ACB Job Connection | American Council of the Blind

Updated 5/2/2025

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.

Senior Systems Analyst, Herndon, VA
Software Engineer (Full-Stack), Herndon, VA
Assistant United States Attorney, Sacramento, CA
Assistant United States Attorney, Fresno, CA
Fall College Interns, Abilene, TX
Fall Law Interns, Dallas, TX
Assistant United States Attorney, San Diego, CA
Assistant United States Attorney, Imperial, CA
Special Assistant United States Attorney, San Francisco, CA
Special Assistant United States Attorney, Oakland, CA
Special Assistant United States Attorney, San Jose, CA
Law Student Volunteer, Fall, Des Moines, IA
AER OSAC Members, Remote
Law Student Volunteer Intern, Fall 2025, Raleigh, NC
Assistant United States Attorney, Alpine, TX
Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal), Austin, TX
Volunteer Law Intern, Hammond, IN
Computer Engineer/Electronic Engineer, Washington, DC
Volunteer Law Clerk, Fall 2025, Tallahassee, FL
Assembler/Packers, Corpus Christi, TX
Sewing Machine Operators, Corpus Christi, TX
Assembler/Packers, Victoria, TX
Quality Technician, Victoria, TX
COCESS Data Entry Clerk, Altus AFB, OK
Sales Associate I, Meridian NAS, MS
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Senior Systems Analyst

Job Location: Herndon, VA*

*Herndon preferred, or remote from one of the states where we are set up (Refer to our HR Policies Page, located on our Careers site at https://www.studentclearinghouse.org/careers/human-resource-policies/, for more details.)

About the Office:

Job Description:

Are you passionate about writing great requirements that help develop transformative and innovative IT solutions?

Do you have experience in collaborating with business partners and IT development teams in an Agile environment to deliver complex software applications? If so then the Senior Specialist, Systems Analysis (a.k.a. Senior Systems Analyst) is the right role for you!

The Senior Specialist, Systems Analysis is a crucial role in fostering the strategic partnership between various application development teams and the business. In this role you will be responsible for developing requirements and related business rules for existing and new software solutions that are being strategized by the Clearinghouse business and technology teams. As a subject matter expert for multiple enterprise applications and services and you will work closely with business partners and other subject matter experts in the definition, development, testing, training, implementation, and support of functional requirements. Our solution delivery follows the Agile SCRUM process and SDLC prescribed by the Clearinghouse technology team.

In addition, you will provide cross organizational support as needed, run multiple projects at once, and use creative and innovative methods for analysis, design, documentation, and process improvements. In this role, you’ll leverage your knowledge and understanding of multi-tiered system design, application integration and document integration points and dependencies with other systems. Using your understanding of the functionality of existing applications you will also help the Clearinghouse with platform modernization effort by effectively documenting system requirements and interface specifications for the application development teams.

Currently, this is a remote-first position, and this position may be required to periodically work on-site at our office and the frequency would depend on the department/division's requirements. Therefore, candidates must either reside within a reasonable distance to commute to our office or be willing to travel to our office in Herndon, when required.

How You Contribute:

Contribute to the successful on time, on budget and in scope delivery of business and technology initiatives.
Accurately represent the needs of the business owner(s) to the software IT development team and vice versa.
Lead grooming meetings to solicit, review, document, and refine requirements via interviews, workshops, group meetings, and/or existing systems documentation or procedures with product owners, business stakeholders and IT.
Understand and effectively communicate to project teams and business owners all the data elements utilized by the service.
Work with business owners and application development teams to drive consensus across multiple stakeholders.
Serve as the IT Subject Matter Expert for enterprise applications and services managed by Common Services.
Accountable for presenting timely, accurate project and product information to all levels of stakeholders at the Clearinghouse including but not limited to Executives, Senior Managers, the IT Division, and applicable operational staff.
Derive business requirements and system requirements from use cases in an agile environment.
Create, revise, validate, and maintain business flow maps, business requirements, business rules, user stories, user flows, and acceptance criteria.
Define user personas and develop user stories, use cases with actors and interactions, wireframes, sequence diagrams, and data flow diagrams.
Produce “as-is” and “to-be” process flow diagrams.
Define conceptual technical and/or non-functional requirement documents to translate business requirements into technical information that developers can use.
Document and maintain traceability of requirements and system requirements for enterprise applications interface specifications for enterprise services managed by Common Services.
Conduct training sessions with internal business user before product release/launch
Analyze the impact of new business requirements, technology changes on the current applications from both a business and technical perspective.
Read and write SQL code and perform complex data analysis tasks.
Work with users and Testers to lead the development of test cases based on documented requirements and perform user acceptance testing during sprints and as part of formal testing activities.
Collaborate with developers, testers, and business analysts to identify all cross-system interfaces, dependencies and requirements.
Participate in daily stand-up meetings with technology and other business partners to facilitate the understanding, clarification, and implementation of requirements in an Agile development environment.
Manages and prioritizes two sprint worth of backlog for application development team by conducting backlog refinement sessions with various business and IT stakeholders
Maintain the sprint backlog quality with accurate story description and acceptance criteria.
Demonstrate NSC’s competencies, which align with our corporate values.
- Core Competencies include: Customer Focus, Optimizes Work Processes, Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, and Be Open and Authentic
- Manager will provide more detail to candidates as needed.

Position may be required to perform other duties as required. These essential functions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Qualifications:

What You Bring to the Table:

Bachelor’s degree in IT, business, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience, including through military service, will also be considered.
5 - 8 years of overall experience within the IT field with at least 5 years of experience soliciting and defining requirements for mission critical business applications across technology.
Experience:
- With developing requirements and delivering multiple digital products from conception to launch.
- Collaborating with cross functional project teams, working directly with stakeholders and translating their needs into solutions that address those needs.
- Working on complex technology projects and transformation initiatives.
- Articulating system requirements using system context diagrams, process flow and architecture diagrams.
- Prototyping and wireframe techniques for use case analysis.
- Analyzing data for composing targeted and concise reports.
- Embedding quality controls in work processes to assure uninterrupted operation.
Ability to refine system requirements and perform feasibility assessments.
Demonstrated proficiency:
- Working with Agile principles and processes, and merit-based feature evaluations that drive prioritization and decision making.
- Communicating effectively and confidently with internal stakeholders from all levels of the organization, and external stakeholders to represent the team, department, and company.
- Managing and prioritizing requirements for multiple projects to ensure successful, timely completion and issue resolution.
- Working with Microsoft Office Suite and other collaboration tools.
Excellent critical thinking skills and solution oriented.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; effective presentation skills.
Must live within a commutable distance to Herndon, VA or in one of the Clearinghouse's approved States for hiring purposes. Refer to our HR Policies Page, located on our Careers site at https://www.studentclearinghouse.org/careers/human-resource-policies/, for more details.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We do not intend to sponsor external applicants for work visas, and may consider sponsorship only if no qualified candidates can be found who are authorized to work without sponsorship.
Must be at least 18 years old.

Additional Desired Requirements:

Experience in moving in-house applications to cloud architecture preferably AWS.
Experience with Agile/SCRUM management tools (Rally, Jira, Confluence).
Certification: Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), or an equivalent certification.

Physical Demands:

Use of a computer for 8 or more hours a day.
Use of a copy machine and telephone.
Frequently required to sit for 7 or more hours per day in close proximity to others in an open office environment.
Occasionally required to use hands and fingers to operate, handle, and reach.
Vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary:

We reasonably believe that the salary range for this position is between $120,000 and $150,000.

Travel:

Application Process:

Apply ASAP online at https://studentclearinghouse.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/9e26319d-d4ac-1cfc-b5a3-92c19b5ad4c4/apply?source=3359510-CS-59403.

Application Deadline: This job announcement was reposted to the National Student Clearinghouse’s Careers site at www.studentclearinghouse.org/careers on 4.24.2025, and the online application period will be open for at least 3 days. A completed online application is required to be considered for this opportunity.

Relocation Expenses:

N/A

Number of Positions Available:

Software Engineer (Full-Stack)

Job Location: Herndon, VA*

About the Office:

We are seeking a Java full-stack developer that is willing and able to learn other technologies, new, existing, and old. Then apply this desire and experience in a large data centric environment to support our mission and vision. In this role, you conduct analysis, design, development, testing, and debugging of Clearinghouse database-driven application programs. You will assist the development team in providing comprehensive support for existing and new applications, and offer expertise regarding methods, standards and technical considerations for software applications.

The Clearinghouse is planning on modernizing its application portfolio to be hosted in a hybrid cloud environment from its current on-premise environment. This modernization effort will also include migrating to an open source technology stack. This position works in an Agile/Scrum environment where the focus is on the teamwork and ownership of each project. The ideal incumbent has a drive for learning new things and is passionate about engineering end-to-end technical solutions. A commitment to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and product quality are essential.

Job Description:

How You Contribute:

Demonstrate NSC’s competencies, which align with our corporate values. Manager will provide more detail to candidates as needed.
- Core Competencies include: Customer Focus, Optimizes Work Processes, Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, and Be Open and Authentic.

Customer Focus:

Analyze, design, develop, test, and debug web and/or cloud based multi-tier database-driven Java applications and components to support business requirements. Testing is inclusive of automated testing as part of an automated test suite which has been adopted by the development team.
Support production issues as required.
Diagnose problems, troubleshoot, and develop technical solutions.
Create and maintain technical and knowledgebase documentation.
Solve problems independently with minimal technical or managerial guidance.

Optimizes Work Processes:

Develop code that conforms to defensive coding practices that supports the OWASP Top 10 and is evaluated for security (e.g., cross site scripting, SQL injection) and improper coding practices by tools such as BURP Suite, JaCoCo, SonarQube and Fortify.
Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
Develop and optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability. Applications may have performance SLAs that must be met.
Participate in the creation and maintenance of technical and knowledgebase documentation.

Collaborates:

Collaborate with project team members to deliver technical solutions.

Communicates Effectively:

Communicate clearly and effectively across IT, business process owners, and customers.
Communicate progress and challenges to management.

Be Open and Authentic:

Demonstrate openness to new perspectives and ideas.
Build trust with internal and external stakeholders by demonstrating consistency between words and actions.

Qualifications:

What You Bring to the Table:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. A combination of education and experience, including through military service, will also be considered.
Proficiency with a combination of the following (typically acquired by 4-7 years of experience):
- Strong Java programming and/or legacy programming language, hands-on professional software development, hands-on SQL, and experience with building end-to-end solutions with front-end frameworks and integration with backend data services using API Web/REST Services.
- Demonstrated experience with Spring Boot and Spring framework.
- Experience building Web Service application development, Cloud native application development, MVC Frameworks and/or multi-tier architectures.
- Experience working in large data centric application environment and detailed understanding of business tier modeling, data flows, data architecture and real-time/batch-based processing.
- Experience developing cloud-based applications using open-source technology, containers, and microservices.
- Experience with AWS services EC2, S3, CloudFront, API Gateway, Lambda, RDS, Postgres, IAM Roles and Policies, CloudFormation Templates, Terraform, Kubernetes etc.
- Experience with building component-based Single-Page Application (SPA) using Angular with Typescript or similar JavaScript frameworks.
- Experience with frontend technologies like Angular and associated unit testing frameworks like Jasmine, KARMA and others.
- Experience with CI/CD tools like Gitlab and DevSecOps practices and tools.
- Agile/Scrum procedures and processes.
- Analyzing, troubleshooting, and debugging issues in a Production environment.
Certification as an AWS Developer/AWS Solutions Architect preferred.
Experience with accessibility and/or section 508 or WCAG 2.0 AA compliance.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, and Interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of working effectively both in a team environment and independently.
Demonstrates the Clearinghouse’s core competencies: customer focus, optimizes work processes, communicates effectively, collaborates, and is open and authentic.
Must live within a commutable distance to Herndon, VA or in one of the Clearinghouse's approved States for hiring purposes. Refer to our HR Policies Page, located on our Careers site at https://www.studentclearinghouse.org/careers/human-resource-policies/, for more details.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We do not intend to sponsor external applicants for work visas, and may consider sponsorship only if no qualified candidates can be found who are authorized to work without sponsorship.
Must be at least 18 years old.

Physical Demands:

Use of a computer for 8 or more hours a day.
Use of a copy machine and telephone.
Frequently required to sit for 7 or more hours per day in close proximity to others in an open office environment.
Occasionally required to use hands and fingers to operate, handle, and reach.
Vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Travel via car, train and airplane when needed.
Occasional overtime and work on weekends may be necessary to support production deployment.

Salary:

We reasonably believe that the salary range for this position is between $115,000 and $140,000.

Travel:

Travel via car, train and airplane when needed. Currently, this is a remote-first position, and this position may be required to periodically work on-site at our office and the frequency would depend on the department/division's requirements. Therefore, candidates must either reside within a reasonable distance to commute to our office or be willing to travel to our office in Herndon, when required.

Application Process:

Apply ASAP online at https://studentclearinghouse.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/72653af7-a7c0-f7ae-e06b-ffa6f1425dfa/apply?source=3335614-CS-59403.

Application Deadline: This job announcement was posted to the National Student Clearinghouse’s Careers site at www.studentclearinghouse.org/careers on 2/26/2025 and the online application period will be open for at least 3 days. A completed online application is required to be considered for this opportunity.

Relocation Expenses:

N/A

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal Division)

Job Location: Sacramento, CA

About the Office:

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

Job Description:

The United States Attorney is seeking experienced attorneys to serve as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Criminal Division of the Sacramento Office. The Sacramento office has six criminal units: White Collar Crime, Special Prosecution, Transnational Organized Crime, Violent Crime & Firearms Trafficking, National Security, and the Training Unit. Typically, vacancies in the National Security Unit are filled by experienced AUSAs; new AUSAs who are not coming directly from another U.S. Attorney's Office of U.S. Department of Justice litigating component begin in the Training Unit with the goal of being placed in one of the remaining units. Your application will be considered for all AUSA vacancies in the Sacramento Criminal Division, but you may indicate a preference in your cover letter. Depending on unit assignment, the Assistant U.S. Attorney will be responsible for handling a variety of criminal cases including complex white collar, child exploitation, and narcotics and violent crimes.

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

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

Required Qualifications:

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

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Ideal qualifications include at least three to five years of experience litigating cases with substantial responsibility for all aspects of discovery, trial, and appeals. 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, paralegals, support staff and client agencies. Applicants must have a demonstrated capacity to function in a highly demanding environment.

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

The ideal candidate will have some experience working with multi-agency task forces; will have experience and familiarity with federal grand jury practice; will have experience with the use of a multitude of investigatory techniques, including electronic surveillance, tracking devices, search warrants, telephone toll record analysis and asset seizure and forfeiture; and will demonstrate the ability to handle complex cases from the initial investigative stage through trial.

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

Salary:

$81,960 - $192,307 per year

Travel:

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

Application Process:

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).
Required - Cover letter.
Required - Writing sample.
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.

Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities:

The Department encourages qualified applicants with disabilities, including individuals with targeted/severe disabilities to apply in response to posted vacancy announcements. Qualified applicants with targeted/severe disabilities may be eligible for direct hire, non-competitive appointment under Schedule A (5 C.F.R. § 213.3102(u)) hiring authority. Individuals with targeted/severe disabilities are encouraged to contact one of the Department's Disability Points of Contact (DPOC) to express an interest in being considered for a position. See list of DPOCs.

Suitability and Citizenship:

It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment. Employment is also contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation. Congress generally prohibits agencies from employing non-citizens within the United States, except for a few narrow exceptions as set forth in the annual Appropriations Act (see, https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/non-citizens/). Pursuant to DOJ component policies, only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review, U.S. Trustee's Offices, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, qualifying non-U.S. citizens meeting immigration and appropriations law criteria may apply for employment with other DOJ organizations. However, please be advised that the appointment of non-U.S. citizens is extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All DOJ employees are subject to a residency requirement. Candidates who have lived outside the United States for two or more of the past five years will likely have difficulty being approved for appointments by the Department Security Staff. The two-year period is cumulative, not necessarily consecutive. Federal or military employees, or dependents of federal or military employees serving overseas, are excepted from this requirement.

Current or Former Political Appointees:

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office by providing a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

How to Apply

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 PM (ET) on 05/09/2025 to receive consideration.

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 Eastern District of California at (916) 554-2827 or email at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

Application Deadline:

May 9, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)

Job Location: Fresno, CA

About the Office:

Job Description:

The United States Attorney is seeking experienced attorneys to serve as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Criminal Division of the Fresno Office. The Fresno office has two criminal units: the White Collar Crime Unit and the Narcotics and Violent Crime Unit. Your application will be considered for vacancies in both units, but you may indicate a preference in your cover letter. Depending on unit assignment, the Assistant U.S. Attorney will be responsible for handling a variety of criminal cases including complex white collar, economic, narcotics and violent crimes.

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

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

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.

United States citizenship is required.

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

Salary:

$74,311 - $174,360 per year

Travel:

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

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Veterans' Preference:

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they 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. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, 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 nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

Reasonable Accommodations:

This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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).
Required - Cover letter.
Required - Writing sample.
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.

Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities:

Suitability and Citizenship:

Current or Former Political Appointees:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

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 PM (ET) on 05/09/2025 to receive consideration.

Application Deadline:

May 9, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Few

Fall College Interns

Job Location: Abilene, TX

About the Office:

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao.

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

Job Description:

If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for administrative support assistance. Typical work assignments will include clerical tasks as specifically assigned by supervisor or office staff member.

Operates copying machine. Displays working familiarity with essential machine features to ensure the required number of copies are produced in the proper format. Collates and staples material as necessary.
Closing case files and electronic discovery
Makes recurring and special messenger trips as necessary.
Sorts and arranges material for filing and files material in alphabetical, numerical or chronological order.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
You must meet half-time student enrollment requirements.
You must submit a transcript or proof of enrollment with your application.
You must be at least 16 years of age or older.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Enrollment MUST be in an accredited technical or vocational school, two-year or four-year college or university, graduate/professional school, or certificate program equivalent to at least 1 academic year of full-time study.

The Northern District of Texas Branch offices are currently looking for college students to serve as interns for the Fall of 2025 in the Criminal and Civil Divisions of the Fort Worth and Abilene Office.

Only current college students may apply, therefore if you are set to graduate in May 2024, you will not qualify. Strong academic background, excellent research and writing skills, an eye for detail, and a commitment to fairness and integrity supporting the administration of justice.

You must meet all Conditions of Employment upon the closing date of this announcement.

Applications will only be accepted until May 9th, 2025.

Education

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at an institution that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov.

Foreign Education Note:

You may use foreign education to meet qualification requirements if you send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency in with your transcript. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

Not required

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to evaluate how well you meet the qualifications above. Once your completed application package is received, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the program requirements. Eligible candidates will be referred to the selecting officials for further consideration and possible interview. The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 5 minutes to complete.

Go to OPM Website for the definition of each competency.

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 10 minutes to complete.

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 (for full consideration you must include month/day/year) of employment and work schedule for each (e.g., part-time XX hours per week or full-time). Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. (cover letter optional)
Required: Current Unofficial transcript or proof of current enrollment, e.g., recent letter from the registrar's office. (Note: If you are selected for this position, an official transcript will be required prior to your first day.)
Required, if applicable: Veterans' Preference documentation. (See also required Veterans' Preference Documentation below.) Please note, if you are entitled to Veterans' Preference, you must indicate the type of preference you are claiming by checking the appropriate box in the assessment questionnaire to indicate your preference and submit the required documentation as specified below.

Required Veterans' Preference Documentation:
-In order to verify your Veterans' Preference entitlement, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); or if you are a current Active Duty member you must submit a certification on appropriate military branch letterhead that indicates: 1) your service dates, 2) expected discharge or release date from active duty with a release/discharge date no later than 120 days from the closing date of this announcement, and 3) the character of service (e.g., Honorable); In addition, if you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower if a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the parent of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference," dated October 2013 and the required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.

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.

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 PM (ET) on 05/09/2025 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 is submitted prior to the closing date.)
3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, http://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.

To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12727373

You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. If you are unable to apply online, contact Alex Lewis at 817-252-5428 or [email protected] as soon as possible to arrange an alternative application process.

Application Deadline:

May 9, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1 in Abilene; 2 in Fort Worth

Fall Law Interns

Job Location: Dallas, TX

About the Office:

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

Positions will be located in the Dallas, TX and Ft. Worth, TX. The number of available positions varies per office.

This and other vacancy announcements can be found at https://www.justice.gov/ under employment- legal careers.

Job Description:

The Northern District of Texas is offering internship opportunities in its Dallas and Fort Worth offices for the 2025 Fall Semester for current students pursuing a Juris Doctor Degree and have completed either their first or second year of law school (will be a second- or third-year law student in Fall 2025). Selected candidates will be assigned work from the criminal, appellate, and civil divisions. Our goal is to introduce law students to the federal system and litigation involving the United States. We strive to assist students in developing their legal research and writing skills. Students will perform legal research and writing; draft various pleadings, motions, briefs, and other documents; and assist with witness preparation, depositions, and hearings or trials. Students will also be provided with several opportunities to meet members of the judiciary, representatives of various federal agencies, and to participate in substantive programs to familiarize them with the federal legal system. The Criminal Division may give students an opportunity to work on a wide variety of practice areas, including narcotics, public corruption, healthcare fraud, cybercrimes, terrorism, and other federal crimes. Within the Civil Division, students may work in a wide variety of defensive and affirmative litigation, including employment discrimination, medical malpractice, general torts, constitutional torts, immigration, prisoner litigation, commercial, financial, and civil fraud.

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

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

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
You must meet half-time student enrollment requirements.
You must submit a transcript or proof of enrollment with your application.
You must be at least 16 years of age or older.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Qualifications

To be eligible for this internship ALL of the following requirements must be met:

Student Status: You must be considered in good academic standings by the school and be a second- or third-year Law Student in Fall 2025.
Grade Point Average: You must have at least a 2.5 GPA.
Citizenship: Student Interns must be United States citizens or owe permanent allegiance to the United States. (Currently, natives of American Samoa, Swains Island and certain inhabitants of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands are the only groups that owe permanent allegiance to the United States.)
Volunteer Agreement: All interns are required to sign the Participant Agreement.
Qualification requirements as outlined below.
Background Investigation: You must successfully complete a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.

Applicants need to be current 1st year (1L) and 2nd year (2L) law students, who will be 2L or 3L students during the fall semester to serve as interns for the 2025 fall semester in the Dallas and Fort Worth offices.

There is a required background check because of the sensitive nature of the work performed by our office. The U.S. Attorney's office is a Drug Free workplace and a drug test will be conducted during the background investigation. Students will only be allowed to work remotely if the office is working remotely. Otherwise, students are expected to be present in the office.

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, LGBT individuals, and persons with disabilities.

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

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

Application Process:

Y ou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 10 minutes to complete.

Writing Sample should be included in your application package.

Veterans' Preference: There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their submissions. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf, for a copy of SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preferences and the required supporting document(s).

Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service- connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that his or her retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that he/she was transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

You must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:

Required: Your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire (Online or 1203-FX).
Required: Your cover letter
Required: Your resume
Required: Current Unofficial transcript or proof of current enrollment, e.g., recent letter from the registrar's office.
Required: Writing sample
Required, if applicable: Veterans' Preference documentation. (See also required Veterans' Preference Documentation below.) Please note, if you are entitled to Veterans' Preference, you must indicate the type of preference you are claiming by checking the appropriate box in the assessment questionnaire to indicate your preference and submit the required documentation as specified below.

Required Veterans' Preference Documentation: -In order to verify your Veterans' Preference entitlement, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); or if you are a current Active Duty member you must submit a certification on appropriate military branch letterhead that indicates: 1) your service dates, 2) expected discharge or release date from active duty with a release/discharge date no later than 120 days from the closing date of this announcement, and 3) the character of service (e.g., Honorable); or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.

In addition, if you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower if a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the parent of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference," dated October 2013 and the required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.

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 PM (ET) on 05/09/2025 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 is submitted prior to the closing date.)
3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, http://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.

To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12727228

You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. If you are unable to apply online, contact Elise Aldendifer at (214) 659-8814 or [email protected] as soon as possible to arrange an alternative application process.

Application Deadline:

May 9, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

3 in Dallas; 1 in Fort Worth

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: San Diego, CA

About the Office:

These positions are located in San Diego, California. https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdca

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

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

Job Description:

San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and is commonly referred to as America's Finest City! San Diego has year-round perfect weather with 70 miles of coastline and amazing beaches. Some local major attractions include: Balboa Park, the World Famous San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND, Belmont Park and Seaport Village. San Diego has beautiful golf courses, hiking trails, the Del Mar Race Track, and Comic-Con. San Diego is also home to nationally recognized colleges and universities, including University of California at San Diego, San Diego State University and University of San Diego. The SDCA is home to the largest concentration of Navy and Marine Corps installations in the world. As a result, San Diego has a vibrant defense industry community. In addition, San Diego is an international leader in life sciences, bio-tech, and healthcare.

The Southern District of California (SDCA) is one of the largest U.S. Attorney's offices in the country with one of the largest caseloads. This office prosecutes federal crimes and defends the interests of the United States government in civil cases. SDCA encompasses San Diego and Imperial Counties and includes a branch office in Imperial, California.

Duties of Criminal Assistant United States Attorneys
This position is located in the Criminal Division. The Criminal Division is divided into multiple specialty sections: Central Prosecutions, General Crimes, the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force, Major Frauds and Public Corruption, National Security and Cybercrimes, Appeals, and Asset Recovery. Assistant United States Attorneys in the Criminal Division prosecute a wide variety of federal crimes with, because of SDCA's location, a particular emphasis on investigations and prosecutions of individuals and organizations engaged in immigration, drug trafficking, and human trafficking offenses. AUSAs try a large number of cases, work closely with and advise state and federal law enforcement officers in the investigation of crimes, and often oversee the use of investigative tools like search warrants, tracking warrants, undercover operations, and court-authorized electronic interception.

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

Qualifications:

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.

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 https://www.sss.gov/.

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and must currently be an active member of a state bar in order to be considered. Proof of an active bar membership is required. One (1) full year of postgraduate legal experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Applicants must demonstrate a quick analytical ability and an aptitude for accurately articulating 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 also have demonstrated excellent computer literacy skills, to include experience with automated research on the Internet, electronic court filing, and electronic e-mail and word processing systems. AUSAs receive training by the U.S. Department of Justice and by the U.S. Attorney's Office. Appointment is subject to an FBI background investigation, including credit, arrest, and drug use inquiries.

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

Salary:

$84,461 - $195,100 per year

Travel:

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

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Veterans' Preference:

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they 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. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, 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 nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

Reasonable Accommodations:

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 cover letter and resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include day/month/year).
Required - You will have to upload two (2) Legal Writing Samples. Please attach this document as an "Other" document.
Required - The Assistant United States Attorney Criminal AUSA Application Form found at https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdca/assistant-u-s-attorney-positions (Under the Application Form Section in Adobe Acrobat or Microsoft Word). Please attach this document as an "Other" document.
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.

The Point of Contact for this vacancy announcement is Southern District of California who can be reached at (619) 546-9273 or [email protected].

Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities:

Suitability and Citizenship:

Pursuant to DOJ component policies, only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review, U.S. Trustee's Offices, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, qualifying non-U.S. citizens meeting immigration and appropriations law criteria may apply for employment with other DOJ organizations. However, please be advised that the appointment of non-U.S. citizens is extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All DOJ employees are subject to a residency requirement. Candidates who have lived outside the United States for two or more of the past five years will likely have difficulty being approved for appointments by the Department Security Staff. The two-year period is cumulative, not necessarily consecutive. Federal or military employees, or dependents of federal or military employees serving overseas, are excepted from this requirement.

Current or Former Political Appointees:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

How to Apply

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 PM (ET) on 05/12/2025 to receive consideration.

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 Southern District of California at (619) 546-9273 or email at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

Application Deadline:

May 12, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Eligible relocation costs of up to $15,000 may be authorized for permanent transfers only.

Number of Positions Available:

Many

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Imperial, CA

About the Office:

This position is located in Imperial, California. https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdca

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

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

The Southern District of California (SDCA) includes San Diego and Imperial Counties. The main office is headquartered in the city of San Diego, in San Diego County. The District's branch office is located in Imperial, California and borders both the State of Arizona and the Republic of Mexico. Imperial, California borders the Colorado River to the east, the Salton Sea to the west, and Mexico to the south. The city blends rich cultures from both the United States and Mexico. The modern city is home to retail, transportation, wholesale, and agricultural industries. There are also two international border crossings nearby for commercial and noncommercial vehicles. Of interest is the Algodones Dunes which is a large sand dune field said to be the largest in the United States and drawing thousands of visitors each year, mainly for off-road driving. Water enthusiasts head to the nearby Colorado River which is located 50 miles to the east near Yuma, Arizona. The Naval Air Facility is home to the Blue Angels flight maneuvering event. The Mexican border city, Mexicali is a major manufacturing destination and tourist destination approximately and offers big city amenities like museums, a zoo, and a sports/convention center.

The Southern District of California (SDCA) is one of the largest United States Attorney's offices in the country. The office prosecutes federal crimes and defends the interests of the United States Government in civil cases. The SDCA encompasses San Diego and Imperial Counties and includes a branch office located in Imperial, California. This position is located in the Criminal Division, Central Prosecutions Section, Intake, Imperial County Office.

Job Description:

The Criminal Division is organized into eight sections: Central Prosecutions Section to include the Imperial County Office, Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force, Violent Crimes ad Human Trafficking, Major Frauds and Public Corruption, National Security, General Crimes, Appellate, and Asset Recovery. (See the San Diego U.S. Attorney's website, www.justice.gov/usao-sdca, for a detailed description of each section).

The Central Prosecutions Section handles a large volume of reactive cases that arise from policing the 141-mile long border between California and Mexico, six Ports of Entry, and the roughly 70 miles of coastline stretching from the U.S.-Mexico border to the northernmost tip of San Diego County. Cases commonly include illegal entry and reentry, drug importation and alien smuggling prosecutions. This section consists of an Intake Unit and Fast-Track Unit. Central Prosecutions Section attorneys try a large number of cases and often oversee the use of investigative tools like search and tracking warrants, undercover operations and confidential sources.

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

Qualifications:

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.

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 https://www.sss.gov/.

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

AUSAs receive training by the U.S. Department of Justice and by the U.S. Attorney's Office. Appointment is subject to an FBI background investigation, including credit, arrest, and drug use inquiries.

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

Salary:

$86,198 - $195,100 per year

Travel:

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

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Evaluation Method:

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Veterans' Preference:

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they 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. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, 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 nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

Reasonable Accommodations:

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 cover letter and resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include day/month/year).
Required - You will have to upload two (2) Legal Writing Samples. Please attach these documents as an "Other" document.
Required - The Assistant United States Attorney Criminal AUSA Application Form found at https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdca/assistant-u-s-attorney-positions (Under the Application Form Section in Adobe Acrobat or Microsoft Word). Please attach this document as an "Other" document.
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.

The Point of Contact for this vacancy announcement is Southern District of California who can be reached at 619-546-9273 or [email protected]

Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities: The Department encourages qualified applicants with disabilities, including individuals with targeted/severe disabilities to apply in response to posted vacancy announcements. Qualified applicants with targeted/severe disabilities may be eligible for direct hire, non-competitive appointment under Schedule A (5 C.F.R. § 213.3102(u)) hiring authority. Individuals with targeted/severe disabilities are encouraged to contact one of the Department's Disability Points of Contact (DPOC) to express an interest in being considered for a position. See list of DPOCs.

Suitability and Citizenship:

Current or Former Political Appointees:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

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 PM (ET) on 05/12/2025 to receive consideration.

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 Southern District of California at (619) 546-9273 or email at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

Application Deadline:

May 12, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Yes — Eligible relocation costs of up to $15,000 may be authorized for permanent transfers only.

Number of Positions Available:

Special Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: San Francisco, CA

About the Office:

An appointment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers unique and challenging experiences for a highly motivated attorney. Working in the General Crimes Section in the San Francisco Office, the Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal laws.

Applications are considered on a rolling basis, so kindly submit your materials as soon as possible.

Job Description:

The SAUSA will be assigned to the General Crimes Section in the San Francisco Office. The SAUSA will be responsible primarily for prosecuting felony narcotics and firearms cases, as well as felony and misdemeanor cases arising out of federal enclaves. The SAUSA will also be given the opportunity to work with other federal prosecutors on felony criminal cases, including those involving immigration and child exploitation offenses. The SAUSA's duties will entail assisting with the progression of these cases at various stages, from the initiation of federal investigation or charges, to disposition and sentencing. The SAUSA will gain experience participating in various in-court proceedings such as initial appearances, detention hearings, guilty pleas, motions hearings, and jury trial.

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

The Special Assistant United States Attorney position is an uncompensated position.

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

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 of post-J.D. judicial legal or other relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred applicants will possess superior oral and written communications skills, strong interpersonal skills; and the capacity to function in a highly demanding environment with minimal guidance. Additionally, it is desired that the successful candidate have a strong academic credential and at least two years of attorney or post-J.D. judicial legal experience.

If you currently represent an opposing party in litigation with the U.S. Department of Justice or represent a client under investigation by the U.S., please refer to Rule 1-7 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct and/or the relevant conflict of interest Rules of Professional Conduct in the jurisdiction in which you are licensed to practice. The U.S. Attorney's Office considers California Rule 1-7 to be implicated when an attorney licensed in California applies for a position with the U.S. Attorney's office while also representing a client in litigation opposing the U.S. or knowingly under investigation by the U.S.

United States citizenship is required.

Type of Position:

This is a temporary position not to exceed 1 year. This position may be extended without further competition.

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.

The Residency Requirement ensures an adequate background investigation can be completed. It applies to all DOJ applicants, both U.S. citizens and non-U.S. citizens, whose job location is within the U.S. In addition, for a total of three years (not necessarily consecutive years) of the five years immediately prior to applying for a position, the applicant must have: 1) resided in the U.S.; 2) worked for the U.S. overseas in a Federal or military capacity; or, 3) been a dependent of a Federal or military employee serving overseas.

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

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

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

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Evaluation Method:

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Veterans' Preference:

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they 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. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, 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 nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that his or her retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that he/she was transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

Required - Your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire (online).
Required - Your resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include month/year).
Required - Writing Sample (Please submit a piece of advocacy writing (not an article or internal memorandum) along with a letter certifying that the writing sample reflects substantially your work only. If your writing sample exceeds 20 pages, please identify the sections that you believe best exemplify the strength of your writing.)
Required - Cover Letter (Please address to Acting United States Attorney, Patrick Robbins).
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 under the "Qualifications and Evaluations" Tab above 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.

Current or Former Political Appointees:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

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 PM (ET) on 05/16/2025 to receive consideration.

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 Wilson Li at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

Application Deadline:

May 16, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Special Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Oakland, CA

About the Office:

An appointment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers unique and challenging experiences for a highly motivated attorney. Working in the Criminal Division, Oakland Branch, the Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal laws.

Applications are considered on a rolling basis, so kindly submit your materials as soon as possible.

Job Description:

An appointment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers unique and challenging experiences for the highly motivated attorney. Working in the Criminal Division, Oakland Branch, the Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal laws. The SAUSA will be primarily responsible for prosecuting violations of federal supervised release conditions pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3583, from initial appearance through final disposition. In this role, the SAUSA will appear frequently in court, work closely with U.S. Probation and law enforcement officers, and conduct evidentiary hearings. The SAUSA will also be given the opportunity to prosecute felony gun and drug cases.

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

The Special Assistant United States Attorney position is an uncompensated position.

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

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. judicial legal or other relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Type of Position:

This is a temporary position not to exceed 1 year. This position may be extended without further competition.

Security Requirements:

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.

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

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

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

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Evaluation Method:

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Veterans' Preference:

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they 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. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, 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).

You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

Required - Your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire (online).
Required - Your resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include month/year).
Required - Writing Sample (Please submit a piece of advocacy writing (not an article or internal memorandum) along with a letter certifying that the writing sample reflects substantially your work only. If your writing sample exceeds 20 pages, please identify the sections that you believe best exemplify the strength of your writing)
Required - Cover Letter (Please address to Acting United States Attorney, Patrick Robbins).
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 under the "Qualifications and Evaluations" Tab above 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.

Current or Former Political Appointees:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

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 PM (ET) on 05/16/2025 to receive consideration.

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 California at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

Application Deadline:

May 16, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Special Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: San Jose, CA

About the Office:

An appointment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers unique and challenging experiences for a highly motivated attorney. Working in the Criminal Division, San Jose Branch, the Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal laws.

Applications are considered on a rolling basis, so kindly submit your materials as soon as possible.

Job Description:

An appointment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers unique and challenging experiences for the highly motivated attorney. Working in the Criminal Division, San Jose Branch, the Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) will be primarily responsible for prosecuting misdemeanor cases arising out of the federal enclaves located in Santa Clara and Monterey Counties. The SAUSA will also be given the opportunity to work with other federal prosecutors on felony criminal cases, including those involving violations of immigration, firearms, and/or narcotics statutes. The SAUSA's duties will entail assisting with the progression of these cases at various stages, from the initiation of federal investigation or charges, to disposition and sentencing. The SAUSA will gain experience participating in various in-court proceedings such as guilty pleas, motions hearings, and jury trial.

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

The Special Assistant United States Attorney position is an uncompensated position.

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

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 of post-J.D. judicial legal or other relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

If you currently represent an opposing party in litigation with the U.S. Department of Justice or represent a client under investigation by the U.S., please refer to Rule 1-7 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct and / or the relevant conflict of interest Rules of Professional Conduct in the jurisdiction in which you are licensed to practice. The U.S. Attorney's Office considers California Rule 1-7 to be implicated when an attorney licensed in California applies for a position with the U.S. Attorney's office while also representing a client in litigation opposing the U.S. or knowingly under investigation by the U.S.

Type of Position:

This is a temporary position not to exceed 1 year. This position may be extended without further competition.

Security Requirements:

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.

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

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

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

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Evaluation Method:

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Veterans' Preference:

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they 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. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, 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 nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that his or her retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that he/she was transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

Required - Your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire (online).
Required - Your resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include month/year).
Required - Writing Sample (Please submit a piece of advocacy writing (not an article or internal memorandum) along with a letter certifying that the writing sample reflects substantially your work only. If your writing sample exceeds 20 pages, please identify the sections that you believe best exemplify the strength of your writing)
Required - Cover Letter (Please address to Acting United States Attorney, Patrick Robbins).
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 under the "Qualifications and Evaluations" Tab above 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.

Current or Former Political Appointees:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

How to Apply

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 PM (ET) on 05/16/2025 to receive consideration.

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 California at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

Application Deadline:

May 16, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Law Student Volunteer, Fall

Job Location: Des Moines, IA

About the Office:

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa contains a Civil and Criminal Division. The Criminal Division prosecutes violations of federal criminal law - types of cases include, but are not limited to mail, wire, tax and securities fraud; environmental crimes; firearm crimes; bank robbery; drug crimes; Internet predators; etc. The Civil Division attorneys act as defense counsel for government agencies and employees. Types of civil cases handled include, but are not limited to discrimination (race, sex, age, disability, religion); bankruptcy; immigration; Federal Tort Claims Act; etc. Civil Division attorneys also act as plaintiff's counsel in areas, which include, but are not limited to: Medicaid and Medicare fraud; the False Claims Act; and any other cases in which the United States has been injured financially or where injunctive relief is needed.

Office Website: http://www.justice.gov/usao-sdia

Job Description:

Assignments include, but are not limited to, assisting attorneys with legal research; writing pleadings; trial preparation; and drafting responsive motions, dispositive motions, memoranda of law, and appellate briefs. The law student volunteers will become familiar with the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure, the Federal Rules of Evidence, the local rules of practice for the United States District Court, and the local and Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. In addition, they may attend witness interviews, meetings with investigative agents, and accompany the attorneys to observe court proceedings in cases on which they have worked or in cases of general interest in the office. Law students who qualify to practice under the district court's student practice rules may also be assigned to handle motion hearings. Our goal is to introduce law students to the federal legal system and to help them develop their practical legal skills.

Qualifications:

First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students are encouraged to apply. Law Students with strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills. U.S. citizenship required. Ability to volunteer 16-40 hours a week is required. Due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by the office, candidates invited to interview will be expected to consent to a credit check; all offers to candidates are conditioned upon the successful completion of a required background check which requires disclosure of any drug use, law enforcement and employment records, and financial credit information.

Salary:

Volunteer (uncompensated). Course credit, work-study, and externship opportunities are available depending on school requirements.

Travel:

None

Application Process:

E-mailed applications are preferred and may be sent to [email protected].

Attached to each e-mail should be a single pdf file consisting of: (1) cover letter (including availability and desired office location i.e. Des Moines, Davenport or Council Bluffs); (2) resume; (3) law school transcript; and (4) a legal writing sample (no more than 10 pages)

Applications may also be mailed to:
U.S. Attorney's Office
Southern District of Iowa
210 Walnut Street, Suite 455
Des Moines, IA 50309

Point of Contact:
David Harris (Human Resources Specialist)
Email: [email protected]

Fax: (515) 473-9298

Application Deadline:

May 16, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Up to five student volunteer opportunities may be available for Fall 2025. Three students may be selected in the Des Moines office, one student in the Davenport branch office, and one student in the Council Bluffs branch office.

AER OSAC Members

Job Location: Remote

Job Description:

Organizations and Schools Accreditation Commission (OSAC): Responsible for the coordination of the organizations and schools accreditation function of the AERAC. The OSAC is a five-person body which includes at least one member from a specialized School for the Blind, and one member from an organization providing direct services to adults who are blind or visually impaired. The chair of the Commission is selected from the membership of the OSAC commission. The chairperson or designee will also serve as a member of the AER Accreditation Council.

The OSAC has the responsibility of appointing the panels for each of the reviews. It receives the evaluative data and recommendation from each review for its consideration. The OSAC through its chairperson presents a recommendation regarding accreditation status to the AERAC. A subset of the Commission membership also comprises the Standards Committee for development and revision of standards relating to higher education programs.

Members hold three-year staggered terms. New members are nominated according to the AERAC approved policy in Section T.

Accordingly, Council members are required to:

Fully review the final reports of each pending accreditation in advance of casting an accreditation decision vote.
Ensure that policy and procedures are followed and announce any conflicts of interests that might exist prior to casting an accreditation vote and, if required, agree to be recused.
Review, discuss, and uphold the integrity of each standard by casting an accreditation decision vote that merits and validates adherence to quality, continuous improvement and optimal client and student outcomes.
Uphold the following guiding principles: accountability, transparency, outcomes focused, and provide fair and equitable consideration.

Term members serve a 3-year term and up to 2 consecutive terms.

Term members must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the related and respective classification.

Every effort will be made to identify individuals to serve on the Council who are blind and those with low vision having experience related to administration, program management, accreditation, or certification.

For more information, and to download the application form, see the link to the AERAC Policy and Procedures Manual at https://www.aerbvi.org/accreditation.

Application Process:

PLEASE EMAIL COMPLETED FORM by May 16, 2025 TO: [email protected]

Application Deadline:

May 16, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not applicable

Number of Positions Available:

Law Student Volunteer Intern, Fall 2025

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina investigates and prosecutes federal crimes and represents the interests of the United States in both criminal and civil cases and matters in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, as well as in the Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

The office has three litigating divisions — Criminal, Appellate, and Civil. The Criminal Division is concerned with the prosecution of all federal criminal violations, which include controlled substance violations, violent crime, organized crime, fraud, tax violations, white-collar crime, civil rights violations, crimes against children, and national security offenses. The Appellate Division handles the office’s criminal appeals and provides guidance to criminal AUSAs. The Civil Division is devoted to cases involving bankruptcy, collections, affirmative civil enforcement (including forfeitures), federal tort claim defenses, EEOC matters, and prisoner petitions. All of our employees, except for some assigned to our Wilmington Branch, work from our headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Job Description:

The student internship program is overseen by experienced Assistant U.S. Attorneys who provide daily supervision and coordinate work assignments. The following are a few of the activities students normally perform while working in this office:

providing research on legal issues and stating their findings orally and/or through written memoranda;
assisting and/or preparing pre-trial and post-trial motions and responses;
assisting in the writing of trial and appellate briefs;
helping to moot attorneys before appellate oral arguments;
observing various stages of federal proceedings (witness interviews, depositions, trials, sentencings, appellate arguments, etc.);
assisting in the preparation of affidavits, exhibits, and notebooks for trial; and
for students who qualify under the student-practice rules, participating in court hearings.

The office’s workload demands and students’ preferences are considered when determining which division each student will be primarily assigned to assist. We encourage students to communicate if they would like to assist on projects from the other divisions, and when possible, we may be able to rotate interested students through multiple divisions.

School-year interns usually intern a minimum of ten hour per week, and the office is flexible as to how these hours are generated during the school semester.

We are currently recruiting multiple volunteer law students for Fall 2025.

Qualifications:

Must be at least a 2L in good academic standing during your internship with the office. For students interning as 3Ls, preference will be given to those who have completed a course in evidence.

Salary:

This is a voluntary position without compensation or benefits. Academic credit available if arranged by the student through the law school.

Travel:

Not required

Application Process:

We request the following information be sent as one combined PDF attachment to [email protected] no later than May 24, 2025:

Cover letter to the attention of Kristine Fritz that includes your contact information, the litigating division(s) you are interested in, and the dates you are available for the internship. We encourage you to addresses your interest in the USAO’s work and your ties to (or interest in) the Eastern District of North Carolina.

Your resume.
Your law school transcript. If your grades are unavailable when you submit your application, you must provide them as soon as they become available.
A legal writing sample (not to exceed 15 pages).

The title of your PDF attachment should include your last name and the internship session(s) for which you wish to be considered.

Those selected for interviews will be notified. We typically participate in on-campus interviewing (OCI) at law schools in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area (Campbell University, Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and University of North Carolina). For students farther afield and when on-campus interviews are not feasible, arrangements will be made for interviews online via WebEx or in person at the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Application Deadline:

May 24, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Alpine, TX

About the Office:

Applications received by April 10, 2025 will receive first consideration. Applications will then be reviewed on a rolling basis. The closing date for this announcement may be extended.

Job Description:

Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in the Criminal Division prosecute a wide variety of federal crimes. The positions currently being filled will investigate and prosecute cases involving illegal immigration, illegal trafficking of human beings or dangerous drugs, and targeting the Cartels and Transitional Criminal Organizations (TCOs), including those designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) and Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) pursuant to Executive Order 14157. The qualified applicant would be expected to (a) assist federal law enforcement agents in structuring and implementing criminal investigative plans and strategies; and (b) litigate cases of varying degrees of complexity from start to finish with limited supervision, after receiving minimal training.

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

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

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.

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Hiring preferences include strong academics, outstanding organizational skills, superior legal writing and research ability, demonstrated analytical ability, good judgment and courtroom skills, and a commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service.

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

Security Requirements:

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.

Salary:

$73,939 - $173,485 per year

Travel:

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

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Evaluation Method:

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Veterans' Preference:

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they 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. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, 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 nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

Reasonable Accommodations:

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 - 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.

Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities:

Suitability and Citizenship:

Current or Former Political Appointees:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

How to Apply

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 PM (ET) on 05/27/2025 to receive consideration.

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 Western District of Texas at (210) 384-7273 or email at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

Application Deadline:

May 27, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Many

Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)

Job Location: Austin, TX

Job Description:

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

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

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.

United States citizenship is required.

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

Security Requirements:

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:

Salary:

$76,017 - $178,361 per year

Travel:

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

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Veterans' Preference: There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they 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. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, 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 nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

Reasonable Accommodations:

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Required Documents

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 - 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.

Department of Justice Policies:

The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. See U.S. Department of Justice Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for complete details.

Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities:

Suitability and Citizenship:

Current or Former Political Appointees:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

How to Apply

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 PM (ET) on 05/27/2025 to receive consideration.

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 Western District of Texas at (210) 384-7273 or email at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.

Application Deadline:

May 27, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Many

Volunteer Law Intern

Job Location: Hammond, IN

About the Office:

If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career, this is the position for you! With a talented workforce of over 100,000 people, the mission of the Department of Justice is to uphold the rule of law, keep our country safe, and protect civil rights. You will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty and the property of citizens.

Job Description:

The Northern District of Indiana is currently soliciting applications for Voluntary Law Intern positions for the Summer and Fall 2025 Academic Year. The intention of the Law Internship Program is to introduce participants to the federal legal system and receive an introduction to federal procedures in both the civil and criminal settings. Interns will work with several different Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs) over the course of the internship. Typical duties of the interns may include:

Performing legal research and/or assisting with research projects;
Drafting legal documents including motions, pleadings, or briefs;
Assist in trial preparations;
Observe court proceedings; and
In limited instances, may be allowed to represent the government in routine hearings under the supervision of an AUSA before various federal courts.

The primary goal of the program is to introduce interns to the federal legal system, to develop their legal skills and above all, to enjoy their overall internship experience.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT INFORMATION:

This is an open continuous announcement that is intended to continually solicit applications during the standard academic year. Applicants should timely submit their applications by the deadlines listed below to be considered for their desired semester of internship:

Summer 2025 - April 11, 2025
Fall 2025 - May 30, 2025

Applicants will be asked to indicate which semester(s) they wish to be considered for when submitting their online application. Applications will be reviewed and referred based on the deadlines above and the applicant's selection(s) in the online questionnaire of the application process. Applicants will be notified when their applications have been reviewed/referred for further consideration.

Conditions of Appointment:

Compensation: This internship is not compensated. No matching contributions available. Work-study or academic credit may be available through a student's law school. Students must make any arrangements through their law school to receive any possible work-study or academic credit.
Work Schedule: You must be able to work at least 10 hours per week for duration of internship (at least 135 hours spread over the entire semester).
Work Location: If selected, you will be expected to work at the location designated in this vacancy announcement. This is NOT a remote-work position.
Outside Employment Restriction: Interns are not permitted to work in a legal capacity - private or public- throughout the duration of the internship.

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

To be eligible for this position, you must meet the following requirements:

U.S. Citizenship: You must be a United States Citizen or National. Student Interns must be United States citizens or owe permanent allegiance to the United States. (Currently, natives of American Samoa, Swains Island and certain inhabitants of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands are the only groups that owe permanent allegiance to the United States.)
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 for additional information.
Security Requirements: You must be able to pass a background investigation that will cover employment history, criminal history, credit history, foreign travel, residency, citizenship, and drug/alcohol use; and you must be able to pass a drug test.
Residency Requirement: You must have resided in the United States for a total of three years (not necessarily consecutive years) of the past five years immediately prior to applying for a position. You must have: 1) resided in the United States; 2) worked for the U.S. overseas in a federal or military capacity, or 3) been a dependent of a federal or military employee serving oversees. The Residency Requirement ensures an adequate background investigation can be completed.
Student Status Requirements: You must be enrolled at least as a half-time student and in good academic standing with an accredited law school.
Proof of Enrollment: You must submit an academic transcript or proof of enrollment with your application to verify that you meet the minimum eligibility requirements.

You must apply online and submit a complete application by the closing date of this announcement in order to be considered for this position. (See Required Documents section of this announcement)

All applicants must meet all eligibility requirements prior to entering the internship program.

Qualifications

Students must have completed at least one full semester with an accredited law school at the beginning of the current academic term. Preference will be given to second and third-year law students.

Education

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov.

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

Occasional travel - You may be required to travel for training or other work-related purposes.

Application Process:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Evaluation Method:

Once your complete application package is received, it will be reviewed to ensure you have submitted a complete application packet (see "Required Documents" section of this announcement) and that you meet all the minimum eligibility requirements. Complete applications that meet the minimum requirements for the position will be forwarded for review by a subject-matter-expert review panel that will determine which candidates will receive further consideration. If selected, you will be notified and invited to schedule an interview. You will receive automated notifications from the USA Staffing system as your application clears each step in the hiring process.

Veterans' Preference:

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to Volunteer Legal Internship positions; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in the hiring process. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they 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. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, 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).

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package by the closing date of the semester to which you intend to be considered as outlined under DUTIES. The following items are required documentation:

Online Application Questionnaire: This is completed automatically when clicking "Apply Online" for this announcement.
Cover Letter: Should include a personal statement reflecting your background and your interest in participating in this program.
Resume: Please include employment history, dates of employment (MM/DDDD), education history, volunteer activities, and awards/achievements (scholastic/professional).
Proof of enrollment or unofficial college transcripts: Current Unofficial transcript or proof of current enrollment, e.g., recent letter from the registrar's office. Should clearly show the name of the academic institution, grades for completed coursework, cumulative GPA, and current academic standing. In addition, first year law students should include any undergraduate transcripts.
Legal Writing Sample: Should be no longer than 25 pages.

Incomplete or late applications will NOT be considered. All application materials must be submitted via the USAJOBS website by the closing date of the announcement. No hard copy or emailed documents will be accepted.

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 PM (ET) on 05/30/2025 or the closing date of the semester to which you intend to be considered as outlined in the Duties section of this announcement.

Reasonable Accommodations:

Application Deadline:

May 30, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Few

Computer Engineer/Electronic Engineer

Job Location: Washington, DC

Job Description:

This is an interdisciplinary position (0854 Engineer (Computers), 0855 Engineer (Electronics)). The person selected for this position will be placed on the position description that corresponds with their qualifications.

The position serves as a member of the Channel Design and Deployment (CDD) section of the Program Delivery Division (PDD) of the National Library Service for Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) and works under the technical and administrative supervision of the Head of the CDD section. The position provides engineering support for current National Library Services for Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) braille and talking book programs. The position also provides engineering analysis for special projects, future projects, and planning of new systems and capabilities to support delivery of the braille and talking book programs.

Participates in inter-disciplinary product engineering design, development, and integration activities in a broad scope of technologies. Integrates prototype and proof-of-concept products with other NLS program systems in a development environment for analysis of the performance and impact on existing system. Analyzes requirements, develops strategies, and implements actions involving highly complex technical problems. Designs development of software, APIs, and computer systems in support of products used for delivery of the NLS braille and audio book programs. Creates systems diagrams, and writes, modifies and debugs source code for applications software/computer products. Applies the latest technology available to the Library to create products for reading, searching, and browsing the NLS collection of audio and braille books. Follows project guidelines and strategies that require innovation and leading-edge technology. Document unknown conditions, resolves critical problems, or develops new algorithms. Provides technical, administrative, and project management leadership in research and development activities in the specialized area of accessible technology and systems for delivery of the NLS braille and talking book programs. Serves as the SME in product design, which incorporates state of the art technologies, components, and techniques for embedded systems, mobile computing systems, and other consumer electronic systems capable of digital media playback, search and discovery, storage, and streaming via the internet.

Provides guidance and technical advice to program stakeholders, specialists within NLS, and partners throughout the cooperating network of libraries in the use and operation of products for delivery of the braille and talking book programs to patrons. Resolves technical difficulties that can be overcome by changes in development methodology criteria, or requirements in areas such as software design, API integration or business analysis. Maintains technical insight into the cause and solution when damaged, failed, or otherwise nonconforming products, services, or systems are encountered. Develops requirements, technical evaluations, and recommendations to management for engineering change orders to improve NLS products and services. Serves as an engineering technical specialist in the test, verification, and validation of software that may be utilized in embedded systems or computer equipment.

Implements the product development project strategy. Performs product design and development. Serves on project teams. Consults with other Library of Congress organizations for compatibility with existing systems and policies. Serves as product engineer and technical SME. Ensures that all essential actions for successful product development are identified, planned and accomplished. Recognized as an authority in product engineering for development of integrated computer systems involving commercially available mobile platforms, embedded systems, edge-computing systems, and cloud-based systems. Works with and participates in meetings with other functional managers and SMEs to identify requirements, write and review specifications, creates systems diagrams and identify costs for product development. Develops, modifies, monitors and evaluates project plans. Contributes to the overall engineering efforts of product development teams. Performs Product Owner and Product Engineer roles as a product moves through the life cycle.

Provides expert technical advice and direction to contractor professionals on product development issues and requirements. Directs contractors in development of software, APIs, and computer systems in support of products used for delivery of the NLS braille and audio book programs. Participates as necessary in the evaluation and selection process of proposals submitted in response to contract solicitations.

Qualifications:

Conditions of Employment

Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.

Qualifications

Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.

Ability to perform product development project planning work. **
Ability to perform product development project management work. **
Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of electronics/computer engineering. **
Knowledge of product prototype and proof-of-concept development.
Ability to provide management and contractor oversight for product development projects.
Ability to interact collaboratively with others.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

Education

Basic Requirements:

A. Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor’s degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.

B. Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following:

1. Professional registration or licensure -- Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT)1, or licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico. Absent other means of qualifying under this standard, those applicants who achieved such registration by means other than written test (e.g., State grandfather or eminence provisions) are eligible only for positions that are within or closely related to the specialty field of their registration. For example, an applicant who attains registration through a State Board's eminence provision as a manufacturing engineer typically would be rated eligible only for manufacturing engineering positions.

2. Written Test -- Evidence of having successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)2 examination or any other written test required for professional registration by an engineering licensure board in the various States, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico.

3. Specified academic courses -- Successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences and that included the courses specified in the basic requirements under paragraph A. The courses must be fully acceptable toward meeting the requirements of an engineering program as described in paragraph A.

4. Related curriculum -- Successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific field, e.g., engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology, may be accepted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree in engineering, provided the applicant has had at least 1 year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. Ordinarily there should be either an established plan of intensive training to develop professional engineering competence, or several years of prior professional engineering-type experience, e.g., in interdisciplinary positions. (The above examples of related curricula are not all inclusive.)

You MUST submit a legible copy of your college/university transcripts to your online application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if selected. Failure to submit the required legible documentation at the time of application will result in disqualification of your application.

Foreign Education – Education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed equivalent to conventional/accredited U.S. education programs to be acceptable for Federal employment. If your college/university is outside the U.S., your transcripts must be accompanied by a report from a credential evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE). Failure to submit a foreign education evaluation report will result in disqualification of your application.

Salary:

$120,579 - $156,755 per year

Travel:

Not required

Application Process:

Current or former federal employees must submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent).

Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. The program does not accept certification from health care providers. For more information contact the Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs at (202) 707-6024 or email [email protected]. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.

You are required to apply online for this announcement. We are unable to accept mailed or emailed documents. You must complete the entire application process, including submission of all documents BEFORE this announcement closes. To do so, complete the following steps.

Step 1: If you do not already have one, create a resume on USAJOBS. Although you must enter your Social Security Number for USAJOBS, this information will not be provided to the Library of Congress.

Step 2: Review the Job Announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/836204400. We recommend you go to the end of the Qualification and Evaluation section of the job announcement to preview the online questions that you will answer in Step 4. You may wish to customize your USAJOBS resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions.

Step 3: Click on the "APPLY ONLINE" button to the right of this announcement. Follow USAJOBS' instructions to access your account and submit your resume. You will be redirected to the Hiring Management website to complete the application process. If this is your first time in Hiring Management, you will be asked to answer questions related to your eligibility for Federal employment. You will be able to update this information and save it to our account for future announcements.

Step 4: Once you have completed the eligibility questions, you will be taken directly to the vacancy application questions. Answer all questions honestly and thoroughly.

Step 5: Hiring Management offers three options that will electronically attach your documentation to your online application once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement.

You may select a document that you have already uploaded to USAJOBS for a previous announcement.
You may electronically upload a document directly from your computer to your application. Be certain to review your complete application for confirmation of the document uploaded and click on "Finished" to be returned to USAJOBS.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have multiple documents of the same kind, e.g. 2 undergraduate transcripts from different schools or 2 SF-50s, etc., be sure that they are all in the same file on your computer or in your USAJOBS profile before uploading them. If you try uploading them individually, only the last one sent will be visible in our system. If you have any questions about this information, please contact the person on this announcement BEFORE the closing date.

Step 6: Click on "Finish" after you have completed your application. Once you have submitted your application, you can check your status online through your Hiring Management or MY USAJOBS account. Your complete online application and any required supplemental documentation (e.g., SF-50, etc.) must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of the announcement. It is your responsibility to ensure that all documents are received on time and that the materials are readable. Failure to do so will result in your application being excluded from consideration for this announcement.

If you are experiencing any technical difficulty with the online process, you MUST CONTACT THE POINT OF CONTACT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE. For all technical issues please contact [email protected], no later than 4:30pm EST of the Closing Date. REQUESTS FOR EXTENSIONS WILL NOT BE GRANTED.

Application Deadline:

June 2, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Volunteer Law Clerk, Fall 2025

Job Location: Tallahassee, FL

About the Office:

Considered a medium-sized district, the NDFL encompasses 23 of Florida's 67 counties, and currently employs approximately 63 staff members, to include 31 Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs), with the main office located in Tallahassee and two branch offices in Pensacola and Gainesville.

Positions will be staffed in the Criminal Division in the Tallahassee, Pensacola or Gainesville Office.

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorney's Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.htmlThe United States Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Florida (NDFL) is responsible for representing the federal government in virtually 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.

These positions are located in Gainesville, Pensacola and/or Tallahassee.

Job Description:

Assignments include, but are not limited to, drafting responsive motions, dispositive motions, memorandum of law, and appellate briefs. The interns become familiar with the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure, the Federal Rules of Evidence, the local rules of practice for the Northern District of Florida District Court, and the local and Federal rules of Appellate Procedure. In addition, interns may attend dispositions, meetings with Agents and accompany attorneys to observe court proceedings.

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

The NDFL is headquartered in Tallahassee and has branch offices in Pensacola and Gainesville. These positions will be filled in either Tallahassee, Pensacola or Gainesville. Please be sure to state your location preference in your cover letter.

Selective Service:

Qualifications:

To be eligible for this internship ALL of the following requirements must be met:

Student Status: Acceptance of applications for this announcement will be limited to second- and third-year law students. An eligible student is an individual enrolled in law school pursuing a Juris Doctor degree. Successful candidates must have outstanding academic records, superior writing skills and be in good academic standing at his/her university. Student interns must be United States Citizens.

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

Grade Point Average: You must have at least a 2.5 GPA.
Citizenship: Student Interns must be United States citizens or owe permanent allegiance to the United States. (Currently, natives of American Samoa, Swains Island and certain inhabitants of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands are the only groups that owe permanent allegiance to the United States.)
Background Investigation: You must successfully complete a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.

Security Requirements:

EEO Statement:

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

Travel:

Not required

Application Process:

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 (for full consideration you must include month/day/year) of employment and work schedule for each (e.g., part-time XX hours per week or full-time). Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Required: Current Unofficial transcript or proof of current enrollment, e.g., recent letter from the registrar's office. (Note: If you are selected for this position, an official transcript will be required prior to your first day.)
Required: Cover letter directed to Acting United States Attorney, Michelle Spaven.
Required, if applicable: Veterans' Preference documentation. (See also required Veterans' Preference Documentation below.) Please note, if you are entitled to Veterans' Preference, you must indicate the type of preference you are claiming by checking the appropriate box in the assessment questionnaire to indicate your preference and submit the required documentation as specified below.

Required Veterans' Preference Documentation:-In order to verify your Veterans' Preference entitlement, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); or if you are a current Active Duty member you must submit a certification on appropriate military branch letterhead that indicates: 1) your service dates, 2) expected discharge or release date from active duty with a release/discharge date no later than 120 days from the closing date of this announcement, and 3) the character of service (e.g., Honorable); or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.

Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the Occupational Questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If it is determined you meet minimum qualification requirements, you may be referred to the selecting official or if Veterans' Preference must be adjudicated, your application will be placed in one of three grouping categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Within each of these groupings, applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligibles. All CP/CPS preference eligibles that meet minimum qualification and eligibility requirements will be included in the "Best Qualified" grouping.

You will be rated on the following Competencies: Go to OPM Website for the definition of each competency. The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 10 minutes to complete.

Application Deadline:

June 4, 2025

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Few

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.

Hours: Monday –Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

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 may apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Sewing Machine Operators

Job Location: Corpus Christi, TX

Job Description:

Performs various stages in sewing by conjoining component materials/parts to make product; uses non-complex single-needle and double-needle, manual, semi-automatic and automated machines.

Hours: Monday –Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Qualifications:

Prior commercial sewing experience preferred
Ability to operate manual, semi-automated and automated sewing machines
Basic addition and subtraction; must be able to count
Ability to work independently as well as with others
Ability to sit for long periods of time (8 to 10 hours)
Ability to follow detailed oral instructions

Application Process:

Applicants may apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 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:

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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 may apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Quality Technician

Job Location: Victoria, TX

Job Description:

Entry level quality inspection throughout all manufacturing departments of incoming (raw materials), work-in-process, end-items (outgoing) and returned products. Ensures documented quality procedures are adhered to.

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Qualifications:

High school graduate or equivalent preferred
Basic math skills required (adding, subtracting, etc.)
Knowledge of incoming, in-process and finished product inspection techniques preferred
Good communication, teamwork and organizational skills
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
Must be able to work on feet all day for the entire shift (8-10 hours)

Application Process:

Applicants may apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

COCESS Data Entry Clerk

Job Location: Altus AFB, OK

Job Description:

Under direct supervision of Branch Manager, performs customer service functions, data entry, organization of paperwork, and light cleaning duties (maintaining clean racks, counters and customer service areas).

Hours: Monday – Friday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Organization skills and attention to detail
Basic understanding of databases
Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets (MS Office Word, Excel etc.)
Prefer some experience in customer service

Application Process:

Applicants may apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Sales Associate 1

Job Location: Meridian NAS, MS

Job Description:

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

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Greets and assists customers in product selection.
Stocks merchandise, including unpacking, labeling, stocking, etc.
Performs light cleaning duties (sweeping, dusting, etc.) required to maintain clean racks, counters and customer service area.
Assists with inventory control including inventory counts, etc.
Assists in Shipping & Receiving Department including stocking, labeling and packing merchandise.
Performs other job duties as assigned.
Must be flexible in schedule to meet customer demands.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent 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 may apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1 or more

Assistant Store Manager

Job Location: Sand Island, HI

Job Description:

Oversee local purchasing and receiving operations and validate status for incoming shipments. Perform and validate inventory count records. Process customer sales, orders and special orders. Ensure safety and security of store and personnel. Maintain outstanding customer relations with base personnel.

Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30 am – 3:00 pm

Qualifications:

Proficient in retail operations and management.
Have knowledge of general inventory principals.
Have excellent customer service and communication skills; strong leadership and team building skills.
Ability to properly train and coach personnel and delegate as necessary to ensure tasks are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
Be familiar with military/government organizations and acronyms. Have an understanding of military supply, logistics, and the AbilityOne program.
Individual must have excellent computer skills and be proficient with Microsoft word and excel.
Minimum of 3 years retail sales experience, and be customer driven.
Must be flexible in schedule to meet customer demands.
Current state driver’s license and proof of insurability.

Application Process:

Applicants may apply at 4421 Agnes St., Corpus Christi, TX, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Or apply online at https://www.stlb.net/applynow.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

1 or more