ACB Job Connection | American Council of the Blind

Updated 6/28/2019

Welcome to the Job Connection of the American Council of the Blind. Nationwide job announcements received are listed here under a variety of categories. When available, a link is provided which will take you directly to an employer's web site. Please note that ACB cannot always guarantee that a position will still be open at the time you contact the employer. We wish all job seekers the best of luck and hope this service will be of use.

Job announcements will remain posted up to 30 days.

Orientation and Training Center (OTC) Administrator, Seattle, WA
Trial Attorney, Civil Division, Washington, DC
Trial Attorney, Washington, DC
Staff Attorney, Martinsburg, WV
Assistant U.S. Attorney – Civil, Oklahoma City, OK
Assistant United States Attorney, Portland, ME
Trial Attorney-Commercial Litigation Branch-National Courts, Washington, DC
Attorney, Springfield, VA
Law Student Volunteer, Fall 2019, Falls Church, VA
Trial Attorney, Washington, DC
Trial Attorney, Grand Rapids, MI
Trial Attorney, New York, NY
Assistant United States Attorney, Fresno, CA
Assistant United States Attorney (Asset Forfeiture), Chicago, IL
Accessibility Analyst (Section 508), Washington, DC Metro Area
Contract Closeout Specialist, Washington, DC Metro Area
IT Support Specialist (Assoc.), Silver Spring, MD
IT Support Specialist (Int.), Silver Spring, MD
Software Quality Assurance Analyst (Assoc.), Washington, DC
Software Quality Assurance Analyst (Int.), Washington, DC

Orientation and Training Center (OTC) Administrator

Job Location: Seattle, WA

About the Office:

The goal of the Department of Services for the Blind (DSB) is to assist in the stable employment of Blind, Deaf Blind and Low Vision clients. The purpose of the Orientation and Training Center (OTC) Administrator is to manage the programs and participant activity performed by the agency with residential and commuting students located in the Orientation and Training Center (OTC) in the Seattle area.

Job Description:

The position is a leadership role that is responsible for a multi-disciplinary team along with managing a budget of over $1 million dollars. The funds provide a number of services that include assessments, adjustment to blindness, self-advocacy, adaptive skills of living, and vocational training services that serve 60-100 Washington State residents who are blind, low vision, or deaf blind. The ability to provide these services fulfills the agency's mission of “Inclusion, Independence, and Economic Vitality for individuals with visual disabilities.”

Some of what you'll enjoy doing in your job:

Ensure the highest quality student experience in providing intensive and daily adaptive skills of blindness trainings through the center, including:
- Adaptive computer skills
- Orientation and Mobility skills
- Adaptive home management skills
- Braille skills
- Adaptive methods for personal organization, financial management, and a range of work and life tasks
- Self-advocacy skills
- Career readiness skills
Educate and incorporate the Agency cultural values within teams;
Ensure that training program supports needs of adult learners with range of disabilities;
Resolve and mediate conflict situations;
Emphasize and encourage vocational context for all multidisciplinary team staff roles;
Establish, review and revise agency procedure;
Fill all staff vacancies in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement, state HR requirements, needs of agency and local team, and agency values for diversity/disability representation among the workforce;
Work to ensure staff continuously review and refine understanding of the subtle contexts of working in field of disability;
Communicate staff performance expectations and conduct performance reviews & evaluations;
- Analyze data and reorganize work to manage agency resources;
- Analyze spending trends and outcomes to assist teams in best stewardship of state resources;
Give individualized recognition and appreciation for exceptional and/or consistently high-quality work performance;
Provide supports for student scheduling, comprehensive trainings and career experience for approximately 60-100 residential and commuting students annually;
Identify and address facility needs (training & residential);
Solicit and integrate participant feedback into improvement processes;
Develop and implement internal outreach strategies within teams to increase student capacity and target awareness in underserved communities;
Provide direct marketing and orientation of program to DSB customers, DSB staff, and community members;
- Assess the effectiveness of the program through on-going surveys and other methods and modify the program as appropriate
Maintain accurate data for program evaluation and reporting;
Implement, track and revise agency's strategic initiatives among staff;
Initiate, manage and guide agency program improvement projects;
Manage change process for teams; communicate, and implement change, addressing staff needs within change process;
Communicate agency performance and outcomes with teams, and strategize with teams for continuous performance improvements;
Communicate program updates within the teams, and communicate staff needs to management group;
Identify resource needs and strategize means for resolving needs;
Develop systems to promote strong case documentation among staff.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Counseling, Public or Business Administration, Adult Education, or related field required;

2 years of supervisory experience

Six (6) years' experience in public administration and/or developing and managing adult educational training programs

AND

Expert knowledge of current adaptive skills of blindness rehabilitation teaching practices

Special Requirement:

Must pass Criminal Justice Records Check

Preferred/Desired:

Master’s Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Rehabilitation Teaching, Public or Business Administration, Adult Education, or a related field
Understanding of the culture and expectations of the blind community
Work experience with a range of people with disabilities
Experience in:

Job readiness/vocational training
Adaptive skills and technologies of blindness and low vision
Work within a public Vocational Rehabilitation program
English as a Second Language (ESL) training
Managing distance learning programs
Curriculum development and course scheduling

Salary:

$78,950 - $89,765 per year, starting July 1st

Application Process:

Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/2402124/orientation-and-training-center-otc-administrator-wms-2.

Please attach the following documents. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.

A letter of interest that shows your personality and voice to describe why you are the successful candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position;
Current resume, detailing experience, and education; and
A list of at least three (3) professional references with current telephone numbers.

By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.

Veteran's Preference:

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.

Applicants claiming veteran's preference points must attach the documentation with each on-line application. If you do not provide appropriate documentation to qualify for these preference points, the points will not be awarded.

Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact Lolo Florentino Arevalo at (360) 407-8074 or Lolo.arevalo@des.wa.gov.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Trial Attorney, Civil Division

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The Appellate Staff of the Civil Division represents the United States in a broad range of civil appellate litigation. The Appellate Staff handles appeals involving all of the subject-matter areas litigated by the Civil Division, including appeals arising out of civil cases handled by the United States Attorneys nationwide. Appellate Staff attorneys practice in all thirteen of the federal courts of appeals, and other courts as appropriate. The Appellate Staff's portfolio includes many of the most difficult and controversial cases in which the Federal Government is involved. Typical matters concern the litigation of legal questions central to the Government's business, defending federal statutes and regulations and the Executive Branch's prerogatives, preserving the public fisc and protecting national security. The Appellate Staff also works with the Office of the Solicitor General to prepare Supreme Court filings in civil cases. For more information on the Appellate Staff go to: https://www.justice.gov/civil/appellate-staff.

Our office places a high value on diversity of experiences and perspectives and encourages applications from all qualified men and women from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBT individuals, and persons with disabilities.

Job Description:

The Civil Division of the United States Department of Justice is seeking 4 qualified, experienced attorneys for a position in the Appellate Staff, located in Washington, DC. Appellate Staff attorneys represent the United States, its agencies, and its officers in civil cases in the federal courts of appeals and other appellate courts, personally brief and argue appellate cases assigned to them, draft recommendations and memoranda for the Solicitor General and other officials on a range of litigation matters, and work with the Office of the Solicitor General to prepare Supreme Court filings.

Qualifications:

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 two years of post J.D. experience to qualify at the GS-13 level; have at least three years of post J.D. experience to qualify at the GS-14 level; and four years of post J.D. experience to qualify at the GS-15 level. You must also be a U.S. citizen.

Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in appellate work, excellent writing and analytical skills, and an exceptional academic background. Federal judicial clerkship experience is highly desirable.

Salary:

$117,191 to $166,500 per year

Travel:

This position requires some short-term travel.

Application Process:

To apply for this position, you must submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample (not more than 15 pages in length). If you are claiming veterans preference, you must also submit your DD-214, and/or other documentation that you may have.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by email to: civilappellate.vacancies@usdoj.gov no later than 11:59 pm July 1, 2019, EDT.

Applicants may also send their materials by commercial courier service, (FedEx or UPS) to:
U.S. Department of Justice
Civil Division, Appellate Staff
950 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Room 7519
Washington, DC 20005
ATTN: Mark Freeman, Director

No telephone calls, please.

Application Deadline:

July 1, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Trial Attorney

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The Environment and Natural Resources Division of the U.S. Department of Justice is seeking experienced litigators for its Environmental Enforcement Section in Washington, D.C.

The Environmental Enforcement Section brings civil enforcement cases on behalf of its client agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of the Interior, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Defense. These cases seek control of pollution and cleanup of hazardous waste sites across the country. The statutes enforced by the Section include the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (also known as CERCLA or Superfund), RCRA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act and Oil Pollution Act, among others. In the hazardous waste context, cases are brought under the Superfund statute for the purpose of protecting the public health and ensuring that the responsible parties, rather than the public, bear the burden of paying for cleanup of hazardous waste sites. Cases brought under the regulatory statutes seek generally to require the defendants to come into compliance with the law through the imposition of injunctive relief and to discourage non-compliance by others through the recovery of civil penalties. The Section includes nearly half of the Division's attorneys.

ENRD seeks to attract, retain, and promote individuals of exceptional ability and talent from all walks of life. The work environment and atmosphere are open, diverse, collegial, and inclusive. ENRD places a high value on diversity and fosters a work environment where people of all backgrounds, cultures, physical abilities, sexual orientations and experiences may reach their full potential.

For more information about the Environment and Natural Resources Division and the Environmental Enforcement Section, visit the Justice Department's web site at: http://www.usdoj.gov/enrd.

Job Description:

The breadth of the Section's practice is extensive and challenging. It includes cases of national scope, such as cases against multiple members of an identified industry, to obtain broad compliance with environmental laws. Characterized as complex litigation, the Section's cases typically involve significant factual and expert discovery and a substantial motions practice in the pre-trial stage. Many of the sections cases are resolved through judicial settlements involving negotiations over complex and technical injunctive relief requirements and payment of civil penalties. The position will allow the selected individuals to utilize their superior legal research, writing and oral advocacy skills in all aspects of case development, negotiation, motions practice and trial. The attorneys selected will be responsible for assuming a diverse case load brought under any of the statutes the Section enforces.

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and be a U.S. citizen or National. Applicants should have a strong interest in federal litigation and/or trial work and a strong academic background. Judicial clerkship experience is valued and counts toward the post-JD legal experience. The ideal candidates will also possess a demonstrated interest in public service and/or environmental protection and enforcement.

Specific grade level requirements:
GS-13: At least 3 years of post J.D. civil/environmental litigation and/or judicial experience.
GS-14: At least 4 years of post J.D. civil/environmental litigation and/or judicial experience.
GS-15: At least 5 years of post J.D. civil/environmental litigation and/or judicial experience.

Salary:

Current salary and level of relevant experience will determine the appropriate salary level. The possible salary range is: GS-13 ($99,172 - $128,920), GS-14 ($117,191 - $152,352), and GS-15 ($137,849 - $166,500).

Travel:

Periodic travel is required.

Application Process:

Applicants must submit a current resume, cover letter highlighting relevant experience and salary history, brief staement of interest, writing sample, J.D. transcripts, OF-306 Declaration for Federal Employment (found at this link: https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf), and DD-214 if applicable to: ATTYAPPLY-EES.ENRD@USDOJ.GOV - Attention: Jennifer Lukas-Jackson with the subject line ENRD-19-045-EXC.

No telephone calls, please.

You must submit your application so that it is received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the closing date.

The Selecting Official may select additional candidates if more positions become available within 90 days after the announcement closes.

Internet Sites:

For more information about the Environment and Natural Resources Division, visit the Justice Department's website at http://www.usdoj.gov/enrd.

Application Deadline:

July 2, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Staff Attorney

Job Location: Martinsburg, WV

About the Office:

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) is looking for energetic, innovative, solution-oriented professionals to help the ATF team succeed in our responsibilities to reduce violent crime and protect the public.

The incumbent serves as a staff attorney in the Office of Chief Counsel (CC), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Department of Justice (DOJ). The incumbent is assigned to the Associate Chief Counsel, Firearms and Explosives Law Division (FELD) and primarily provides legal advice and training to ATF officials on the National Firearms Act (NFA).

Job Description:

The attorney is a member of the Firearms and Explosives Law Division, reporting to the Associate Chief Counsel (FELD). ATF’s Martinsburg facility is home to the National Firearms Act Branch, Firearms and Ammunition Technology Division, National Tracing Center, Firearms and Explosives Licensing Centers, Out-of-Business Records Center, National Tracing Center, Denial Enforcement Branch, and Imports Branch.

The attorney serves as a legal advisor to ATF personnel located in Martinsburg, West Virginia, and provides legal advice and training relating to the agency's regulation of the firearms and explosives industries, and enforcement of the Federal laws pertaining to firearms and explosives. Specifically, the attorney focuses on legal issues regarding the National Firearms Act. The attorney also provides legal advice and training on technical classifications of firearms and explosives under Federal law; importation of firearms, ammunition, and other defense articles under the import provisions of the Federal firearms laws; relief from Federal firearm and explosives disabilities; and matters concerning the issuance of firearms and explosives licenses and permits. In addition, the attorney drafts and reviews the agency's regulations, rulings, forms, and publications; prepares legal opinions relating to the firearms and explosives laws; conducts related training; and represents ATF at meetings and conferences.

Qualifications:

Applicants will be rated on the extent and quality of their experience, education and training relative to the duties of the position. The applicant must specially address their qualifications and specialized experience in their resumes in order to be considered qualified for each grade.

Qualifications:

GS-12: All Applicants must have one year as a practicing attorney; knowledge of laws and regulations relating to areas of general criminal law matters, Federal firearms and/or explosives law and regulation, criminal law.

GS-13: In addition to the requirements for the GS-12, all applicants must have three years as a practicing attorney; extensive understanding and knowledge of laws and regulations relating to area of general criminal law matters and matters involving disclosure and/or protection of information; and have the ability to apply this knowledge to conducting research and develop advisory documents. Must have superior communication, analytical and writing skills.

GS-14: In addition to the requirements for the GS-13, applicants must have five years as a practicing attorney; experience advising senior management officials as well as substantial experience as the principal attorney responsible for independently developing and presenting legal matters. Applicants must also have experience working with issues related to the specialized experience that included a high degree of difficulty and importance, including independently exercising responsibility for the provision of legal advice.

Specialized Experience:

Specialized experience for this position means:

Experience with Federal firearms and/or explosives law and regulation, criminal law, or administrative law, including Federal agency rulemaking.
Demonstration of original thinking, mature judgment, and sound reasoning as new problems of law, policy and procedures are presented for solution.
Superior analytical, written and communication skills.

Salary:

$83,398 to $152,352 per year

Travel:

Occasional travel

Application Process:

How to Apply:

This job is filled through a 3-step on-line application process. STEP ONE - (Online Resume- USAJOBS)

You must create a user account and at least one Federal resume at USAJOBS. Information you provide in USAJOBS is general information completed by all applicants. The information you provide and your Federal resume will become part of your application and will automatically be transferred to CareerConnector when you apply online. If you have an existing USAJOBS account, simply login and select the resume you wish to include with your application package for this announcement.

STEP TWO - (Vacancy Specific Questions CareerConnector)

In CareerConnector, you will answer vacancy specific questions necessary to evaluate your qualifications for the job to which you are applying. When completed, the information you provided at USAJOBS and the answers to the CareerConnector questions will become your application package.

STEP THREE - (Supporting Documentation)

You may upload supporting documentation in one of two ways:

Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application package. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process, or you can select a document that you've already loaded on USAJOBS, or simply fax supporting documentation, which will provide you the necessary cover sheets for each of your documents so that they will be correctly submitted to the appropriate vacancy announcement. The fax number will be available on the cover sheet.

You can upload a document to an existing application by logging into your USAJOBS account profile. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on the vacancy and select “Apply Online.” Move through your existing application to the Documents page and select "Upload" in order to add a document to your application. Be certain to review your complete application for confirmation that the document uploaded and click on "Finished" to be returned to USAJOBS.

Your complete online application and any required supplemental documentation (e.g. transcripts, DD-214) must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. It is also your responsibility to ensure all documents are received on time and the materials are readable.

If applying on-line poses a hardship to any applicant, please contact us at the telephone number listed on this announcement. Applicants MUST CONTACT US PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE to speak to someone who can provide assistance for on-line submission. Requests for extensions will not be granted. Paper applications submitted without prior approval from the agency point of contact may be handled as incomplete.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: If your contact information changes after the closing date of this vacancy announcement, update your profile information in MYUSAJOBS as well as contact the Human Resources Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement to ensure you can be contacted throughout the selection process.

Must provide writing sample.

Veterans' preference documentation (Member Copy 4 of DD-214, Revised October 2013 SF-15 https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf and VA letter, if applicable. NOTE: The revised October 2013 SF-15 is the latest copy and all others are not usable.

An unofficial law school college transcript (Note: If you’re selected for this position, official transcript(s) will be required prior to your first day.) (Use if education is being credited for the purpose of meeting minimum qualification requirements or if grade point average is being used to determine superior academic achievement.)

Schedule A documentation, if applicable. Note: DOJ welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be eligible for special hire, non-competitive appointment under Schedule A eligibility. Please visit http://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring- paths/individuals-with-disabilities or contact the Selective Placement Program Coordinator at 202-648-9356.

It is your responsibility to ensure all documents are received on time and the materials are legible. If applying on-line poses a hardship to any applicant, please contact us at the telephone number listed on this announcement. Applicants MUST CONTACT US PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE to speak to someone who can provide assistance for on-line submission.

Requests for extensions will not be granted. Paper applications submitted without prior approval from the agency point of contact may be handled as incomplete. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: If your contact information changes after the closing date of this vacancy announcement, update your profile information in MYUSAJOBS as well as contact the Human Resources Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement to ensure you can be contacted throughout the selection process.

Prior to selection, the candidate may be required to provide an original copy of any supporting/ validating documentation as well as other documentation to verify eligibility. All required materials must be uploaded using the supporting documentation instructions described in the announcement.

Failure to provide the required documentation by the closing date of this announcement will result in elimination of further consideration for this position.

Application Deadline:

July 3, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Not available

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant U.S. Attorney - Civil

Job Location: Oklahoma City, OK

About the Office:

The United States Attorneys Office for the Western District of Oklahoma is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The office has approximately 85 employees consisting of 42 attorneys and 43 support staff. This office prosecutes federal crimes and defends the interests of the United States Government in civil cases.

Job Description:

The office is currently seeking applicants to fill one or more Assistant U.S. Attorney positions in the Civil Division. Assignment to the Civil Division may include responsibility for all phases of civil litigation including providing guidance to federal agencies and officers, initiating and defending civil claims, and handling appeals. Appearances in Oklahoma state courts may be required.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any jurisdiction), and have two (2) years or more legal experience post-J.D.

Preferred qualifications:

Applicants should possess first-rate analytical abilities, good judgment, strong writing skills, and excellent communication abilities. Applicants should exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and employees of federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. Experience in commercial litigation and electronic discovery are preferred.

United States citizenship is required.

Salary:

Assistant United States Attorneys' pay is administratively determined, based in part, on the number years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $53,805 to $140,733 plus locality pay where authorized.

Travel:

Occasional travel within and outside the District will be required.

Application Process:

See vacancy announcement 19-OKW-10520766-A-03 at www.usajobs.gov (Exec Office for US Attorneys). Applications must be submitted on-line or by fax. See How to Apply section of announcement for specific information. Questions may be directed to Denea Wylie, Human Resources Officer, via e-mail at Denea.wylie2@usdoj.gov. This announcement is open from June 20, 2019 - July 3, 2019.

Application Deadline:

July 3, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1 or more

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Portland, ME

About the Office:

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Maine has a position available for an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in our Criminal Division. The District of Maine encompasses the entire State of Maine, which has a population of about 1.3 million. Our headquarters office is located in the city of Portland, Maine’s largest city. Our branch office is located two hours north in the city of Bangor. The office prosecutes federal crimes and represents the interests of the United States in civil cases. This AUSA vacancy is for our Portland office. For additional information regarding the United States Attorney’s Office, District of Maine, please visit https://www.justice.gov/usao-me.

Job Description:

The Office has one opening for a criminal prosecutor to enter as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Criminal Division in our Portland, Maine office. This attorney will prosecute a variety of federal criminal cases and will also handle criminal appeals. Specific case assignments will vary depending on the particular needs of the office. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as training and experience progress. All initial attorney positions to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis. Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and be an active member in good standing of the bar (any jurisdiction). Applicants must have a minimum of 1 year of post-J.D. experience and demonstrated excellence in oral advocacy and legal writing. The successful applicant must relocate within the District and reside within a reasonable distance of the selected office. United States citizenship is required.

Preferred qualifications:

Hiring for AUSA positions is highly competitive. Our ideal candidate will have:

At least 3 years of federal or state prosecutorial experience;
Experience in appellate advocacy, both written and oral;
Incisive analytical ability and the facility to accurately and precisely articulate the critical issues in a wide variety of criminal cases;
Superior oral and written communication skills, and strong organizational skills;
Strong advocacy skills and courtroom presence;
Demonstrated analytical ability, good judgment, and excellent communication and courtroom skills;
Excellent computer literacy skills; and
Ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff and client agencies.

Salary:

Assistant United States Attorneys' pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $53,062 to $124,503 plus locality pay where authorized.

Travel:

Occasional travel, both within and outside the District of Maine, will be required. Travel requirements typically entail no more than 1-5 days per month.

Application Process:

Interested persons should send a cover letter, resume and writing sample postmarked no later than July 5, 2019 to:

Lisa Sessions, Human Resource Specialist
United States Attorney’s Office
District of Maine
100 Middle Street, 6th Floor, East Tower
Portland, ME 04101

No telephone calls please. Fax and e-mail applications will not be accepted. The position is open until filled.

Application Deadline:

July 5, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Trial Attorney-Commercial Litigation Branch-National Courts

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The National Courts Section is among the Department of Justice's busiest litigating components, conducting many trials and hundreds of trial and appellate arguments each year. It handles complex trial and appellate litigation involving government contracts, constitutional claims, procurement challenges, government pay and personnel suits, veterans' and other benefits appeals, international trade and tariff matters, and customs fraud enforcement.

Job Description:

The National Courts Section seeks eight attorneys to represent the United States in all aspects of "first chair" trial and appellate litigation. At the trial stage, attorneys personally manage their own cases, conduct fact investigation, work with expert witnesses, serve and respond to written discovery, take and defend depositions, write all substantive and procedural briefs, conduct all aspects of any trial, and present oral argument in the United States Court of Federal Claims and the United States Court of International Trade. Attorneys also personally handle all aspects of appeals in the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. In addition, attorneys first-chair alternative dispute resolution proceedings and settlement negotiations, and recommend settlements of litigation when appropriate. For larger cases, attorneys work collaboratively as members of trial teams. Whether handling trial cases and appeals as counsel of record or as part of a trial team, all attorneys work closely with counsel from Federal client agencies.

Attorneys also occasionally handle matters within the Section's various areas of expertise in other Federal district and circuit courts, as well as in administrative tribunals and international arbitration fora. Attorneys practice in a diverse range of often complex subject-matter, including government contracts, procurement challenges, and other commercial and administrative disputes. Other Section cases involve defense of takings under the 5th Amendment of the Constitution, and military and civilian pay actions. Section attorneys also prosecute civil actions to recover money secured fraudulently from the United States. Attorneys in the international trade practice defend the imposition of various trade remedies, including special duties imposed on dumped or subsidized imports, prosecute customs fraud, and enforce other international trade laws at both the trial and appellate stages. The Section has primary responsibility for the majority of appeals to the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, including appeals from the Court of Federal Claims, the Court of International Trade, the boards of contract appeals, the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, and the Merit Systems Protection Board.

Qualifications:

Applicants should have a strong interest in trial and appellate work, excellent writing and oral advocacy skills, and an exceptional academic background. Applicants should anticipate working on fast-paced, complex litigation, and feel comfortable in a courtroom setting. Judicial clerkship experience is highly desirable.

The Section offers a fast-paced, collegial work environment that requires attorneys to exercise sound judgment at all times. Attorneys must have excellent time-management skills and be willing to assume substantial responsibility. Because Section attorneys appear in courts with nationwide jurisdiction, occasional travel, sometimes international travel, is required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access depending on organizational assignment/duty location.

Salary:

$99,172 - $166,500

Travel:

Occasional Travel - You will be required to travel for this position.

Application Process:

To apply for this position, you must submit:

cover letter
resume
writing sample (no more than 10-20 pages in length).
If you are claiming veterans preference, you must also submit your DD-214, and/or other documentation to support your claim. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION.

Applicants must submit their materials by email to: NationalCourts.Vacancies@usdoj.gov by June 26, 2019.

Please use "Announcement # CIV-19-TA-6" as your SUBJECT LINE.

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

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your application will be evaluated by a reviewing panel.

Application Deadline:

July 9, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Attorney

Job Location: Springfield, VA

About the Office:

The Office of Chief Counsel provides legal services and guidance to all components of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in matters that arise in the conduct of DEA missions to enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States.

Job Description:

This position within the Domestic Criminal Law Section provides legal advice and guidance on a broad variety of criminal matters. These matters arise from the Fourth, Fifth and Six Amendments and from drug-related statutes, including investigative methods and techniques, search and seizure, electronic surveillance, interview and interrogation, testimony and expert witnesses, tangible and digital evidence, discovery and disclosure obligations under Giglio, Jencks and Brady, legislative proposals relating to criminal law and procedure, and Federal sentencing guidelines. The position responsibilities also include preparation and presentation of legal training materials and legal review of operational policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any jurisdiction), and have at least five (5) years of post J.D. legal experience. Applicants must also have 1) experience in criminal law, with Federal prosecutorial experience preferred; 2) excellent academic credentials; 3) strong oral and written communication skills; 4) superior legal research and analytical skills; 5) experience in dealing with complex legal and policy issues; and 6) familiarity with legal issues arising from use of electronic surveillance and other investigative technology and/or the Internet in narcotics investigations. Proficiency in computer-aided legal research and computer word processing is required. Applicants should also meet eligibility requirements for a Top Secret Clearance.

Salary:

GS-14 position ($117,191 - $152,352) to GS-15 ($137,849 - $166,500)

Travel:

Occasional travel is required.

Application Process:

Applicants must submit a detailed resume, a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and identifying position applied for, a legal writing sample and a certificate of good standing from their bar, to:

Headquarters, Drug Enforcement Administration
Office of Chief Counsel
ATTN: Michelle O. Gutzmer
Associate Chief Counsel, Domestic Criminal Law Section (CCM)
8701 Morrissette Drive
Springfield, Virginia 22152

(E-12271)

Applications must be received by July 12, 2019.

Also, you can email your resume to DEA.ChiefCounsel.Resumes@usdoj.gov. No telephone calls please.

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 https://www.dea.gov/employment-requirements, click on the blue highlighted “DEA Drug Questionnaire” link.

Application Deadline:

July 12, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Law Student Volunteer, Fall 2019

Job Location: Falls Church, VA

About the Office:

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) for the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) is soliciting applications for legal interns during the fall of 2019. Part of the Department of Justice, EOIR includes the nation’s immigration courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer, as well as other components. It is an adjudicative agency charged with interpreting immigration laws and conducting hearings on immigration issues.

Job Description:

This internship offers excellent exposure to the legal and policy considerations involved in the operation of an Executive Branch agency. The legal intern will work on a variety of projects under the direct supervision of the Associate General Counsels in the office. EOIR OGC has a broad subject matter portfolio, described in more detail on EOIR’s website.

OGC provides specialized legal advice on a wide range of substantive immigration law issues, including asylum and refugee issues, unaccompanied minors, eligibility for immigration relief, detention issues, mental competency, and criminal grounds of removability.
OGC coordinates EOIR’s involvement in litigation involving the agency and serves as the principal point of contact for U.S. Attorneys offices, other DOJ offices (including the Office of Immigration Litigation (OIL)), and other government agencies. OGC responsibilities include reviewing legal pleadings involving novel or complex immigration law issues, coordinating EOIR’s decision-making process on whether to recommend further review of adverse federal court decisions, and working on formal memoranda or other correspondence to the Office of Solicitor General or OIL regarding such recommendations.
OGC's Fraud Prevention Program makes referrals for investigation of immigration fraud complaints it receives from EOIR staff and adjudicators, respondents in EOIR proceedings, and members of the public. It assists federal and state law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting immigration-related fraud, including notario fraud.
OGC regulates the professional conduct of immigration attorneys and representatives practicing before EOIR in order to protect the public, preserve the integrity of immigration proceedings and adjudications, and maintain high professional standards among immigration practitioners. EOIR's Disciplinary Counsel investigates complaints involving alleged misconduct associated with practice before EOIR's immigration courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals to determine whether an attorney or representative has engaged in criminal, unethical, or unprofessional conduct.
OGC assists EOIR’s Office of Policy in the development of agency regulations and forms, reviews and comments on proposed legislation, conducts Privacy Act reviews, and responds to all Freedom of Information and Privacy Act requests.

Salary:

Volunteer/Uncompensated

Application Process:

Application includes:

Cover letter;
Resume;
Writing sample (no longer than 10 pages); and
Law school transcript (unofficial)

The cover letter should explain why you are interested in an internship with EOIR OGC. The letter should also include the number of hours per week you are able to devote to the internship position and your law school’s specific requirements for an intern position. Applications should be sent to via e-mail to Edward.Grodin@usdoj.gov, SUBJ: “2019 Fall Internship – [NAME].”

Note: Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have been physically present in the United States for 36 out of the last 60 months by the start date of the internship unless they qualify for certain limited exceptions.

Application Deadline:

July 12, 2019

Number of Positions Available:

Trial Attorney

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The Executive Office for United States Trustees, Office of the General Counsel, seeks an experienced attorney to provide expert legal advice on a wide range of consumer practice issues to field-based personnel and to senior managers. Attorneys ensure consistency across jurisdictions and rigorous adherence to the Bankruptcy Code by participating in litigation of novel and complex questions of consumer bankruptcy law and by developing guidance and policies in furtherance of the United States Trustee Program’s (Program) civil enforcement priorities.

The Program is a litigating component of the U.S. Department of Justice responsible for overseeing nearly all bankruptcy cases filed in federal bankruptcy courts across the United States – including chapter 7 and 13 cases filed by consumer debtors, chapter 12 cases filed by family farmers or fishermen, and complex chapter 11 reorganization proceedings. The Program’s mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the nation’s bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders – debtors, creditors, and the American public. The Program was established by Congress more than 30 years ago to act as the “watchdog” of the bankruptcy system, with a headquarters in Washington, DC, led by a Director; 21 Regions managed by United States Trustees; and 90 field offices in 44 states each, managed by an Assistant United States Trustee.

The Program is the only participant in the bankruptcy process uniquely positioned to address multijurisdictional misconduct or other issues of national scope that give rise to systemic fraud and abuse, while also effectively combatting local matters affecting the integrity of the bankruptcy system. In FY 2018, the Program took more than 30,000 actions, in and out of court, for a potential monetary impact of $2.8 billion; participated in approximately 100 appeals; and, made more than 2,200 criminal referrals to our federal law enforcement partners. In addition, the Program appoints and supervises approximately 1,300 private trustees who distribute about $10 billion annually; approves credit counselors and financial education providers; determines whether consumer debtors qualify for chapter 7 relief under the means test; and, reviews chapter 11 operating reports.

The Office of the General Counsel (OGC), within the Executive Office for United States Trustees (EOUST), oversees the Program's legal activities. OGC formulates and oversees the Program's national legal policies and litigation strategies before the bankruptcy courts and through the appellate process, implements the Program's legal priorities, resolves significant legal issues, and provides advice to staff on administrative legal issues. For more information about the United States Trustee Program, visit the Program’s web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust. Washington DC information can be found at https://dc.gov/.

Job Description:

As a Trial Attorney (Consumer), GS-0905-14/15, duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Serving as a member of a cohesive and collegial team of experienced consumer bankruptcy attorneys based in OGC reporting to the Associate General Counsel.
Developing litigation strategies, conducting legal research, and drafting and reviewing pleadings, memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents for a broad spectrum of litigation in connection with consumer bankruptcy cases.
Assisting with litigation and trial of cases in bankruptcy courts concerning unique and unusual questions of bankruptcy law.
Providing legal advice and litigation support for field office trial attorneys involved in challenging or novel issues arising in a variety of consumer bankruptcy cases, often on a short deadline.
Providing legal advice and counsel on a broad range of consumer bankruptcy issues to senior management. Developing and implementing policies on matters of USTP significance, as assigned.
Preparing and presenting training sessions, both live and distance, for USTP personnel on a variety of pertinent issues.
Assisting and advising a team of dedicated appellate lawyers on the defense and prosecution of appeals relevant to consumer bankruptcy and civil enforcement issues.
Assisting in the drafting, review, and preparation of public presentations and articles.
Cooperating with and supporting other departments in EOUST on special projects, as assigned, related to consumer practice, including media, congressional, and public inquiries and information requests.
Identifying emerging issues and developing trends in consumer bankruptcy practice and recommending USTP responses, as appropriate.
Participating in working groups and other collaborative efforts relevant to civil enforcement and consumer practice.
Consulting and advising on cases under other chapters of the Bankruptcy Code, where issues may affect or intersect with consumer practice.
Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must demonstrate excellent academic and professional credentials; superior oral and written communication skills; outstanding legal research, analytical, and legal reasoning skills; outstanding judgment; and, the ability to function with minimal guidance in a demanding legal environment. Further, an applicant must have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school; be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) in good standing; and, have at least four years post-J.D. professional legal or other relevant experience advocating on behalf of clients, interpreting, or applying provisions of the United States Bankruptcy Code, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and related laws, rules, and regulations that arise in bankruptcy cases.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications listed above, the ideal candidate will have:

A demonstrated record of analyzing complex legal problems, interpreting statutory, rule, and regulatory provisions developing litigation strategies, and superior trial practice skills;
Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to address a broad array of issues arising in a large volume of cases;
The ability to accurately and precisely articulate the critical issues in a wide variety of cases and projects;
The ability to set, manage, and balance diverse, evolving, and challenging projects and priorities;
Demonstrated initiative and creativity;
Strong interpersonal communication skills;
Strong information technology skills, including using data bases and IT systems to manage and track work;
Experience working with or for federal agencies; and,
A commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

Salary:

Position is on the GS pay scale, full-time and permanent, FPL of GS-15, and possible current annual salary range is: GS-14 ($117,191–$152,352); or, GS-15 ($137,849– $166,500). Years and type of experience will determine the appropriate grade level.

Travel:

Periodic travel is required throughout the district, the region, and the country, depending on work assignments and for training.

Application Process:

To apply, interested candidates must submit as one PDF document:

A cover letter that highlights the applicant’s interest in the position and addresses in detail how all qualifications are met;
A current resume that details months and years of education and employment, and states the month and year of earliest bar admission;
A short writing sample, or part of a longer writing sample (not to exceed ten pages), which should be exclusively or primarily the applicant’s work and should include legal analysis;
DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 copy) (if applicable);
CTAP/ICTAP documentation (if applicable); and,
Schedule (A) documentation, (if applicable).

Email the document to: ustp.employment@usdoj.gov with the subject line Trial Attorney-Consumer-DC-07-2019

Application Deadline:

July 19, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses may be authorized to current USTP employees only, based on USTP policy.

Number of Positions Available:

Trial Attorney

Job Location: Grand Rapids, MI

About the Office:

The United States Trustee Program (Program) is seeking an attorney experienced in trial practice with knowledge of bankruptcy law to join the Program’s professional staff of attorneys. The Program is a litigating component of the U.S. Department of Justice responsible for overseeing nearly all bankruptcy cases filed in federal bankruptcy courts across the United States – including chapter 7 and 13 cases filed by consumer debtors, chapter 12 cases filed by family farmers or fishermen, and complex chapter 11 reorganization proceedings. The Program’s mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the nation’s bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders – debtors, creditors, and the American public. The Program was established by Congress more than 30 years ago to act as the “watchdog” of the bankruptcy system, with a headquarters in Washington, DC, led by a Director; 21 Regions managed by United States Trustees; and 90 field offices in 44 states each, managed by an Assistant United States Trustee.

For more information about the United States Trustee Program, visit the Program’s web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust. For more information about the Grand Rapids, MI, field office, visit the web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust-regions-r09/region-9-western-district-michigan. Grand Rapids information can be found at https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/Home.

Job Description:

The Program is seeking an attorney experienced in litigation practice and bankruptcy law to oversee bankruptcy cases filed in the federal judicial districts covered by the Region and/or field office, litigate enforcement matters on behalf of the Program, oversee private trustees, handle appellate matters, and refer criminal conduct identified in connection with bankruptcy case oversight. The Program seeks to hire and cultivate talented trial attorneys and provides them with frequent and meaningful court experience on a variety of issues arising in bankruptcy cases.

As a Trial Attorney in a field office, the typical duties include the following:

Oversee the administration of bankruptcy cases filed in the judicial districts served by the Region and the field office;
Litigate issues arising in chapter 11 proceedings, including those involving corporate governance, and issues arising in employment applications, fee applications, disclosure statements, and plan confirmation matters;
Litigate civil enforcement matters arising in consumer bankruptcy cases, including discharge objections, dismissal proceedings involving debtors’ ability to repay creditors, attorney misconduct matters, and non-attorney document preparation servicer misconduct;
Assist with appellate matters arising in the Region and district;
Advise and partner with the Executive Office and the United States Trustee on policy questions and legal issues of national importance arising in cases to enhance the Program’s mission locally, and help develop and implement policies and strategies designed to faithfully execute a uniform application of bankruptcy law;
Supervise private trustees in the Region who administer bankruptcy cases filed under chapter 7, 13, and 12 of the Bankruptcy Code;
Work with a staff of bankruptcy auditors, paralegals, and support staff in the Region;
Work with the Program’s federal and state law enforcement partners to report criminal activity identified through bankruptcy case oversight;
Provide outreach to interested constituents, and those involved in the bankruptcy system, such as the bankruptcy court, the bar, and other federal and state agencies; and,
Work on other national projects and priorities, as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications listed above, the ideal candidate will have:

A demonstrated record of analyzing complex legal problems, interpreting statutory, rule, and regulatory provisions developing litigation strategies, and superior trial practice skills;
Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to address a broad array of issues arising in a large volume of cases;
The ability to accurately and precisely articulate the critical issues in a wide variety of cases and projects;
The ability to set, manage, and balance diverse, evolving, and challenging projects and priorities;
Demonstrated initiative and creativity;
Strong interpersonal communication skills;
Strong information technology skills, including using data bases and IT systems to manage and track work;
Experience working with or for federal agencies; and,
A commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

Salary:

Position is on the GS pay scale, full-time and permanent, FPL of GS-15, and possible current annual salary range is: GS-14 ($104,821–$136,271); or, GS-15 ($123,298– $160,286). Years and type of experience will determine the appropriate grade level.

Travel:

Periodic travel is required throughout the district, the region, and the country, depending on work assignments and for training.

Application Process:

This vacancy announcement is open to ALL U.S. CITIZENS

To apply, interested candidates must submit as one PDF document:

A cover letter that highlights the applicant’s interest in the position and addresses in detail how all qualifications are met;
A current resume that details months and years of education and employment, and states the month and year of earliest bar admission;
A short writing sample, or part of a longer writing sample (not to exceed ten pages), which should be exclusively or primarily the applicant’s work and should include legal analysis;
DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 copy) (if applicable);
CTAP/ICTAP documentation (if applicable); and,
Schedule (A) documentation, (if applicable).

Email the document to: ustp.employment@usdoj.gov with the subject line Trial Attorney-Grand Rapids-07-2019.

Application Deadline:

July 22, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses may be authorized to current USTP employees only, based on USTP policy.

Number of Positions Available:

Trial Attorney

Job Location: New York, NY

About the Office:

The United States Trustee Program (Program) is seeking an attorney experienced in trial practice with knowledge of bankruptcy law to join the Program’s professional staff of attorneys.

For more information about the United States Trustee Program, visit the Program’s web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust. For more information about the Brooklyn, NY, field office, visit the web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust-regions-r02/region-2-eastern-district-new-york-brooklyn-division. Brooklyn information can be found at https://www.nycgo.com/boroughs-neighborhoods/brooklyn.

Job Description:

As a Trial Attorney in a field office, the typical duties include the following:

Oversee the administration of bankruptcy cases filed in the judicial districts served by the Region and the field office;
Litigate issues arising in chapter 11 proceedings, including those involving corporate governance, and issues arising in employment applications, fee applications, disclosure statements, and plan confirmation matters;
Litigate civil enforcement matters arising in consumer bankruptcy cases, including discharge objections, dismissal proceedings involving debtors’ ability to repay creditors, attorney misconduct matters, and nonattorney document preparation servicer misconduct;
Assist with appellate matters arising in the Region and district;
Advise and partner with the Executive Office and the United States Trustee on policy questions and legal issues of national importance arising in cases to enhance the Program’s mission locally, and help develop and implement policies and strategies designed to faithfully execute a uniform application of bankruptcy law;
Supervise private trustees in the Region who administer bankruptcy cases filed under chapter 7, 13, and 12 of the Bankruptcy Code;
Work with a staff of bankruptcy auditors, paralegals, and support staff in the Region;
Work with the Program’s federal and state law enforcement partners to report criminal activity identified through bankruptcy case oversight;
Provide outreach to interested constituents, and those involved in the bankruptcy system, such as the bankruptcy court, the bar, and other federal and state agencies; and,
Work on other national projects and priorities, as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications listed above, the ideal candidate will have:

A demonstrated record of analyzing complex legal problems, interpreting statutory, rule, and regulatory provisions developing litigation strategies, and superior trial practice skills;
Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to address a broad array of issues arising in a large volume of cases;
The ability to accurately and precisely articulate the critical issues in a wide variety of cases and projects;
The ability to set, manage, and balance diverse, evolving, and challenging projects and priorities;
Demonstrated initiative and creativity;
Strong interpersonal communication skills;
Strong information technology skills, including using data bases and IT systems to manage and track work;
Experience working with or for federal agencies; and,
A commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

Salary:

Position is on the GS pay scale, full-time and permanent, FPL of GS-15, and possible current annual salary range is: GS-14 ($120,580–$156,758); or, GS-15 ($141,835– $166,500). Years and type of experience will determine the appropriate grade level.

Travel:

Periodic travel is required throughout the district, the region, and the country, depending on work assignments and for training.

Application Process:

This vacancy announcement is open to ALL U.S. CITIZENS

To apply, interested candidates must submit as one PDF document:

A cover letter that highlights the applicant’s interest in the position and addresses in detail how all qualifications are met;
A current resume that details months and years of education and employment, and states the month and year of earliest bar admission;
A short writing sample, or part of a longer writing sample (not to exceed ten pages), which should be exclusively or primarily the applicant’s work and should include legal analysis;
DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 copy) (if applicable);
CTAP/ICTAP documentation (if applicable); and,
Schedule (A) documentation, (if applicable).

Email the document to: ustp.employment@usdoj.gov with the subject line Trial Attorney-Brooklyn-07-2019.

Application Deadline:

July 22, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses may be authorized to current USTP employees only, based on USTP policy.

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Fresno, CA

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of California represents the Federal government in virtually all litigation involving the United States in the Eastern District of California. This includes all criminal prosecutions for violations of Federal law, civil lawsuits by and against the government, and actions to collect judgments and restitution on behalf of victims and taxpayers.

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of California is headquartered in Sacramento. The District includes the Central Valley and Sierra Nevada Mountains and encompasses most of the land mass of California – from the Coastal Mountain Range to the Nevada border, and from Bakersfield in the south to the Oregon border.

The Fresno Office serves the counties of Calaveras, Tuolumne, Stanislaus, Mariposa, Merced, Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare, Inyo, and Kern. Fresno is one of the fastest growing cities in California, due in part to its central location to major tourist areas in California. Fresno is located in the middle of the fertile San Joaquin Valley, also known as the Central Valley, which is a major supplier of food and agricultural products for the United States and the world. This area also includes national treasures such as Yosemite National Park and Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks.

Job Description:

The United States Attorney is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Civil Division, Asset Recovery Unit. The Assistant U.S. Attorney will be dedicated to handling civil and criminal forfeiture matters and working closely with criminal prosecutors to ensure that forfeiture is an integral part of every appropriate case.

Following appointment, Assistant U.S. Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which they are appointed. See 28 U.S.C. § 545 for district-specific information.

This is a permanent position; however, all initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

This position is open to any U.S. citizen to apply.

Qualifications:

Required 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 one year of post-J.D. experience. Applicants must be active members in good standing of the bar (any jurisdiction). Ideal qualifications include at least 3 to 5 years of experience litigating cases in federal courts, with substantial responsibility for all aspects of discovery, trial, and appeals.

Preferred Qualifications:

Applicants must have a demonstrated capacity to function with minimal supervision in a highly demanding environment, exceptional brief writing and oral advocacy skills, excellent analytical ability, and good judgment. In addition, applicants must exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, paralegals, support staff and client agencies.

Applicants will be expected to do their own legal research and writing and will be substantially self-sufficient in preparing day-to-day correspondence and pleadings. Applicants must also demonstrate excellent computer literacy skills to include experience with automated research on the Internet, electronic court filing, and electronic e-mail and word processing systems.

Security Requirements:

Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, tax and credit checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

Salary:

Assistant U.S. Attorneys' pay is administratively determined, based in part on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The current recruiting range of pay is $62,236 to $146,029 (which includes 15.67% locality pay for the Fresno area).

Travel:

The position is based in Fresno. Travel will occasionally be required.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and recent writing sample to:

United States Attorney’s Office
ATTN: Phillip A. Talbert, First Assistant U.S. Attorney
501 I Street, Suite 10-100
Sacramento, CA 95814

Resumes should include a detailed description of employment history, to include dates of employment (month/year). This announcement is open until filled but no later than Friday, August 2, 2019, and applications must be postmarked by that date to be considered. Please include the vacancy announcement number listed at the top of this announcement (19-EDCA-21A) on your resume and cover letter.

No telephone calls please.

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

Application Deadline:

August 2, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

This announcement is to fill one position; however, depending on the needs of the office, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

Assistant United States Attorney (Asset Forfeiture)

Job Location: Chicago, IL

About the Office:

The United States Attorney Office for the Northern District of Illinois has over 160 Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) working in its Criminal and Civil Divisions. AUSAs assigned to the Criminal Division handle a wide variety of cases, including drug trafficking and money-laundering crimes, terrorism-related offenses, firearms, and other violent crime offenses, cyber-crimes, environmental crimes, and a variety of fraud, public corruption, and white-collar offenses. AUSAs assigned to the Civil Division handle an array of defensive and affirmative litigation on behalf of the United States, its agencies, and employees. Defensive litigation includes medical malpractice and other personal injury cases, employment discrimination cases, challenges to agency actions, FOIA, immigration, etc. Affirmative matters include civil rights, environmental, food and drug, along with health-care and other civil fraud cases.

The District has two offices that are located in Chicago and Rockford. AUSAs are assigned to each of these offices to handle criminal and civil cases. Attorneys in both offices work closely with agents of all of the federal investigative agencies, such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Drug Enforcement Administration, Internal Revenue Service, Secret Service, the Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the offices of inspector general of the various federal agencies and departments (such as the Departments of Defense and State). The office also encourages extensive cooperation between state, local and federal law enforcement agencies. On the Civil side, virtually every federal agency, law-enforcement or not, is our client when it or its officials are sued.

Job Description:

The Northern District of Illinois, Chicago Office is accepting applications for an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) opening in its Asset Forfeiture Unit within the Criminal Division. The applicant selected will investigate and litigate criminal and civil asset forfeiture matters arising under a broad range of federal offenses, including, among others, health care fraud, drug trafficking, and money laundering, with the aim of taking the profit out of crime and returning property back to crime victims. Day-to-day responsibilities may include representation of the United States in federal court in hearings and trial, working with other AUSAs and law enforcement agents, research and writing on legal issues, negotiating case resolutions, and other litigation-related duties.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least 2 years post-J.D. experience.

Preferred qualifications:

Excellent academics, significant litigation experience, criminal law experience (for our Criminal Division), strong legal writing skills, and a demonstrated commitment to public service.

United States citizenship is required.

Salary:

Assistant United States Attorneys' pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $53,805.00 to $140,733.00, plus applicable locality pay.

Travel:

Some travel required; not on a regular basis.

Application Process:

Application information for AUSA-NDIL-19-3 is available at the following site: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndil/job-listing.

Executive Assistant U.S. Attorney Meghan Morrissey

Office of the U.S. Attorney
219 S. Dearborn Street, 5th Floor
Chicago, Illinois

No telephone calls please.

Positions are open until filled, but no later than 08/30/2019.

Application Deadline:

August 30, 2019

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

This position is to fill one position. However, depending on the need of the office, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

Accessibility Analyst (Section 508)

Job Location: Washington, DC Metro Area

About the Position:

The 508 Accessibility Analysts will provide support to the VA Office of Information Technology, Product Development by conducting Department-wide validation and conformance testing of VA EIT products and systems to ensure conformance with the Section 508 Standards. The candidate for this position will require all resources to successfully pass a standard background check for a Public Trust (6c) position.

Job Responsibilitites:

1. In the area of Section 508 Accessibility Testing, serve as the testing 508 accessibility SME and perform the following:

Conduct all initial Section 508 assessment and assigning validation statuses to systems, vendor products, and any other item submitted for 508 analyses
Create a Section 508 Assessment Status Document that will verify or disprove the conformance of the EIT under assessment to Section 508 accessibility requirements listed in Part 1194 and subsections (21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 31 & 41) of the EIT standards.
Track deficient 508 issues, generate 508 reports to Project Managers, produce 508 status reports for management, and track software requests and 508 classes given by the 508 Program Office.
Conduct validation tests using Section 508 Program Office’s standardized checklist and best practices, identify and document areas of nonconformance, identify problems encountered and recommend suggestions for improvements and best practices. Document conformance to Section 508 accessibility requirements listed in Part 1194 and subsections (21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 31 & 41) of the EIT standards.
Document the test validation information in the Detail Validation Test Report.
Conduct final validation tests (final testing/validating using the Master Test Plan), identify and document areas of nonconformance, and construct a Detail Final Validation Test Report that provides a detailed report of findings and deficiencies, identifies problems encountered, and recommends suggestions for improvements and best practices. The Subcontractor test team shall document conformance to Section 508 accessibility requirements listed in Part 1194 and subsections (21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 31 & 41) of the EIT standards. Document the final test validation information in the Detail Validation Test Report.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum bachelor’s degree, preferably computer science, web development/design, or knowledge acquired through extensive work-related experience.

2. Must have proficient knowledge and understanding of the requirements of Rehabilitation Act Section 508 and how they apply to federal agency business operations and processes.

3. Excellent oral and written interpersonal communication skills, customer service orientation, and the ability to solve customer problems in a timely manner.

4. Ability to obtain a Public Trust (6c) clearance required.

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years specialized experience organizing and

supporting the implementation of Section 508 and Software Quality Assurance testing. Demonstrated experience with assistive technology (e.g., screen readers, accessibility validation tools), HTML coding, CSS (style sheets), and software (e.g. Dreamweaver, JavaScript, PDF, Flash), file and media formats. Must be able to write test summaries and test analysis summaries.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Proven ability to work independently and as a team member.

2. Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.

3. Good organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills.

4. Ability to learn very quickly and share knowledge with other team members.

5. Strong problem-solving skills, ability to multi-task, organized, ability to work in

a fast-paced dynamic environment, and very detail oriented.

6. Computer experience required.

7. Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed to execute test cases.

8. No travel required.

9. Must be able and willing to work forty (40) hours per week.

Application Process:

Blind and visually impaired individuals are encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter to resumes@clb.org.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Contract Closeout Specialist

Job Location: Washington, DC Metro Area

About the Position:

Candidate will perform a variety of tasking in support of customer monthly deliverables and requirements including but not limited to the following responsibilities. Current security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance is required.

Job Responsibilities:

Complete contract close-out process as required by standard operating procedures and directed by office supervisor.
Maintain 100% accountability of folder/documents throughout the close-out process.
Responsible for contacting agencies to acquire written payment history through electronic or verbal means.
Responsible for contacting manufacturers or contractors to acquire written delivery history through electronic or verbal means.
Determine if obligated funds match required payment or if there is an opportunity to de-obligate funds or a need to obligate additional funds with supervisor review.
Provide completed folder for close-out review by contract closeout supervisor.
Prepare closeout documents for contracting officer review and approval as required by standard operating procedures.
Complete daily and weekly reports to track metrics throughout the close-out procedure.
Provide customer service as required by contracting officers concerning folders presented for close-out.
Upon closure of contract, redistribute folder for temporary storage awaiting destruction.
Various contracts to close include Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable, Labor and Hours, and Time and Materials.
Assist in improving existing standard operating procedures to improve productivity.

Qualifications:

Minimum four-year degree or equivalent work experience; 24 credit hours college level business coursework (preferred)
Minimum completion of required training to include Completion of Defense Acquisition University CON 100 - Shaping Smart Business Arrangements
Contract Close Out (ESI or other qualified provider) and Procurement system specific training as needed to satisfy the requirements of resulting Task Orders (SPS/PD2, etc.).
Previous business and/or procurement experience (preferred)
Must be familiar with quick closeout procedures according to FAR.
Familiarity with recording indirect rates.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access)

2. Proficiency using needed assistive technology

3. Ability to work in large contract environment.

4. Ability to use independent discretion.

5. Willingness to work in a flexible, fast-paced environment.

6. Ability to work in team environment.

7. Excellent communication skills

Application Process:

Blind and visually impaired individuals are encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter to resumes@clb.org.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

IT Support Specialist (Assoc.)

Job Location: Silver Spring, MD

About the Position:

The IT Support Specialist (Assoc.) is responsible for processing scheduled routines that present few difficult operating problems (e.g., infrequent or easily resolved error conditions). In response to computer output instructions or error conditions, this worker applies standard operating or corrective procedure, refers problems that do not respond to preplanned procedure, and may serve as an assistant operator, working under general supervision.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Resolving technical problems.

2. Answering queries by telephone or self-service ticket in support of internal and/or outside customer computer hardware, software, network, system/application access, and telecommunications systems.

3. Diagnosing, identifying, isolating, and analyzing problems utilizing historical database records. Routing calls to product line specialists, application, or system support specialists, as required. Maintaining and updating records and tracking databases. Alerting management to recurring problems and patterns of problems.

Qualifications:

1. Associate’s degree or equivalent preferred.

2. Experience in Microsoft Office and online research.

3. Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Must possess high level of professionalism.

2. Ability to communicate and respond effectively to clients.

3. Excellent organizational skills.

4. Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

5. Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner and meet deadlines if requested.

6. Must be detailed oriented.

Application Process:

Blind and visually impaired individuals are encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter to resumes@clb.org.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

IT Support Specialist (Int.)

Job Location: Silver Spring, MD

About the Position:

The IT Support Specialist (Int) provides support to distributed PC/networking environment including installation, testing, repair, and troubleshooting for stand-alone PCs, PCs linked to networks, printers, and other computer peripherals. Support responsibilities include software installation, and configurations. This technician performs technical, operational, and training support to users of personal computers either by telephone, or on-site for PC desktop hardware and software packages. Job duties require the technician to install and test personal computers, printers, and other peripherals, configure operating system, load shrink-wrap programs and other application software programs. In this position, the incumbent troubleshoots computer problems, performs hardware and software diagnostics, coordinates needed repairs, resolves computer system problems, including coordination between users and components of a local area network, and participates in the evaluation of system configuration and software.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Resolving support issues to decrease downtime for customer

2. Providing excellent documentation skills in call-tracking systems

3. Possessing strong troubleshooting skills because half of what we do is non-shrink-wrap related.

4. Maintaining knowledge of industry trends and support best practices including attending training sessions/workshops

5. Working as a team player (communicating well w/coworkers & managers)

6. Enhancing business, verbal, and written skills.

Qualifications:

1. Associate’s degree or equivalent preferred.

2. Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Office, Excel and online research.

3. Experience with at least client-side VPN and Citrix experience.

4. Beneficial Certifications: A+, NET+, MCP, MOUS Certification, HDI's SCA Certification.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Must possess high level of professionalism.

2. Ability to communicate and respond effectively to clients.

3. Excellent organizational skills.

4. Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

5. Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner and meet deadlines if requested.

6. Must be detail-oriented.

Application Process:

Blind and visually impaired individuals are encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter to resumes@clb.org.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Software Quality Assurance Analyst (Assoc.)

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Position:

The Software Quality Assurance Analyst executes testing procedures to ensure that software meets established quality standards. Prepares data sets to test logic, error handling and system workflows. Isolates, reproduces, and tracks defects. Verifies fixes. Documents testing according to required procedures. Familiar with software development cycle and quality assurance methodologies. May assist with the creation of new testing scripts and plans.

Job Responsibilities:

Performs installations and runs quality assurance programs to test, identify, reproduce, and report defects in software.
Conducts a wide range of quality control tests and analyses to ensure that software meets or exceeds specified standards and end-user requirements.
Drafts, revises and approves test plans and scripts to ensure alignment with standards and IT strategy.
Creates test data files with valid and invalid records to thoroughly test program logic and verify system flow.
Coordinates with users to plan user acceptance testing, alpha and beta testing.
Ensures that system tests are successfully completed and documented and all problems are resolved.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

2. Some experience and practiced skills with general software testing (Functional, Regression, Integration, and/or Performance) required.

3. Prior experience providing planning, design assistance, and testing of Section 508 activities throughout the systems development life cycle required.

4. Knowledge of 508 accessibility testing techniques and remediation tools required.

5. Experience with 508 tools such as JAWS, PAW, WAT, Ferret, Narrator, or Common Look (or others) required.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Proven ability to work independently and as a team member.

2. Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.

3. Good organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills.

4. Ability to learn very quickly and share knowledge with other team members.

5. Strong problem solving skills, ability to multi-task, organized, ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, and very detail oriented.

6. Computer experience required.

7. Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed to execute test cases.

8. No travel required.

Application Process:

Blind and visually impaired individuals are encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter to resumes@clb.org.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Software Quality Assurance Analyst (Int.)

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Position:

Provides Section 508 conformance and usability testing of web sites; legacy and web-based applications and documents to conform to Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and to improve the usability of websites; applications and documents for individuals with disabilities. Identify assistive technology issues and report findings to the client. Respond to specific requests to test applications for accessibility. Provide input and review of proposed training materials developed for clients. Draft training materials as assigned. Regularly participate in test readiness and release readiness meetings. Provide scripting for assistive technological devices. Assist in developing test scenarios and provide support for User Acceptance Testing relative to Section 508 requirements and accessibility usability standards.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Performs installations and runs quality assurance programs to test, identify, reproduce, and report defects in software.

2. Conducts a wide range of quality control tests and analyses to ensure that software meets or exceeds specified standards and end-user requirements.

3. Drafts, revises and approves test plans and scripts to ensure alignment with standards and IT strategy.

4. Creates test data files with valid and invalid records to thoroughly test program logic and verify system flow.

5. Coordinates with users to plan user acceptance testing, alpha and beta testing. Ensures that system tests are successfully completed and documented and all problems are resolved

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience.

2. Some experience and practiced skills with general software testing (Functional, Regression, Integration, and/or Performance) required.

3. Bachelor's degree in a related field required.

4. Prior experience providing planning, design assistance, and testing of

Section 508 activities throughout the systems development life cyclerequired.

5. Knowledge of 508 accessibility testing techniques and remediation toolsrequired.

6. Experience with 508 tools such as JAWS, PAW, WAT, Ferret, Narrator,

or Common Look (or others) required.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Proven ability to work independently and as a team member.

2. Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.

3. Good organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills.

4. Ability to learn very quickly and share knowledge with other teammembers.

5. Strong problem solving skills, ability to multi-task, organized, ability to

work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, and very detail oriented.

6. Computer experience required.

7. Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed to execute test cases.

8. No travel required.

Application Process:

Blind and visually impaired individuals are encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter to resumes@clb.org.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available: