce center publications, including the annual report, alumni mailings, and publicity materials.

 Collaborate with campus resources to develop, submit, and manage gifts and grants, ensuring that expenses are appropriately applied according to the funding terms and University policy.

Qualifications

 J.D. required.

 Advanced knowledge and experience in directing a variety of administrative and operational activities, including events planning, marketing, fundraising, and grant writing.

 Advanced knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices to successfully adapt to institutional rules, regulations, processes, protocols, and procedures to successfully manage budgets, accounts and fund management; human resource management and supervision; and experience in project/research management in an academic setting preferred.

 Substantial demonstrated fundraising experience.

 Advanced oral and written communication skills to include active listening, persuasiveness, and ability to work with diverse groups and individuals to achieve positive results.

 Advanced ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills. Advanced skills in short and long term strategic planning and analysis. Must demonstrate successful innovative problem- solving skills using diplomacy and judgment within a complex environment.

 Advanced interpersonal, cooperative, and organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of internal and external peers and managers to achieve results. Significant experience in developing superior relationships with key stakeholders and demonstrated ability to articulate the Center’s priorities, objectives and mission.

 Substantial ability to direct the design of effective strategies for fund-raising and Center publicity.

 Ability to successfully deal with confidential, complex situations involving coordination and consultation with high level constituents.

 Leadership experience and the ability to supervise and motivate others, encourage teamwork, work collaboratively within large organizations, and provide clear direction to achieve exceptional results.

 Ability to do some traveling and attend evening and weekend events.

 Must be able to successfully complete a criminal background check.

How to Apply

Please submit applications and questions to ThurgoodMarshallCenter@law.howard.edu and address all correspondence to Justin Hansford, the center’s Executive Director. No phone calls please. The application should consist of a resume and cover letter, submitted in a single attachment.

Howard University School of Law’s Thurgood Marshall Center for Civil Rights offers 2 Fellowships to support the research and professional development of candidates pursuing a career in law teaching. Launching in 2018, the Thurgood Marshall Center (“TMC”) will be Howard University’s flagship institutional setting for the study and practice of civil rights, human rights, racial justice and the law. The law school supports a unique intellectual community for faculty and students seeking to use the law to become social engineers on both a national and international scale.

Eligibility and Qualifications

Candidates should possess (or expect to possess by June 30, 2018) a JD, LLM, or equivalent legal training; a strong academic record; a high degree of scholarly writing ability; and demonstrated interest and background in using the law to promote civil rights, human rights, and/or racial justice. We welcome candidates who, in addition, possess graduate training in other disciplines, community organizing experience, or other professional qualifications that will inform their research, teaching, and advocacy interests. We especially welcome candidates who plan to pursue work related to issues that concern the broader Black Lives Matter movement. And finally, we welcome applications from graduates of any law school, though Howard Law graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Terms of the Fellowship

The fellow will be appointed for the year beginning July 1, 2018 until July 1, 2019. The fellowship is intended to be renewable for a second year. The fellowship offers a competitive salary and full benefits.

The fellowship responsibilities are as follows:

 completing at least one substantial scholarly research project, presenting it as a work-in- progress to the school of law faculty, and submitting it for publication;

 where appropriate, teaching one course at the law school during each year of the fellowship;

 spearheading one community advocacy project with the TMC and/or the civil and human rights clinic each year of the fellowship;

 assisting with the administration of the TMC; including coordinating events, meetings, and community outreach projects;

 Formally and informally mentoring students in the civil and human rights clinic and TMC student volunteers

Application Process

Applications should be submitted by March 23, 2018 at the latest.

To apply for the fellowship, you must submit the following materials: 

 cover letter summarizing your qualifications, including any past and/or potential contributions to civil rights, human rights, and/or racial justice movements through research, teaching, and/or service;

 scholarly research proposal, no longer than 800 words in length;

 resume/CV;

 law school transcript;

 a writing sample;

 names and contact information of two references prepared to write a letter of recommendation upon request. At least one should be a law professor familiar with your scholarly potential.

Visit the Howard University School of Law website http://law.howard.edu/ for more information about our institution. Please submit applications and questions to ThurgoodMarshallCenter@law.howard.edu and address all correspondence to Justin Hansford, Executive Director of the center. No phone calls please.

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) Office of Congressional Information and Publishing (CIP) is seeking a Legislative Analyst to join its Legislative Analysis and Information Section (LAIS). The Office of Congressional Information and Publishing is the organization within CRS and the Library of Congress that is mandated to produce legislative information for the United States Congress. This information is considered to be authoritative for Federal legislation: it is consulted widely by lawmakers, policymakers, academics, and members of the public who are seeking accurate, objective information on both new and amended Federal legislation.

Drawing on his/her knowledge of the Federal legislative process as well as knowledge of specific subject fields (e.g., criminal law, environmental law and regulation, international law, etc.), the Legislative Analyst will: analyze newly-introduced and amended Federal legislation to determine the legislation's meaning, intent, and impact on existing law; prepare official digests and other summaries and abstracts of Federal legislation; communicate and collaborate with the CRS research community to ensure integration of legislative analysis and research products; and consult with congressional staff and committees to resolve questions regarding legislative intent and/or errors or omissions in legislative drafting; combine expert knowledge of one or more legislative subject areas with knowledge of new methods for organizing, accessing, and disseminating information to create and maintain innovative products and services; and analyze gaps in the congressional information services, evaluate new options, and make recommendations. The Legislative Analyst performs this work in an online environment.

CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress, CRS has been a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill for over a century.

CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective, and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on public policy issues of interest to its Members and committees.

CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity. Interested applicants must apply online http://www.loc.gov/crsinfo/

Senior Director, Voting Rights & Redistricting  

Washington, DC

The Campaign Legal Center (CLC), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC. Through litigation, policy analysis and public education, CLC works to protect and strengthen the U.S. democratic process across all levels of government. CLC is adamantly nonpartisan, holding candidates and government officials accountable regardless of political affiliation.

CLC was founded in 2002 and is a recipient of the prestigious MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions. Our work today is more critical than ever as we fight the current threats to our democracy in the areas of campaign finance, voting rights, redistricting, and ethics. Most recently, CLC argued Gill v. Whitford, the groundbreaking Supreme Court case seeking to end extreme partisan gerrymandering. In addition, CLC plays a leading watchdog role on ethics issues, providing expert analysis and helping journalists uncover ethical violations. CLC participates in legal proceedings across the country to defend the right to vote. See our latest impact report.

Position Summary

CLC engages in litigation involving voting rights and redistricting around the country, both to ensure the constitutional implementation of existing laws and to defend new reforms against legal challenges. CLC also participates in trial and appellate cases through friend-of-the-court briefs, engages in educational efforts (such as know-your-rights trainings), and provides legislative drafting assistance to legislatures and organizations seeking to improve election law.

Reporting to the Vice President, the Senior Director, Voting Rights and Redistricting is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of CLC’s litigation strategy in voting rights and redistricting cases.  Managing a team of six to eight attorneys, the Senior Director works in close collaboration with other attorneys and staff throughout the organization to direct the identification, commencement, and litigation of proceedings relating to voting rights and redistricting.  The Senior Director articulates a clear vision and goals, aligns trial and appellate strategies with those goals, and mentors and develops the litigation skills of CLC’s attorneys at all levels.  The Senior Director also engages key stakeholders, both internally and externally, in the planning and execution of CLC’s overall strategic vision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with CLC’s senior leadership on the development and articulation of CLC’s trial court litigation goals and strategies

• Provide leadership, strategic direction, and day-to-day supervision for team of six to eight litigators

• Identify staffing and other resources necessary to deliver on program goals, and advise on prioritization

• Manage case intake to maximize available resources

• Review attorney work product, including all aspects of discovery, motion practice, briefing, trials, and appeals

• Manage own caseload of litigation in federal and state courts

• Advise on proposed state and local legislation, particularly with respect to litigation risks; assist in building legislative records, including through written and oral testimony

• Collaborate with Development staff to support fundraising efforts

• Work with Communications staff and other teams to develop messaging and strategic communications plans

• Monitor public policy debates and make strategic recommendations regarding situations in which CLC can most effectively engage

• Assist in budget development, approve expenses, and track spending

• Participate in media appearances, social media activities, and other communication efforts, including responding to press inquiries

• Represent CLC at conferences and events

• Some travel required

Qualifications

• At least ten years of post-JD experience, primarily or exclusively in federal litigation

• Experience managing litigation teams and supervising the work of litigation attorneys

• Exemplary writing, editing, and analytical skills

• Outstanding attention to detail

• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills with a proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team

• Formal managerial experience, such as conducting performance evaluations and implementing organizational policies and procedures, is highly desirable

• Litigation experience in voting rights or other election law areas is desirable, but not required

• Active membership in the DC bar in good standing, or eligibility to waive into the DC bar

• Commitment to the nonpartisan nature and overall mission of CLC

The Campaign Legal Center (CLC) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services and benefits.

Disclaimer: This description is intended to provide an overview of this position and is not all inclusive. The incumbent in this position will be expected to perform other duties as required. Responsibilities may change over time. This description is provided for informational purposes only and does not form the basis of a contract.

To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and résumé addressing your interest in and relevant experience for this role with “Senior Director, Voting Rights & Redistricting” in the subject line to info@campaignlegalcenter.org

Campaign Legal Center: various opportunities, available here

Office of Attorney General for the District of Columbia, Supervisory Trial Attorney, Family Services Division, Child Protection Section

Ideal candidates must have at least 3-5 years of practice in prosecution or similar experience dealing with agency-level litigation; excellent oral and writing skills; and demonstrated ability to supervise and to direct the day-to-day activities of professional and support staff in a litigation-oriented office.Experience working with child welfare and/or in dealing with child abuse and neglect issues is strongly preferred.  Applicants must have a law degree and admission to a bar of any jurisdiction at the time of application to qualify.

Contact Arlyntha Love for more information

Arlyntha Love

Staff Assistant/Attorney Recruitment & Hiring

Personnel, Labor & Employment Division

Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia

441 4^th Street NW

Suite 1100S

Washington, D.C. 20001

Arlyntha.Love@dc.gov