Jobs

Trial Attorney - Torts-Vaccine Litigation
Department Of Justice
Offices, Boards and Divisions
Torts-Vaccine Litigation
Job Announcement Number:  TA-Torts-ETL-2014-01

SALARY RANGE: $75,621.00 to $138,136.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday,  March 19, 2014 to Wednesday, April 2, 2014

SERIES & GRADE: GS-0905-12/14

POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Excepted Service Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 15

DUTY LOCATIONS:
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington DC, DC View Map

WHO MAY APPLY: United States Citizens

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Public Trust - Background Investigation

SUPERVISORY STATUS: No

JOB SUMMARY:

Are you interested in a rewarding and challenging career? Join the U.S. Department of Justice!!

The Civil Division, with more than 1,000 attorneys and 14 litigating components, represents the United States, its departments and agencies, Members of Congress, Cabinet officers and other Federal employees.

Trial attorneys in the Vaccine Litigation Group represent the interests of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services in all cases filed in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act.  The cases involve claims of injury as a result of the receipt of vaccines covered by the Act.  The position offers a unique experience in public service and involves significant trial practice.  The legal and medical issues at stake in each case vary greatly.  Trial attorneys independently manage heavy case loads, and while streamlined procedures are utilized, cases frequently involve complex scientific issues of causation that routinely require employment of experts in medical fields such as pediatrics, neurology, immunology and epidemiology.  In cases in which petitioners are found entitled to compensation, the litigation requires retention and management of experts to develop an appropriate life care plan for the injured party – to include medical, remedial care, rehabilitation, calculation of lost earnings, actuarial projections and structured settlements.

Link to the Torts-CSTL-Vaccine website:  http://www.justice.gov/civil/common/vicp.html

TRAVEL REQUIRED

·         Occasional Travel

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

·         No

KEY REQUIREMENTS

·         You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.

·         Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply section).

·         You may be subjected to undergo a urinalysis for a drug test.

·         Moving and Relocation Expenses are not authorized.

·         You must undergo a pre-employment security investigation.

DUTIES:
Attorneys appear frequently before the Office of Special Masters in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, and also appear before the judges of the Court, as well as in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit when handling appeals. Responsibilities include factual and legal research, brief writing, working with expert witnesses to develop the defense of claims, as well as to address the life care needs of vaccine-injured petitioners. Attorneys also engage regularly in settlement negotiations, including alternative dispute resolution, as well as analysis of and responding to attorneys’ fees and costs requests.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Applicants must be a graduate from a full course of study in a School of Law accredited by the American Bar Association and be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), have at least one year of post J.D. experience to qualify at the GS-12 level; two years of post J.D. experience to qualify at the GS-13 level; and three years of post J.D. experience to qualify at the GS-14 level. You must also be a U.S. citizen.

Applicants should have excellent writing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, exhibit excellent judgment, and have a strong interest in trial and appellate practice.  Experience in litigating medical injury and/or products liability cases, and working with medical expert witnesses is strongly preferred.  The ideal candidate would enjoy working independently and as part of a team, and feel comfortable in a courtroom setting.  Applicants must exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with staff, attorney supervisors, and the client agency.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application will be evaluated by a reviewing panel.

BENEFITS:
The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; situational telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.  This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees:  https://www.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits

OTHER INFORMATION:
You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed to this position.

You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed to this position.

Relocation expenses will not be paid.

For more information about the Civil Division visit the Justice Department web site at: http://www.usdoj/civilindex.html

Other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at: http://www.usdoj.gov/oarm/attvacancies.html

EEO Statement:
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

HOW TO APPLY:
You must submit a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample. (12 pages or less) If you are claiming veterans preference, you must also submit your DD-214, and/or other documentation that support your claim. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION.

You must EMAIL your application to:  CSTL-Vaccine.Vacancies@usdoj.gov

Please use 'Announcement #TA-Torts-CSTLVac-2014-01' as your SUBJECT LINE.

You must submit your application so that it will be RECEIVED by the closing date of the announcement, EST.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

·         Cover Letter (Highlighting relevant experience)

·         Resume - Applicants are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show the possession of knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position and the technical skills to successfully perform the duties of the position.

·         Brief Writing Sample (12 pages or less)

·         Current performance appraisal (if applicable)

·         Veteran Preference documentation, if applicable.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Crystal Roy
Phone: (202)305-2718
Email: CRYSTAL.ROY@USDOJ.GOV

Agency Information:
Civil Division DOJ
PO BOX 14660
Ben Franklin Station
Washington, DC
20044

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once the online application is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. All qualified applications will be sent forward to the hiring official for review. You will be contacted directly if an interview is desired.

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FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS
  OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL
   EMPLOYMENT LAW AND ETHICS BRANCH
   ATTORNEY-ADVISOR
    GS-905-12/13/14

About the Office: The primary mission of the Employment Law and Ethics Branch (ELE) is to defend the Agency in labor and employment discrimination cases before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA).  ELE staff also represent the Agency before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) and before labor arbitrators.  In civil complaints of discrimination, ELE provides legal assistance to AUSAs and provides assistance to DOJ Civil Division attorneys in pay and other cases before the Court of Federal Claims.  ELE staff also review domestic violence cases and compressed work schedules.  They provide legal advice to management officials in labor and employment law matters.  In addition to the Central Office located in Washington, DC, ELE has satellite offices in Grand Prairie, Texas, Phoenix, Arizona, Stockton, California, Atlanta, Georgia, and Kansas City, Kansas.

Responsibilities and Opportunity Offered: The incumbent will have the responsibility of litigating cases before administrative judges at the MSPB, EEOC, FLRA, as well as other administrative forums.  The incumbent will have the opportunity to be directly involved in the preparation of Federal District Court trials.

Qualifications: Required qualifications: Interested parties must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least one year post-J.D. experience.

Preferred qualifications: Prior experience in labor and employment discrimination and/or general litigation is highly desired.

Travel: Frequent travel is required.

Number of Vacancies: One (1)

Salary Information: Current salary and years of experience will determine the appropriate salary level.  The appropriate salary range, including locality pay adjustments is GS-12 ($75,621 to $98,305); GS-13 ($89,924 to $116,901); or GS-14 ($106,263 to $138,136).

Location: Washington, DC

Relocation Expenses: Not authorized.

Submission Process and Deadline Date: Applicants must submit a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, resume, and a writing sample post marked by March 24, 2014 to:

U.S. Department of Justice
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Office of General Counsel
Employment Law and Ethics Branch, Room 254C
320 First Street, NW
Washington, DC 20534
Attention: Chung-Hi Yoder

You may also submit your application packet via e-mail to chyoder@bop.gov.  Please title the subject heading “Attorney DC 03 14.”

No telephone calls please. This position is open until filled, but no later than March 24, 2014.

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 non-service-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).

                                                                               

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United States Department of Justice
National Security Division
Counterespionage Section
Experienced Trial Attorneys, GS-905-13/14/15

About the Office: The National Security Division (NSD) leads the Department’s efforts to prevent and combat terrorism and to protect the national security. NSD provides legal and policy advice on national security matters, litigates counterterrorism, counterespionage, and foreign intelligence surveillance matters, represents the Government before the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and other federal trial and appellate courts, and conducts oversight over FBI national security investigations and foreign intelligence collection.

The Counterespionage Section (CES) investigates, prosecutes and supervises the investigation and prosecution of cases affecting the national security and foreign relations of the United States, including espionage and sabotage involving traditional and cyber activities, violations of trade embargoes, and cases involving the illegal export of military and/or strategic commodities, which increasingly involve computer hacking and unauthorized exfiltration.  The Section has exclusive responsibility for authorizing the prosecution of cases under criminal statutes relating to espionage, sabotage, neutrality and atomic energy. It provides legal advice to U.S. Attorney’s Offices and investigates agencies on all matters within its area of responsibility, which includes 90 federal statutes affecting the national security, as well as other cases that affect, relate to, or involve the national security, regardless of the underlying statute.  The Section also coordinates criminal cases involving the application of the Classified Information Procedures Act and administers and enforces the Foreign Agents Registration Act and related disclosure statutes.

Responsibilities and Opportunities Offered: CES attorneys provide legal advice and guidance to the investigative and intelligence communities in the development of cases for prosecution, and they assist the United States Attorney’s Offices when prosecution is undertaken, ensuring, among other things, that intelligence community equities are identified and protected.

Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a State, territory, or the District of Columbia and have at least 1.5 years of post-J.D. legal experience.  Applicants should have an interest in national security matters and possess excellent writing skills. Significant experience in litigation involving, or a strong interest in, computer intrusion investigations is desirable.  Applicants must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.

Travel: Occasional travel will be required.

Salary Information: Current salary and years of experience determine the appropriate salary level:
(GS-13):  $89,924- $116, 901 per annum
(GS-14):  $106,263-$138,136 per annum
(GS-15):  $124,995-$157,100 per annum

Location: Washington, D.C.

Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Application Process: To apply for this position, please submit a resume, a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience), a writing sample (not to exceed 10 pages), and a current performance appraisal (if applicable) to:

U.S. Department of Justice
Counterespionage Section
600 E Street, NW, Room10606
Washington, DC  20004
ATTN: Kathleen Kedian
No telephone calls please.

Or apply by email to: cesattorneyhire4@usdoj.govwith the subject line "CES  Attorney Hire."

Applications will be handled on a rolling basis until all available positions are filled. 

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

For more information about the National Security Division, please visit the NSD Web page at: http://www.usdoj.gov/nsd/

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/pdfimage/sf0015.pdf, for a copy of SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preferences and the required supporting documents). Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service-connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated within the last 12 months 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). 

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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION, OFFICE OF SPECIAL COUNSEL FOR
IMMIGRATION-RELATED UNFAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES
DEPUTY SPECIAL COUNSEL, ES-0905-00

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 14-SES-CRD-001

About the Office: The Civil Rights Division, is primarily responsible for enforcing federal statutes and executive orders that prohibit, among other things, unlawful discrimination in education, employment, housing, police service, public accommodations and facilities, voting, and federally funded and conducted programs. The laws that the Division enforces also prohibit conduct by law enforcement agencies, as well as conditions in public residential institutions, such as health care and correctional facilities, that violate the constitution.

The Civil Rights Division is seeking a managing attorney to serve as the lead career manager of the Office of Special Counsel for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices (OSC) in its enforcement of the anti-discrimination provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act, § 274B, 8 U.S.C. § 1324b, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of citizenship status or immigration status in hiring, firing, and recruitment or referral for a fee, by employers with four or more employees. The statute also prohibits national origin discrimination, unfair documentary practices related to verifying the employment eligibility of employees, and retaliation for asserting rights protected by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The OSC investigates charges of discrimination, conducts independent investigations, and, if a finding of reasonable cause is made and settlement is unsuccessful, files complaints and litigates cases before the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer of the Executive Office for Immigration Review. The OSC also conducts a nationwide public education program to educate workers, employers, relevant organizations, and relevant federal and state government agencies about OSC and the rights and responsibilities enumerated under the statute.

Who May Apply: Applications are being accepted from all qualified candidates.

Number of Opportunities: 1

Application Period: Applications are being accepted from Thursday, January 09, 2014 to 11:59 PM (ETZ) on Friday, January 31, 2014.

Responsibilities and Opportunity Offered: The successful candidate will: Serve as the lead career manager in the OSC, and report to the Special Counsel, who is appointed by the President for a four-year term and approved by the Senate. When there is a Special Counsel in place, the incumbent will participate fully with the Special Counsel to manage and supervise the following program services: outreach; investigation and litigation; advisory; legislative; management; and professional development. In the absence of the Special Counsel, the incumbent is fully responsible for carrying out all aspects of the OSC. The incumbent Deputy Special Counsel will: Supervise, directly and through subordinate supervisors, approximately 14 attorneys and 8 non-attorney professionals and support employees. Manage the development of the Section's enforcement strategy and implementation plan, including appropriate allocation of staff resources and oversight of personnel matters. Manage the development and implementation of policy initiatives for OSC and/or CRT, to include fulfillment of the OSC's statutorily mandated outreach. Identify and resolve broad technical and managerial difficulties that arise out of program operations. Develop and administer OSC policies and directives and ensure that they are interpreted and followed correctly. Develop OSC program objectives and methods for their execution. Evaluate and make recommendations as to the effectiveness of operations and policies of OSC and/or CRT and whether the CRT is making progress toward the goals and priorities established by OSC's program. Maintain a sound structure, improved administrative methods and procedures, and the most effective use of human resources, money and materials necessary for the accomplishment of the work of OSC. Develop budget estimates and assure that funds, positions, and materials of OSC are utilized accordingly. Oversee the review of decisions of administrative law judges and make recommendations concerning the advisability of appeal. Monitor compliance with orders issued by administrative law judges and make recommendations concerning the advisability of seeking petitions for enforcement of such orders before the federal district court. Play a critical role in a range of policy, regulatory, and outreach issues to include speaking to educate law enforcement and the public on OSC's work. Confer with the public (or their delegations) and law enforcement agencies and boards.

Required Qualifications: Please see "How You Will Be Evaluated" for additional information. Read this vacancy announcement in its entirety to ensure proper application procedures are followed.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is required by law to review the executive qualifications of each new career appointee to the Senior Executive Service (SES) prior to appointment. To be considered for this position, you must submit a written statement addressing the five (5) Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) listed below. Failure to address both the mandatory technical/professional qualifications and the ECQs will adversely affect your chances for selection.

You must provide a supplemental statement that demonstrates strong possession of all of the technical/professional requirements outlined below, and a narrative that separately addresses successful performance and creative leadership in prior managerial positions for each of the five Executive ECQs. When addressing the ECQs, give examples and explain how often you used these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of the people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc. Your ECQ statement must not exceed 10 pages.

A) Technical/Professional Requirements:

• A proven record of accomplishment of managing a complex organization and tackling challenging organizational issues.
• Ability to manage a diverse workforce that includes lawyers, non-lawyer professionals, including investigators, support staff and Federal contractors.
• Ability to establish an organizational vision, develop a strategic plan and implement strategic change, develop and advance policy initiatives, build coalitions, both within the organization and   outside the organization, to effectively enforce the applicable statutory provisions.
• Ability to consult and provide advice on complex legal and policy issues, and to resolve issues or negotiate agreements through effective oral and written communication.
• Experience litigating cases and negotiating settlements.
• Experience working with one or more of the applicable statutory provisions.

B) Executive Core Qualifications:

• Leading Change: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-1: creativity and innovation, external awareness, flexibility, resilience, strategic thinking, vision.
• Leading People: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-2: conflict management, leveraging diversity, developing others, team building.
• Results Driven: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-3: accountability, customer service, decisiveness, entrepreneurship, problem solving, technical credibility.
• Business Acumen: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-4: financial management, human capital management, technology management.
• Building Coalitions: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other federal agencies, state and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-5: partnering, political savvy, influencing/negotiating.

How You Will Be Evaluated:

The following fundamental competencies underlie the five ECQs, which should be incorporated into your responses to the ECQs and not as separate statements:

• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
• Oral Communication: Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.
• Integrity/Honesty: Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner. Shows consistency in words and actions. Models high standards of ethics.
• Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
• Continual Learning: Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development.
• Public Service Motivation: Shows a commitment to serve the public. Ensures that actions meet public needs; aligns organizational objectives and practices with public interests.

Applicants who have completed a Candidate Development Program (CDP) and had their ECQs certified by OPM must provide a copy of their certificate as part of their application.

Salary Information: $120,749.00 to $181,500.00 / Per Year

Location: Washington, D.C.

Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Travel: 25% or Greater

Submission Process and Deadline Date: You must submit your application so that it will be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time Zone on the closing date of the announcement: (1) a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience) and resume, (2) supplemental statement demonstrating possession of all the technical/professional requirements; and (3) narrative statement addressing each of the ECQs (10-page limit), and (4) a current performance appraisal (if none exists, a statement to that effect). In addition, current career SES members and former SES members who have reinstatement eligibility to the career SES should submit an SF-50 showing career SES status; OPM-certified SES Candidate Development Program graduates should submit a copy of their Qualifications Review Board (QRB) certificate.

Completed applications must be submitted by fax (202-514-6603) or electronic mail (vacancies-OSC@usdoj.gov). Please do not submit applications for employment via postal delivery. You must include the job announcement number (14-SES-CRD-001) in the subject line of your email or on the cover page of your fax. Question may be directed to Harry Vickers at 202-514-3934 or Harry.Vickers@usdoj.gov.

Other Information: An initial SES career appointee is subject to a one-year SES probationary period. If the Division does not receive the requested application materials, applicants will be evaluated solely on the information available and may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. The application materials will not be returned.

Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacations, sick leave, holidays, telework, life insurance, health benefits, and, participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to eligible federal employees: http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourcesCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.

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

For more information about the Civil Rights Division, visit the Civil Rights Division's web page.

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).

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The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION
OFFICE OF CHIEF COUNSEL
DIVERSION AND REGULATORY POLICY SECTION
EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY / GS-13 to GS-15

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), U.S. Department of Justice, is seeking an experienced attorney to work in the Office of Chief Counsel, Diversion and Regulatory Policy Section, DEA Headquarters, located in Arlington, Virginia.

Position Description: The attorney will be primarily responsible for serving as legal advisor on all issues related to the diversion of legally produced controlled substances and listed chemicals into illegitimate channels. Responsibilities will cover the gamut of regulatory matters mandated by the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), including drug and chemical control, drug scheduling actions, and quotas. The attorney will review and provide legal advice on relevant legislative proposals and agency policies. Additionally, the attorney will review all rules and regulations affecting the legitimate handling of controlled substances and listed chemicals, and evaluate them for compliance with the requirements of federal statutes including the CSA and the Administrative Procedure Act.

Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least eight (8) years post-J.D. legal experience. Applicants must also possess excellent oral and written advocacy and legal research skills. Applicants should have an exceptional academic background. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in federal regulatory law and proficiency in computer-aided legal research and computer word-processing. Applicants should also meet eligibility requirements for a Top Secret Clearance.

Knowledge of the Administrative Procedure Act is required. Knowledge of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) or some training or experience in scientific areas such as biochemistry or pharmacology is highly desirable but not required.

Salary: Current salary and years of legal experience will determine the appropriate salary level. The

possible salary range is from GS-13 ($89,033 – $115,742) to GS-15 ($123,758 - $155,500).

Application Procedure: Applicants must submit a detailed resume, a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, and a legal writing sample to:

Drug Enforcement Administration
Office of Chief Counsel
Chief, Diversion and Regulatory Policy Section (CCR)
ATTN: Elizabeth Murphy/Associate Chief Counsel
8701 Morrissette Drive
Springfield, Virginia 22152

No telephone calls, please. Applications must be received by February 21, 2014.

Applicants who are found, through investigation or personal admission, to have experimented with or used narcotics or dangerous drugs, except those medically prescribed, will not be considered for employment with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Exceptions to this policy may be made for applicants who admit to limited youthful and experimental use of marijuana. Such applicants may be considered for employment if there is no evidence of regular, confirmed usage and the full-field background investigation and results of the other steps in the process are otherwise favorable.

Compliance with this policy is an essential requirement of the position. All applicants must complete the DEA Drug Questionnaire and submit that Questionnaire with their application package. A copy of the drug questionnaire can be located at http://www.justice.gov/dea, under "Careers." The link to the questionnaire is located under "Employment Requirements."

Additional Information: This and selected other attorney vacancy announcements can be found on the Internet at: http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html or http://dojnet.doj.gov/oarm/attvacancies.php.

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, politics, marital status, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism. 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 the 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. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, non-U.S. Citizens may apply for employment with other organizations, but should be advised that appointment of non-U.S. Citizens is extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Dual citizens of 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 are encouraged to include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g. the DD 214 or other substantiating documents) to their submissions.

The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
CRIMINAL DIVISION, FRAUD SECTION
TRIAL ATTORNEYS / GS-0905-14/15
14-CRM-FRD-028
CLOSING DATE: JANUARY 31, 2014

This vacancy 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 are located in the Securities and Financial Fraud unit.

Responsibilities and Opportunities Offered: The Criminal Division, U.S. Department of Justice, is seeking three qualified, experienced attorneys for two year 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 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, 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 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 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 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:

All applicants must possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of a bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).

Grade Specific Qualifications:

•To qualify at the GS-14 level, applicants must have at least two and a half (2.5) years of post-J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-13 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: preparing pleadings, briefs and other court papers involving legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; and conducting civil or criminal litigation.
• To qualify at the GS-15 level, applicants must have four (4) or more years of 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: preparing pleadings, briefs and other court papers involving unique and/or difficult legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; and conducting complex civil or criminal litigation.

Qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following:

• Knowledge of securities and financial fraud law and policy.
• Knowledge of white collar criminal litigation.
• Experience in supporting, litigating, and supervising federal or state criminal cases.
• Experience giving or taking depositions in federal civil litigation.
• Experience with the federal judiciary.

Position and Salary Information: These positions are for two-year term appointments and detail assignments, with the possibility of extensions contingent on available funding.

The salary range for these positions is GS-14 to GS-15, 106,263 – 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/

Locations: Washington, DC.

Submission Process and Deadline Date: To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes the Assessment Questionnaire and the Required Documents indicated below. The Application Package must be received by 11:59 PM, Eastern Time, on the closing date of this announcement.

A complete application package must include:

1. Cover Letter (highlighting relevant experience).
2. Résumé - Applicants are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show the possession of knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position and the technical skills to successfully perform the duties of the position.
3. Law School Transcripts.
4. Writing Sample.
5. Assessment Questionnaire.
6. Performance Appraisal (if applicable).
7. Documentation of eligibility for special hiring authorities (if applicable) to prove appointment eligibility. Examples include: Schedule A disability letter, Peace Corps volunteer letter, military spouse hiring authority documentation, etc.
8. Veterans Preference Documentation (if applicable).

Please submit your application through USAJOBS.

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/359522500

What to Expect Next:

We will notify you of your status as a candidate after each step of the recruitment process (receipt of application, determination of basic qualifications, notice of forward to selecting official, and final selection). After extending a tentative job offer and receiving acceptance by the selectee, we will conduct an employment suitability/security background investigation to confirm that the selectee meets all requirements to fill the position. We expect to make a final job offer once all such reviews have been completed.

Other Information:

• Domestic and international travel is required.
• Relocation expenses may be authorized.
• You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement
• All male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service (see http://www.sss.gov). If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law
• DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

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 Employer. The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring personnel office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. 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 by and advanced within the Department of Justice on the basis of merit.

It is the policy of the Department of Justice to achieve a drug-free workplace, and persons selected will be required to pass a drug test to screen for illegal drug use prior to final approval. Employment is also contingent upon the satisfactory 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 are encouraged to include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214 or other substantiating documents) to their submission. 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 non-service 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).

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The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.

 

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

 

 Office of the Attorney General

                                                                              

 Attorney Advisor

 Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs

 Vacancy Announcement #OAG-13-070

 *Salary range: LS-13/14 $84,029-$99,294

 

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia (OAG) is seeking candidates for the position of Attorney Advisor in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) for the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA).  DCRA protects the health, safety, economic interests, and quality of life of residents, businesses, and visitors in the District of Columbia by issuing licenses and permits, conducting inspections, enforcing building, housing, and safety codes, regulating land use and development, and providing consumer education and advocacy services. DCRA takes legal action against businesses and individuals who violate District laws, and works to prevent the occurrence of illegal, deceptive, and unfair trade practices through education and public awareness programs.

 

In furtherance of DCRA’s mission, the Office of the General Counsel (1) provides legal advice and support to the agency’s senior management team on a broad range of matters;  (2) represents DCRA in administrative hearings before the Office of Administrative Hearings and the Board of Zoning Adjustment; (3) participates in development of legislation and rules for the agency; and (4) assists in drafting memoranda of understanding with other District agencies.

 

The candidate must have a working knowledge of the operations of the District government, effective interpersonal skills, strong legal research and writing skills, and effective oral and written communication skills and litigation skills. Knowledge of relevant federal and District public laws including the District’s Construction, Housing and Zoning Codes, the Nuisance Abatement Reform Amendment Act of 2006, the General License Law, the Business Corporation Act and the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Civil Infractions Act of 1985 is highly desirable. Specific experience in legislative drafting and rulemaking is also desirable

 

The successful candidate for this position must be barred in the District of Columbia or eligible for waiver into the D.C. Bar.  If a candidate is selected and is not a member of the District of Columbia Bar, he/she must apply for membership and show proof of such prior to the commencement of employment.

 

This position is within  the Collective Bargaining Unit.  Candidates for the position may also be subject to a background check.

 

* Salary in this range will be based on applicable rules, regulations and guidelines.

 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume, writing sample, most recent performance evaluation, and statement of interest summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position.  Please submit your materials to Kim McDaniel, Director of EEO, Recruitment and Hiring, Suite 1100 South.  Open until filled.  Screening of applications will begin on Friday, September 13, 2013.

 

 

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code § 2-1401.01 et seq., 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, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, source of income, or place of residence or business.  Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is 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 subjected to disciplinary action.

Kim McDaniel

Director of EEO, Recruitment and Hiring

202-724-5503

kim.mcdaniel@dc.gov

fax# 202-730-0589

 

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Securities Compliance Examiner

Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations

Position Number: 13-ES-944745-AMT

Location: San Francisco, CA

Compensation: $85,933.00 to $172,151.00

Grade: SK-12/13

Overview:

The mission of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation.

This position is located in the Office of Inspections and Examinations (OCIE). The Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations ("OCIE") protects investors through administering the SEC's nationwide examination and inspection program. OCIE’s mission is to protect investors, ensure market integrity and support responsible capital formation through risk-focused strategies that: (1) improve compliance; (2) prevent fraud; (3) monitor risk; and (4) inform policy. For more information about the Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations, please visit http://www.sec.gov/about/offices/ocie.shtml.

 

The Securities Compliance Examiner conduct examinations of the nation's registered entities, including broker-dealers, transfer agents, investment advisers, investment companies, the national securities exchanges, clearing agencies, SROs such as the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority ("FINRA") and the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board, and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board ("PCAOB"). OCIE’s mission is to protect investors, ensure market integrity and support responsible capital formation through risk-focused strategies that: (1) improve compliance; (2) prevent fraud; (3) monitor risk; and (4) inform policy. Duties may include the following:

• Conducting research, reviews and analyzes a variety of documents related to securities compliance examinations and market regulations, and developing recommendations to resolve problems or issues encountered in assigned area of specialization

• Responding to inquiries concerning the work of the Office and maintains productive work relationship with federal and state agencies and the industry

To Apply:

For important information about this position, including details on duties, qualifications, and how to apply click here. You must apply for this position by September 11, 2013 through www.USAJobs.com.

If you need additional information contact Jeffery Anoka, Outreach Coordinator, Office of Minority and Women Inclusion (OMWI) at 202-551-6086 or anokaj@sec.gov.

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General Attorney (International Counsel)

Office of Credit Ratings

Position Number:         13-EX-948593-AMT

Location:                      New York, NY

Compensation: $133,309.00 to $224,568.00

Grade:                          SK-16

Overview:

The mission of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation. 

This position is located in the Office of Credit Ratings located in New York, New York.  The Office of Credit Ratings ("OCR") assists the Commission in executing its responsibility for protecting investors, promoting capital formation, and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets through the oversight of credit rating agencies registered with the Commission as "nationally recognized statistical rating organizations" or "NRSROs." For more information about the Office of Credit Ratings, please visit http://www.sec.gov/about/offices/ocr.shtml.

The General Attorney (International Counsel) provides expert legal assistance and advice for sensitive and complex programs, issues, and problems dealing with global examination or inspection activities for Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations. Work assignments may include the following:

• Analyzing and interpreting new legislation and implement regulations both within and outside the US and brief key executives on the purpose and effect
• Acting as subject matter expert in international rules and regulations related to the credit rating industry
• Identifying potential examination and investigative opportunities and developing strategies for pursuing those issues

To Apply:

For important information about this position, including details on duties, qualifications, and how to apply click here. You must apply for this position by September 17, 2013 through www.USAJobs.com. 

If you need additional information contact Jeffery Anoka, Outreach Coordinator, Office of Minority and Women Inclusion (OMWI) at 202-551-6086 or anokaj@sec.gov. 

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General Attorney (International Counsel)

Office of Credit Ratings

Position Number: 13-EX-948593-AMT

Location: New York, NY

Compensation: $133,309.00 to $224,568.00

Grade: SK-16

Overview:

The mission of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation.

This position is located in the Office of Credit Ratings located in New York, New York. The Office of Credit Ratings ("OCR") assists the Commission in executing its responsibility for protecting investors, promoting capital formation, and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets through the oversight of credit rating agencies registered with the Commission as "nationally recognized statistical rating organizations" or "NRSROs." For more information about the Office of Credit Ratings, please visit http://www.sec.gov/about/offices/ocr.shtml.

The General Attorney (International Counsel) provides expert legal assistance and advice for sensitive and complex programs, issues, and problems dealing with global examination or inspection activities for Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations. Work assignments may include the following:

• Analyzing and interpreting new legislation and implement regulations both within and outside the US and brief key executives on the purpose and effect

• Acting as subject matter expert in international rules and regulations related to the credit rating industry

• Identifying potential examination and investigative opportunities and developing strategies for pursuing those issues

To Apply:

For important information about this position, including details on duties, qualifications, and how to apply click here. You must apply for this position by September 17, 2013 through www.USAJobs.com.

If you need additional information contact Jeffery Anoka, Outreach Coordinator, Office of Minority and Women Inclusion (OMWI) at 202-551-6086 or anokaj@sec.gov.

Because this employer has submitted multiple postings, we are consolidating these into a single post.  Interested candidates should follow the instructions below, and submit materials to:

Kim McDaniel,
Director of EEO, Recruitment and Hiring
202-724-5503
kim.mcdaniel@dc.gov
fax# 202-730-0589.

Deputy General Counsel (Policy and Legislation)
Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking
Office of General Counsel
 
Vacancy Announcement #13-066
Salary range: LX-2 $130,000--$151,807*
 
The Incumbent is responsible for providing legal advice to the DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking.
 As Deputy General Counsel, DISB, the incumbent would be responsible for the administration, direction, and management of a wide range of legal areas encompassing legal advice, legislative and regulatory development and enforcement actions.  Substantive areas of responsibility include legal work, except litigation before the civil courts; drafting and analyzing pending and proposed legislation, regulations, and policies pertaining to DISB’s regulatory and enforcement authorities; the Freedom of Information Act; Union/labor relations, and employee disciplinary actions; preparing letters and memoranda; and legal work, except litigation before the civil courts, pertaining to DISB’s regulatory and enforcement authorities. The incumbent supports the General Counsel, and performs these and such other duties as may be assigned by the General Counsel or agency head.
The applicant should have extensive skills in interpreting and applying applicable laws, regulations and practices, including agency policies and relevant judicial decisions and comprehensive skills in analysis and resolution of difficult legal issues in an orderly, systematic and effective manner and extensive skills in applying sound judgment in review and analysis of matters assigned.  The applicant must have the ability to articulate concerns and positions on extremely sensitive issues both orally and in writing and should have a broad range of knowledge of general administrative and management principles, practices and techniques; and have the skill in applying this knowledge and the ability to assume responsibilities of administrative and managerial functions.  It would be a plus if the applicant possessed demonstrated knowledge of Federal and State banking and financial services law, insurance and financial services laws or securities law, agency policies, regulations and procedures , as well as federal and state laws related to the functions of DISB.  The applicant should also have some knowledge of consumer protection laws related to insurance, securities or banking, including the Dodd-Frank Act, the Truth and Lending Act, the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, the Fair Housing Act, the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act, and the Community Reinvestment Act.
 
As this is a management level position, it would be a plus if the applicant had demonstrated experience managing a staff of attorneys and administrative support staff, directing the daily activities of such staff and evaluating the performance of such staffs.  The successful candidate must have a law degree and must either be a member of or eligible for waiver into the District of Columbia Bar.  If a candidate is selected and is not a member of the District of Columbia Bar, he/she must apply for membership and show proof such application prior to commencement of employment. The candidate must also have a working knowledge of laws related to municipal employment law, personnel and labor relations and the operations of the District government, effective interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.  Experience in legislative drafting or rulemaking is a plus.
 
The position is outside the Collective Bargaining Unit.  Candidates for the position shall be subject to a background check.
 
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume, writing sample, most recent performance evaluation, and statement of interest summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position.  Please submit your materials to Kim McDaniel, Director of EEO, Recruitment and Hiring, Rm. 1100 South, 441 4th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20001.  Open until filled.  Screening of applications will begin on August 21, 2013.

CHIEF, NEIGHBORHOOD & VICTIM SERVICES SECTION
Public Safety Division
Vacancy Announcement #13-065
Salary range: LX-1  $95,455 - $102,559*
 
The Public Safety Division of the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia is seeking candidates for the position of Chief for the Neighborhood & Victim Services (NVS) Section.  The Chief is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of NVS, which provides a variety of litigation and other legal services, community outreach, and victim and witness services.
 
The NVS Section Chief will supervise paralegals, attorneys, and Victim-Witness Program Specialists.  The attorneys are responsible for:  (1) providing legal assistance in a broad number of areas to the eight Wards in the District of Columbia; (2) working with the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA), and other law enforcement agencies to address nuisance properties (both through agency administrative enforcement actions and/or litigation initiated by NVS) in District neighborhoods; (3) investigation and litigation of nuisance property cases under various criminal and civil statutes, including violations of the construction codes, housing codes, and fire codes, as well as cases brought under the Drug Related Nuisance Abatement Act, the Residential Drug-Related Evictions Act, the vacant property registration laws, and other available laws; and (4) serving as OAG’s primary liaison to the community.
 
The Victim-Witness Program Specialists are responsible for providing referral and support services to victims and witnesses in juvenile delinquency cases brought by OAG’s Juvenile Section and limited cases by OAG’s Criminal Section.  They also serve as a liaison between the prosecutors (AAGs) and victims and witnesses.
 
The responsibilities of the Chief of NVS include, but are not limited to:
    
·    Hiring, training, supervision, evaluation, and discipline (if necessary) of all Section staff, under the direction of the Deputy;
·    Establishing litigation priorities, in consultation with the Deputy, and assigning nuisance property matters accordingly;
·    Supervising trial attorneys in all aspects of civil and criminal nuisance property prosecutions, including working closely with DCRA and MPD during the pre-filing investigative stage;
·    Reviewing and approving pleadings, motions, memoranda, and correspondence;
·    Reviewing litigation outcomes and determining when appellate review is needed;
·    In consultation with the Deputy and the Chief of the Juvenile Section, establishing priority areas for Victim-Witness Program Specialists and assigning cases accordingly;
·    Regularly monitoring progress of staff in assigned cases and other projects;
·    Monitoring compliance of staff with the Attorney General’s Performance Contract requirements, including ensuring full compliance with customer service standards;
·    In coordination with the Deputy and other Section Chiefs, planning and/or conducting training for new and experienced trial attorneys and new and experienced Victim-Witness Program Specialists;
·    Attending management meetings with or on behalf of the Deputy and the Attorney General as requested, as well as other specific meetings with relevant agencies;
·    Attending community meetings, including serving as OAG’s representative;
·    Serving as OAG’s representative for any community task forces and committees involving the community, and a number of victim services and other similar interagency groups;
·    Working closely with senior staff at MPD and DCRA and other enforcement agencies to address all types of nuisance properties and other issues relevant to neighborhood services;
·   Interacting with D.C. Council Members and their staff to ensure that Council Members are kept abreast of efforts and progress by OAG and other agencies to address problems raised by constituents;
·    Assisting and supervising in providing legal services, as needed, related to agency functions of improving neighborhood services and safety; 
·    Maintaining requisite legal, management, inter-agency, human relations, and labor knowledge and skills; and
·    Collecting, maintaining, and disseminating timely, accurate and up-to-date data on the Section’s activities, including collecting and tabulating various statistics representing performance results.
 
The successful candidate must have a law degree and be a member of the District of Columbia Bar or eligible for waiver into the bar.  The candidate must also have at least 3-5 years practice in criminal prosecution or similar experience dealing with agency-level administrative/regulatory enforcement or civil enforcement work; 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 Section.   Experience in working with a victim advocacy program and/or in dealing with victim related issues and community relations are also strongly preferred.
 
Candidates for this position may be subject to a background check.  This position is outside the Collective Bargaining Unit.
 
* Salary in this range will be based on applicable rules, regulations and guidelines.
 
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume, writing sample, performance evaluation for the prior year, and statement of interest summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position.  Please submit your materials to Kim McDaniel, Director of EEO, Recruitment and Hiring, Room 1100 South, 441 4th Street N.W., Washington, D.C, 20001  Open until filled.  Screening of applications will begin on August 22, 2013.

Office of Cable Television (OCT), Office of General Counsel  (2 listings)

General Counsel
Vacancy Announcement #OAG-13-063
Salary range: LX-2-- $106,086 - $113,300*
 
The mission of the Office of Cable Television (OCT) is to: (1) regulate the provision of "cable service" in the District of Columbia (as that term is defined by the District's cable television laws); (2) protect and advance the cable service-related interests of the District and its residents; and (3) produce and cablecast live and recorded video and other programming by way of the District's public, educational and government (PEG) cable channels.

OCT regulates the District's cable service providers by enforcing applicable federal and District cable television laws and regulations (including existing District Cable Franchise Agreements); OCT establishes cable franchise agreements between cable service providers and the District, and it ensures compliance with those franchise agreements; OCT works to facilitate harmonious relationships between District cable service providers and their customers by mediating disputes and enforcing applicable customer service regulations; OCT facilitates open access to the District government through the operation of its government cable channels (e.g., TV-13 and DCN) and its educational cable channel (e.g., DKN); OCT works to create and maintain an economic and regulatory environment that promotes competition in the cable television industry in the District; and OCT works to attract the deployment and maintenance of advanced cable services in the District.

The General Counsel will assist OCT in its two missions: (i) regulation of cable television in the District of Columbia and (ii) management and production of government cable TV channels 13 and 16.  The General Counsel is the District government’s chief cable TV regulatory officer and is responsible for the negotiation, management, and enforcement of the District’s franchise agreements with Comcast, RCN, and Verizon. The General Counsel is also responsible for the review and negotiation of any new applications for a cable or open video system franchise submitted to the District; and for enforcing the cable television customer service regulations.  The successful candidate must keep abreast of developments in federal cable law as they apply to the District and District residents.  The General Counsel manages one attorney, a paralegal, a consumer services manager, and a cable inspector/engineer.  The General Counsel also works directly with the agency’s Executive Director, Programming Director, and Director of Operations.
 
The General Counsel handles a variety of matters, including:   (i) drafting legislation, regulations and Council testimony, District government agency reports to the Mayor, and letters to the cable operators and District residents, (ii) negotiating and drafting memoranda of understanding with other District agencies, (iii) participating in meetings with Council members and staff and officials in the Executive Office of the Mayor, (iv) attending regular oversight meetings with Comcast officials, (v) researching the District’s laws and federal and local law on cable television and municipal programming matters, (vi) working with OCT’s consumer services manager and cable inspector on cable television customer service issues and related consumer inquiries, (vii) assisting OCT’s senior management team on various agency legal issues as well as drafting assignments, and (viii) managing the agency’s handling of risk management issues, FOIA requests, and agency performance management issues.
 
A successful candidate for this position will have must have a J.D. degree, a working knowledge of the operations of District government, knowledge of District and federal cable television, communications and media law, supervisory experience, effective interpersonal skills and excellent research and writing.  A successful candidate should also have working knowledge and/or experience in EEO law.   The selected candidate must be a resident of the District of Columbia, or must move into the District within 180 days of appointment and remain a District resident as long as he/she holds the position.
 
This position is outside the Collective Bargaining Unit. Candidates for the position may also be subject to a background check.
 
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume, writing sample, performance evaluation for the prior year, and statement of interest summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position.  Please submit your materials to Kim McDaniel, Director of EEO, Recruitment and Hiring, 441 4th Street, N.W., Suite 1100 south.  Open until filled.  Screening of applicants will begin on August 27, 2013.  
 
* Salary in this range will be based on applicable rules, regulations and guidelines.

ATTORNEY-ADVISOR
Salary range: LS-11/1 $58,952-12/4- $77,735*
  The mission of the Office of Cable Television (OCT) is to: (1) regulate the provision of "cable service" in the District of Columbia (as that term is defined by the District's cable television laws); (2) protect and advance the cable service-related interests of the District and its residents; and (3) produce and cablecast live and recorded video and other programming by way of the District's public, educational and government (PEG) cable channels.
OCT regulates the District's cable service providers by enforcing applicable federal and District cable television laws and regulations (including existing District Cable Franchise Agreements); OCT establishes cable franchise agreements between cable service providers and the District, and it ensures compliance with those franchise agreements; OCT works to facilitate harmonious relationships between District cable service providers and their customers by mediating disputes and enforcing applicable customer service regulations; OCT facilitates open access to the District government through the operation of its government cable channels (e.g., TV-13 and DCN) and its educational cable channel (e.g., DKN); OCT works to create and maintain an economic and regulatory environment that promotes competition in the cable television industry in the District; and OCT works to attract the deployment and maintenance of advanced cable services in the District.

The successful candidate must have a law degree and be a member of the District of Columbia Bar or be eligible for a waiver into the District of Columbia Bar. The candidate must also have a working knowledge of the operations of District government; knowledge of District and federal cable television, communications and media law; effective interpersonal skills; and excellent written and oral communication skills.
 
This position is within the Collective Bargaining Unit. Candidates for the position may also be subject to a background check. This position is a 13-month term appointment and subject to agency renewal.
 
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume, writing sample, most recent performance evaluation, and statement of interest summarizing why you are interested and the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position.  Please submit your materials to Kim McDaniel, Director of EEO, Recruitment and Hiring, 441 4th Street, N.W., Suite 1100 south.  Open until filled.  Screening of applicants will begin on August 27, 2013.  
 
* Salary in this range will be based on applicable rules, regulations and guidelines.

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., 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, gender identity or expression,  familial status, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, source of income, or place of residence or business.  Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is 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 subjected to disciplinary action.

Council on American-Islamic Relations - Legal Counsel
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is seeking a qualified individual to serve as legal counsel for the organization, including as corporate counsel and legal director of its civil rights department.  This position reports to the executive director.
 
Position Summary:
 
The Legal Counsel will handle a wide variety of legal responsibilities and become an integral part of CAIR's management team. The position will serve as corporate counsel for nonprofit reporting, corporate governance and general corporate matters.  As legal director, legal counsel directs CAIR's staff attorneys to oversee the effective resolution of the thousands of civil rights cases CAIR receives from American Muslims each year.
 
Qualified candidates must demonstrate experience with one or more of the following:

• Negotiating and drafting contracts, providing legal advice on a wide variety of matters
• Performing in-house counsel functions that may include the function of corporate secretary
• Managing outside counsel
• Personnel recruitment, hiring and retention
• Benefits management
• Complex civil litigation, including extensive trial work
• Supervising multiple attorneys and support staff
• Civil rights advocacy and litigation on major constitutional issues, including but not limited to national security and discrimination
• Client counseling and alternative dispute resolution
• Working with high-level experts to direct litigation and policy on issues that threaten the rule of law and constitutional safeguards
• Other tasks related to the operation of a nonprofit civil rights advocacy organization
  

  Other required qualifications:

• A minimum of five years of legal experience required
• Membership in the District of Columbia Bar required
• Effective writing and communication skills
• A high degree of responsibility and dedication
• The ability to establish positive working relationships with colleagues
• Aptitude to thrive in a fast paced environment with proficiency to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands

 
CAIR offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, as this is not an entry level position. A background investigation is required as a condition of employment.  CAIR will provide extensive on-the-job training and professional development opportunities.
 
To apply: send résumé, cover letter, a writing sample, and the contact information for three professional references by email to info@cair.com with "Legal Counsel" in the subject line. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Inquiries may be made at 202-488-8787 or 202-646-6034.

CAIR is an equal opportunity employer.

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