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Summary
The Department of Justice offers a broad range of opportunities for experienced attorneys to work on many significant and complex issues that face our nation. Our lawyers work in virtually every area of legal practice.
The effectiveness of the Department's law enforcement and other legal responsibilities depends upon the continued recruitment and hiring of excellent and diverse legal talent. We recognize the need for attorneys of varied backgrounds and skills, and offer an inclusive environment that relies on diverse perspectives to ensure that we effectively serve the American people.
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Overview
- Reviewing applications
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Open & closing dates
09/11/2013 to 09/30/2017
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Salary
$50,287 - $129,517 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 11 - 15
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Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
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Travel Required
Not required
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Multiple Appointment Types
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Work schedule
Full-time - Full Time
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Service
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Promotion potential
15
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Announcement number
OARMAV1
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Control number
302858300
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Duties
The effectiveness of the Department's law enforcement and other legal responsibilities depends upon the continued recruitment and hiring of excellent and diverse legal talent. We recognize the need for attorneys of varied backgrounds and skills, and offer an inclusive environment that relies on diverse perspectives to ensure that we effectively serve the American people.
Experienced attorney hiring is decentralized and each office, including the United States Attorneys' Offices, conducts its own recruitment for experienced attorneys. Attorney applicants must apply separately to specific vacancy announcements listed on the Department's web page at http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies. For more information about working at the Department and about a particular organization within the Department, please consult the Legal Careers web page at http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies.
The Department of Justice is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, to ensure that persons with disabilities have equal opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit.
If you are applying for a position within Justice and meet the eligibility requirements for persons with targeted disabilities under 5 C.F.R. 213.3102(u), commonly referred to as Schedule A, you may apply to an advertised position through the normal channels, or you may also contact the Disability Point of Contact (DPOC) http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/disability-poc.html for component or office in which you have an interest for additional assistance.
Who May Apply
This job is open to…
All groups of qualified individuals
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/opportunities-experienced-attorneys
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Please review the information listed in each vacancy announcement. The list of attorney vacancies is available at, http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
Qualifications
Given the scope of Justice's legal practice (see component practice areas at http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies ) the needs of each organization and section are defined by its respective mission, areas of practice, and the specific skills needed at the time of the vacancy. Generally, as the "Nation's Litigator," Justice seeks attorneys with some litigation experience; however, opportunities also exist for attorneys with other types of experience, such as legislative review, policy formulation, and legal advising.
To review the specific requirements, please review the vacancy announcements listed on the Department's web page, http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
To review the specific requirements, please review the vacancy announcements listed on the Department's web page, http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Any attorney who is an active member of the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction and has at least one year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience is eligible to apply for any experienced attorney position.
Please review the information listed in each vacancy announcement. The list of attorney vacancies is available at, [http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvancies.html
Education
EDUCATION:
Any attorney who is an active member of the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction and has at least one year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience is eligible to apply for any experienced attorney position.
Additional information
Some attorney positions, including, Assistant U.S. Attorneys, use the AD pay plan. Salary range above does not include locality pay.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Please see the Department's web page at http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Please review the information listed in each vacancy announcement. The list of attorney vacancies is available at, http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Please see the Department's web page at http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Please review the information listed in each vacancy announcement. The list of attorney vacancies is available at,http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
PLEASE APPLY BY FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS LISTED AT http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
Agency contact information
Ofc. of Attorney Recruitment & Mgmt.
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Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management
450 Fifth Street, NW, Rm 10200a
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20530-0001
US
Next steps
Applicants will be notified if they are selected for an interview.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
Please review the information listed in each vacancy announcement. The list of attorney vacancies is available at,http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
PLEASE APPLY BY FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS LISTED AT http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies
Agency contact information
Ofc. of Attorney Recruitment & Mgmt.
- Address
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Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management
450 Fifth Street, NW, Rm 10200a
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20530-0001
US
Next steps
Applicants will be notified if they are selected for an interview.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Agency contact information
Ofc. of Attorney Recruitment & Mgmt.
- Address
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Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management
450 Fifth Street, NW, Rm 10200a
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20530-0001
US