ACB Job Connection | American Council of the Blind

Updated 10/14/2020

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 slovering@acb.org. For higher placement in these listings, be sure to include a closing date.

Job announcements will remain posted up to 30 days.

Chief Executive Officer, Sands Point, NY
Attorney Advisor (General), Arlington, VA
Assistant United States Attorney, Sacramento, CA
Assistant United States Attorney, Fresno, CA
Assistant United States Attorney, Bakersfield, CA
Assistant United States Attorney, Anchorage, AK
Trial Attorney, Miami, FL
Law Student Volunteer, Washington, DC
Uncompensated Special Assistant United States Attorney, San Jose, CA
Assistant U.S. Attorney, Oklahoma City, OK
Assistant United States Attorney, Riverside, CA
Assistant United States Attorney, San Francisco, CA
Orientation and Mobility Specialist, Seattle, WA

Chief Executive Officer

Job Location: Sands Point, NY

About the Office:

Helen Keller Services (HKS) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to enable individuals who are blind, visually impaired, deaf-blind, and/or have combined hearing-vision loss to live, work, and thrive in their community of choice. With headquarters in Brooklyn, NY, HKS is comprised of Helen Keller Services for the Blind (HKSB) and Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youths and Adults (HKNC).

HKSB provides a wide range of rehabilitative services for New York Metropolitan-based individuals who are blind and visually impaired through its HKSB facilities located in Brooklyn, Nassau County, and Suffolk County. HKNC provides vocational and independent living skills training to youth and adults who are deaf-blind or have combined hearing-vision loss at its Sands Point facility, as well as through a network of growing deaf-blind specialists and community services programs. HKNC’s regional representatives in its 10 regional offices provide a wide array of services to individuals who are deaf-blind and their families in their home communities, and offer technical assistance, information, referral, and community advocacy.

HKS has an annual operating budget of over $33 million and staff of approximately 300. It relies on funds from public programs (state and federal), grants, legacies, private donations, earnings from an investment portfolio, and fundraising activities.

For more information, please visit www.helenkeller.org.

Job Description:

The Chief Executive Officer will lead all operational facets and serve as the face of the organization, advocating in the public and private sectors. With a passion for or significant experience working with the disability community, the CEO will understand and represent the needs of this community.

Specific duties will include, but are not necessarily limited to:

Work with the Board of Trustees to develop, communicate, and sustain a clear vision, mission, and strategy for the organization.
Provide leadership and guidance to staff and board in developing and evaluating effective programs.
Promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, inclusiveness, and openness at HKS and provide leadership and mentorship to HKS’s dedicated and accomplished staff.
Recruit, develop, and advance a highly diverse staff, striving to expand opportunities within the organization for visually and hearing-impaired employees to serve as a model for other national organizations; lead strategic succession planning at all levels across the organization.
Ensure healthy financial systems and, in partnership with the Chief Financial Officer, oversee implementation of sound fiscal management and accounting procedures, including regular financial reports to the Board of Trustees.
Develop and sustain relationships with community-based organizations, policymakers, legislators, and government agencies and provide oversight of interactions for partnering with external organizations.
Work with the Board to diversify funding and expand the individual donor base and legacies.
Serve as primary spokesperson for HKS to mobilize a variety of audiences and communicate the organization’s vision, mission, and policy and program priorities.
Ensure all operations comply with grantor requirements, including Medicare reimbursement protocols.

Qualifications:

Minimum of five years of senior management experience in a large, complex organization.
Collaborator with experience building and mentoring high performance teams; adept at leading strategic succession planning at all levels.
Engaging, hands-on, and transparent management style; ability to connect and effectively manage at all levels of an organization in a fast paced, ever evolving environment.
Excellent communicator; inspiring ambassador able to raise awareness both locally and nationally.
Strong financial acumen; experience maintaining the fiscal viability of an organization.
Change agent; experience transforming or growing programs within an organization.
Passionate about increasing access to education, employment, independence, and community integration for persons with disabilities.
Achievement in donor and funder identification and cultivation; able to generate revenue from federal and state agencies, individual donors, and foundations.
Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Application Process:

To apply, please submit a resume and/or vita, and cover letter to:

Coleman Lew Canny Bowen
6101 Carnegie Blvd., Suite 300, Charlotte, NC 28209

HKSCEO@CLCBsearch.com
Shana Plott, Chief Executive Officer
(704) 377-0362

Number of Positions Available:

Attorney Advisor (General)

Job Location: Arlington, VA

About the Office:

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides legal services and guidance to all components of the USMS in matters that arise in the conduct of USMS missions pursuant to 28 USC § 566, and as delegated by the Attorney General. OGC provides legal support to the USMS by analyzing the legal implications involved in operational and policy decisions, advising and training USMS personnel on criminal, civil, and regulatory legal issues, reviewing pertinent proposed legislation, regulations, and legal process affecting USMS operations, and representing USMS in civil and administrative litigation.

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.

Job Description:

OGC is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as an Attorney Advisor. The individual must have prior federal criminal prosecution experience and will provide legal services and guidance to, inter alia, components of the USMS to ensure that law enforcement operations are conducted in compliance with constitutional and legal requirements, as well as DOJ and USMS policy, and in a manner that promotes efficiency and public safety. The incumbent should have first-hand knowledge and specialized experience in applying and providing guidance on substantive criminal statutes, criminal case development, investigative methods and techniques, search and seizure, electronic surveillance, emerging investigative technologies, interview and interrogation, evidence, discovery, information-sharing restrictions, federal sentencing guidelines, law enforcement operations and procedures (to include, e.g., multi-agency task force operations), legal training (to include development thereof), drafting and reviewing subpoenas, search warrants, court orders, motions and motion responses, and other pleadings relating to criminal and civil matters, drafting and reviewing legislative proposals and USDOJ policies relating to law enforcement, and legal review of USMS and USDOJ operational and other relevant policies and procedures. The incumbent will be required to represent the USMS at Department and interagency meetings and working groups, and in discussions with state and federal prosecutors, defense counsel, and the judiciary.

In addition, the attorney may be called upon to provide general legal advice to agency personnel and litigation support in agency related cases to Assistant U.S. Attorneys and other U.S. Department of Justice counsel who represent the agency and its personnel in federal litigation. Attorney Advisors in the Office of General Counsel, U.S. Marshals Service, also provide legal advice and assistance in other areas of law, including but not limited to civil procedure, federal contracts, asset forfeiture and ethics, and directly represent the agency in matters of administrative law.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Qualifications:

Interested parties must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction) and have at least eight (8) years post-J.D. experience as a federal prosecutor. Applicants must also have 1) the above noted specialized experience in criminal law, investigations, operations, and prosecutions; 2) excellent academic credentials; 3) strong oral and written communication and advocacy skills; 4) superior legal research and analytical skills; 5) experience in dealing with complex legal and policy issues; and 6) ability to formulate and implement DOJ and USMS policies on all matters pertaining to assigned areas.

Proficiency in computer-aided legal research and computer word processing is required.

Salary:

GS-15 ($142,701-170,800)

Travel:

Some travel required.

Application Process:

Applicants may submit a current resume and cover letter (highlighting relevant experience) along with a writing sample of no more than 10 pages by email to USMS.AttorneyHires@usdoj.gov, USMS Attorneys Hire, General Mailbox, Office of General Counsel

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

Application Deadline:

October 21, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Sacramento, CA

About the Office:

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

The Eastern District of California is headquartered in Sacramento. The District includes the Central Valley and Sierra Nevada Mountains and encompasses most of the land mass of California – from the Coastal Mountain Range to the Nevada border, and from Bakersfield in the south to the Oregon border. The Sacramento office serves the northern counties of the District: Alpine, Amador, Butte, Colusa, El Dorado, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Mono, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Solano, Sutter, Trinity, Tehama, Yolo, and Yuba.

Sacramento, the state capital, is located in the heart of California. The city has been on the move since it became the capital in 1854 and is now one of the fastest growing regions in the United States. Sacramento is home to professional ballet, opera, and theatre companies, including the Sacramento Music Circus, providing a wide range of cultural activities and events. Professional sports are represented by the Sacramento Kings of the NBA, the Sacramento River Cats, a Triple-A baseball team, and the Sacramento Republic FC, a professional soccer team. Bound by two rivers, water recreation tops the list for outdoor activities such as salmon fishing, river rafting, and boating. Nearby Folsom Lake and Lake Natoma offer sailing and windsurfing. Sacramento is located 90 miles northeast of San Francisco and approximately 90 miles west of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada mountain range, providing numerous recreational opportunities for skiing and boating enthusiasts.

Job Description:

The United States Attorney is seeking experienced attorneys to serve as Assistant U.S. Attorneys in the Civil Division, Defense Litigation Unit of the Sacramento Office. The mission of the Defense Litigation Unit is to represent the United States and its agencies and employees in a wide variety of trial and appellate cases. The Assistant U.S. Attorney will be responsible for handling a case load which could include defense of employment discrimination cases; medical malpractice, premises liability and other tort litigation; statutory and constitutional challenges to government programs; land management decisions challenged under NEPA and other environmental statutes; Administrative Procedure Act cases; FOIA and Privacy Act cases; and Bivens civil rights suits.

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

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

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

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a State, territory, or the District of Columbia, and have at least one year of post-J.D. experience. Applicants must be active members in good standing of the bar (any jurisdiction). Ideal qualifications include at least five years of experience litigating cases in federal courts, with substantial responsibility for all aspects of discovery, trial, and appeals.

Preferred Qualifications:

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, with minimal guidance, 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.

Security Requirements:

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

Salary:

Assistant U.S. Attorneys’ pay is administratively determined, based in part on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The current recruiting range of pay is $69,761 to $163,684 (which includes 26.37% locality pay for Sacramento area).

Travel:

Occasional

Application Process:

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

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

Resumes should include a detailed description of employment history, to include dates of employment (month/year). This announcement is open until filled but no later than Friday, October 23, 2020, and applications must be postmarked by that date to be considered. Please include the vacancy announcement number listed at the top of this announcement (20-EDCA-14A) on your resume and cover letter.

No telephone calls, please.

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

Application Deadline:

October 23, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

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

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Fresno, CA

About the Office:

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

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

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

Job Description:

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

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

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

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a state, territory, or the District of Columbia, and have at least one year of post-J.D. experience. Applicants must be active members in good standing of the bar (any jurisdiction). Ideal qualifications include at least 3-5 years of experience litigating cases in federal courts, with substantial responsibility for all aspects of discovery, trial, and appeals.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Security Requirements:

Salary:

Assistant U.S. Attorneys’ pay is administratively determined, based in part on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The current recruiting range of pay is $64,009 to $150,188 (which includes 15.95% locality pay for the Fresno area).

Travel:

Travel will occasionally be required.

Application Process:

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

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

Resumes should include a detailed description of employment history, to include dates of employment (month/year). This announcement is open until filled but no later than Friday, October 23, 2020, and applications must be postmarked by that date to be considered. Please include the vacancy announcement number listed at the top of this announcement (20-EDCA-13A) on your resume and cover letter.

No telephone calls, please.

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

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

Application Deadline:

October 23, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

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

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Bakersfield, CA

About the Office:

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

Bakersfield, considered the Southern Gateway to the Central Valley, is the ninth largest city in California and one of the fastest growing regions in the nation. Steeped in music history, the city is the birthplace of the country music genre known worldwide as the Bakersfield Sound. Bakersfield is the seat of Kern County, which generates 76 percent of the state’s oil supply and ranks third among all counties in the United States in agriculture-related production. Bakersfield enjoys a wide variety of entertainment with the Centennial Garden arena, convention center, theaters, museums, and art galleries. The community is home to three minor league sports teams: The Bakersfield Blaze (baseball), The Bakersfield Condors (ice hockey), and The Bakersfield Blitz (arena football). Outdoor activities abound to include two lakes, several private and public golf courses and tennis facilities, three auto racing tracks, as well as whitewater rafting on the Kern River. Bakersfield is partially surrounded by three mountain ranges and is approximately 110 miles from Los Angeles, providing entertainment and recreational activities of all types.

Job Description:

The United States Attorney is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Criminal Division of the Bakersfield Office. The Assistant U.S. Attorney will be responsible for handling a variety of criminal cases with an emphasis on narcotics and violent crime.

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

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

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have some experience working with multi-agency task forces; will have substantial 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. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have some subject matter expertise in prosecuting gang violence and/or drug trafficking organizations.

Security Requirements:

Salary:

Assistant U.S. Attorneys’ pay is administratively determined, based in part on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The current recruiting range of pay is $73,096 to $170,700 (which includes 32.41% locality for the Bakersfield area).

Travel:

Travel will occasionally be required.

Application Process:

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

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

No telephone calls, please.

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

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

Application Deadline:

October 23, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

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

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Anchorage, AK

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Alaska serves the State of Alaska through its main office in Anchorage and two branch offices located in Fairbanks and Juneau. There are 35 Assistant United States Attorneys who prosecute federal crimes and defend and pursue the interests of the United States in civil cases. All but five of the District’s 67 employees are currently assigned to the Anchorage office. This employment opportunity is in the Anchorage Criminal Division.

Job Description:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Alaska is seeking applications from experienced attorneys who have superb research and writing skills as well as a criminal law background to fill one Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) vacancy in the Criminal Division. Additional vacancies may be filled using this announcement.

The successful candidate primarily will be responsible for handling the investigation and prosecution of federal crimes. This will include prosecuting cases such as fraud, embezzlement, other white-collar crimes, as well as firearms offenses, drug crimes, child exploitation and other violent crimes. In addition, the candidate may also be called upon to assist in the prosecution of a wide variety of other criminal cases as needed to address the district's priorities. Assistant United States Attorneys work their cases from inception through appeal, and thus, in addition to district court work, the successful candidate will be responsible for drafting appellate briefs and presenting oral arguments.

The successful candidate must have the legal acumen and experience to successfully prosecute a complex white collar, organized crime, or drug trafficking organization case, or is capable of prosecuting such a case if given the appropriate training and experience. The candidate must also have a prosecutor's professional temperament and judgment. They must have the desire to do justice, meaning to vigorously use the power of our office to protect the public, but also to protect the rights of defendants based on strong ethical beliefs. Finally, the successful candidate must be an inspiring colleague and leader, or is capable of being such a colleague and leader as they develop. Such leadership can be overt, but can also be exercised by example in day-to-day work. An essential part of being this type of colleague is being a dedicated team player; someone who believes in effective teamwork.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications: Applicants must have excellent academic credentials, a J.D. degree, an active membership in good standing of the bar of any jurisdiction, three (3) years post-J.D. experience, superior analytical abilities and oral communications skills, excellent research and writing skills, good judgment and strong character. Mentoring and training will be provided.

Salary:

Assistant U.S. Attorney pay is based upon the number of years of experience, ranging from basic pay $71,583 to $170,660 which includes locality pay. In addition, there is a non-taxable cost of living allowance where authorized.

Travel:

Some travel is required.

Application Process:

This is an open continuous announcement to fill current and future AUSA vacancies as needed. Positions are open until filled, however, applications received by September 2, 2020 will receive first consideration. (The filling of these positions is subject to the availability of funds).

Applications must be submitted through USAJobs at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/575355100. Packages should contain a résumé, cover letter and a list of references.

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

Application Deadline:

November 2, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1 or more

Trial Attorney

Job Location: Miami, FL

About the Office:

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

We invite you to visit the USTP’s Web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust; the Region 21 Web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust-regions-r21/; and the city of Miami’s Web site at https://www.miamigov.com.

Job Description:

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

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

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

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must demonstrate excellent academic and professional credentials; superior oral and written communication skills; outstanding legal research, analytical, and legal reasoning skills; outstanding judgment; and, the ability to function with minimal guidance in a demanding legal environment. Further, an applicant must have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school; be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) in good standing; and, have at least four (4) years post-J.D. professional legal or other relevant experience advocating on behalf of clients, interpreting, or applying provisions of the United States Bankruptcy Code, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and related laws, rules, and regulations that arise in bankruptcy cases.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

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

Salary:

Position is on the GS pay scale, full-time and permanent, FPL of GS-15, and possible current annual salary range is: GS-14 ($114,836–$149,284); or, GS-15 ($135,078– $170,800). Years and type of experience will determine the appropriate grade level.

Travel:

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

Application Process:

This vacancy announcement is open to all U.S. citizens.

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

A cover letter that highlights the applicant’s interest in the position and addresses in detail how all qualifications are met;
A current resume that details months and years of education and employment, and states the month and year of earliest bar admission;
A short writing sample, or part of a longer writing sample (not to exceed ten pages), which should be exclusively or primarily the applicant’s work and should include legal analysis;
DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 copy) (if applicable);
If you are a current or former federal employee, most recent (non-award) SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action;
CTAP/ICTAP documentation (if applicable); and,
Schedule (A) documentation, (if applicable).

Email the document to: ustp.employment@usdoj.gov with the subject line Trial Attorney-Miami-10-2020.

Application Deadline:

November 4, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

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

Number of Positions Available:

Law Student Volunteer

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is a unique law enforcement agency within the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), whose mission is to protect our communities from violent criminals, criminal organizations, the illegal use and trafficking of firearms, the illegal use and storage of explosives, acts of arson and bombings, acts of terrorism, and the illegal diversion of alcohol and tobacco products. As a small agency with broad, interrelated missions involving law enforcement, regulatory, compliance, and homeland-security concerns, ATF affords student interns with the opportunity to experience a variety of legal disciplines in a dynamic and collegial environment.

ATF’s Office of Chief Counsel provides legal advice and services to the Bureau nationwide in support of programs and operations. Headquarters attorneys are divided into 5 practice groups: Asset Forfeiture; Litigation; Management; General Law and Information; and Firearms and Explosives Law.

Job Description:

ATF's Office of Chief Counsel provides student interns with the opportunity to work closely with attorneys who: provide legal advice to a wide array of ATF and DOJ officials on ATF's policies, programs, and enforcement operations; review and draft potential legislation impacting ATF's authority and enforcement capabilities; and handle affirmative, defensive and personnel litigation for ATF. Interns can expect to research discrete legal issues, draft memoranda and correspondence, and perform other tasks as required.

Qualifications:

Students who have completed one full year of law school by summer 2021. Students who are interested in performing effective research and analysis of legal issues relating to the following areas are encouraged to apply: criminal laws and regulatory policy governing alcohol, tobacco, firearms and explosives; civil litigation, including employment, tort, and administrative challenges brought under the Administrative Procedures Act (APA); fiscal law; ethics; asset forfeiture and seized property; and disclosure law. Students must be a U.S. citizen and will be subject to a security background investigation due to the sensitive nature of the work.

Salary:

Uncompensated, volunteer position. Course credit is available depending on law school requirements.

Application Process:

Please submit (1) a cover letter (including dates available) expressing your interest, (2) a resume, and (3) a brief writing sample (8 page maximum), via E-mail with “Summer 2021” in the subject line to CHIEFCOUNSEL-INTERNSHIPS@ATF.GOV. Please include all materials in one PDF file.

Applications accepted on a rolling basis but must be submitted no later than December 1, 2020 for current 2L students, and by January 1, 2021 for current 1L students.

Application Deadline:

December 1, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

3-5

Uncompensated Special Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: San Jose, CA

About the Office:

The Northern District of California is one of the largest U.S. Attorney’s Offices in the country with 138 attorneys located in the three-staffed offices: San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. The office prosecutes federal crimes, defends, and pursues the interest of the United States in civil cases. The office is responsible for representing the federal government in virtually all litigation involving violations of federal law, civil lawsuits against the government, and actions to collect judgments and restitution of behalf of victims and taxpayers.

The district stretches from the Monterey Coast to California’s northern border with Oregon, and from the Pacific Ocean nearly to Sacramento in the East. The total population of our district is more than 7.3 million. The District's main office is in the San Francisco with branch offices in Oakland and San Jose, CA.

If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career, this is the position for you! With a diverse and talented workforce of over 100,000 men and women, Justice leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. You can 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 SAUSA will be responsible for prosecuting offenders for alleged violations of various federal criminal laws, including violations of firearms and narcotics statutes. As experience is built, the SAUSA may be given the opportunity to work on more complex cases, such as computer hacking and organized crime cases. The SAUSA’s duties entail handling cases from the initiation of federal investigation or charges, through disposition and sentencing. The SAUSA will gain experience participating in various in-court proceedings such as guilty pleas, motions hearings, and jury trial. The SAUSA will also prosecute misdemeanor cases arising out of the federal enclaves located in Santa Clara and Monterey Counties.

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

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1 year 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. Additional, it is desired that the successful candidate have a strong academic credential and at least two years of post- J.D. experience.

If you currently represent an opposing party in litigation with the U.S. Department of Justice, please refer to Rule 3-310 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct. 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.

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

Occasional

Application Process:

Please use the this link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/565133700

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

Application Deadline:

December 7, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant U.S. Attorney

Job Location: Oklahoma City, OK

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Oklahoma is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This office prosecutes federal crimes and defends the interests of the United States Government in civil cases.

Job Description:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Oklahoma seeks motivated, prosecution-minded attorneys to serve 12-month temporary AUSA appointments in the Criminal Division. The District is led by the United States Attorney who serves as the chief federal law enforcement officer for 40 counties from central to western Oklahoma. The District also includes 22 federally recognized tribes. Our mission is to protect and serve the citizens of the Western District through the ethical, vigorous, fair, and impartial enforcement of the laws of the United States while observing the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Due to the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in McGirt v. Oklahoma, the District seeks to fill multiple Criminal AUSA positions as we prepare for an increase in cases arising out of Indian Country. Assignments to the Criminal Division may include responsibility for all phases of criminal prosecution, from providing guidance to law enforcement officers, initiating criminal charges, conducting grand jury proceedings and trials, and handling appeals. Prior prosecution experience is preferred.

This announcement is used to fill 12-month temporary Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) appointments in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The filling of positions is subject to availability of funds.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications:

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

Preferred qualifications:

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

Salary:

Assistant United States Attorneys’ pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay for this position is $64,009.00 to $167,423.00 which includes 15.95% locality pay.

Travel:

Occasional travel within and outside the District will be required.

Application Process:

This is an open continuous announcement to full current and future vacancies for this district with multiple review dates. See vacancy announcement 21-OKW-10930091-A-01 at www.usajobs.gov (Exec Office for US Attorneys). See “How to Apply” section of announcement for instructions to apply on-line. Questions may be directed to Lisa Engelke, Administrative Officer, via e-mail at lisa.engelke@usdoj.gov. This announcement is open from October 2, 2020, through December 31, 2020.

Application Deadline:

December 31, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses will not be paid.

Number of Positions Available:

1 or more

Assistant United States Attorney-Riverside Branch

Job Location: Riverside, CA

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California (USAO) is responsible for representing the federal government in virtually all litigation involving the United States in the Central District of California. 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. With an authorized strength of approximately 280 Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs), the USAO is the second largest in the country. The USAO is divided into four litigating Divisions (Criminal, National Security, Civil, and Tax). The USAO's main offices are in Los Angeles. The USAO's Criminal Division has branch offices in Santa Ana and Riverside.

Job Description:

This office is interviewing for one AUSA in the Riverside Branch Office, Criminal Division. AUSAs in the Criminal Division advise federal law enforcement agents on criminal investigations, present criminal cases to the grand jury, and try criminal cases before the United States District Court. AUSAs new to the Criminal Division, including those hired for the Riverside and Santa Ana branch offices, are initially assigned to the General Crimes Section in Los Angeles, where they receive training in the handling of federal criminal investigations and prosecutions. Upon completion of their tenure in the General Crimes Section, AUSAs hired for the branch offices are assigned there, and AUSAs remaining in Los Angeles are assigned to one of the Criminal Division’s senior sections.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction) and have at least 3 years post-J.D. experience. If not already an active member of the California bar, any applicant hired will be required to take (prior to their entry on duty date) and subsequently pass the California bar exam. AUSAs must become active members of the California bar and maintain California bar membership.

Preferred qualifications:

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

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

Salary:

AUSA pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number years of professional attorney experience. The range of pay is $93,562 to $170,700 including locality pay authorized.

Travel:

Travel may be required between 1-5 nights per month or more depending on the needs of any particular case assignment, both within and outside the district.

Application Process:

Attorneys seeking a position as an AUSA should complete TWO documents:

The application in native .pdf form (click here to reach application): APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AS AN ASSISTANT UNITED STATES ATTORNEY CENTRAL DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA; and
A second .pdf containing, in the following order, a cover letter to the attention of First Assistant United States Attorney Tracy Wilkison, resume, law school transcript, and brief writing sample which demonstrates an ability to write persuasively.

The two PDFs should be e-mailed to USACAC.AUSAHiring@usdoj.gov. Please be sure to indicate that you are applying for the Riverside Branch Office and include all jurisdictions in which admitted to practice law.

NOTE: The application must be submitted in a particular way in order to be uploaded successfully into our system. Specifically, it must remain in native .pdf format with the form fields intact to upload. If it cannot be uploaded, we will ask you to submit again. To submit the application correctly:

Use a full version of Adobe Acrobat to fill out the application. Do not use simply the Viewer software.
After you open the application, first download or “save as” the blank application to your computer/ desktop. Then, open it fresh into Adobe. You can then enter the data and save the application as a PDF.
You do not need to manually or digitally sign the application; your name will fill in.
Do not save any attachments to the application PDF.
Do not print to PDF, or print, sign and scan the document to PDF.

This position is open until filled, but applications will be considered on a rolling basis until December 31, 2020. No telephone calls, please.

Application Deadline:

December 31, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Hiring is for one AUSA in the Riverside Branch Office, Criminal Division. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. Persons with pending applications with the USAO need not reapply.

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: San Francisco, CA

About the Office:

The Northern District of California is one of the largest U.S. Attorney’s Offices in the country with 133 attorneys located in the three-staffed offices: San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. The Office prosecutes federal crimes, defends, and pursues the interest of the United States in civil cases. The office is responsible for representing the federal government in virtually all litigation involving violations of federal law, civil lawsuits against the government, and actions to collect judgments and restitution of behalf of victims and taxpayers.

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement in Oakland, San Francisco or San Jose, CA.

Job Description:

Employment with the USAO offers a unique and challenging experience for the highly motivated attorney: an opportunity to litigate a broad range of cases involving significant and complex issues on behalf of the United States in federal court. Working in the Civil Division, you will be part of a dedicated team representing the United States and federal agencies in a variety of cases, including, employment, tort, constitutional, FOIA, Administrative Procedure Act, and False Claims Act cases.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least three (3) years of experience as a licensed attorney (or post-law school graduation judicial clerkships) preparing for, participating in, and/or reviewing formal hearings or trials involving litigation at the federal, state, or local court level.

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in any state, U.S. Territory or the District of Columbia. Applicants must be active members in good standing of the bar (any jurisdiction).

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 submission date of your application.

Salary:

The range of basic pay is $83,892 to $170,700. which includes 41.44% locality pay.

Travel:

Occasional

Application Process:

Please apply using this direct link - https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/567198400

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

Application Deadline:

December 31, 2020

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Orientation & Mobility Specialist

Job Location: Seattle, WA

About the Office:

We are a successful manufacturing organization with over 60 years of experience in precision machining as well as being a professional service provider and federal contractor. We produce an array of machined parts and plastic injection molding for various aerospace manufacturers, as well as a host of office products and hydration equipment. The Lighthouse also offers a variety of services to our commercial, federal, and military customers. These include Contract Management Support (CMS) services for government contracting offices and a Contact Center which places and receives inbound and outbound calls. We also own and operate base supply center stores on military bases along the West Coast.

If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic and engaged social enterprise that values: Accessibility, Accountability, Communication, Community, Confidentiality, Respect, Safety, Teamwork, Training, and Upward Mobility, you are encouraged to apply for the below position.

Job Description:

The purpose of this position is to provide OM training, education/consultation and technical assistance to people who are blind, DeafBlind, or blind with other disabilities, as well as education to employees and community members, and various departments throughout the Lighthouse and Base Supply Centers.

Responsibilities:

Organize, plan and provide O & M evaluation and instruction to people who are blind, blind with other disabilities, or DeafBlind, including employees and community members.
Provide education/consultation and technical assistance to Lighthouse personnel and community members as appropriate, including all Lighthouse locations. Some travel with advance notice may be required.
Work cooperatively with Accommodations, Operations, Safety, and Maintenance personnel to make recommendations for accommodations.
Work cooperatively with local transit authorities to provide consultation, input and expertise.
Work cooperatively to develop and maintain relationships with adaptive equipment vendors.
Assess basic low vision needs for employees and other participants.
Attend staff, program and department meetings as required.
Monitor and maintain stock of low vision and mobility related equipment for employee purchases and/or use.
Coordinate with other OMs to ensure other Lighthouse sites such as JBLM and CMS have training and accommodation support or as needed (magnifiers, CCTVs, lighting recommendation, mobility instruction, cane tips, etc.).
Travel to other Base Supply Centers as requested, and/or find local resource to provide training.
Participate and/or support ECS Department initiatives as needed (such as DeafBlind Retreat), and Lighthouse Strategic Plan initiatives.
Participate in development of program-wide goals and measurements.
Deliver services defined in grants and contracts.
Develop and maintain positive relationships in the OM professional arena.
Maintain files, provide documentation, data collection, reports, and summaries as needed.
Develop annual budgets and work plans.
Maintain certification.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of accommodation resources.
Ability to problem-solve effectively.
Ability to take initiative, function autonomously, and be dependable.
Ability to produce high-quality written documents, including correspondence, reports, etc.
Comprehensive knowledge of PC applications, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, browser, and database software.
Professional demeanor.
Demonstrated excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Willingness to work as a team member.
Mature judgment and sensitivity in interpersonal relations and among diverse groups.
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
BA or MA in Orientation and Mobility required.
ACVREP certification required.
Three (3) + years’ experience providing Orientation and Mobility training and instruction preferred.
Dual competency in Orientation & Mobility and Rehabilitation Teaching preferred.
ASL 4 skills or above preferred.
Ability to work schedule as assigned.

Application Process:

Apply online at https://lhblind.org/jobs/.

Application Deadline:

December 31, 2020

Number of Positions Available:

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