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ACB Job Connection

 Updated 6/15/2022

 

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.

To submit a job announcement, send the information to [email protected]. For higher placement in these listings, be sure to include a closing date.

Job announcements will remain posted up to 30 days.

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Job Location: Albuquerque, NM

 

Job Description:

Provides vocational rehabilitation services to persons who are blind or severely visually impaired in order that they may obtain, maintain, or advance in employment.

Incumbent determines an applicant’s eligibility for Commission services; identifies any and all disabilities and medical conditions that may represent impediments to employment; coordinates adjustment counseling; coordinates blindness skills training; conducts a career assessment to identify a vocational goal that is consistent with the client’s unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, interests, and informed choice; jointly develops an Individualized Plan for Employment that describes the services that are necessary to achieve the vocational goal; coordinates the delivery of the services described in the Individualized Plan for Employment; provides and coordinates job placement services as necessary; and coordinates post-employment services as necessary.

Qualifications:

Candidate possesses a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation counselor certification, and three years of related experience.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in vocational rehabilitation, sociology, psychology, guidance and counseling, social work and/or special education.

Substitution Table

No substitutions. Must possess required licensure, certification or registration and required number of years of experience

Employment Requirements

Must obtain and maintain Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification (CRC) issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification, or be eligible to sit for the CRC examination; Must obtain and maintain New Mexico rehabilitation counselor licensure as defined in the New Mexico Public Education Department Rules (6.63.11) NMAC. If selected, incumbent with only a bachelor’s degree will be required to complete a master’s degree program in vocational rehabilitation counseling within four years of hire at the employer’s expense.

Working Conditions

Executive Order 2022-010 requires all employees with the State of New Mexico to provide either proof of COVID-19 vaccination (including proof of a booster dose of vaccine by January 17, 2022, or within four weeks of becoming eligible for a booster dose) or proof of a COVID-19 viral test every week.

The Public Health Order (on Vaccination) dated December 2, 2021, requires Congregate Care Facility Workers and Hospital Workers to have received a primary series of vaccination by October 6, 2021, and a booster dose of vaccine by January 17, 2022, or within four weeks of becoming eligible for a booster.

Links to the referenced Executive Order and Public Health Order can be found on the State Personnel Office website homepage: www.spo.state.nm.us

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage. Regularly works with individuals with secondary disabilities, some of which resulting in challenging behaviors. Occasionally exposed to service animals. Regular travel is required within service territory, including occasional overnight travel using agency vehicles.

Salary:

$16.95 - $29.49 Hourly

$35,253 - $61,340 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 65.

Application Process:

Apply online at https://careers.share.state.nm.us/psc/hprdcg/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&FOCUS=Applicant&.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Low Vision Clinic Manager

Job Location: Seattle, WA

 

About the Office:

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. transforms the lives of people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. Through employment opportunities, we are a catalyst for empowerment. We foster self-confidence and instill a life changing affirmation that independence is possible. From our expertise in cutting-edge technology to our understanding of mobility, we help people who are blind and DeafBlind live fulfilling lives.

We believe everyone, no matter their vision abilities, deserves to experience the power of employment. Our goal for each person we reach is to ignite a fire of determination that is centered on the reality that blindness doesn’t define who you are or how you choose to live.

Job Description:

The Low Vision Clinic Manager supports clinic and retail low vision devices store operations by planning, organizing, implementing, and directing administrative and service delivery systems to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services; overseeing program and personnel accountability; and ensuring efficient and effective fiscal management in a collaborative, results-oriented environment in alignment with The Lighthouse mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Program Management and Administration:

  • Coordinate with Employee and Community Services Dept staff & other organizational stakeholders as needed to ensure delivery of comprehensive, quality services to employees and community members
  • Implement and maintain program function, policy, and practices that provide quality supports to all employees and community members
  • Monitors programs and provides timely information to VP of Employee & Community Services to determine continued viability; supports contemporary programming and practices
  • Develops, implements, and maintains processes and procedures for efficient and effective service delivery, fiscal management, statistics collection, and adherence to policies and procedures
  • Monitoring of scheduling of clinic patients. Ensures efficient scheduling to maximize clinic utilization
  • Responsible for acquisition and monitoring inventory of Assistive Technology and other store assets and stewarding positive relationships with vendors
  • Supervises all aspects of Low Vision Store operations and serves as backup for in-store sales

Personnel:

  • Supervises Independent Living Program staff and Occupational Therapy (OT) clinic position
  • Supports successful staff outcomes by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching and counseling employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures
  • Recruits, supports, and supervises store personnel

Fiscal:

  • Responsible for timely and accurate billing review, and coordination with external 3rd party billing as needed; collaborates with Finance Department to monitor payments and address aged receivables Includes Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance billings
  • Supervises collection of and proper accounting for sliding scale fees
  • Works closely with Development and Communications Department staff and VP of Employee & Community Services to ensure accurate grants accounting, timely grants reporting, and grants budget development
  • Develops and monitors annual clinic and store budgets in coordination with VP of Employee & Community Services

Other:

  • Ensures appropriate use of resources and transparency, including: review & measure efficiency & outcomes on an ongoing basis; identify trends and make program and budget decisions based on those and in consultation with VP of Employee & Community Services
  • Coordinate and collaborate effectively across departments within the Lighthouse to support delivery of services
  • Ensure and support delivery of leadership & upward mobility opportunities for individuals who are blind
  • Work closely with community organizations and agencies to maintain and strengthen relationships and resources
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:

  • Demonstrated track record in team-oriented business management.
  • Mature judgment and sensitivity in interpersonal relations and among diverse groups
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Word)
  • Experience with industry-specific management and finance systems a strong plus.
  • Strong communications, team-building, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, vocational rehabilitation, or related. Four (4) years of management experience may substitute for BA/BS.
  • Master’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or related is preferred. Four (4) additional years of management experience may be substituted for MA/MS
  • Experience with private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare billing is highly desirable.
  • Three (3) years management experience in a retail setting, including supervisory duties
  • Ability to work schedule as assigned.

Application Process:

To submit an application for this position or for more information about the Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. please visit www.lhblind.org/jobs.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Family and Consumer Science Teacher

Job Location: Talladega, AL

 

About the Office:

The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deafblind and multi-disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located in Birmingham, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Talladega, Tuscaloosa, Tuscumbia, Opelika and Decatur with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and non-traditional education services in residential and outreach settings and a manufacturing facility that is the state’s largest employer of adults who are blind and deaf.

Job Description:

  • Demonstrate the ability to teach subject matter as outline in the Alabama State Department of Education Course of Study.
  • Participate in development of students’ IEP based on curricular guidelines
  • Implement, review and update student IEP’s.
  • Serve as case manager.
  • Perform functional vision assessment as needed.
  • Protect confidentiality of student information.
  • Maintain classroom discipline.
  • Exercise the code of ethics in the teaching profession.
  • Supervise and work cooperatively with teacher aides assigned to the classroom
  •  Create, review and update the curriculum as necessary.
  • Work and cooperate with staff members, support personnel and administration to provide for the welfare and best interests of the students.
  • Keep abreast of current research and teaching strategies of the Expanded Core Curriculum for implementation in classroom settings.
  • May be required to attend any extracurricular activities that may be held on campus or off campus
  • Serve as a role model to students with professional behaviors.
  • Become familiar with the implementation of technology for the visually impaired into the classroom.
  • This position may require participating in the administration of state assessments.
  • Perform other relevant duties as may be assigned by the school’s administrators.

Mandatory Annual Training:

Medication Training

Behavior Management recertification

CPR - every 2 years

Blood Borne Pathogens

Using an AED

Mandatory Reporting - DHR

Policy and Procedure Review

Erin's Law

Jason Flatt Act

Qualifications:

  • Must hold a current Alabama State Department of Education Teacher Certificate in the area of Family and Consumer Science or related field.
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn Braille, including becoming a National Library of Congress certified Braille Transcriptionist within the first thirty (36) months of employment.
  • Must be certified in visual impairment or be willing to gain such certification within the first thirty (36) months of employment.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively.
  • Must be able to physically assist students as required.
  • Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB

Salary:

$43,263–$57,620, Scale l1 Rank 2T (BS-Class B)
$50,711 – $66,180, Scale l1 Rank 1T (MA-Class A)
$53,986– $69,937, Scale l1 Rank AA (AA Certification)

187 Days

Application Process:

Apply online at https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

First Grade Teacher, Alabama School for the Blind

Job Location: Talladega, AL

 

About the Office:

The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deafblind and multi-disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 36,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located in Birmingham, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Talladega, Tuscaloosa, Tuscumbia, Opelika and Decatur with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings and a manufacturing facility that is the state’s largest employer of adults who are blind and deaf.

Position Responsibilities/Duties:

  • Demonstrate the ability to teach subject matter as outline in the Alabama State Department of Education Course of Study.
  • Participate in development of students’ IEP based on curricular guidelines
  • Implement, review and update student IEP’s.
  • Serve as case manager.
  • Perform functional vision assessment as needed.
  • Protect confidentiality of student information.
  • Maintain classroom discipline.
  • Exercise the code of ethics in the teaching profession.
  • Supervise and work cooperatively with teacher aides assigned to the classroom
  •  Create, review and update the curriculum as necessary.
  • Work and cooperate with staff members, support personnel and administration to provide for the welfare and best interests of the students.
  • Keep abreast of current research and teaching strategies of the Expanded Core Curriculum for implementation in classroom settings.
  • May be required to attend any extracurricular activities that may be held on campus or off campus
  • Serve as a role model to students with professional behaviors.
  • Become familiar with the implementation of technology for the visually impaired into the classroom.
  • This position may require participating in the administration of state assessments.
  • Perform other relevant duties as may be assigned by the school’s administrators.

Mandatory Annual Training:

Medication Training

Behavior Management recertification

CPR - every 2 years

Blood Borne Pathogens

Using an AED

Mandatory Reporting - DHR

Policy and Procedure Review

Erin’s Law

Jason Flatt Act

Qualifications:

  • Must hold a valid Teaching Certificate with an Elementary or Early Childhood Certification. Must be able to obtain reciprocity with the State of Alabama within six (6) months of employment.
  • Must be certified in visual impairment or be willing to gain certification within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment of employment.
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn Braille, including becoming a National Library of Congress certified Braille Transcriptionist within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.
  • Orientation and Mobility training required within twelve (12) months of hire.
  • Must be able to physically assist students as required.
  • Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB

Salary:

Benefits: 

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance available
  • Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
  • Deferred compensation options available
  • Paid time off

Salary:

$43,263 – $57,620, Scale l1 Rank 2T (BS-Class B)
$50,711 – $66,180, Scale l1 Rank 1T (MA-Class A)
$53,986 – $69,937, Scale l1 Rank AA (AA Certification)

187 Days
Direct deposit is required.
This is an exempt position, and is not subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Application Process:

Apply online at https://al.harrisschool.solutions/AIDB/S/Application.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Regional Managing Attorney

Job Location: Utica, NY

 

About the Office:

Legal Services of Central New York (LSCNY) is committed to achieving justice for low-income people and those who have difficulty accessing the justice system. We are deeply committed to principles of anti-racism and race equity in all that we do. For 56 years, we have sought to make a difference in clients’ lives and their communities by eliminating the barriers that cause poverty or reduce our clients’ access to economic mobility. We continually search for ways to help people improve their lives and communities.

Job Description:

LSCNY is organized into three regions, with the Utica region serving clients in Oneida, Jefferson, Herkimer, and Lewis Counties. The Regional Managing Attorney will have the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Conduct weekly regional case assignment and review meetings.
  • Train, supervise, and mentor lawyers and staff.
  • Develop and maintain a relationship with community-based organizations, the courts, and local governmental officials.
  • Create and maintain a professional work environment that results in effective client representation.
  • Work collaboratively with the LSCNY management team.
  • Ensure compliance with LSCNY policies and procedures and grant requirements.
  • Actively support LSCNY’s commitment to race equity.
  • Maintain a limited caseload in areas of significant practice in the region.

Qualifications:

Candidates must be admitted or eligible for admission to the bar of the State of New York. Preferred candidates will have at least seven years legal experience, preferably in in civil legal services or public interest organizations. Prior supervisory experience is a plus.

Attributes of a successful candidate are:

  • A commitment to providing high quality legal assistance to low-income and under-served populations.
  • A commitment to race equity, anti-racism, and economic justice in the workplace and in providing legal services.
  • Effective analytical, legal writing, and advocacy skills.
  • Organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Bilingual or multi-lingual is a plus.

Opportunities for Professional Development: LSCNY is committed to creating opportunities for development and career advancement. We invest in skills, substantive law, and leadership training for our staff. We encourage attorneys to become active in the state and local bar associations and local community organizations.

Salary:

Starting salary range is $75,000 to $85,000, depending on relevant experience. We have an excellent benefits package and a generous leave policy. LSCNY pays for bar memberships, attorney registration, and training opportunities, including Mandatory Continuing Legal Education courses.

Application Process:

Your application must include a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three professional references. LSCNY invites applicants to include in their cover letter a statement of how your unique background and experience might contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our staff and legal services practice.

Director of Human Resources
Legal Services of Central New York, Inc.
221 South Warren Street, Suite 300
Syracuse, NY 13202
Email: [email protected]

Legal Services of Central New York, Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring, retaining, and promoting so we can be more creative, effective, and just, bringing more varied perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, talents, and interests to the practice of law and the administration of justice. We accept, respect, and value differences that include attributes such as age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disabilities, language, socioeconomic status, marital and parental status, national origin, immigration status, and cultural background. We strongly encourage individuals with historically marginalized identities to apply.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Assistant United States Trustee

Job Location: Miami, FL

 

About the Office:

The United States Trustee Program (USTP) is a litigating component of the Department of Justice whose mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders ― debtors, creditors, and the public. As a national program with 21 regions consisting of 90 field offices, the USTP has broad administrative, regulatory, and enforcement authorities in bankruptcy cases, including Chapters 7 and 13 consumer cases and complex Chapter 11 corporate reorganizations. The USTP is the only participant in the bankruptcy process uniquely positioned to address multi-jurisdictional 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.

The USTP ranks in the top 20 percent of federal agency subcomponents and ranked third out of 18 components within the DOJ in the 2020 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government rankings. The rankings are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s annual Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey and measure how federal employees view their job and workplace. USTP exceeded the percentage of positive responses government-wide in more than 90 percent of the core survey questions, including questions related to achieving mission, overall satisfaction with the organization, and employee recognition.

We invite you to visit the USTP’s website at https://www.justice.gov/ust, the Region 21 website at https://www.justice.gov/ust-regions-r21, and the Miami website at https://www.miamigov.com/Home. 

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

Job Description:

The Program is seeking experienced attorney applicants for the position of Assistant United States Trustee to lead and manage the Miami, FL field office that oversees bankruptcy cases filed in the Southern District of Florida.

As the Assistant United States Trustee, the typical duties include the following:

  • Manage and oversee the administration of the field office, including all bankruptcy cases filed in the judicial district served by the office;
  • Advise and partner with the Executive Office and the United States Trustee on policy questions, legal issues of national importance arising in cases, and other significant matters 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 and manage a staff of trial attorneys, auditors, paralegals, and support staff, including assigning and monitoring work at the office and regional level in accordance with principles of shared staffing and functional consolidation;
  • Oversee and assist in difficult, complex, or precedent-setting bankruptcy cases and in developing and implementing civil enforcement and litigation strategies to address fraud and abuse identified in bankruptcy cases;
  • Carry a caseload of civil enforcement, Chapter 11, and trustee oversight matters;
  • Participate or provide oversight in all appellate matters before the Bankruptcy Court Appellate Panel (if applicable), the United States District Court, and the United States Courts of Appeal;
  • Appoint and supervise all private trustees who administer bankruptcy cases filed under Chapters 7, 13, and 12 of the Bankruptcy Code;
  • Provide outreach to other interested constituents and those involved in the bankruptcy systems such as the bankruptcy court, the bar, other federal and state agencies, including public speaking and conducting training, as appropriate;
  • Work with the Program’s federal and state law enforcement partners to report criminal activity identified through bankruptcy case oversight; and,
  • Work on other national projects and priorities as assigned.

Due to COVID-19, if selected, you may be expected to telework for an undefined period under the Department’s evacuation authority, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Employees in this status may be notified of a requirement to report in person to the component workplace with an advance notice of not less than 30 days. Prior to a requirement to report to the workplace, employees may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the component’s telework policy.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must demonstrate excellent academic and professional credentials, superior oral and written communication skills, good 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 five 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:

  • Three or more years’ experience in management and personnel supervision;
  • A demonstrated record of analyzing complex legal problems, interpreting statutory provisions, developing litigation strategies, and superior trial practice skills;
  • Have 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 information technology skills, including using databases and IT systems to manage work;
  • Experience working with, or for, federal agencies; and,
  • A commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards. 

Applicants must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

If selected for this position, you will be required to provide official proof of J.D. degree and Bar membership (including certification of good standing) before a firm job offer is extended.

Salary:

This position is on the AD pay scale, is a full-time and permanent position, and the possible current salary range is $114,300 to $173,700 per annum. Years and type of experience will determine the appropriate salary 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);
  • If you are a current or former federal employee, most recent (non-award) SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action;
  • CTAP/ICTAP documentation (if applicable); and, Schedule (A) documentation, (if applicable).

Email the document to [email protected] with the subject line AUST-Miami-05-2022.

If you applied to the March 14, 2021 announcement, you do not have to apply again.  

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

June 22, 2022

Number of Positions Available:

1

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Houston, TX

 

About the Office:

The U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Texas is among the busiest and largest in the nation, spanning 43 counties and 44,000 square miles and representing 8.3 million people from the Houston area to the Mexico border.

For more information on the Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney’s Office, visit:
http://www.justice.gov/usao-sdtx
http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html

This position is located in Houston, TX.

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

Job Description:

The U.S. Attorney’s Office is currently seeking to fill Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) positions in the Criminal Division in the following south Texas location: Houston. Our Criminal Division AUSAs are responsible for prosecuting a variety of violations and enforcing federal laws related to organized crime, financial litigation, immigration, drugs, firearms, public corruption, asset forfeiture, and white-collar crime.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1* year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Strong academic credentials, superior legal research and writing skills, quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case-related issues, high-volume courtroom experience, outstanding organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with other AUSAs, support staff, and investigative agencies, and a demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. Courtroom experience, including first-chair jury trials, is preferred. Successful candidates will be computer proficient, capable of doing their own legal research and writing, and self-sufficient in preparing day-to-day correspondence and pleadings. Relevant favorable experience includes investigating and prosecuting or defending criminal offenses. Expertise in grand jury practice is also desirable, as is experience with investigative and prosecution techniques.

United States citizenship is required.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Salary:

The range of basic pay is $76,334 to $176,200 which includes 33.96% locality pay.

Travel:

1 to 5 nights per month on average

Application Process:

To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern to receive consideration.

1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. (It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.)

3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. However, should you not be able to apply online, please contact Ivy Wilson at (713) 567-9000 or email at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

  • Required — Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process).
  • Required — Your resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include day/month/year). (cover letter optional).
  • Required, if applicable — A recent copy of an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), showing title, series, grade, and current salary; and a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.
  • Required, if applicable — To get Veterans’ Preference, you must indicate your preference in response to the appropriate question in your assessment questionnaire and you must submit the appropriate supporting documentation. See the “How you will be Evaluated” section for details regarding what is appropriate Veterans’ Preference documentation. It is also recommended that you include veterans’ preference information in your cover letter or resume.

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

June 22, 2022

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1- please note that, as needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Seattle, WA

 

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) for the Western District of Washington is responsible for representing the federal government in nearly all litigation involving the United States in the Western District of Washington (WDWA). This includes civil lawsuits by or against a Department or agency of the United States government (both affirmative and defensive litigation), representation of government officials under certain circumstances, and actions to collect judgments and restitution on behalf of victims and taxpayers. The USAO has an office size of approximately 74 Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) and is divided into two litigating Divisions (Criminal and Civil) as well as an Appellate Division. The USAO’s main office is in Seattle, Washington, with a branch office located in Tacoma, Washington.

https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdwa

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

Job Description:

This position will be located in the Civil Division of the WDWA.  AUSAs in the Civil Division are responsible for representing the United States government and its Departments, agencies and employees in civil litigation filed in the District. Principle areas of the Division’s defensive practice include cases bought under Title VII alleging discrimination in hiring and employment practices by agencies and Departments of the United States; matters brought pursuant to the Federal Tort Claims Act, covering a wide range of personal injury claims including medical malpractice arising from treatment received at various federal medical facilities; and immigration litigation. Other areas of practice include judicial review of administrative findings, injunctive proceedings, and defending federal employees accused of constitutional violations. 

The AUSAs in the Civil Division participate in litigation at both the trial and occasionally at the appellate levels. They take and defend depositions, propound and answer written discovery, negotiate for settlement, engage in motions practice, try cases in the United States District Court and, at times, write appellate briefs and argue before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. The attorney hired for this position will be assigned a variety of defensive civil matters involving various areas of federal law, with a focus on employment litigation. Applicants with prior experience handling one or both of the following types of matters should describe that work in their cover letter:

  1. Employment
  2. Tort

Qualifications:

The applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least three years post-J.D. experience. Ideal qualifications include at least five years of post-J.D. litigation experience.

Applicants must demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to accurately identify the critical issues in a case. Applicants must also possess superior oral and writing skills, strong research skills, and the ability to exercise good judgment. To be successful, applicants must possess excellent communication and courtroom skills, and exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff and client agencies.  Applicants must have a demonstrated capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in a highly demanding environment and in the highest ethical manner.

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 also must 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.

Salary:

Assistant United States Attorneys’ pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of pay with locality is $78,538 – $176,200.

Travel:

Occasional travel within and outside the District will be required.

Application Process:

Interested persons must email the following items in PDF format to the email address listed below:

[email protected]

Nicholas W. Brown
United States Attorney
Attention:  Tessa Gorman
First Assistant United States Attorney
700 Stewart Street, Suite 5220
Seattle, WA 98101

(a) A cover letter referencing Vacancy Announcement:  22-WDWA-AUSA-08 (Civil) that states whether the applicant is interested in the Seattle Office, the Tacoma Office or both; 

(b) A detailed resume; and

(c) A writing sample meeting the criteria set forth below:

Writing Sample:

Include a sample of your legal writing, such as a portion or all of an appellate brief, memorandum of points and authorities, or opinion letter.  The writing sample should be a recent example of your work and demonstrate your ability to analyze legal issues and present that analysis in written form.  The sample should be predominantly your own work.  If the document was edited by others, include a cover memo that briefly describes the level of editing that occurred. 

No telephone calls, please.

Security Requirements:

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

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

June 24, 2022

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1 or more

Cyber Operations International Liaison

Job Location: Washington, DC

 

About the Office:

The Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section (CCIPS) strives to do justice and protect victims of computer and intellectual property crime by uniquely combining technical expertise, legal insight, and effective advocacy. In implementing this goal, CCIPS pursues three overarching goals: to deter and disrupt computer and intellectual property crime, to guide the proper collection of electronic evidence by investigators and prosecutors, and to provide technical and legal advice and assistance to agents and prosecutors in the U.S. and around the world. It executes this mission in a wide variety of ways, including (a) by pursuing and coordinating investigations and prosecutions, and helping others to do so; (b) through activities that build the international legal and operational environment that allows for successful investigations and prosecutions; (c) by providing expert legal and technical advice and support to the Department, investigative agencies, and other executive branch agencies; and (d) by developing and advocating for computer and intellectual property crime policies and legislation.

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

Job Description:

This advertisement is for a detail to CCIPS, which will be reimbursed through September 30, 2023.  The Cyber Operations International Liaison (COIL) will:

  • Work with U.S. prosecutors and international partners to facilitate international operations against top-tier cyber actors;
  • In conjunction with the existing ICHIP attorneys supporting Eastern Europe, support CCIPS work in building and advancing relationships with international law enforcement authorities;
  • Identify opportunities for joint online operations with international law enforcement partners;
  • Coordinate cyber operations activity with EUROJUST, EUROPOL, and European law enforcement agencies;
  • Investigate and prosecute cases involving intellectual property violations and attacks on computers and computer networks;
  • Advise prosecutors and law enforcement agents about technology issues;
  • Train investigators and other prosecutors and speak to a variety of domestic and foreign audiences;
  • Propose, write, and advise on legislation and policy relating to computer and intellectual property crimes and to the collection of electronic evidence;
  • Engage in and support litigation relating to the collection of electronic evidence;
  • Participate in international efforts to promote effective cooperation to address the threats of computer and intellectual property crime; and
  • Draft policies and monographs addressing significant issues relating to these responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Interested applicants must currently be employed as an attorney in the Department of Justice; as such, applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and be an active member of the bar in good standing.

Applicants must have, or be able to obtain and maintain, a Top Secret security clearance.

Grade-Specific Qualifications:

To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least four (4) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: independently performing legal analysis; composing pleadings, briefs and other court documents involving unique and/or difficult legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; conducting highly complex civil or criminal litigation; and leading paralegals and support staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in organizing or executing online cyber law enforcement operations;
  • Experience in working with foreign or international law enforcement agencies, particularly EUROPOL or EUROJUST;
  • Experience in working with United States criminal investigative agencies;
  • Intermediate or advanced proficiency in the Dutch, French, German, Russian, or Spanish languages;
  • Criminal prosecution or defense experience;
  • Experience with complex investigations and the use of legal process (such as subpoenas and wiretap orders), especially in gathering electronic evidence;
  • Technical knowledge of computers, networking, and investigative technologies (such as tracing Internet communications, computer programming, digital forensics, and information security);
  • Knowledge of criminal statutes for which CCIPS has responsibility, including criminal provisions in federal copyright, trademark, and trade secret statues, and the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act;
  • Ability to communicate clearly through well-organized and accurately written documents;
  • Ability to perform cogent and correct legal analysis on a variety of contentious and complex substantive issues;
  • Ability to provide legal advice to others;
  • Experience with legislative or policy development, especially policy related to criminal law, intellectual property, attacks on computer networks, and the collection of electronic evidence;
  • Substantive knowledge of criminal procedure, particularly as it relates to obtaining electronic evidence;
  • International training or experience, particularly in negotiating international agreements, in mutual legal assistance, and in fields related to CCIPS’ work, such as computer security or intellectual property rights protection;
  • Working experience with U.S. government structures and inter-agency processes, especially relating to computer or intellectual property crime or the development of military, intelligence, or IT security policy;
  • Experience developing and delivering training programs and oral presentations on law enforcement subjects; and
  • Experience working with foreign government officials, providing training to foreign audiences, and familiarity with U.S. foreign policy as it relates to Internet and technology issues.

Salary:

Under detail assignment, there is no change to the selectee’s base pay. If applicable, the selectee will also receive appropriate post and overseas salary differentials

Travel:

Frequent travel between Washington, D.C. and the Netherlands and other European destinations.

Application Process:

Submissions must be time stamped no later than 11:59pm Eastern Standard Time on June 27, 2022. This announcement may be closed prior to the closing date if a selection is made.

We encourage applications, resumes, cover letters, and a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages) be submitted by email to: [email protected]

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

June 27, 2022

Number of Positions Available:

1

Trial Attorney

Job Location: Albuquerque, NM

 

About the Office:

The United States Trustee Program (USTP) is a litigating component of the Department of Justice whose mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders ― debtors, creditors, and the public. As a national program with 21 regions consisting of 90 field offices, the USTP has broad administrative, regulatory, and enforcement authorities in bankruptcy cases, including Chapters 7 and 13 consumer cases, family farmer Chapter 12 cases, small business reorganizations, and complex Chapter 11 corporate reorganizations. The USTP is the only participant in the bankruptcy process uniquely positioned to address multi-jurisdictional 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.

We invite you to visit the USTP’s Web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust; information on the city of Albuquerque can be found at https://www.cabq.gov/.

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

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 Chapters 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:

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 ($112,423 –$146,149 ); or, GS-15 ($132,239 – $171,911). 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: [email protected] with the subject line Trial Attorney-Albuquerque-06-2022.

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

June 27, 2022

Relocation Expenses:

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

Number of Positions Available:

1

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Albuquerque, NM

 

About the Office:

The mission of the United States Attorney’s Office, District of New Mexico is to represent the Criminal and Civil interests of the United States. https://www.justice.gov/usao-nm

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorney’s Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html

The positions advertised are located in Albuquerque and Las Cruces, New Mexico.

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

Job Description:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico has approximately 195 employees and contractors. The main office is located in Albuquerque. The branch office in Las Cruces is located approximately 225 miles south of Albuquerque, is 50 miles from the Mexican border, and includes approximately 45 of the district employees and contractors. The District also has an unstaffed office in Santa Fe.

The attorney selected will be working in the criminal division in Albuquerque or Las Cruces, New Mexico, and will prosecute a wide variety of federal offenses.

https://www.justice.gov/usao-nm

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

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any United States jurisdiction), and have at least one (1) year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Hiring preference will be given to applicants with prior felony trial experience and those who have demonstrated the ability to handle complex cases from the initial investigative stage through trial.

Applicants must demonstrate a quick analytical ability and the facility to accurately and precisely articulate the critical issues in a case.

Applicants must demonstrate superior oral and writing skills, as well as strong research and interpersonal skills, and good judgment.

Applicants must possess excellent communication and courtroom skills and exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff and client agencies.

Applicants must have a demonstrated capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in a highly demanding office and courtroom environment. Applicants will be expected to conduct their own legal research and writing and must be substantially self-sufficient in preparing day-to-day correspondence and pleadings. Applicants must also possess computer literacy skills to include experience with automated research, electronic court filing, electronic e-mail and word processing systems.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Salary:

Albuquerque, N.M., Salary is $66,750 to $174,590 which includes a 17.14% locality pay. Las Cruces, N.M., Salary is $66,214 to $173,189 which includes a 16.20% locality pay.

Travel:

You may be expected to travel for this position.

Application Process:

To apply for this position, you must follow the instructions listed in the link below:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/658578700

You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

  • Required — Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (this is completed automatically during the apply online process).
  • Required — Your resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include day/month/year). A cover letter is optional.
  • Required, if applicable — A recent copy of an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), showing title, series, grade, and current salary; and a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.
  • Required, if applicable — To get Veterans’ Preference, you must indicate your preference in response to the appropriate question in your assessment questionnaire and you must submit the appropriate supporting documentation. See the “How you will be Evaluated” section for details regarding what is appropriate Veterans’ Preference documentation. It is also recommended that you include veterans’ preference information in your cover letter or resume.
  • Required — A writing sample, preferably a legal brief filed in court or an excerpt.

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

June 28, 2022

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Pensacola, FL

 

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Florida is responsible for representing the federal government in all litigation involving the United States in the Northern District of Florida. This includes 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 NDFL encompasses 23 of Florida’s 67 counties, and currently employs approximately 67 staff members, to include 36 Assistant United States Attorneys, with the main office located in Tallahassee and two branch offices in Pensacola and Gainesville.

For more information on the Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney’s Office, visit:

https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndfl

https://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html

The position is located in Tallahassee or Pensacola, FL.

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

Job Description:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Florida is seeking applications from experienced attorneys who have superb research and writing skills as well as a civil law background to fill an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) vacancy in the Civil Division.
This position offers a dynamic civil practice with a challenging mix of cases and represents a great opportunity for an attorney seeking federal litigation experience. Among other responsibilities, the successful candidate will handle defensive litigation in the areas of employment discrimination, torts, and other matters where we defend the interests of the United States. The successful candidate also may be called on to handle affirmative civil litigation where the United States is a plaintiff when fraud has been committed against the United States government.

The defensive and affirmative dockets present an array of challenging cases that yields significant trial experience, including jury trials. Civil AUSAs enjoy a high degree of camaraderie in a cohesive, self-supporting environment.

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 year post-J.D. legal or other
relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of five (5) years of recent civil litigation experience is desired. Preferred applicants should possess exceptional analytical ability, judgment, and advocacy skills, as well as a commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. Finally, preferred applicants must possess the ability to manage cases of a complex and varying nature.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

United States citizenship is required.

Salary:

The range of pay is $71,224 to $173,189, which includes 16.20% locality pay. The range of grade is from AD-23 to AD-29.

Travel:

You may be required to travel at least 1 to 5 days a month. Regular travel, both within and outside the district, will be required.

Application Process:

To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required
Documents section below.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern on 06/28/2022 to receive consideration.

1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS
resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. (It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and
appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.)
3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status
link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation
received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several
hours to clear the virus scan process.

To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must
re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. However, should you not
be able to apply online, please contact Northern District of Florida at (805) 216-3902 or email at [email protected], prior to the closing date
of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

Evaluation Method: 

Once your complete application package is received, it will be reviewed to ensure you meet all job requirements. An attorney interview panel will then review all qualified applicants and make recommendations for invitation to interview. You will be notified if selected for an interview.

You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

  • Required — Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process).
  • Required — Your resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include day/month/year). (cover letter optional).
  • Required, if applicable — A recent copy of an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), showing title, series, grade, and current salary; and a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.
  • Required, if applicable — To get Veterans’ Preference, you must submit supporting documentation (e.g., DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) which verifies their eligibility for preference. 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, http://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).

Contact Information

Floyd Boyer
Phone: (805) 216-3902
Email: [email protected]

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

June 28, 2022

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Detroit, MI

 

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) has jurisdiction and responsibility in a broad range of areas, all of which involve representing the legal interests of the federal government in a court of law. The Eastern District of Michigan consists of 34 counties in the eastern half of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and employs approximately 130 Assistant United States Attorneys. For attorney positions, the office has a Criminal Division, Civil Division, Appellate Division, and Branch Offices.

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

Job Description:

An appointment with the U.S. Attorney’s Office offers unique and challenging experiences for the highly motivated attorney. Serving as an Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) and assigned to the Criminal Division or Appellate Division, you will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty, and property of citizens.

Criminal Division assignments include, but are not limited to, the investigation and prosecution of federal criminal laws involving guns, violence, immigration, terrorism, drug trafficking, crimes against children, government program fraud, health care fraud, other white-collar offenses, public corruption, and organized crime.

Appellate Division cases include writing of briefs and arguing appeals before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati, Ohio, as well as reviewing briefs written by other AUSAs.

Type of Position: All initial attorney appointments in the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis. Temporary appointments may, or may not, be made permanent without further competition.

Location:  Most opportunities will be at the Detroit, Michigan duty station, with occasional vacancies in the Flint and Bay City branch offices.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

Hiring for AUSA positions within the USAO is highly competitive. The USAO seeks a diverse complement of lawyers with a wide range of exceptional skills and experience, unified by keen intelligence and sincere commitment to public interest. Litigation experience, superior academic record, excellent writing skills, impeccable character, demonstrated interest in public service, courtroom presence, and the ability to work with and relate to a wide variety of people are all taken into account. Most attorneys hired have several years of experience, although highly qualified recent graduates with some experience in practice or as a judicial clerk are also considered.

Other Benefits:

The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; 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 federal employees: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits.

Salary:

Range of starting pay (including locality differential applicable to the USAO, Eastern District of Michigan’s Detroit duty station) is $72,858 to $176,200.

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required.

Application Process:

Applications for this vacancy will be accepted through June 29, 2022. Applicants are evaluated by the Hiring Committee on the basis of such factors as academic performance, trial experience, research and writing ability, oral communication skills, and other legal and community service and experience.

Interested persons should provide the following information:

  1. A cover letter, which must include the vacancy number listed above and the date;
  2. A detailed resume;
  3. One writing sample that does not exceed 15 pages. It should be sufficiently complex to highlight your analytical skills. The sample should be primarily your own writing and editing, and it should be as recent as possible.
  4. A completed questionnaire (See attached)

Please send these materials as a single attachment (PDF preferred) via email to [email protected]. The preferred method for applying is by email, but you may apply through the mail by sending the materials to:

Julie Beck
First Assistant U.S. Attorney
Eastern District of Michigan
211 W. Fort Street, Suite 2001
Detroit, MI 48226

Please use only one method of application (email or traditional mail), and do not send multiple applications. Applications must be received or postmarked by June 29, 2022.

Special note to criminal defense attorneys: Due to actual or perceived conflicts of interest, any criminal defense attorney seeking to apply to the office must obtain written waivers of the actual or perceived conflict of interest from all criminal defendants (whether those individuals have been charged or not) whom the lawyer represents.

For additional information regarding application procedures for AUSA positions, please direct e-mail inquiries to: [email protected].

Security Requirements:

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.

Selective Service:

If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.

Internet Sites:

The home page for the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Michigan, may be accessed at:

http://www.justice.gov/usao/mie/index.html

Announcements for other DOJ attorney vacancies may be viewed at: http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

June 29, 2022

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

2 or more

Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)

Job Location: Minneapolis, MN

 

About the Office:

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Minnesota is accepting applications for Assistant United States Attorney (“AUSA”) openings in our Civil Division. The Office’s team of civil AUSAs represents the United States’ interests in the District of Minnesota in a wide variety of affirmative and defensive litigation. The Civil Division upholds federal civil rights, combats fraud in government programs, enforces environmental laws, forfeits assets related to criminal activity and recovers funds owed to the United States. The Civil Division also defends the United States in district court matters involving torts, employment discrimination, immigration, and judicial review of agency decision making.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office places a high priority on assembling a diverse team of AUSAs with varied backgrounds, experiences, and skills. On a daily basis, Civil Division AUSAs are required to make impactful strategic decisions in cases defending the United States’ agencies and their policies and actions, enforcing federal civil rights and fraud statutes, and many other matters in collaboration with their colleagues and their agency partners. The U.S. Attorney’s Office believes that its team makes better, fairer, and more just decisions when its judgment is the product of a vigorous dialogue among a collaborative and diverse group of peers.

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

Applicants who applied to job announcement 22-MN-11463746-AUSA will be considered and are not required to apply to this posting.

Job Description:

AUSAs in the Civil Division are responsible for representing the federal government and its agencies and employees in civil litigation in the District of Minnesota. Civil AUSAs are active at the trial and appellate levels, taking depositions, preparing and answering discovery, negotiating settlements, engaging in motions practice, trying cases, drafting appellate briefs, and arguing cases before appellate court judges.

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

In all matters, it is our mission to represent the people of the United States in a manner that will instill confidence in the fairness and integrity of our office and the judicial system, and to conduct our work with the highest integrity. We strive to perform our mission in the most efficient and effective manner.

For more information, please visit our website: www.justice.gov/usao-mn.

Qualifications:

Security Requirements:

Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment 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.

Residency Requirements:

Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information.

Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.

Qualifications: 

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1 year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.

United States citizenship is required.

Background Investigation, credit and tax checks, and drug test required.

You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.

All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

Salary:

Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $71,508 to $167,781, which includes locality pay.

Travel:

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Application Process:

Applications are being accepted via USAJobs at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/658987000.

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

July 1, 2022

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1 or more

Trial Attorney

Job Location: New York, NY

 

About the Office:

The United States Trustee Program (USTP) is a litigating component of the Department of Justice whose mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders ― debtors, creditors, and the public. As a national program with 21 regions consisting of 90 field offices, the USTP has broad administrative, regulatory, and enforcement authorities in bankruptcy cases, including Chapters 7 and 13 consumer cases, family farmer Chapter 12 cases, small business reorganizations, and complex Chapter 11 corporate reorganizations. The USTP is the only participant in the bankruptcy process uniquely positioned to address multi-jurisdictional 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.

We invite you to visit the USTP’s Web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust; information on the city of New York can be found at https://www1.nyc.gov/.

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

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 Chapters 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:

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;
  • A demonstrated record of litigating complex matters including experience taking depositions, examining witnesses under oath, and propounding formal written discovery;
  • 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 databases 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 ($129,621 – $168,506); or, GS-15 ($152,469 – $176,300). 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: [email protected] with the subject line Trial Attorney-New York-07-2022.

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

July 10, 2022

Relocation Expenses:

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

Number of Positions Available:

1

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Muskogee, OK

 

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma is seeking an experienced, motivated, and prosecution-minded attorney to join our Criminal Division. The Eastern District of Oklahoma is led by United States Attorney, Christopher J. Wilson, and serves as the chief federal law enforcement office in the District. This United States Attorney’s Office is accountable to the citizens of the Eastern District of Oklahoma for pursuing justice, ensuring public safety, enforcing the law, protecting the interests of the United States, and exercising stewardship of the government’s resources. The Eastern District is comprised of 26 counties in eastern and southern Oklahoma, ranging from southeast of Tulsa, Oklahoma to the Texas border and from the Arkansas border to Carter County on the west. The headquarters of all of the Five Civilized Tribes (Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee (Creek) and Seminole) are located in the District. Due to the 2020 Supreme Court decision in McGirt v. Oklahoma and its progeny, the entire Eastern District of Oklahoma is Indian Country and the USAOKE has primary jurisdiction to prosecute major crimes committed by or against members of a federally recognized Indian tribe. As a result, the successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to serve in a vibrant, challenging, and evolving United States Attorney’s Office.

Muskogee is situated in eastern Oklahoma, approximately 48 miles southeast of Tulsa on the Muskogee Turnpike (at the intersection of U.S. Highways 62, 64, and 69). The boundary of Eastern District of Oklahoma runs within 25 miles of many suburbs of the Tulsa metropolitan area including Broken Arrow, Jenks, Bixby, Catoosa and Owasso providing ample housing and entertainment options for any selected applicant.

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

Job Description:

The successful candidate will primarily focus on prosecuting Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) cases in which the United States and its taxpayers are the victims of fraud, waste, and abuse. ACE cases often stem from violations of the False Claims Act involving health care, government contracts, and federal benefits. Claims are pursued through the Courts and money judgments sought against individuals and corporations defrauding the government.  Assistant United States Attorneys are responsible for legal research and writing, directing investigations, case development, and case presentation in criminal cases. To be an effective federal prosecutor, the Assistant United States Attorney must possess excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work closely with federal, state, local and tribal law enforcement agencies.

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement

This announcement is used to fill TERM positions NTE April 30, 2024.

Due to COVID-19, if selected, you may be expected to telework for an undefined period under the Department’s evacuation authority, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Employees in this status may be notified of a requirement to report in person to the component workplace with an advance notice of not less than 30 days. Prior to a requirement to report to the workplace, employees may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the component’s telework policy.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years of prosecution experience post-J.D.

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications: 

The applicant must display effective handling of ACE cases. This requires the applicant to possess excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work closely with federal investigative agencies. The applicant will lead the investigations and participate in all stages of the resulting litigation, including discovery, depositions, and court appearances. The applicant must also possess a desire to work as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of Oklahoma.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment 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.

Salary:

$68,773 - $167,422 per year

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required.

Application Process:

Complete application packages will continue to be accepted until position is filled or until 11:59 p.m. Eastern time Tuesday, July 12, 2022.

Interested persons should apply online at https://www.usajobs.gov/job/653970600. Paper applications will not be accepted. 

Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.

Application Deadline:

July 12, 2022

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1

Camp/Retreat Worker

Job Location: Napa, CA

 

About the Office:

Enchanted Hills Camp, located in Napa, is looking for a Camp/Retreat Worker. Under the direction of the Camp’s Site Manager, the EHC Camp/Retreat Worker is a full-time position that will assist in the maintenance and repair of the camp’s buildings, grounds, equipment and other facilities consistent with the mission and established policies and procedures of the camp. This position will also serve as Lifeguard for pool and/or lake if applicable.

Job Description:

  1. Maintain camp grounds
  • Operate necessary grounds care equipment such as mower, chain saws, etc., in safe and efficient manner.
  • Be aware and make necessary changes to hazards found on camp grounds.
  • Make minor repairs as needed
  1. Assist in the repair of buildings and facilities.
  • Make minor repairs as needed.
  1. Perform janitorial and general maintenance duties
  • Sweep, mop, scrub, wax floors, wash windows and screens, put up and take down tables and chairs, bedding, program material and – repair same;
  • Clean and maintain kitchen and dining area
  • Clean and maintain restrooms
  • Dispose of trash and waste. Manage recycling.
  1. Perform food service duties
  • Receive and store meals in refrigerator
  • Prep meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner by placing them in the oven on the correct temperature for the correct amount of time.
  • Serve campers meals.
  • Prep menu and assist with meal scheduling and orders.
  1. Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines, including local, state and federal guidelines as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards.
  • Assist with emergencies on site.
  • Assist in conducting initial and end-of-season inventory
  • Store equipment for safety.
  • Follow schedule for checking physical plant and equipment for safety, cleanliness and good repair.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker must carry an EHC radio and be available to be in contact with the supervisor via walkie-talkie whenever on duty.
  • Read, understand, and adhere to all Agency policies and procedures.
  • This employee should conduct themselves in a professional manner on and off the job, knowing that the Camp/Retreat Worker is a representative of LightHouse.
  • This employee should perform all job responsibilities.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker should maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward everyone.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker should communicate regularly and appropriately with our supervisors, and colleagues within our own departments.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker must demonstrate efficient time management and the ability to prioritize our assignments.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker must consistently report to work on time and be ready to begin performing our assigned duties and responsibilities.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker must work productively.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker must continue to learn and communicate a blindness-positive philosophy based on best current practices in the field

Other Job Duties:

  • Lifeguard at Pool and/or Lake if holding appropriate certification
  • Organize pre-planned menus and recipes.
  • Assist in preparation of Retreat Rentals.
  • Prepare sleeping and meeting areas.
  • Respond to housekeeping requests of guests.
  • This individual should ensure that the learning of recipes and amounts used for Retreat food service; menu planning for future rental groups, gathering and organizing facility institutional knowledge is logged and passed on to staff.
  • This individual should develop a working knowledge of our water treatment plant and provide direct supervision of the property for volunteer and agency partners.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker, in the absence of the Site Manager, is expected to caretake and oversee the facility until the Site Manager or other supervisory personnel returns to the site.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker is expected to assist volunteer groups and regulatory agencies with site projects as needed.
  • The Camp/Retreat Worker must demonstrate how to log hours for clock-in and clock-out requirements and insist that other staff members also clock in & out in accordance with LightHouse policies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Education or equivalent: A high school diploma or its equivalent or two years of experience in a facility. Knowledge and practical experience with site maintenance, construction, or grounds-keeping business.
  • Current certification in first aid and CPR is desirable. American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (willing to obtain) is desired. Valid and current driver license is also desired.
  • Class C license to allow driving of company van to transport campers is an expectation for this role.
  • This position should have the ability to work on a team, relate and work well with others.
  • Self-starter and organizer.
  • Ability to accept guidance, direction and supervision.
  • Proficiency in the safe and proper use of power equipment and tools, heavy and light machinery, and building materials is an expectation for this role.
  • Experience supervising aquatic facility (if necessary).
  • Ability to understand and implement safety regulations and procedures to include the logging and documenting of procedures, creation of SOP’s, and the training of staff to create Incidence Reports.
  • Incident Reports should be completed for each Risk Event. The Retreat Worker should ensure that staff is trained to handle each such event.
  • Ability, both visual and auditory, to identify safety hazards and monitor guest and staff behavior and enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures.
  • Ability to walk, stand, bend and stretch.

Application Process:

For ease of accessibility, kindly submit your cover letter and résumé as Word attachments (no PDFs please) and employment application (downloads in a Word document) to [email protected], using the job title as your subject line. To fill out the application, please enable editing in the document. We will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online profiles in lieu of the requested format. Due to time constraints, we apologize for being unable to acknowledge all interest that may be shown in each position. No third-party solicitations, please. We sincerely appreciate your thoughtful consideration during this process.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Access Technology Instructor

Job Location: San Francisco, CA

 

Job Description:

The Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually impaired is seeking an Access Technology Instructor in our Access Technology department. The AT department trains more than 300 students each year on the use of screen readers, magnification software, specialized devices, mobile phones and smart home technology. The AT department also partners with dozens of companies to ensure apps, websites, and products are accessible to blind and visually impaired users.

The Access Technology instructor is responsible for providing technology training to blind and visually impaired students both one on one and in group workshops. Class sessions may be held virtually or in person. Instructors work with each student to define learning goals, present material in a clear and comprehensive manner, and document instruction in the Lighthouse database. Instructors stay current on the latest access technology, and the accessibility of mainstream apps, to serve as a technology resource for Lighthouse students and community members.

Qualifications:

Education or equivalent:

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, rehabilitation teaching, computer science, or comparable degree/experience

Experience: 

  • In-depth knowledge of at least two of the following operating systems:
    • Windows
    • Mac OS
    • iOS
    • Android
  • Advanced user of screen reading and magnification software for desktop and mobile operating systems
  • In-depth knowledge of non-visual techniques for information access including:
  • Efficiently navigating websites
  • Using apps and software to access printed material
  • Using GPS and wayfinding apps for navigation.
  • Knowledge of the following productivity suites:
  • Microsoft 365: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and Teams
  • Google Workspace: Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail, Calendar, Drive and Meet
  • Basic understanding of smart speakers and smart home technology
  • Demonstrated ability to create lesson plans
  • Demonstrated ability to work with different meeting platforms
  • Elevated level of emotional intelligence to relate to students at all levels of adjustment to blindness
  • Demonstrated ability to convey technical knowledge in a clear and approachable manner
  • Ability to learn emerging technologies from documentation and tutorials

Preferred qualifications:

  • Proficiency in the UEB Braille code
  • Fluency in a second language in addition to English (Spanish strongly desired)

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to:

  • Carry or transport 20 lbs.;
  • Sit at a desk and perform computer-intensive work for long periods of time;
  • Operate standard office equipment; and
  • Travel independently.

Job Accountabilities:

  • Work with students defining individual service plans, which include schedules, goals, and objectives for their technology training
  • Deliver individual or group training to blind and visually impaired students on a variety of technologies
  • Provide services at the Lighthouse headquarters, satellite offices, at students’ homes or remotely
  • Design and deliver workshops on current technology topics in collaboration with the rest of the access technology team
  • Develop class curriculum and lesson plans with other members of the Access Technology team
  • Keep accurate and timely records of student progress in the Lighthouse database.
  • Other duties as assigned

Salary:

$53,194 to $58,619 per year

Application Process:

To apply, please submit a cover letter and résumé as Word attachments (no PDFs please), to [email protected], including the job title in the subject line. We will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online profiles. Due to time constraints, we will only respond to complete submissions in which there is serious interest. Thank you for your understanding.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Senior Director of Talent Acquisition

Job Location: Seattle, WA

 

About the Office:

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. transforms the lives of people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. Through employment opportunities, we are a catalyst for empowerment. We foster self-confidence and instill a life changing affirmation that independence is possible. From our expertise in cutting-edge technology to our understanding of mobility, we help people who are blind and DeafBlind live fulfilling lives.

We believe everyone, no matter their vision abilities, deserves to experience the power of employment. Our goal for each person we reach is to ignite a fire of determination that is centered on the reality that blindness doesn’t define who you are or how you choose to live.

Job Description:

The Senior Director of Talent Acquisition will drive strategy and dynamically lead the talent acquisition efforts to hire top talent into the organization. Effectively partner with leaders and hiring managers across the organization to report on progress, propose initiatives to improve our talent acquisition program, improve processes, find and implement efficiencies, propose and deliver recruiting related training initiatives and drive creative pipeline building/sourcing strategies. Will work with Employment Specialist and Strategic Leadership Team to ensure hiring is a top priority across the organization. Recommend and lead innovative strategies to build the Lighthouse’s talent brand and provide a phenomenal candidate experience. Demonstrate strategic, operational and tactical capabilities, lead recruiting initiatives while being hands-on in implementing talent acquisition solutions, enabling the Lighthouse to attract, hire and retain high quality talent.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the recruiting effort to build the best diverse, talented, impactful team, while partnering with hiring managers and Lighthouse leadership.
  • Manage the recruiting/talent acquisition team across disciplines and provide guidance and oversight surrounding hiring, resource management, capacity planning, leadership, training, mentorship, internship program, and direct support for all aspects of the talent acquisition process.
  • Develop strategic recruitment plans and programs to meet and exceed the Lighthouses strategic plan goals.
  • Partner with key business leaders and HR team to develop staffing/management plans that anticipate staffing and workforce needs to support identified business strategies.
  • Work to build scalable talent acquisition processes for all Lighthouse locations to ensure continuity while allowing for effective and targeted recruitment for each specific location.
  • Ownership of recruiting practices and recruiting related training initiatives across the organization.
  • Develop and foster strong relationships/partnerships with leaders across the organization.
  • Routinely meet with leadership team to assess recruiting progress, future hiring plans, obstacles and challenges, and collaborate on recruiting activities strategies and process improvements.
  • Lead the recruiting team to implement creative solutions to improve hiring processes and hire key talent quickly and efficiently.
  • Identify, prioritize and lead initiatives to ensure the Lighthouse is providing a best in class candidate experience.
  • Ensure team is effectively driving the hiring process for all roles. Pinpoint and help to remove any obstacles to recruiting progress.
  • Provide reporting on recruiting metrics and hiring progress for senior leadership on a consistent basis.
  • Strategize, create and implement interview training for all hiring managers.
  • Create and develop a diversity and inclusion acquisition strategy in a way that attracts a diverse talent pool and exposes what they can gain by being a part of our organization.
  • Develop new talent sourcing pipelines and acquisition strategies that are innovatively beneficial to the organizations profile and human capital requirements.
  • Build and maintain a database of professionals who are blind to ensure the Lighthouse organization can always fill open positions with qualified professional that make reaching our strategic plan goals more obtainable.
  • Prepare annual budget for talent acquisition and monitor actual performance against approved budget.
  • Recommending appropriate corrective actions as needed.
  • Approve all expenditures within the talent acquisition department under designated authority.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years human resource experience is required
  • Minimum of 5 years of management experience in the area of staffing/recruiting is required
  • Knowledge of employment law is required
  • Ability to be flexible, creative and adapt to changing priorities
  • Strong business orientation and problem-solving skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources or business, or related field, is required
  • Certification as a professional recruiter is required
  • Certification such as PHR or SPHR is preferred

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color. National origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

Federal Contractor

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document forms upon hire.

Application Process:

To submit an application for this position or for more information about the Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. please visit www.lhblind.org/jobs.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Shipping Clerk

Job Location: San Francisco, CA

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Load and Unload Trucks.
  • Ship Using Fed EX and UPS online
  • Create BOL
  • Cycle count when slow
  • Move raw material to the right locations
  • Daily sweep warehouse & keep work areas neat and tidy.
  • Put out Garbage & Recycle Bins for pick up.
  • Report when raw material levels are getting low.
  • Weekly sweep dock area & keep work areas neat and tidy.
  • Assist in production as needed.
  • Stretch Wrap Full Goods if needed.
  • Stack Full Goods in warehouse.
  • Stage Full goods verify counts & do associated paperwork.
  • Receiving, verify count, plus do associated paperwork.
  • Create & apply labels for Packaging & Commercial Orders.
  • Report any or potential raw material problems.
  • Report any or potential forklift mechanical problems.
  • Complete forklift daily maintenance report.
  • Observe propane level & report when low on full cylinders.
  • Make sure to drive safely, follow all forklift rules & regulations.
  • Make sure everything is in its proper place to avoid potential hazards.
  • Lift /Carry 60 lbs. throughout the day
  • Stand for long periods and climb up and down ladders
  • Any other duties as assigned by Plant Manager or Assistant Plant Manager.

Physical Demands:

  • Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to stand, walk, and sit
  • Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to lift/push/carry items up to 60 pounds

All employees at LightHouse are hired for an indefinite and unspecified duration and consequently, no employee is guaranteed employment for a specified length of time.  Employment is at the mutual consent of the employee and LightHouse. Accordingly, either the employee or LightHouse can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause (“employment at will”).

Equal opportunity to all regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual orientation.

Application Process:

For ease of accessibility, kindly submit your cover letter and résumé as Word attachments (no .PDFs please) and employment application (downloads in a Word document) to [email protected], using the job title as your subject line. To fill out the application, please enable editing in the document. We will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online profiles in lieu of the requested format. Due to time constraints, we apologize for being unable to acknowledge all interest that may be shown in each position. No third-party solicitations, please. We sincerely appreciate your thoughtful consideration during this process.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Summer Academy Mentor

Job Location: San Francisco, CA

 

About the Office:

Founded in San Francisco in 1902, the LightHouse’s purpose is to promote the independence, equality and self-reliance of people who are blind or visually impaired. The LightHouse is currently in a period of growth, increasing our capacity to serve more low-vision and blind clients.

Job Description:

The Summer Academy Mentor is a seasonal position with primary duties of assisting the Youth Transition Services Team to develop, facilitate and implement educational and enriching programs for youth that are blind or have low vision during the 2022 Youth Employment Services (YES) Summer Academy.

The YES 2022 Summer Academy is designed as a 4-week long immersive experience for blind and low vision transition-age youth between the ages of 16-26 to gain first-hand knowledge to build their confidence, identify their strengths and develop a sense of direction through interactive work-based learning experience and career exploration activities.

The Summer Academy Mentor must be youth-focused, flexible, and in possession of strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills to relate to a diverse array of participants and collaborators. As a member of the LightHouse Youth Services Team, the Summer Academy Mentor will play a critical role in supporting the implementation of activities which meet the five (5) of the Pre-employment transition services including:

  1. Job exploration counseling
  2. Work-based learning experiences
  3. Counseling on opportunities for exploration and enrollment in comprehensive transition or post-secondary educational programs
  4. Workplace readiness training to develop soft and independent living skills
  5. Critical instruction in self-advocacy refinement

Qualifications:

  • Some college experience preferred, high school diploma or GED required
  • At least one year of experience working with youth of all ages
  • Competent computer skills with Microsoft Suite and working knowledge of accessible technologies and software
  • Is youth-focused, flexible, and in possession of strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills to relate to a diverse array of participants, their families, and collaborators
  • Possess strong personal initiative. Curiosity about people, a sense of humor and a team-oriented style to support LightHouse services and the transformative effect we have on the lives of individuals who are blind or have low vision

Physical Demands:

The Summer Academy Mentor is expected to reside and work on program premises, at our LightHouse San Francisco headquarters, throughout The YES Summer Academy program and training dates (July 5 – 31, 2022) with 2-3 additional dates to be announced for staff training. Work schedules will typically range from 6-8 hours per day, 5-6 days per week. Please be aware that job duties or responsibilities may be modified if we are unable to host the Summer Academy face-to-face and the program shifts to a virtual model based on the most up-to-date epidemiological guidance.

Responsibilities:

  • The Summer Academy Mentor will work in a team to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of transition programs, services and activities for Youth that are blind or have low vision
  • The individual will assist in the facilitation of group discussions, provide individual guidance on student projects/work experiences, as well as support the evaluation of students’ assignments throughout the YES Summer Academy and training dates (July 5 – 31, 2022) to meet the intended program outcomes
  • The Summer Academy Mentor will be expected to apply basic youth and blindness development principles in working with students through communication, soft skills development, respect for diversity and empowerment of youth
  • The Summer Academy Mentor will participate enthusiastically in the development and implementation of program activities for students within the mission and learning outcomes of the program
  • The individual is responsible for leading and assisting with the teaching of activities including but not limited to three (3) primary areas (travel and mobility, independent living skills and home management, and professionalism and assistive technology) as part of employment readiness
  • The Summer Academy Mentor will serve as positive role model to students and others regarding general program procedures and practices including professionalism, safety, scheduling, attitudes, behaviors, and teamwork
  • This person will provide support with program logistics including but not limited to scheduling appointments, maintaining student records, service reporting, technical support with instructional platforms, etc.
  • The Summer Academy Mentor is responsible for contributing to verbal and written student evaluations and communication as requested
  • The individual will participate as a member of the staff team to draft, deliver, and host social recreational activities and functions as assigned including evening and weekend shifts
  • The Academy Mentor is to assure students are properly always supervised during both on-site and off-site programming activities
  • This person is to attend and participate in weekly staff meetings to be prepared during programming sessions
  • The Summer Academy Mentor will be sensitive and alert to students and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health concerns, and discuss with supervisor when appropriate
  • Other Duties: Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

LightHouse is an equal opportunity employer. LightHouse policy and the law prohibit discrimination and harassment based on an individual’s race, ancestry, religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, age (40 and over), sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin (including language use restrictions), marital status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), physical or mental disability (including HIV and AIDS), military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions, denial of Family and Medical Care leave, height and weight, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Our policy and the law prohibit co-workers, third parties, supervisors, and managers from engaging in such conduct.

LightHouse personnel are employed on an at-will basis. Employment at-will means that the employment relationship may be terminated, with or without cause and with or without advance notice at any time by the employee or the Agency. We strive to maintain a scent-free environment and a drug-free workplace.

Salary:

Hourly rate

Application Process:

For ease of accessibility, kindly submit your cover letter and résumé as Word attachments (no .PDFs please) and employment application (downloads in a Word document) to [email protected], using the job title as your subject line. To fill out the application, please enable editing in the document. We will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online profiles in lieu of the requested format. Due to time constraints, we apologize for being unable to acknowledge all interest that may be shown in each position. No third-party solicitations, please. We sincerely appreciate your thoughtful consideration during this process.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Maintenance Ground Technician

Job Location: Napa, CA

 

About the Office:

LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, headquartered in downtown San Francisco, is looking for a Full-Time Maintenance Grounds Technician (MGT), to work at our 311-acre resort, Enchanted Hills Camp in Napa, California.  The MGT will perform skilled work in the maintenance and care of the natural environment at our camp in Napa. The focus will be primarily on landscaping. This will include the upkeep of the grounds and landscape.

We are searching for a talented and dedicated landscaper to join our team. You will perform a range of general lawn maintenance duties including applying fertilizers, maintaining the landscape design, removing weeds and dead plants, and supervising repairs. With over 300 acres, fire abatement and knowledge of poisonous plants is needed as well.

As the landscaper, you will ensure the growth and vibrancy of our plants, flowers, lawn, and garden structures. The ideal candidate will be creative, with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

Job Description:

Fire Abatement

  • The Maintenance Grounds Technician will place a strong focus on Fire Abatement duties as a high priority for this role. Those duties will include:
  • String line trimming
  • Chainsaw to log splitting
  • Chipping, debris clean up

Landscape

  • The Maintenance Grounds Technician will upkeep the landscape
  • These duties include mowing, trimming, tree maintenance, edging of landscape
  • Thinning and cleaning flower beds and other grounds by hand or utilizing proper tools and equipment; and setting up, adjusting, repairing and maintenance of these tools and equipment
  • Apply pesticides to remove harmful insects such as mosquitos, wasps, and ticks
  • Conduct general maintenance duties such as cleaning walkways, fixing fountains, and other duties
  • Apply fertilizer to help enhance growth
  • Take out weeds and dead plants
  • Trim overgrown limbs, hedges, and leaves
  • Uphold the landscaping design and ensure plant growth
  • Plant new decorative bushes, flowers, plants, and shrubs
  • Supervise maintenance repairs to equipment, landscape structures, outdoor furniture, and walkways
  • Advise clients on how to look after the landscape
  • Coordinate with garden designers and landscape architects to ensure the garden meets the client’s expectations.

Janitorial work that includes but is not limited to:

  • Plunging toilets
  • Cleaning and sanitizing of Restroom floors, toilets, sinks, and showers
  • Replace toilet paper in bathrooms as needed
  • Collect all trash, including trash from dog refuse collection bins
  • The MGT should possess a valid California Driver’s license and a willingness to drive camp vehicles
  • Possession of a Class B Driver’s License would be a plus for the Maintenance Grounds Technician
  • Possession or willingness to train to get water treatment certification is highly desirable

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

Education or equivalent:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience:

A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a landscaping or grounds-keeping role

The LightHouse welcomes nontraditional applicants and applicants with diverse backgrounds and experience.

The MGT will perform regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance. This will require experience in using mowing, trimming, edging and other landscaping tools.

Although the position will have regular hours, occasional morning or evening duties do require an on-site presence. As a result, this position is accompanied with an offer of free onsite housing for the technician. This is specified in our Housing Agreement which will be discussed during the interview process.

Application Process:

After reviewing the complete Job Description located at our website at https://lighthouse-sf.org/about/careers/, please complete an application as well as a cover letter and résumé as word processing attachments. No PDFs, please.

Please submit those word documents to [email protected]. Please include the job title, Maintenance Grounds Technician Landscaper, in the subject line. We will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online profiles. Due to time constraints, we will only respond to complete submissions. Thanks for your understanding.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Job Location: San Francisco, CA

 

Job Description:

The Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS or NOMC) provides in-person and virtual orientation and mobility to blind, low-vision deaf-blind youth, adults, and seniors from diverse backgrounds. The Orientation and Mobility Specialist will conduct assessments and provide training reflecting recent and progressive travel and orientation techniques and trends, focusing on student’s travel needs in the home, work, academic sites, and community.

The OMS must have the ability to assess and teach to differing skill levels, as well as to train on varied mobility devices and options such as: monocular, tints, GPS Apps, and use (i.e., Blind Square, Google Maps), Audible Pedestrian Signals and tactile maps (public streets, transit hubs, and public spaces and buildings). It is expected that all OMS’s provide instruction that takes into consideration understanding of student’s abilities and potential concomitant health conditions. Knowledge and understanding of primary eye conditions, including Cortical Visual Impairment is imperative. Knowledge of health associated with aging, head injury, diabetes and mental health and developmental disabilities is extremely helpful. Together the OMS and the student develop and revise goals to achieve the student’s intended mobility outcomes.

Flexibility and ‘thinking outside of the box’ are essential to this position. The philosophy of our trainers is that of facilitation of skills for independent (as defined with each student) travel. Our team also provides training with the student using a training shade where best applied for learning and instruction. The OMS must be able to work with and provide information and training to family and friends, community members, volunteers and service providers and effectively communicate and collaborate with referral agencies in providing services to shared students. The cross-cultural community of the LightHouse is increasing, and second language ability is preferred and cultural sensitivity to disability is integral to this position. The duties of the OMS may include (but are not limited to): conducting of assessments, writing individual training plans with the student, and facilitating individual and group instruction as needed. Additionally, the OMS may be requested to coordinate specific training projects with colleagues or represent the LightHouse in the community, this may be ongoing or short term. Orientation and mobility instruction may occur virtually (Zoom), on-site of LightHouse facilities, in the home, workplace, academic sites or the student’s community, including travel on all forms of San Francisco Bay Area-wide public transportation and Paratransit.

While most of the training occurs throughout the greater San Francisco Bay Area, the OMS must be open and flexible to working from all LightHouse locations and sometimes beyond, as needed for special projects. Additionally, the OMS must be able to balance their training schedule to accommodate week-long seminar training Enchanted Hills Camp and Retreat; immersive training in San Francisco with our Guide Dogs for the Blind collaboration (orientation skill development) or travel to locations outside the greater bay area overnight to accommodate training for students who live outside the area. Training may occur in either urban (all areas of a city) or rural settings. The OMS may also be asked to teach and assess for urgent and basic daily living skills. The OMS is a professional within the Lighthouse Training Team, sharing resources, recommendations, referrals, and skills with each other. All our training team practice hone their teaching skills under occlusion as needed, providing feedback, and discussing strategies for training.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assess individual needs of students and set goals for instruction.
  • Provide professionally written student assessments, goal development, and training summaries / recommendations, monthly to all third-party contracting sources (such as the Department of Rehabilitation, Veterans Administration, Regional Center, and other third-party vendors).
  • Maintain weekly and monthly database entries regarding units of service provided to students, along with notes, goal-planning and reports for all direct services provided.
  • Function as Agency liaison in traffic, community transportation services and auditory signal issues or projects as requested.
  • Provide cane travel, route travel with dog guide users & teams and human guide instruction.
  • Maintain updated information regarding Paratransit programs, providing registration assistance and training in the programs, as necessary.
  • Provide orientation and route training in all environments and on various forms of public transit.
  • Assess for and teach basic and essential independent living skills to blind and low-vision students such as labeling, money organization, use of an ATM, and home safety practices (5-minute lessons).
  • Provide training in a range of all indoor and out-of-door environments: all urban city environments, rural environments, professional and academic campuses and buildings, homes, skilled nursing facilities etc.
  • Facilitate or co-facilitate classes, including our Changing Visions, Changing Lives immersion and community workshops.
  • Conduct outreach, training and collaboration with local universities and school’s disabled student programs, in providing campus orientation.
  • Conduct student home safety assessments and community agency environmental evaluations.
  • Provide consultation and/or training to staff in community agencies regarding environmental modifications and strategies in collaborating with persons who are blind or low vision.
  • Attend and participate in All-Staff meetings, monthly Consumer Review, and departmental meetings (Training Services).
  • Timely completion of requisite documentation, billing, reports etc. in a timely manner (monthly). All completed in Salesforce Database.
  • Participate in Agency public outreach and education as requested.
  • Maintain timely communication and responses to students (within 48 hours of referral).
  • Maintain professional communication via e-mail and voice mail on a timely and ongoing basis.
  • Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility

Supervise and provide instruction to Orientation and Mobility Interns as requested. (Must have MA/ACVREP Certification plus three years’ experience for Intern supervision.)

Physical Requirements

Physical stamina and the ability to work indoors and outdoors and walk up to 7 hours at a time (all terrains including stairs). Ability to work during inclement weather. Requires the ability to lift 25 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis with the assistance of another person as needed. 

Qualifications:

Education or equivalent:  Master’s degree or BA in Orientation and Mobility or MA/BA with National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC) from the National Blindness Professional Certification Board (NBPCB). If COMS, then Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) preferred (needed to work with VA).

Experience:  A minimum of two years teaching Orientation and Mobility preferred. A history of teaching basic independent living skills (home-to-work skills) with adults and/ or seniors necessary.

Other: Fluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in Spanish, Cantonese, ASL or Russian preferred. Multicultural teaching experience preferred; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills to relate to staff, blind and visually impaired students, and persons in the community with varied backgrounds and viewpoints. Strong user of Smart Phone/Tablets, Microsoft Office Programs and databases and virtual platform(s) (Zoom), essential. Ability to travel throughout the LightHouse service area (private vehicle or public transit). Current CPR and First Aid certification required.

An ability to formulate individual, sequential training plans. Knowledge of Smart Phone accessibility related to O&M and Braille/tactile mapping experience desired.

Application Process:

Please send a cover letter and résumé as Word attachments (no PDFs please), to [email protected], including the job title in the subject line. We will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online profiles. Due to time constraints, we will only respond to complete submissions in which there is serious interest. Thank you for your understanding.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Janitorial Assistant

Job Location: San Francisco, CA

 

About the Office:

LightHouse has an audacious mission – to transform the lives of the 40,000 blind people in the greater Bay Area and beyond. We do this through tech design, disability advocacy, consultation, classes and community formation in San Francisco, our four satellite offices and Enchanted Hills Camp in Napa. We are a fun, fascinating, widely diverse, warm and friendly community. We work in downtown San Francisco in a 40,000 square foot state-of-the-art workspace renowned for its universal design, steps from Civic Center BART. LightHouse is working for nothing less than to change the future for blind people and the wider community.

Within a five-minute walk are the world headquarters for Twitter, Uber, Dolby, Zendesk and many other tech giants. Within three blocks are all of the principal building for Northern California’s federal, state and local government. Also in our neighborhood are many theaters, San Francisco Symphony and Opera, the Asian Art Museum and dozens of other key cultural anchors of the entire Bay Area.

The successful candidate will join a unique organization in which blind and sighted professionals work together at every level. Our governing Board of Directors, management and staff are all composed of roughly equal numbers of blind and sighted people, a parity unprecedented in our field.

Founded in 1902, LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired provides skills, resources and community for the advancement of all individuals who are blind or have low vision. Our innovative programs have been featured in 60 Minutes, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal and beyond. The blind community comes to LightHouse to learn how to travel independently with a white cane, to rejoin the workforce, use accessible technology, and meet a community of mentors and peers. From unique tactile maps, to an unparalleled camp for blind campers, to a world prize for blind ambition, LightHouse offers programs unavailable elsewhere.

Job Description:

Janitorial Associate provides custodial operations on floors 9-11 of the LightHouse Building, as well as the common building areas.  In addition, this position provides support to the Facilities and Events departments.  The Janitorial Associate will assist with the configuration and tear-down of rental spaces; maintain student residences; report safety concerns; maintain a clean and orderly general office space; and assist special janitorial projects (such as carpet cleaning and stair maintenance).

The main work site for this position is at the LightHouse Building in San Francisco, but may collaborate on janitorial concerns and the use of satellite space for other locations as needed per Manager’s request.

Job Responsibilities:

  • To be in compliance with all safety and security policies and procedures.
  • Provide support for all company events relating to janitorial, landscaping, event set up, etc.
  • The ability to provide pest control and extermination for all sites, exterior sweeping, and power washing maintenance to ensure proper upkeep of assets.
  • Maintain drinking water stations.
  • Empty trash and cleaning trash areas
  • Vacuuming
  • Cleaning spills
  • Sweeping and Mopping
  • Cleaning windows
  • Cleaning beds and bathrooms

Qualifications:

Education or equivalent: A high school diploma or comparable experience.

Salary:

The LightHouse offers a rich package of benefits, including medical, vision and dental insurance. Employees are eligible for an employer-matched 401(k) plan and subsidized health club membership, among many other perks.

Salary dependent on experience; industry competitive.

Application Process:

After reviewing the complete job description, please submit an application online via our website at https://lighthouse-sf.org/about/careers/ as well as a cover letter and résumé as word processing document attachments (no PDFs please), to [email protected], including the job title in the subject line. We will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online profiles. Due to time constraints, we will only respond to complete submissions. Thanks for your understanding.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Production and Warehouse Assistant

Job Location: San Leandro, CA

 

About the Office:

The LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, headquartered in downtown San Francisco, is looking for Production Assistants to assist with production, warehousing and shipping of product at our Lighthouse Industries location currently in San Leandro. This position will be moving to Alameda later this year to our new factory location.

Job Description:

This position is designated to provide work experience for an individual who is blind or visually impaired.

The Production Assistant is responsible to check product, tape full boxes and then place those boxes on a pallet. The assistant will stretch wrap the pallet when it becomes full. The Warehouse Assistant will then proceed to pull, pack and fill product and work on a production line.

Job Responsibilities:

  • The assistant will check their supplies, making sure that they have enough for the day
  • The Production Assistant will report any out of spec. or suspected out of spec conditions to the Machine Operator at once
  • The person in this role will work on production lines filling, packing and shipping
  • The assistant will sort and pack boxes
  • The assistant will make boxes
  • The Production Assistant, upon filling a box, will remove it and put an empty box in its place
  • The assistant will perform cycle counts
  • The assistant will sweep, clean, and perform housekeeping when there is down time
  • The person in this role will rework product
  • The Production Assistant will neatly stack the full carton onto the pallet
  • Using a hand jack, the assistant will remove the completed full pallet and put it in the designated area for stretch wrapping
  • After the pallet is removed for stretch wrapping, the assistant will place a new pallet down for the next products
  • The assistant will stretch wrap the full pallet to be warehoused
  • The person in this role will keep the area neat and tidy. The assistant will empty the trash daily
  • The Production Assistant should let their supervisor know when their task has been completed
  • The assistant should exercise caution around machines and when the forklift is operating in the area
  • The Production Assistant should report all accidents or safety concerns to their supervisor at once
  • The assistant should never perform a task if they feel it is unsafe until they talk to a supervisor
  • The assistant will lift or carry 60 lbs. throughout the day
  • The assistant will also stand for long periods and climb up and down ladders
  • The Production Assistant is expected to complete any other duties as assigned by their supervisor

Other Duties:

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Production Assistant will also stand for long periods and climb up and down ladders throughout the day. The Production Assistant is expected to complete any other duties as assigned by their supervisor

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

Salary:

The LightHouse offers a rich package of benefits, including medical, vision and dental insurance. Employees are eligible for an employer-matched 401(k) plan and subsidized health club membership, among many other perks.

Salary dependent on experience; industry competitive.

Application Process:

After reviewing the complete job description, please apply by going to our website at https://lighthouse-sf.org/about/careers/.

Please complete the application there as well as a cover letter and résumé as word processing document attachments (no PDFs please).

Please submit to [email protected], including the job title in the subject line. We will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online profiles. Due to time constraints we will only respond to complete submissions. Thanks for your understanding.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1

Assembler/Packers

Job Location: Corpus Christi, TX

 

Job Description:

Works as part of a team having responsibility for assembling an entire product or component of a product.  Perform all tasks conducted by the team in the assembly process and rotate through all or most product lines and tasks rather than being assigned to a specific task on a regular basis.

Qualifications:

  • Preference given to legally blind candidates
  • Ability to perform hand assembly tasks
  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time (8 – 10 hours/day)
  • Must be able to lift 20-30 lbs.
  • Must work as a team and work well with others

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Machine Operator I

Job Location: Corpus Christi, TX

 

Job Description:

Operates assigned machines (of MO-I class); rotates (floats) through assigned product lines (on regular basis) performing tasks of either machine operator I or assembler/packer (as assigned).

Qualifications:

  • Preference given to legally blind applicants
  • Ability to perform hand assembly tasks
  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time (8 – 10 hours/day)
  • Must be able to lift 15 lbs.
  • Must work as a team and work well with others

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Accounting Specialist II, Accounts Payable

Job Location: Corpus Christi, TX

 

Job Description:

Under the direct supervision of the Accounts Payable Coordinator who performs a variety of accounting and administrative duties as assigned accounts. 

Qualifications:

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • At least 1-2 years’ experience working in accounting/finance, including experience with debits and credits, analyzing and reconciling all assigned accounts into the general ledger and sub-ledger
  • Associate’s degree in accounting or finance is preferred
  • Must be proficient using MS Office, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook
  • Must have excellent customer service, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Lift up to 10 pounds

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Assembler/Packers

Job Location: Victoria, TX

 

Job Description:

Works as part of a team having responsibility for assembling an entire product or component of a product.  Perform all tasks conducted by the team in the assembly process and rotate through all or most product lines and tasks rather than being assigned to a specific task on a regular basis.

Qualifications:

  • Preference given to legally blind candidates
  • Ability to perform hand assembly tasks
  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time (8 – 10 hours/day)
  • Must be able to lift 20-30 lbs.
  • Must work as a team and work well with others

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Sales Associate I

Job Location: Pearl City, HI

 

Job Description:

Under close supervision, performs general retail sales support and customer service duties.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Requires good people skills. 
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Customer Service Representative

Job Location: Pearl City, HI

 

Job Description:

Provide customer service support to all customers with focus on Hawaii customers by continually processing customer orders and payments, processing returns and credits, and responding to customer inquiries.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma required with computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
  • Prior customer service experience in an Ecommerce environment preferred
  • Professional telephone and office etiquette

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Data Entry Clerk

Job Location: Whiteman AFB, MO

 

Job Description:

Under direct supervision of Branch Manager, performs customer service functions, data entry, and good communication and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. We’re looking for a long-term employee who wants to grow within our business.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Organization skills and attention to detail
  • Basic understanding of databases

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Sales Associate I

Job Location: Meridian NAS, MS

 

Job Description:

Under close supervision, performs general retail sales support and customer service duties.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Requires good people skills. 
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Sales Associate II

Job Location: Meridian NAS, MS

 

Job Description:

Under general supervision, performs retail sales support duties including customer service, delivers company products to customers as needed, inventory control, ordering, product identification, shipping/receiving, and clerical functions in support of daily operations.

Qualifications:

  • Requires high school diploma or GED.
  • Basic knowledge of JWOD Program and Federal Supply Schedule.
  • Requires good people skills. 
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). 
  • Proficiency using computer/Window applications.
  • Two years’ experience with Point-of-Sale system in a retail environment preferred.
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • Current state driver’s license and proof of insurability

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Sales Associate I

Job Location: Travis AFB, CA

 

Job Description:

Under close supervision, performs general retail sales support and customer service duties.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Requires good people skills. 
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
  • Understand basic shelf label/stocking principals and Plan-O-Gram implementation.
  • At least 2 years of retail experience is required.

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Sales Associate II

Job Location: Travis AFB, CA

 

Job Description:

Process customer sales transactions, assist customers with product location, straighten, face and dust item shelves. Manage merchandise shelf labels. Setup product displays and Plan-o-grams.

Qualifications:

  • Must be energetic and have excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Have basic product knowledge and help customers make selections, understand basic principles of cross selling and up selling techniques.
  • Trainable in the Point of Sale (POS) system.
  • Understand basic shelf label/stocking principles and Plan-o- gram implementation.
  • At least 2 years of retail experience is required.

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Sales Associate I

Job Location: Sierra Army Depot, CA

 

Job Description:

Under close supervision, performs general retail sales support and customer service duties.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Requires good people skills. 
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several