ACB Job Connection | American Council of the Blind

Updated 1/15/2021

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.

Trial Attorney, Washington, DC
Assistant United States Attorney, Philadelphia, PA
Assistant United States Attorney, Detroit, MI
Communications Consultant/Braille Proofreader, Vancouver, WA
Trial Attorney, Washington, DC
Supervisory Attorney Advisor (Section Chief), Washington, DC
Volunteer Law Clerk, New Orleans, LA
Law Student Volunteer, Summer, Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Assistant United States Trustee, Tulsa, OK
Assistant United States Trustee, Louisville, KY
Assistant United States Trustee, San Antonio, TX
OCDETF FOIA Attorney, Washington, DC
Summer Law Student Volunteer, Springfield, Urbana, Peoria, Rock Island, IL
Law Student Volunteer, Summer 2021, Providence, RI
Attorney-Advisor (General), Springfield, VA
Assistant United States Attorney, Bakersfield, CA
Assistant United States Attorney, Sacramento, CA
Assistant United States Attorney, Sacramento, CA
Assistant United States Attorney, Miami, FL
Grant Writer, Seattle, WA
Law Student Volunteer, Summer 2021, Human Rights And Special Prosecutions Section, Washington, DC
Law Student Volunteer, Sioux Falls, SD
Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal), Philadelphia, PA
Volunteer Summer Law Program, San Juan, PR
Volunteer Law Student, Denver, CO
Assistant United States Attorney, San Francisco, CA
Braille Transcriber, Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Level Associate Attorney – Regulatory, Washington, DC
Teacher, Collaborative Visually Impaired (VI), Helen Keller School, Talladega, AL

Trial Attorney

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The mission of the National Security Division (NSD) is to coordinate the Department’s efforts in carrying out its core mission of combating terrorism and protecting national security. NSD is responsible for supervising the enforcement of all federal criminal laws related to counterterrorism and counterespionage, except those specifically assigned to other divisions. NSD also serves as the Department of Justice’s liaison to the United States Intelligence Community (USIC) and represents the government and the USIC before the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. NSD advises the Attorney General regarding all matters of national security policy.

CTS is responsible for assisting in the design, implementation, and support of law enforcement efforts and strategies relating to combating international and domestic terrorism. Through investigation and prosecution, CTS seeks to assist in preventing and disrupting acts of terrorism that may occur anywhere in the world, and that impact U.S. persons and/or significant United States interests. Through participation in terrorism training exercises with the interagency community and other emergency preparedness-related activities, CTS seeks to enhance the ability to combat, prepare for and respond to terrorist threats.

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:

CTS is seeking experienced attorneys to work in all areas of the counterterrorism mission, including the application of investigative techniques to the task of identifying and disrupting terrorist plots before they occur. CTS Trial Attorneys work closely with agents from the FBI, the CTS Regional Coordinators, and the National Security Anti-Terrorism Advisory Council (ATAC) Coordinators and terrorism prosecutors in U.S. Attorneys’ Offices throughout the country to support investigations, review intelligence, and assist in the resulting criminal litigation. CTS Trial Attorneys also develop policies, plans, operations and initiatives to promote the enforcement of terrorism statutes. In addition to its case-related work, CTS Trial Attorneys are occasionally engaged in identifying terrorist trends and patterns, foreign and domestic training, public speaking, and topical writing in this enforcement area. CTS Trial Attorneys are also involved with the design of, and participation in, terrorism training exercises with the interagency community, and other emergency preparedness-related activities, as part of CTS’s efforts to prepare for and respond to terrorist threats.

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 4-5 years of post J.D. professional experience to be qualified at the GS-15 level. Applicants must also have superior academic credentials, writing and analytic skills, and have significant criminal trial experience.

Applicants must also be able to qualify for the highest and most sensitive security clearances.

It is the policy of the National Security Division to request a three-year commitment for all attorney positions.

Salary:

GS-15: $144,128 - $172,500 (per annum)

Travel:

Periodic travel will be required.

Application Process:

To apply for a Trial Attorney position with CTS, please submit a resume and a cover letter (highlighting your relevant experience), a writing sample (no longer than 15 pages which exhibits your own written advocacy skills), and a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (if available), to:

CTS.Admin@usdoj.gov.

No telephone calls, please.

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:

January 27, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

May be authorized

Number of Positions Available:

One or more

Assistant United States Attorney (UIF)

Job Location: Philadelphia, PA

About the Office:

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania serves one of the largest metropolitan areas in the United States. The District comprises a nine-county area in southeastern Pennsylvania with a population of 5.2 million people. The District’s principal office is in Philadelphia, with a staffed branch office in Allentown.

Job Description:

The office is accepting applications from experienced attorneys to prosecute Unemployment Insurance Fraud cases. All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a temporary basis, pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member in good standing of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction, and have at least three years of post-J.D. legal experience. The applicant must submit a resume.

Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess outstanding investigation and litigation skills, legal writing and research skills, courtroom skills, and demonstrated commitment to professionalism and public service.

All qualification requirements must be satisfied upon the closing date of this announcement.

Type of Position: This is a one-year term position (to end no later than March 26, 2022) that may be extended for an additional year. This position may be extended or made permanent without further competition.

Salary:

The maximum salary for this position is $108,394 annually. This maximum salary accounts for locality pay for the Philadelphia area and thus will not be increased further.

Travel:

Occasional travel within and outside the district is required.

Application Process:

Please include on your resume months and years of all periods of education and employment, as well as state and month and year of your earliest bar admission. Resumes and cover letters must be submitted via electronic mail to William M. McSwain, United States Attorney, at the following email address. Include UI Fraud in the subject line of your email to: USAPAE.AUSA.CRIMINAL.RECRUIT@USDOJ.GOV PDF format is preferred. Please do not send via U.S. mail. Due to the tremendous volume of applications we receive, we will only respond to those whom we select for an interview.

Application Deadline:

January 27, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Detroit, MI

About the Office:

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

Job Description:

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

Civil Division cases encompass affirmative litigation where the United States is seeking some type of monetary recovery or injunctive relief (e.g., civil rights, judgment enforcement, bankruptcy, asset forfeiture) and defensive cases involving a variety of lawsuits brought against the federal government.

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

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

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

Qualifications:

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

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

Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to federal employees: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits

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

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

Salary:

The range of starting pay (including locality differential applicable to the USAO, Eastern District of Michigan’s Detroit duty station) is $64,649 to $172,400.

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required.

Application Process:

Applications for this vacancy will be accepted through January 28, 2021. Applicants are evaluated by the Hiring Committee on the basis of such factors as academic performance, trial experience, research and writing ability, oral communication skills, and other legal and community service and experience.

Interested persons should provide the following information:

A cover letter, which must include the vacancy number listed above and the date;
A detailed resume;
One writing sample that is 10 pages or less;
A completed questionnaire (see attached).

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

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

Please use only one method of application (email or traditional mail), and do not send multiple applications. Applications must be received or postmarked by January 28, 2021.

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

For additional information regarding application procedures for AUSA positions, please direct e-mail inquiries to: USAMIE.HIRE@USDOJ.GOV.

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

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

Announcements for other DOJ attorney vacancies may be viewed at:

http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/attvacancies.html

Application Deadline:

January 28, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

One or more

Communications Consultant/Braille Proofreader

Job Location: Vancouver, WA

About the Office:

The mission of the Washington State School for the Blind is to provide specialized quality educational services to youth ages birth/21 within the state of Washington. Our purpose is to serve as a statewide demonstration and resource center and provide direct/indirect services to students both on campus and in the children's local communities. Each employee plays a critical role for the school and our students. We value our employees and continuously encourage them to improve the way we provide service to our students and the community.

Job Description:

The Washington State School for the Blind is currently recruiting for a Communications Consultant Braille Proofreader. This position reports to the Ogden Resource Center Director and must interact with the Braille Program Specialist, braille transcribers, and print copyholders daily to accomplish the task of quality control through proofreading.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Proofreads and corrects braille material, giving suggestions to transcribers on how to improve clarity, flow, organization, errors, and citing rules and guidelines set forth by the Braille Authority of North America (BANA), state guidelines and agency policies.
Writes complete, concise proofreader reports.
Acts as statewide Braille Consultant.
Corrects the state mandated braille competency examinations.
Explains sometimes complex or technical information regarding braille rules, regulations and procedures.
Provides instruction for inmate transcribers that are part of our braille prison program.
Checks Perkins Braillers, Braille Displays, and specialized electronic devices for functionality and mechanical problems and performs firmware updates as required.
Makes public presentations pertaining to braille, blindness and technologies.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Two years’ experience in Braille proofreading, with demonstrated expertise in the Literary, Textbook, Foreign Language and Nemeth Braille codes as set forth by BANA.
Strong computer skills including experience in using electronic mail, internet, word processing, and fundamental electronic troubleshooting.
Ability to understand, interpret and retain information from BANA guidelines and effectively apply the information in communicating with others.
Communicate via phone, e-mail, and web conferencing applications while acting as a Braille Consultant to the public.
Ability to effectively express ideas through the spoken word using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience.
Must have a current National Library of Congress (NLS) UEB Literary certificate or ability to obtain one by hire date.
Must obtain National Library of Congress Proofreading Certificate within one year of hire date.
Must be able to pass a full FBI fingerprint and Washington State Patrol criminal background check.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with at least one foreign language is highly desirable.
Experience reading music is highly desirable.

Salary:

$3,701 - $4,974 Monthly

Application Process:

Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/2923731/communications-consultant-braille-proofreader?keywords=communications&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs.

Read the following instructions completely:

The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the “work experience” section of your application material.
A resume will not substitute for completing the “work experience” section of the application.
All information may be verified and documentation may be required.

Prior to any new appointment, a Washington State Patrol and FBI criminal background check will be conducted.

Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, please email Anne.Baker@wssb.wa.gov.

The state of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance with their application or that need this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 947-3311. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Trial Attorney

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The Tax Division is hiring criminal lawyers who have a passion for litigation, a deep interest in public service, and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently. Litigation experience is required, and criminal litigation experience is preferred. Familiarity with tax law, managing complex litigation, and the use of technology in organizing, developing, and presenting a case at trial is helpful, but not required.

The mission of the Tax Division is to enforce the nation's tax laws fully, fairly, and consistently, through both criminal and civil litigation, in order to promote voluntary compliance with the tax laws, maintain public confidence in the integrity of the tax system, and promote the sound development of the law. The attorneys in the Criminal Enforcement Sections represent the United States in litigation in U.S. District Courts across the country.

The U.S. Department of Justice ranked 12th among large size agencies and the Tax Division ranked as the #1 litigating division in the Department of Justice and consistently in the top 10% of sub-agencies surveyed by the Partnership for Public Service for its 2019 "Best Places to Work". We seek to create a work environment and organizational culture that reflect the diversity of American society, and that foster the success of every employee by appreciating and building upon the skills, experiences, and uniqueness that each employee brings to the workplace.

We place a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspective and encourage applications from all interested eligible candidates, including attorneys of all ages from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, all sexual orientations and gender identities, political affiliations, marital or parental status, religious backgrounds, with or without disabilities, and with or without military service.

For more information about the Tax Division, please see https://www.justice.gov/tax.

Job Description:

The Tax Division's jurisdiction is the United States - accordingly, travel to multiple jurisdictions is an essential component of the job. Travel frequency and location varies and is based on the attorney's litigation schedule.

Trial attorneys in the Criminal Enforcement Sections have a significant amount of responsibility and work in a collegial environment with experienced litigators. Persuasive legal writing, oral advocacy, and ability to analyze and organize significant documentary evidence are critical components of the position. Our attorneys work with federal agents to investigate and prosecute offenses arising under the internal revenue laws and related federal statutes. Our attorneys' responsibilities encompass the investigative use of the grand jury and other investigative techniques, such as search warrants. Attorneys also engage in all facets of criminal litigation, including indictment, motions practice, jury trial, and sentencing. Besides working with federal agents, a trial attorney usually works with another Criminal Tax Division Trial Attorney and Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSA) litigating matters as the lead attorney, second chair, or consulting attorney. Our cases involve traditional violations of criminal tax laws by taxpayers having legal sources of income, including, for example, tax evasion and the filing of false tax returns, as well as cases involving tax defiers, identity theft, financial institution fraud, securities fraud, health care fraud, public corruption, organized crime activities, and narcotics trafficking.

Qualifications:

The Tax Division anticipates hiring criminal litigators with varying levels of experience. Applicants must have at least 3 years of full-time post-J.D. litigation experience by the closing date of the announcement. Litigation experience is required, and criminal litigation experience is preferred.

Applicants should have a strong demonstrated interest in federal litigation and trial work; strong writing, oral-advocacy, research, and organizational skills; an academic background that demonstrates a commitment to producing professional work of a consistently outstanding caliber; and the ability to handle multiple matters concurrently. The work of the Criminal Enforcement Trial Sections requires the application of analytical, research, and writing skills to complex and significant issues involving all aspects of criminal law and criminal tax enforcement. Persuasiveness, judgment, initiative, and a collaborative orientation are also highly valued. Familiarity with tax law and the use of technology in organizing, developing, and presenting a case at trial is helpful, but not required. Candidates should also have a strong interest in developing their litigation skills, in learning about and applying new technologies, remaining current on developments in the law, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Applicants with an accounting, tax, or business background are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must possess a J.D. degree and must be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any state or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia.

Active bar membership (of any jurisdiction) is required.

Applicants who accept an offer of employment will be required to undergo a background check.

Attorneys selected for a position in the Tax Division must commit to working for the Tax Division for three years.

Although applicants who are not citizens of the United States but who meet certain criteria may be considered for employment, Department security requirements generally require that most employees be U.S. citizens, with limited exceptions. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens will need to be approved by the Department before they can be approved to enter on duty.

Salary:

Years of experience will be considered in determining the salary level. Positions may be filled at the GS-12 - GS-14 levels. Positions may occasionally be filled at the GS-15 level.

Travel:

The amount of travel can be significant. Travel frequency and location varies and is based on the attorney's litigation schedule.

Application Process:

Applications must include a cover letter, resume, law school and any advanced degree transcripts, a list of three professional references, and a completed assessment questionnaire. All documents should be provided in either PDF or MS Word format. The cover letter, which should not exceed two single-spaced pages, should describe how your background and qualifications make you well suited for the position as a Trial Attorney. Accordingly, you should specifically provide a description of prior litigation experience, and your interest in public service and the Tax Division in particular. Failure to include all required documents may affect consideration of your application. Candidates selected for further consideration may be required to submit a writing sample prior to an interview.

To apply for this position, you must apply online through USAJOBS. Please use the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/587994800. Complete the assessment questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section of the USAJOBS Vacancy Announcement.

Applicants who are eligible for veterans' preference or consideration under a special hiring authority (such as programs for individuals with disabilities) must submit appropriate documentation demonstrating eligibility. Please see the description of required documentation in the USAJOBS announcement.

Department of Justice attorneys eligible for priority consideration under the Department's Reemployment Priority List Program must include notice to the Division of their eligibility in their application package.

Application Deadline:

January 29, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Several

Supervisory Attorney Advisor (Section Chief), GS-15

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The mission of the National Security Division (NSD) is to coordinate the Department’s efforts in carrying out its top priority of preventing and combating terrorism and protecting the national security. NSD provides legal and policy advice on national security matters; litigates counterterrorism, counterintelligence, and foreign intelligence surveillance matters; represents the Government before the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) and other federal trial and appellate courts; conducts oversight over FBI national security investigations; and oversees Intelligence Community (IC) elements’ foreign intelligence collection under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).

NSD’s Office of Intelligence (OI) consists of the Operations Section, Oversight Section, and Litigation Section. NSD created a separate Litigation Section to ensure sufficient resources are devoted to FISA-related litigation and to help prosecutors handle evidentiary and discovery issues in such matters. The Litigation Section of OI reviews and prepares requests for Attorney General authorization to use FISA information in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings. The Litigation Section also drafts motions and briefs and responds to defense motions to disclose FISA applications and to suppress the fruits of FISA collection. Finally, the Section works to ensure the consistent application of FISA in trial and appellate courts nationwide.

The incumbent of this position serves as the Section Chief of OI’s Litigation Section. The Section Chief exercises full responsibility for carrying out all policy, programmatic, and managerial matters assigned or required to assure effective and efficient supervision and coordination of intelligence-related litigation in OI. The Section Chief works under the supervision of the Deputy Assistant Attorney General for FISA Operations and Intelligence Oversight and the Assistant Attorney General for National Security.

Job Description:

NSD is seeking an experienced Supervisory Attorney Advisor to serve as the Chief of the Litigation Section. The major duties include:

Performs all duties assigned or required to execute the programmatic, legal, and administrative agenda of OI and NSD related to intelligence litigation, particularly litigation implicating FISA.
Coordinates and oversees intelligence-related litigation matters, including evaluating and reviewing requests to use or disclose information collected under FISA in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings.
Coordinates with prosecutors on national security investigations and prosecutions involving the use of foreign intelligence information, including responding to requests for discovery of such information, motions to suppress, and all other litigation matters involving the use of intelligence information in criminal cases.
Develops and conducts training for counterterrorism and counterintelligence prosecutors and agents regarding the use of foreign intelligence information.
Coordinates national security, intelligence, and law enforcement initiatives at the highest levels of government. Provides legal advice and assistance to senior Department officials on legal and policy issues in the area of intelligence-related litigation.
Coordinates with IC and law enforcement agencies in order to achieve U.S. intelligence and other national security objectives. Represents NSD when interacting with other agencies on legal, policy and operational issues. Participates in meetings, planning sessions, committees, task forces, and other forums and updates Department leadership and staff on pending issues.
Supervises and rates a GS-15 level manager and supervises subordinate attorneys assigned to the Litigation Section. Plans, directs, and reviews work to be accomplished by subordinates. As required, establishes program emphasis, develops operating policies and guidelines, and communicates policies and priorities. In furtherance of these functions, determines and implements internal organization, practices, training needs, and improvements in work processes and procedures.
Ensures that resource enhancements necessary for proposed priorities are identified and justified. Uses efficient and cost effective approaches to integrate technology into the workplace for improved program effectiveness.
Promotes and supports the Division’s equal employment policies and programs designed to enhance workforce diversity aims. Demonstrates a firm commitment to applying merit promotion principles in all aspects of hiring, selection, training and development, and employee retention.

Qualifications:

Applicants must be able to qualify for the highest and most sensitive security clearances.
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree with at least five years of post-J.D. experience and be an active member of a bar (any jurisdiction).
Applicants must also possess excellent analytical and writing skills and have experience with federal criminal practice, procedure, and litigation.
Applicants must have experience in leading attorneys and/or managing complex projects or litigation matters.
Experience involving the use of classified material in criminal litigation is strongly preferred.
Applicants must be able to develop and maintain close and collaborative working relationships with colleagues within the Department and the IC.
Applicants must have the dedication and capacity to work both independently and collaboratively in a very demanding environment.

Please clearly explain in your cover letter your experience and skills that bear on the above qualifications. Candidates selected for this position with NSD are expected to make a three-year commitment.

Salary:

GS-15: $142,701 -$170,800 per annum

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required.

Application Process:

Please submit the following documents:

A cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience, describing your interest in the Litigation Section, and explaining how your professional experiences relate to the qualifications listed above;
A copy of your resume;
A current performance appraisal (if a current performance appraisal
is available);

Please submit your completed application package to the following email address (preferred): Tammy.Green@usdoj.gov, with the subject line “Litigation Section Chief Vacancy.”

Or, via U.S. Mail to:

U.S. Department of Justice
National Security Division
950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20530
ATTN: Tammy Green
Litigation Section Chief Vacancy

Please submit applications by January 30, 2021.

Application Deadline:

January 30, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Volunteer Law Clerk

Job Location: New Orleans, LA

About the Office:

The United States Attorney's Office serves as the principal litigator for its judicial district and is responsible for coordinating multiple agency investigations within the district. The United States Attorney has the responsibility and authority to prosecute violations of federal criminal statutes, defend the government in civil actions, seek the enforcement of a variety of civil enforcement statutes, and institute proceedings for the collection of fines and penalties among other things.

Job Description:

Typical assignments will include assisting with all aspects of case preparation, including: researching legal issues, drafting/writing motions and responses and various pleadings, providing trial support to Assistant United States Attorneys, and assembling exhibits for trial. Students also observe trials in the District Court and appellate arguments at the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

Qualifications:

Second- and third-year law students. Law school graduates are not eligible for volunteer law clerk positions. Must be a U.S. citizen and will be subject to a background investigation due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by the office.

Salary:

Volunteer (uncompensated). Course credit is available depending on school requirements.

Travel:

Not required

Application Process:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, official law school transcript, legal writing sample, date when available, and telephone number(s) where the student can be reached in the day and evenings. Applications should be submitted by 11:59PM EST to USALAE.JobsLawClerks@usdoj.gov.

Application Deadline:

January 31, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

Will not be paid.

Number of Positions Available:

Law Student Volunteer, Summer

Job Location: Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) in the Virgin Islands is responsible for representing the United States in criminal and civil matters in the federal courts of the Virgin Islands. The USAO has offices located in St. Thomas and St. Croix. The United States Attorney is the chief federal law enforcement officer for the district.

Further information about the District of the Virgin Islands may be found at: https://www.justice.gov/usao-vi.

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:

Assignments may include, but are not limited to, assisting attorneys with legal research; providing assistance in the drafting of pleadings; trial preparation; assistance in the drafting of responsive pleadings, dispositive motions, memoranda of law, and appellate briefs; and providing logistical support to office personnel. The law student volunteers will become familiar with the practices and procedures of a USAO and will gain valuable federal litigation experience. In addition, they may attend depositions, meetings with investigative agents, and court proceedings in cases on which they have worked or have a general interest.

Length of service during the internship and hours of duty will be determined by the student in conjunction with a representative from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of the Virgin Islands.

Internship Location: St. Thomas or St. Croix, US Virgin Islands

Qualifications:

Acceptance of applications for this announcement will be limited to first-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students. An eligible student is an individual who is enrolled in an accredited law school pursuing a Juris Doctor degree and is taking at least a half-time academic course load in an accredited university. Successful candidates must have outstanding academic records, superior writing skills, and be in good academic standing at his/her university. U.S. citizenship is required.

Due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by the office, all offers to candidates are conditioned upon the successful completion of a federal background check.

Salary:

Uncompensated. Course credit, work-study, and externship opportunities are available.

Application Process:

Please send cover letter and resume to:

Anthony Fontaine
U.S. Attorney’s Office
5500 Veterans Drive, Suite 260
St. Thomas, VI 00802-6214

Applications may also be emailed to:

USAVI.Internship.Applications@usdoj.gov

Application Deadline:

January 31, 2021

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Trustee

Job Location: Tulsa, OK

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 www.justice.gov/ust; the Region 20 Web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust-regions-r20/region-20-northern-and-eastern-districts-oklahoma; and the city of Tulsa’s Web site at https://www.cityoftulsa.org/.

Job Description:

The USTP is seeking an experienced attorney to fill the position of Assistant United States Trustee in Tulsa, OK. The Tulsa office is in Region 20 of the USTP and covers the Northern and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma.

The Assistant United States Trustee leads the activities of the field office. Among the key duties are:

Overseeing the administration of bankruptcy cases filed under Chapters 7, 11, 12, and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code;
Directing the office’s civil enforcement activities to address violations of the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, including directing difficult, complex, or precedent-setting cases;
Developing an effective criminal referral program and partnering with law enforcement to support the investigation and prosecution of bankruptcy and bankruptcy-related crimes in the district;
Supervising litigation in Chapter 11 cases to ensure compliance with the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, including as they relate to professional employment, conflicts of interest, professional and executive compensation, and financial accountability;
Overseeing and evaluating the activities of private trustees who handle the day-to-day administration of bankruptcy cases;
Managing a staff of trial attorneys, auditors, paralegals, and support staff, including supervising work at the office and regional level in accordance with principles of shared staffing and functional consolidation;
Creating a culture that values human resources and the contributions necessary to maintaining a mission-driven focus;
Advising and partnering with the United States Trustee and headquarters on policy questions, legal issues of national importance arising in cases, and other significant matters and implementing policies and strategies designed to faithfully execute a uniform application of bankruptcy law; and
Fostering productive relationships with the private trustees, bankruptcy judges, bankruptcy clerks’ offices, and bankruptcy professionals within the district.

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a J.D. degree from an accredited law school; be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction); and have a least five (5) years of post-J.D. legal experience advocating on behalf of clients and interpreting and 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. In addition, the most desirable candidates will possess:

Three or more years of management experience;
Excellent academic and professional credentials;
Superior oral and written communication skills;
Experience analyzing complex legal problems and developing litigation strategies;
Sound judgment and the ability to address and accurately articulate issues arising in a large volume of cases with minimal guidance;
Outstanding organizational skills;
The ability to set, manage, and balance diverse, evolving, and challenging projects and priorities;
Strong information technology skills, including using databases and IT systems to manage work;
Experience working with, or for, federal agencies; and,
A commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

If selected for this position, official proof of a J.D. degree and bar membership (including certification of good standing) is required.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must obtain a favorably adjudicated Background Investigation (Public Trust), including drug testing.

Upon entry on duty, the successful candidate will be required to complete an initial public financial disclosure report, with annual reports required thereafter. More information concerning this requirement can be obtained at: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/financial-disclosure.

Salary:

This is a full-time, career position and the salary is Administratively Determined (AD). Current salary ranges for Assistant United States Trustee range from $109,366 to $168,200 per annum, plus benefits. Experience will determine the salary.

Travel:

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

Application Process:

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

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

Please use the following naming convention for your document: Last name, first name, AUST-Tulsa-01-2021. The document should be emailed to ustp.employment@usdoj.gov with the subject line AUST-Tulsa-01-2021.

Application Deadline:

February 3, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

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

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Trustee

Job Location: Louisville, KY

About the Office:

We invite you to visit the USTP’s Web site at www.justice.gov/ust; the Region 8 Web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust-regions-r08/region-8-western-district-kentucky; and the city of Louisville's Web site at https://louisvilleky.gov/ .

Job Description:

The USTP is seeking an experienced attorney to fill the position of Assistant United States Trustee in Louisville, KY. The Louisville office is in Region 8 of the USTP and serves the Western District of Kentucky.

The Assistant United States Trustee leads the activities of the field office. Among the key duties are:

Overseeing the administration of bankruptcy cases filed under Chapters 7, 11, 12, and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code;
Directing the office’s civil enforcement activities to address violations of the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, including directing difficult, complex, or precedent-setting cases;
Developing an effective criminal referral program and partnering with law enforcement to support the investigation and prosecution of bankruptcy and bankruptcy-related crimes in the district;
Supervising litigation in Chapter 11 cases to ensure compliance with the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, including as they relate to professional employment, conflicts of interest, professional and executive compensation, and financial accountability;
Overseeing and evaluating the activities of private trustees who handle the day-to-day administration of bankruptcy cases;
Managing a staff of trial attorneys, auditors, paralegals, and support staff, including supervising work at the office and regional level in accordance with principles of shared staffing and functional consolidation;
Creating a culture that values human resources and the contributions necessary to maintaining a mission-driven focus;
Advising and partnering with the United States Trustee and headquarters on policy questions, legal issues of national importance arising in cases, and other significant matters and implementing policies and strategies designed to faithfully execute a uniform application of bankruptcy law; and
Fostering productive relationships with the private trustees, bankruptcy judges, bankruptcy clerks’ offices, and bankruptcy professionals within the district.

Qualifications:

Three or more years of management experience;
Excellent academic and professional credentials;
Superior oral and written communication skills;
Experience analyzing complex legal problems and developing litigation strategies;
Sound judgment and the ability to address and accurately articulate issues arising in a large volume of cases with minimal guidance;
Outstanding organizational skills;
The ability to set, manage, and balance diverse, evolving, and challenging projects and priorities;
Strong information technology skills, including using databases and IT systems to manage work;
Experience working with, or for, federal agencies; and,
A commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

If selected for this position, official proof of a J.D. degree and bar membership (including certification of good standing) is required.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must obtain a favorably adjudicated Background Investigation (Public Trust), including drug testing.

Salary:

Travel:

Periodic travel is required, depending on work assignments and for training.

Application Process:

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

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

Please use the following naming convention for your document: Last name, first name, AUST-Louisville-01-2021. The document should be emailed to ustp.employment@usdoj.gov with the subject line AUST-Louisville-01-2021.

Application Deadline:

February 3, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

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

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Trustee

Job Location: San Antonio, TX

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 chapter 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 www.justice.gov/ust; the Region 7 Web site at https://www.justice.gov/ust-regions-r07/region-7-western-district-texas-san-antonio-division; and the city of San Antonio's Web site at https://www.sanantonio.gov/.

This position will cover primarily bankruptcy cases and court proceedings in San Antonio and Corpus Christi. Primary duty location will be San Antonio, TX.

Job Description:

The USTP is seeking an experienced attorney to fill the position of Assistant United States Trustee in San Antonio, TX. The San Antonio office is in Region 7 of the USTP and serves the San Antonio, El Paso and Midland Divisions of the Western District of Texas. The applicant selected may also be asked to serve as the Assistant United States Trustee for the Corpus Christi office in Region 7, which covers the Corpus Christi, Brownsville, McAllen, and Laredo Divisions of the Southern District of Texas.

The Assistant United States Trustee leads the activities of the field office. Among the key duties are:

Overseeing the administration of bankruptcy cases filed under Chapters 7, 11, 12, and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code;
Directing the office’s civil enforcement activities to address violations of the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, including directing difficult, complex, or precedent-setting cases;
Developing an effective criminal referral program and partnering with law enforcement to support the investigation and prosecution of bankruptcy and bankruptcy-related crimes in the district;
Supervising litigation in Chapter 11 cases to ensure compliance with the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, including as they relate to professional employment, conflicts of interest, professional and executive compensation, and financial accountability;
Overseeing and evaluating the activities of private trustees who handle the day-to-day administration of bankruptcy cases;
Managing a staff of trial attorneys, auditors, paralegals, and support staff, including supervising work at the office and regional level in accordance with principles of shared staffing and functional consolidation;
Creating a culture that values human resources and the contributions necessary to maintaining a mission-driven focus;
Advising and partnering with the United States Trustee and headquarters on policy questions, legal issues of national importance arising in cases, and other significant matters and implementing policies and strategies designed to faithfully execute a uniform application of bankruptcy law; and
Fostering productive relationships with the private trustees, bankruptcy judges, bankruptcy clerks’ offices, and bankruptcy professionals within the district.

Qualifications:

Three or more years of management experience;
Excellent academic and professional credentials;
Superior oral and written communication skills;
Experience analyzing complex legal problems and developing litigation strategies;
Sound judgment and the ability to address and accurately articulate issues arising in a large volume of cases with minimal guidance;
Outstanding organizational skills;
The ability to set, manage, and balance diverse, evolving, and challenging projects and priorities;
Strong information technology skills, including using databases and IT systems to manage work;
Experience working with, or for, federal agencies; and,
A commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

If selected for this position, official proof of a J.D. degree and bar membership (including certification of good standing) is required.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must obtain a favorably adjudicated Background Investigation (Public Trust), including drug testing.

Salary:

Travel:

Periodic travel is required, depending on work assignments and for training.

Application Process:

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

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

Please use the following naming convention for your document: Last name, first name, AUST-San Antonio-01-2021. The document should be emailed to ustp.employment@usdoj.gov with the subject line AUST-San Antonio-01-2021.

Application Deadline:

February 3, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

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

Number of Positions Available:

OCDETF FOIA Attorney

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

As the largest anti-crime task force in the country, the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Program is led by the OCDETF Executive Office, which implements the nationwide OCDETF strategy of combining targeting, intelligence sharing, coordination, and directed resourcing to have the greatest impact disrupting and dismantling command and control elements of criminal organizations. The OCDETF Program is the keystone of the Attorney General’s strategy to reduce the availability of illicit narcotics in the United States by using a prosecutor-led, multi-agency approach to counter-drug and counter-transnational-crime enforcement. OCDETF leverages the resources and expertise of its component agencies from the Justice, Homeland Security, Treasury, Postal, and Labor Departments in concentrated, long-term investigations of major drug trafficking, money laundering, and other high priority transnational organized crime networks. OCDETF participating agencies include: the United States Attorneys’ Offices; the Criminal Division; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives; the Drug Enforcement Administration; the Federal Bureau of Investigation; the U.S. Marshals Service; Homeland Security Investigations; the U.S. Coast Guard; the U.S. Secret Service; the Internal Revenue Service’s Criminal Investigation Division; the U.S. Postal Inspection Service; the Office of the Inspector General of the Department of Labor; and over 700 state and local law enforcement agencies. OCDETF agents and prosecutors throughout the United States handle complex investigations and prosecutions of the highest-level drug traffickers, money launderers, and other priority transnational criminal organizations responsible for the flood of illegal drugs into the United States and the violence generated by the drug trade, as well as the transnational criminal threat to our national security interests, public safety, and economic stability. By their nature, most, if not all OCDETF investigations and prosecutions involve complex or sensitive investigative and prosecution tools and techniques, such as electronic surveillance, immunized or protected witnesses, subpoenas or search warrants requiring specialized approvals, extradition of fugitives from foreign countries, and production of foreign evidence.

Job Description:

The Attorney Advisor is primarily responsible for implementing, directing and administering OCDETF’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Privacy Act of 1974 (PA), and Records Management (RM) programs. Duties include performing legal research, developing authoritative guidance and advising leadership on information law and policy matters, as well as ancillary civil and administrative legal issues. Furthermore, duties include the interpretation and application of statutes, case law, regulations, and other authorities and applying these authorities in response to requests for information. Ensuring PA and RM compliance.

The Attorney Advisor must review requests for information and evaluate and execute the proper response in light of law, regulation, and policy. Confers and negotiates with the information requester community, as well as officials in the Departments of Justice, Treasury, Homeland Security, and Defense, the Intelligence Community, and other federal, state, local, tribal, and foreign agencies on important legal and policy questions concerning information disclosure. Evaluates effects of pending legislation and proposed changes in existing legislation that may affect the operations of the legal program, with a focus on information disclosure law. Prepares detailed legal briefs that identify policy ramifications of such legislation for leadership. Attends meetings with senior leaders and attorneys from other federal, state, local, tribal, and foreign agencies. During these sessions, provides expert advice on information disclosure legal issues as they relate to the OCDETF Program. Provides authoritative technical legal guidance on complex, controversial, high value, and precedent-setting cases. Personally handles complex legal matters, including all litigation arising under the FOIA and PA, and drafts detailed records schedules and legal affidavits in support of FOIA/PA litigation. Performs other duties as assigned, including providing advice to leadership on other civil and administrative law matters affecting the OCDETF Program.

Qualifications:

Interested parties must possess a J.D., degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least three years of post-J.D. experience. Applicants must have solid academic credentials as well as excellent writing and strong interpersonal skills. Applicants should possess: strong speaking and presentation skills; experience in the training of, and development of, professional training for prosecutors and agents; criminal prosecution experience, including experience with long term, complex organized crime, drug, and money laundering investigations; experience with electronic surveillance and related legal issues; experience with domestic and international financial investigations; and familiarity with federal investigative agencies is preferred. Experience in handling international extradition and mutual legal assistance cases, and proficiency in at least one foreign language are also desirable. Applicants must be able to secure and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Salary:

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

Travel:

Periodic international and domestic travel, sometimes on short notice, is required.

Application Process:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and brief writing sample via email to:ocdetf.admin-requests@usdoj.gov.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:

February 4, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

2021 Summer Law Student Volunteer

Job Location: Springfield, Urbana, Peoria, Rock Island, IL

About the Office:

The United States Attorney for the Central District of Illinois is pleased to announce the Summer Law Intern Program. This is a volunteer (without compensation) program. The United States Attorney's Office serves as the principal litigator for its judicial district and is responsible for coordinating multiple agency investigations within the district. The United States Attorney has the responsibility and authority to prosecute violations of federal criminal statutes, defend the government in civil actions, seek the enforcement of a variety of civil enforcement statutes, and institute proceedings for the collection of fines and penalties among other things.

Job Description:

Typical assignments will include assisting with all facets of case preparation, including: researching legal issues, drafting/writing motions and responses and various pleadings, providing trial support to Assistant United States Attorneys, interviewing witnesses, assembling exhibits for trial, and possibly appearing in court under the supervision of an Assistant United States Attorney.

Internship Locations: Springfield, Peoria, Urbana, and Rock Island, IL.

Minimum Weeks Required: Applicants are expected to commit to eight weeks of full-time work (40 hours a week) during the summer. Students are responsible for their own lodging and transportation.

Web Site: http://www.justice.gov/usao/ilc/

Qualifications:

Applicant must have completed at least two semesters of law school prior to beginning of summer internship. Strong academic standing and research skills. Must be a U.S. citizen and will be subject to a background investigation (covering criminal, credit, illegal drug use, etc.) due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by the office.

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

Not required

Application Process:

Cover letter (indicating major current legal interests & desired work location), resume, unofficial law school transcript, legal writing sample, and telephone number(s) where a student can be reached in the day and evenings; and e-mail address.

Candidates interested in interning in the summer may submit applications up to February 5, 2021.

U.S. Attorney's Office
Central District of Illinois
318 S. 6th Street
Springfield, IL 62701
ATTN: Matt Glynn, Coordinator (Inquiries only)

Telephone: (217) 492-4477
Email: matthew.glynn@usdoj.gov

Application Deadline:

February 5, 2021

Number of Positions Available:

Law Student Volunteer, Summer 2021

Job Location: Providence, RI

About the Office:

The mission of the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Rhode Island is to prosecute violations of federal criminal law, defend the United States in civil cases, and diligently collect debts owed to the federal government.

Job Description:

Law student interns will conduct legal research and writing assignments for Assistant United States Attorneys in the criminal and civil divisions. Students will also observe court proceedings in U.S. District Court. Interns may also have the opportunity to attend depositions, have meetings with agents, and attend appellate arguments at the First Circuit Court of Appeals.

Qualifications:

Acceptance of applications for this announcement will be limited to first-year (second semester), 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 an outstanding academic record, superior writing skills and be in good academic standing at his/her university. Law school graduates are not eligible for positions. Student interns must be United States citizens and successfully complete a background check. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Salary:

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

Application Process:

Send cover letter and resume to:

John P. McAdams
Senior Litigation Counsel
U.S. Attorney’s Office
District of Rhode Island
50 Kennedy Plaza, 8th Floor
Providence, RI 02903

Telephone: (401) 709-5055
Email: John.P.McAdams@usdoj.gov

Application Deadline:

February 7, 2021

Number of Positions Available:

Attorney-Advisor (General)

Job Location: Springfield, VA

About the Office:

The Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management, U.S. Department of Justice, is seeking one or more experienced attorneys to work in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Office of Chief Counsel (CC). The positions are described separately below. This Office is located in Arlington, Virginia, within a block from a Metro station, and provides legal advice and support to DEA management and field offices worldwide.

Job Description:

Position 1 (Administrative Law Section - CCA): The attorney(s) will represent the agency in class actions and other complaints before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), defends appeals from agency actions before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), and represents DEA in bid protest and contract claim litigation before the General Accounting Office (GAO) and the various Boards of Contract Appeals. Provide litigation support to Assistant United States Attorneys and other DOJ trial counsel in constitutional torts, Title VII, contract litigation, and other civil actions filed throughout the United States against the United States and/or DEA employees. Reviews proposed contract and personnel actions for legal sufficiency. Provides advice, assistance, and training and assists in formulation of agency policy in EEO, environmental law, procurement and appropriations law, grant management, and personnel and related legal and administrative matters. Provides legal support to the Task Force Program and other multi-agency cooperative efforts. Investigates, processes and decides administrative claims arising out of DEA operations.

Position 2 (Diversion and Regulatory Policy Section - CCR): The attorney(s) will be primarily responsible for serving as a representative of DEA in all administrative hearings relating to drug and chemical control, quotas, and the denial or revocation of registrations; is responsible for the legal training of state and Federal personnel with respect to the investigation of drug diversion cases; reviews all legislative and regulatory amendments relating to the control of legitimately produced controlled substances and listed chemicals; provides advice and assistance to United States Attorneys regarding Professional Practice cases under the Controlled substances Act (CSA); and furnishes legal counsel for the effective administration and enforcement of the regulatory features of the CSA.

Position 3 (Civil Litigation Section - CCL): The attorney(s) will be responsible for providing litigation support to Main Justice and/or US Attorney’s Offices in federal litigation pertaining to Bivens, Title VII, the Federal Tort Claims Act, and other civil matters involving DEA and its employees. Incumbent will also be responsible for representing DEA before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), and for providing legal counsel to DEA management in a variety of personnel/employment law and other civil matters. Litigation includes written discovery, depositions, oral arguments, legal briefs, memoranda, and putting on witnesses at a trial or hearing.

Position 4 (Ethics and Standards of Conduct Unit - CCE): The attorney will be responsible for providing support to DEA’s ethics program, supporting an organization of approximately 10,000 employees worldwide. The attorney will be responsible for reviewing and certifying financial disclosure reports; providing training; and providing written and oral advice on topics related to government ethics, including gifts, fundraising, misuse of position, interacting with private organizations, outside employment, and post-employment. Prior experience in government ethics as described above, including reviewing financial disclosure reports, providing training, and providing written and oral advice related to ethics issues is highly desirable.

Position 5 (Domestic Criminal Law and Policy Section - CCM): The attorney(s) will be responsible for reviewing requests for the most sensitive and difficult electronic surveillance orders, as well as all proposals to utilize sensitive investigative techniques; assists in the development of policies and procedures governing the conduct of criminal investigations conducted by DEA; provides training in criminal law and criminal procedure issues to DEA and other law enforcement personnel; assists DEA agents and supervisors with legal issues that arise in particular cases by articulating and advocating DEA's position to Federal and state prosecutors and to Main Justice attorneys; publishes monographs and texts for use by the federal law enforcement community; and provides advice and assistance to United States Attorneys and other elements of the executive branch on criminal issues relating to drug enforcement.

Position 6 (International Law Section - CCI) - Advises all DEA elements on international law and intelligence law; drafts or reviews memorandum of understanding between DEA, agencies of the Intelligence Community, the Department of Defense, and foreign entities; assists in developing policies, procedures and legislation related to intelligence gathering, sharing, use and disclosure in criminal cases; publishes monographs on international law and intelligence law for use by all drug enforcement entities; and provides training in these areas as required.

Position 7 (Asset Forfeiture Section - CCF) - Responsible for all administrative activities related to the seizure and forfeiture of property used or acquired in violation of the Controlled Substances Act: reviews all property seizures for probable cause; executes the forfeiture in administrative proceedings for all property valued up to $100,000; rules on petitions for remission or mitigation of administratively forfeited property with no upper value limit, as well as requests for awards under 28 U.S.C § 524; processes requests from state and local law enforcement agencies to transfer property based upon those agencies participation in the seizure of such property; advises on case decisions and statutes involving the forfeiture of property; assists U.S. Attorneys in the interpretation of forfeiture laws and regulations; acts as liaison between DEA and the Department of Justice in matters regarding international forfeiture and sharing: and conducts training in the laws or asset forfeiture for prosecutors and investigators.

Position 8 (Technology and Privacy Law Section - CCS) - Provides legal advice to DEA personnel at all levels on matters involving technology, including electronic surveillance methods and the use of new and existing investigative technologies. If assigned to the Privacy Law Unit, the incumbent will provide legal advice on all aspects of the agency privacy program, including the Privacy Act, PIAs, and SORNs.”

Qualifications:

An applicant must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of a bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least three (3) years post-J.D. legal experience. Applicants must also possess excellent oral and written communication and advocacy skills, as well as legal research and analytical skills, and a demonstrated ability to learn and master new areas of the law, as well as function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment.

An applicant also must meet eligibility requirements for a Top Secret security clearance.

Grade level considerations may be made based upon the following:

GS-13: In addition to the basic requirements and qualifying specialized experience, applicants must have three years of professional legal experience as a practicing attorney.
GS-14: In addition to the basic requirements and qualifying specialized experience, applicants must have four years of professional legal experience as a practicing attorney.
GS-15: In addition to the basic requirements and qualifying specialized experience, applicants must have five years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Salary:

Current salary and years of legal experience will determine the appropriate salary level. The possible salary levels are GS-13 ($102,663 – 133,465), GS-14 ($121,316 – 157,709), and GS-15 ($142,701 – 170,800).

Travel:

10% travel may be required for this position.

Application Process:

Applicants must submit a detailed resume, a cover letter, the below-described Drug Questionnaire, and a legal writing sample by email to DEA.ChiefCounsel.Resumes@usdoj.gov or by mail to:

Drug Enforcement Administration
Office of Chief Counsel
ATTN: Hiring Official
8701 Morrissette Drive
Springfield, VA 22152

All application materials must be in at least 12-point font. Writing samples should not exceed 10 pages. The applicant’s cover letter should specify which position(s) the applicant is seeking and should highlight relevant experience and qualifications applicable to such position(s).

Applications must be received by midnight February 11, 2021. No telephone calls, please.

Applicants who are found, through investigation or personal admission, to have experimented with or used narcotics or dangerous drugs, except those medically prescribed, will not be considered for employment with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Exceptions to this policy may be made for applicants who admit to limited youthful and experimental use of marijuana. Such applicants may be considered for employment if there is no evidence of regular, confirmed usage and the full-field background investigation, and results of the other steps in the process are otherwise favorable.

Compliance with this policy is an essential requirement of the position. All applicants must complete the DEA Drug Questionnaire and submit that Questionnaire with their application package. A copy of the drug questionnaire can be located at https://www.dea.gov/employment-requirements. The link to the questionnaire is located under "Employment Requirements." Click on the blue highlighted “DEA Drug Questionnaire” link.

Application Deadline:

February 11, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Many

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.

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 Bakersfield office serves Kern County and the surrounding areas within the southern part of the Eastern District of California.

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 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.

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 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.

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:

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 $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.

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, February 12, 2021, and applications must be postmarked by that date to be considered. Please include the vacancy announcement number listed at the top of this announcement (21-EDCA-07A) 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:

February 12, 2021

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: Sacramento, 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, and Inyo. The Bakersfield office serves Kern County and the surrounding areas within the southern part of the Eastern District of California.

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 an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Criminal Division of the Sacramento Office. The Assistant U.S. Attorney will be responsible for handling a variety of criminal cases with an emphasis on complex white collar and economic crimes.

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.

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 financial crimes or other complex white collar matters and will demonstrate the ability to handle complex cases from the initial investigative stage through trial.

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 $69,761 to $163,685 (which includes 26.37% locality for the Sacramento area).

Travel:

Travel will occasionally be required.

Application Process:

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:

February 12, 2021

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: Sacramento, CA

About the Office:

Job Description:

The United States Attorney is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Criminal Division, Special Prosecutions Unit, of the Sacramento Office. The Assistant United States Attorney will be dedicated to handling criminal immigration and other felony cases for the office.

Please note: This is a term position not-to-exceed July 16, 2022, subject to availability of funds. This position may be extended, or made permanent, without further advertising.

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.

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

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 $69,761 to $163,685 (which includes 26.37% locality for the Sacramento area).

Travel:

Travel will occasionally be required.

Application Process:

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, February 12, 2021, and applications must be postmarked by that date to be considered. Please include the vacancy announcement number listed at the top of this announcement (21-EDCA-01A) 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:

February 12, 2021

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: Miami, FL

About the Office:

The United States Attorney's Office (USAO), Southern District of Florida (SDFL) is one of the largest USAOs in the nation. Divisions include: Appellate, Asset Forfeiture, Civil and Criminal. The Criminal Division is further divided into Sections: Major Crimes, Economic & Environmental Crimes, International Narcotics, Money Laundering, National Security, Public Corruption & Civil Rights, and Special Prosecutions. SDFL is a leader in the prosecution of health care fraud, bank and other white collar frauds, narcotics offenses, human trafficking cases, public corruption, and national security matters. The Appellate Division provides advice and assistance to the litigation sections in appellate matters and handles all appeals before the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. The Asset Forfeiture Division handles some of the most significant and complex forfeiture cases in the nation using criminal and civil forfeiture to take the profit out of crime and, in many cases, return assets to victims. The Civil Division defends the interest of the United States from suits alleging statutory torts, constitutional torts, employment discrimination, and a myriad of other claims. The Civil Division also prosecutes cases for fraud and other violations of federal laws and is responsible for collecting monies owed to the government as a result of criminal fines, defaulted student loans, mortgage foreclosures, bond forfeitures and civil judgments. The division's civil rights enforcement program investigates and litigates cases involving discrimination in the areas of housing, public employment, disability, voting and education. There are also three branch offices located in Miami, West Palm Beach and Fort Pierce.

Job Description:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida is seeking to hire four attorneys to serve as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Civil Division representing the interests of the United States and its agencies and employees in a wide variety of civil defensive litigation. The applicants selected would be responsible for a diverse defensive caseload of personal injury, premises liability and other common law tort litigation; Bivens civil rights suits; statutory and constitutional challenges to government programs; Administrative Procedures Act actions; employment discrimination cases, etc. The applicants selected will spend substantial amounts of time analyzing factual and legal issues and engaged in written discovery, working with fact and expert witnesses, depositions, motions practice, mediation, and settlement conferences. The applicants selected will also handle hearings in federal and state court; trials in federal court; and may occasionally practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.

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

Required Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

3 years post-JD experience. Superior research, writing and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and the organizational ability to handle a large caseload.

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.

Salary:

AD 21-29, $53,805.00 to $140,733.00 base salary. A 23.12% locality adjustment will be added to the base.

Travel:

May require travel more than 5 days a month, primarily within the district to attend depositions; visit accident.

Application Process:

You must be a U.S. citizen or national and be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.

A cover letter, resume and a writing sample must be submitted by e-mail to: USAFLS-AUSAResumes@usdoj.gov. Electronic submission of applications is preferred, however, if doing so creates a hardship, applications may be sent by mail to the following address:

United States Attorney's Office
Southern District of Florida
99 NE 4th Street
Miami, FL 33132
Attention: Attorney Recruitment

No telephone calls, please.

Information about the United States Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida can be found at: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdfl.

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Grant Writer

Job Location: Seattle, WA

About the Office:

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is a successful manufacturing social enterprise, with over 60 years of experience in precision machining, that is committed to making jobs accessible to individuals who are blind. Our manufacturing operations center on producing an array of machined parts and plastic injection molding for various aerospace manufacturers, as well as a host of office products and hydration equipment sold to the Federal Government under the AbilityOne Program. The Lighthouse offers Contract Management Support closeout services for commercial, federal, and military customers. We also run a Contact Center, which places and receives inbound and outbound calls for a large span of assorted clients. Lastly, we operate eight AbilityOne Base Supply Centers (BSCs) up and down the west coast that offer easy customer access to Lighthouse products, direct feedback and communication with customers, and employment opportunities for individuals who are blind in geographic areas not served by larger nonprofit agencies.

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:

Primary responsibilities include researching, writing, submitting, and reporting on grants to support the Lighthouse in fundraising efforts. In partnership with the Senior Director of Philanthropy, the grant writer is responsible for identifying funding prospects and securing philanthropic revenue to meet departmental and organizational funding goals.

Responsibilities:

Grant Writing

Write and submit grant proposals and reports on a timely basis, maintain an ongoing portfolio of current funders and prospects;
Work proactively with other Lighthouse departments to gather materials needed for grant applications and reports;
Manage proposals ensuring that all aspects of an application are complete and compelling;
Maintain clear and accurate written and electronic records of grant proposals and reports, including grant activity tracking on shared drives and databases, in collaboration with Development team members as needed;
At the direction of the Senior Director of Philanthropy, assess funding opportunities and determine which program(s) are the best fit to respond to the opportunity;
Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization (Finance, Development, and Program teams) to ensure financial and reporting requirements are met;
Research grant opportunities to meet present program needs;
Effectively collaborate with Senior Director of Philanthropy on grant proposals and projects;
Edit, proofread, and provide general grant-writing support;
Manage special projects as assigned in support of organizational objectives;
Collaborate with administrative leads across the organization; and
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Relevant Skills/Knowledge

- 3-5+ years’ experience grant writing
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency with Microsoft
- Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Professional and friendly demeanor
- Highly organized, high level of attention to detail
- Familiarity with or interest in the nonprofit community and the Lighthouse’s mission
- Driven, dependable, strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member
Education
- BA in Communication or related field desired.
- BA degree or related training in non-profit management desired
- This position can be performed remotely.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Male / Female / Persons with Disabilities / VEVRAA

Federal Contractor

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

Application Process:

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

Application Deadline:

February 15, 2021

Number of Positions Available:

Law Student Volunteer, Summer 2021, Human Rights And Special Prosecutions Section

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The mission of the Human Rights and Special Prosecutions Section is to enforce federal laws relating to: (1) complex immigration and border crimes; (2) international human rights violations; and (3) certain federal crimes of violence committed outside the United States.

HRSP is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of select torture, genocide, war crimes and female genital mutilation cases. In addition to the criminal prosecution of these crimes, HRSP detects, investigates, and takes legal action to denaturalize naturalized U.S. citizens who, prior to their naturalization, participated abroad in acts of genocide or in acts of torture or extrajudicial killings committed under color of foreign law. The Section is also responsible for detecting, investigating and taking legal action to denaturalize and/or deport U.S. citizens or residents who participated in Nazi-sponsored acts of persecution between 1933 and 1945.

HRSP investigates and prosecutes complex immigration cases involving alien smuggling, trafficking in fraudulent travel and identification documents, and international criminal travel networks, particularly those that pose potential national security threats. HRSP is the Department’s central point of contact for Military Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Act (MEJA) investigations and prosecutions which involve felonies committed by overseas military contractors, families of military members, and overseas U.S. government employees whose mission supports the Department of Defense. HRSP’s international violent crime portfolio also extends to federal crimes committed in certain locations abroad, to include crimes committed on Embassy grounds, in State Department housing, on vessels on the high seas, and on international flights. Complementing its operational work, HRSP designs, implements, and supports law enforcement efforts, legislative initiatives, policies, and strategies relating to these areas.

Job Description:

Law interns will conduct substantial legal research and complete writing assignments in the areas of international, criminal, and immigration law. Law interns will also conduct factual research, review and organize documents, and work on policy matters.

Qualifications:

Second-and third-year law students; full-time International or Comparative Law LL.M. candidates who are not employed while pursuing their advanced degree.

Applicants must have: (1) a strong academic background; (2) excellent research and writing skills; and (3) experience or interest in criminal and international law.

It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace, and the candidate(s) selected will be required to pass a drug test to screen for illegal drug use. Internship opportunities are also contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background investigation adjudicated by the Department of Justice.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens. The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Salary:

Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only

Minimum weeks required: Full-time (8 to 10 weeks).

Application Process:

Please submit a single PDF file via e-mail that contains a cover letter (including dates available), resume, writing sample (not to exceed 10 pages), transcript (official or unofficial), and three references.

All applications must be emailed to HRSPInterns@usdoj.gov with your name and the season and year (Fall, Spring, or Summer) that you are applying for (for example Watkins-Spring 2021).

Application Deadline:

February 15, 2021

Number of Positions Available:

Law Student Volunteer, Summer 2021

Job Location: Sioux Falls, SD

About the Office:

The Department of Justice has 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. If selected, you would be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty, and the property of citizens.

The District of South Dakota is seeking outstanding candidates for a summer legal internship to assist in our mission. The internship will begin in the summer of 2021 and will be located in Sioux Falls, Pierre, or Rapid City. The start and end dates are negotiable, but we ask that our interns commit to at least 8 weeks of service.

For information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorney’s Office, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/.

Job Description:

Typical assignments for law student interns involve all facets of case preparation, including: researching legal issues; drafting/writing motions, responses and various pleadings; providing trial support; interviewing witnesses; and assembling exhibits for trial.

The interns become familiar with the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure, the Federal Rules of Evidence, and the local rules of practice for the United States District Court – District of South Dakota, and the local and Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. In addition, interns are generally afforded extensive opportunities to attend trials, hearings, attorney conferences, meetings, and other legal proceedings.

Qualifications:

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

Law Student Status: Acceptance of applications for this announcement will be limited to first-year (second semester), second and third-year law students. Law school graduates are not eligible for law student volunteer positions. An eligible student is an individual who is enrolled in law school pursuing a Juris Doctor Degree and is taking at least half-time academic course load in an accredited university. Successful candidates must have outstanding academic records, superior writing skills, and be in good academic standing at his/her university.
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.
Volunteer Agreement: All interns are required to sign the Participant Agreement (will be completed later during the security process if selected).

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

Not required

Application Process:

Applications must be submitted via email to: USASD.Applications@usdoj.gov. Applications must include the following items (in one consolidated .PDF file): Cover Letter, Resume, legal writing sample 5-10 pages in length, and a current unofficial law school transcript or proof of enrollment and indicate desired location(s): Sioux Falls, Pierre, or Rapid City.

Application Deadline:

February 19, 2021

Number of Positions Available:

Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)

Job Location: Philadelphia, PA

About the Office:

Job Description:

The office is accepting applications on an ongoing basis from experienced trial attorneys to prosecute CRIMINAL CASES. All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess outstanding litigation skills, legal writing and research skills, courtroom skills, and demonstrated commitment to professionalism and public service.

All qualification requirements must be satisfied upon the closing date of this announcement.

Salary:

The salary range for this position is $74,758 to $163,257 annually, which includes locality pay for the Philadelphia area.

Travel:

Occasional travel within and outside the district is required.

Application Process:

Please include on your resume months and years of all periods of education and employment, as well as state and month and year of your earliest bar admission. Resumes and cover letters must be submitted via electronic mail to William M. McSwain, United States Attorney, at the following email address: USAPAE.AUSA.CRIMINAL.RECRUIT@USDOJ.GOV PDF format is preferred. Please do not send via U.S. mail. Due to the tremendous volume of applications we receive, we will only respond to those whom we select for an interview. This announcement allows us to fill positions on an ongoing basis as they become available.

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:

February 20, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Volunteer Summer Law Program

Job Location: San Juan, PR

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) for the District of Puerto Rico is charged with the primary responsibility for prosecuting all federal crimes from acts of terrorism to public corruption, white-collar crime, organized crime and gang activities, internet-related crimes, and many other criminal acts. Through its Civil Division, the USAO is charged with defending agencies of the United States, enforcing regulatory agencies’ authority, and recovering funds from violators of United States criminal, regulatory, and civil laws. This office also represents the United States before the U.S. Court of Appeals.

Job Description:

Assignments include, but are not limited to, perform legal research and trial preparation for civil and criminal cases and/or appeal matters. Students will work closely with Assistant U.S. Attorneys in developing legal documents and will receive direction in honing research skills. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

Qualifications:

First-year (second semester) and second-year law students. Status as a student in good standing at an accredited law school. Must speak, read, and write English fluently. Must maintain a minimum 3.0 grade point average. Must be a U.S. citizen. There is a required background check because of the sensitive nature of the work performed. Applicants must complete paperwork providing information about residences, schooling, work, credit history, and fingerprints. Interviews will be conducted before selection.

Salary:

Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit.

Application Process:

Applications are due no later than February 21, 2021. However, we encourage applicants to apply early as hiring decisions are made on a rolling basis. The hiring process will include an interview in person or by telephone. Interested students should submit their applications via email to Patricia Torres at patricia.m.torres@usdoj.gov with the subject line: “USAO-PR Summer 2021 Internship Application.” Candidates should include the following materials as a single PDF file: (1) resume; (2) cover letter; (3) transcript (official or unofficial); (4) writing sample (minimum of 5 pages, maximum of 10 pages); and (5) three references (at least one of which is a professional reference).

Application Deadline:

February 21, 2021

Volunteer Law Student

Job Location: Denver, CO

About the Office:

The District of Colorado is an energetic, forward-looking District comprised of three staff offices: Denver, Durango, and Grand Junction. The office values diversity and seeks to provide an inclusive, rewarding work environment for employees of all backgrounds.

Job Description:

Assignments include, but are not limited to, drafting dispositive or other types of motions, responses, and replies; memoranda of law; and appellate briefs. Interns 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 - District of Colorado, and the local and Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. In addition, interns may attend depositions, meetings with agents, and accompany the attorneys to observe court proceedings.

Practice Areas:

Appellate Litigation
Civil Litigation
Criminal Litigation

Qualifications:

The District of Colorado is seeking outstanding candidates for legal internships to assist in our mission. The start and end dates are negotiable, but we ask that our interns commit to at least 6 weeks of service.

Acceptance of applications for this announcement will be limited to first-year (second semester), second and third-year law students. Law school graduates are not eligible for law student volunteer positions. An eligible student is an individual who is enrolled in law school pursuing a Juris Doctor Degree and is taking at least half-time academic course load in an accredited university. Successful candidates must have outstanding academic records, superior writing skills, and be in good academic standing at his/her university.

Salary:

Uncompensated

Travel:

None

Application Process:

Applications must be submitted online through the following link:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/579550500

Application Deadline:

Applications for the spring semester must be received by September 1st.
Applications for the summer session must be received by January 10th.
Applications for the fall semester must be received by March 31st.

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

Several

AUSA

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 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.

The position may be located in San Francisco, Oakland or San Jose, CA.

Job Description:

The Appellate section of the Criminal Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California primarily litigates appeals from decisions in the district court in criminal cases before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. We are seeking an attorney who is motivated by the mission of doing justice and by the prospect of sophisticated legal advocacy to join our team.

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).

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:

$84,731 - $172,400

Travel:

Occasional

Application Process:

The direct link - https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/568262200

Application Deadline:

May 12, 2021

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1 or more

Braille Transcriber

Job Location: Los Angeles, CA

About the Office:

Come be a part of an organization where your work and contribution as an employee will positively impact the youth of Los Angeles. LAUSD offers opportunity for career growth and professional development. Plus you will also work with experienced industry professionals to help expand the knowledge and skills learned in your craft.

Highlights of the role include:

Up 15 vacation days a year plus a generous sick time policy
Fully paid medical/dental/vision premiums for employee and dependents
11 paid holidays – yes that is in addition to the 15 vacation days!
Pension plan through membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS)
Plus, many more!

Job Description:

A Braille Transcriber operates a braillewriter and a computer using braille transcription software, electronic braille embossers, scanners, and other related equipment to transcribe complex educational materials including literature, math, science, and foreign language into braille including books, class agendas, worksheets, and tests

What you will be doing

Transcribes a wide variety of instructional materials into an appropriate media such as Unified English Braille or raised line drawings.
Operates a braillewriter and a computer using braille transcription software, electronic braille embossers, scanners, and other related equipment to transcribe complex educational materials into appropriate formats including literature, math, science, and foreign language into braille including books, class agendas, worksheets, and tests.
Coordinates with teachers and other certificated staff on materials that need to be transcribed.
Adheres to the techniques, standards and procedures set forth by the Braille Authority of North America (BANA).
Interprets pictures, graphs, and charts in a highly descriptive manner when transcribing books into braille.
Proofreads and verifies accuracy, and edits transcribed materials and writings in specific Braille codes in a variety of mediums, including, paper and digital.

Qualifications:

Education

Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.

In addition to the education above, you must have one of the following:

A Library of Congress certification as a Literary Braille Transcriber obtained on or after January 4, 2016,

A Library of Congress certification as a Literary Braille Transcriber obtained prior to January 4, 2016 and a Letter of Proficiency in Unified English Braille (UEB).

Experience:

Two years of paid or volunteer experience transcribing materials into literary Braille or Nemeth Code with at least one year of the aforementioned utilizing the rules of Unified English Braille (UEB).

Special:

A Library of Congress certification in Literary Braille Proofreading or Nemeth Code of Mathematics is preferable.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Has the ability to multitask and prioritize
Possesses a strong attention to detail
Is dependable and reliable - Is comfortable working in a team or independently
Is proficient in software programs such as Duxbury, Braille 2000, and MS Office
Has prior experience using the Internet for research and fact-finding purposes. Effective in both oral communication and in writing; manage, train and evaluate staff; provide leadership; and make, support, and explain recommendations

Salary:

Minimum Salary: $22.86 per hour
Maximum Salary: $28.50 per hour

Application Process:

Visit our site at https://lausdjobs.org/ and click on the link “Apply Now.” Then proceed to click on “I AM A PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEE” to find the position. If you have any questions about the application, please email helpmeapply@lausd.net.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Mid-Level Electric Associate Attorney - Regulatory

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

Van Ness Feldman is an energy regulatory, environmental, and government advocacy firm that is home to more than 150 attorneys, public policy professionals, land use planners, administrative managers, and support staff working from offices in Washington, D.C., Seattle, the Bay Area, and Denver.

Job Description:

The firm is seeking a mid-level associate (3-6 years of experience) with demonstrated electric regulatory experience. The ideal candidate has aptitude for detailed work on energy regulatory and policy matters, particularly the interpretation and application of the Federal Power Act to wholesale markets and bulk transmission system operations.

Qualifications:

Three to six years of experience, and knowledge of the following skills:

Foundational knowledge of the Federal Power Act, the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA) and other federal energy laws
Experience in administrative litigation and settlement matters before FERC
Knowledge of, and experience with: (i) FERC cost-of-service ratemaking policies and practices; (ii) open access transmission service and interconnection matters; (iii) market-based rate authorizations; and (iv) market rules for wholesale energy, capacity and ancillary services
Experience with negotiation of power purchase and capacity agreements
Knowledge of FERC’s Standards of Conduct
Strong analytical research and writing skills
Excellent communication skills
Experience before state utility commissions also is highly valued.

Salary:

Based on experience

Application Process:

Apply online at https://vannessfeldman.viglobalcloud.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReApplicantEmail.aspx?Tag=cf9f4f4f-1b64-447e-980c-df9422c6b008.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Relocation Expenses:

Up to $2,000

Number of Positions Available:

Teacher, Collaborative Visually Impaired (VI), Helen Keller School

Job Location: Talladega, AL

About the Office:

The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deaf-blind and multiply disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 30,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

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

About Our Location

The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind is located just minutes away from the Talladega Speedway, Highway 280 and from shopping and dining in neighboring cities such as Trussville, Irondale, Pelham, Leeds, Alabaster, Chelsea, Hoover, Westover, Anniston and Oxford.

Job Description:

Our employees are among our organizations most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work, and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day.

As a teacher at the Helen Keller School (HKS), you will be responsible for working in a specialized classroom with students who are blind, visually impaired, deaf/blind, and/or multi disabled. HKS is committed to meeting our students where they are. The right candidate for this job will have a passion for working with students and colleagues to ensure all students receive a world class education.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess a love for students with multiple disabilities. All students at HKS possess a sensory impairment along with at least one other area of disability. The Helen Keller School is searching for individuals who have a heart for students with more severe special needs and are willing to do whatever is necessary to provide limitless opportunities for our students.

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum bachelor’s degree in education from an accrediting college/university.
Must hold an Alabama Teaching Certificate in Collaborative Special Education and/or Visual Impairment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Collaborative Special Education with a certification in Visual Impairment (VI).
One (1) year of classroom experience
One (1) year of experience working with multi-disabilities.

Position Requirements:

Must be able to obtain an Alabama Teaching Certificate in Collaborative Special Education and/or Visual Impairment within the first 30 months of employment.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds to include pushing, pulling and bending.
Must complete Orientation and Mobility class within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Must complete and maintain CPR/First Aid, Medication and Behavior Management training within 12 months of employment.
May be required to obtain an Alabama School Bus License and CDL within the first thirty (30) months of employment.
Applicants must be able to be insured by AIDB insurance carrier.
Must demonstrate competency in reading and writing Braille by scoring 80% or better on the AIDB Braille Skills Assessment Inventory within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Upon offer of employment, the ABI/FBI record check must be completed based on the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 pursuant to Act 2002-457. A non-refundable fee of $48.15 is required at the scheduled appointment. Suitable criteria must be confirmed by the Alabama State Department of Education prior to beginning to work.

Salary:

$42,415- $56,490 Scale I1 Rank 2T (BS – Class B)

$49,717- $64,882 Scale I1 Rank 1T (MS - Class A)

$52,927- $68,566 Scale I1 Rank AA (AA) (187 days)

Direct deposit is required.

This is an exempt position, not subject to overtime or compensatory provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Application Process:

Apply online at www.aidb.org.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available: