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ACB Job Connection

Updated 7/20/2018

 

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. We wish all job seekers the best of luck and hope this service will be of use.

Job announcements will remain posted up to 30 days.

 

Job Title: Teacher, Visually Impaired, Helen Keller School of Alabama

Job Location: Talladega, AL

Job Description:

  • Must hold an Alabama Teaching Certificate and Certification/Endorsement in Special Education and Visual Impairment or hold an Alabama Teaching Certificate and Certification/Endorsement in Special Education and obtain certification in Visual Impairment within the first thirty (30) months of employment.
  • Experience working with multi-disabled children desired.
  • Must demonstrate competency in reading and writing Braille by scoring 90% or better on AIDB Braille Skills Assessment Inventory within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
  • May be required to have a valid Alabama driver’s license and obtain a CDL/Bus Driver’s License within the first thirty (30) months of employment. May be required to maintain CDL throughout employment.
  • Must attain certification in CPR and MCS training within the first 12 months of employment and maintain certifications.
  • Must be able to physically assist students as required and as assigned, including pushing wheelchairs, transfers, and lifting.  Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently and lift more than fifty pounds with assistance or use an assistive device.
  • Must complete Orientation and Mobility class within the first 12 months of employment.
  • The successful applicant must submit to a criminal history background information check including, but not limited to, FBI and ABI record repositories.  Upon offer of employment, the applicant must present a non-refundable fee of $49.65 and appear for scheduled fingerprinting appointment.

Qualifications:

  • Conducts initial assessment of all students assigned and utilizes assessment information to develop appropriate goals and objectives for instruction.
  • Develops IEP for each student and implements the program, planning activities and tasks to carry out the plan.
  • Develops pleasant, consistent environments for learning.
  • Writes lesson plans for each student; maintains documentation of progress and submits lesson plans according to schedule.
  • Prepares appropriate materials needed to implement the IEP lesson plans.
  • Regularly evaluate child’s progress and alters child’s plan accordingly.
  • Sets and maintains appropriate standards for classroom behavior.
  • Disciplines students according to the established policies and procedures.
  • Supervises and effectively utilizes dorm/teacher aides, as assigned.
  • Communicates with parents regularly and as needed.
  • Recommends, accompanies, and provides information to all clinics.
  • Attends all meetings called by the president, principal, or department director.
  • Is punctual to all school meetings, functions, conferences, clinics, etc.
  • Submits timely and accurate progress reports.
  • Accepts responsibilities and assignments as assigned.
  • Participates in staffing of students.
  • Informs nurse of student’s medical needs and assists in meeting medical or personal needs of students.
  • Assists children in care and maintenance of eye glasses, hearing aids, wheelchairs, braces, etc.
  • Initiates, plans, and participates in departmental committees.
  • Participates or attends workshops/in-services.  Maintains current knowledge of special procedures and laws.
  • Attends to needs of children as required.
  • Appropriately implements approved behavior management plans.
  • Maintain accurate and current documentation.
  • Monitors students when traveling on campus.
  • Protects confidentiality of student information.
  • Physically assists assigned students as needed, including pushing wheelchairs, transfers, and lifting as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary:

$39,789- $52,992, Scale I1 Rank 2T (BS – Class B)
$46,639- $60,865, Scale I1 Rank 1T (MS - Class A)
$49,650- $64,321, Scale I1 Rank AA (AA)

Direct deposit is required.

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

Application Process:

To access the AIDB online application, go to www.aidb.org, then select “Careers.” Press submit button after you have completed all sections of the application.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

 

Job Title: Senior CLC Attorney

Job Location: Thomson, IL

About the Office:

The legal practice at the Administrative United States Penitentiary located in Thomson, Illinois, is part of the Consolidated Legal Center (CLC), Federal Medical Center, Rochester, Minnesota.  This CLC covers a wide variety of issues focusing on correctional law and litigation, either through administrative or litigation channels and includes such matters as inmate's reasonable access to the courts (through access to legal materials, legal correspondence, and attorney-client visits), conditions of confinement, medical care, diet and religious accommodations, housing assignments, hygiene and sanitation, access to information and discipline.  

Job Description:

The position includes being involved in a legal office that oversees the legal operations associated with the following correctional facilities: Administrative United States Penitentiary, Thomson, Illinois, and several Residential Reentry Centers throughout the North Central Region. The incumbent will be expected to provide advice and guidance to all levels of staff at these correctional facilities, including members of the Executive staff.  The incumbent will also be expected to communicate with defense attorneys, prosecutors, federal courts and agency officials. The incumbent will need to develop a thorough knowledge of all aspects of BOP policy and practice as he/she may be required to appear in District Court on short notice to explain and advocate the agency's rationale for its correctional management decisions.
   
The incumbent will have the opportunity to work with regional and institution management and line staff with respect to policies within the purview of the Bureau of Prisons and assigned institutions.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualification:

Prior experience in correctional law is desired though not required. 

Salary:

Current salary and years of experience will determine the appropriate salary level. The possible salary range, including locality pay adjustments, is GS-12 ($73,375 to $95,388), GS-13 ($87,252 to $113,428), and GS-14 ($103,106 to $134,038).

Travel:

Some travel may be required.

Application Process:

Applicants must submit a resume or current OF_612 (Optional Application for Federal Employment), a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience) and a writing sample by July 23, 2018, to:
 
U.S. Department of Justice
Federal Bureau of Prisons
North Central Regional Office
Gateway Complex Tower II, 8th Floor
Kansas City, Kansas  66101
Attention: Richard M. Winter, Regional Counsel 
 
It is preferred that you submit your application packet via e-mail to rwinter@bop.gov.
 
No telephone calls please.

Application Deadline:

July 23, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

2

 

Job Title: Assistant United States Attorney (Appellate)

Job Location: Albany or Syracuse, NY

About the Office:

The United States Attorney's Office for the Northern District of New York is seeking an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) to work in the Appellate Division of our Albany, New York or Syracuse, New York office.

The United States Attorney's Office prosecutes federal offenses and represents the United States in criminal and civil cases. The Northern District of New York is comprised of 32 counties in Upstate New York, a territory comparable to the combined area of Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. We have staffed offices in Albany, Binghamton, Plattsburgh, and Syracuse (Headquarters). Our Assistant U.S. Attorneys appear before federal judges in those cities and Utica. (Auburn, Malone, and Watertown also are designated sites for court). Throughout the District, there are 50 attorneys and 46 support personnel. In addition, our offices are supported by several subject-matter specialist contract personnel.  

Albany is the state capital of New York. The Albany-Schenectady-Troy metropolitan area is home to 825,875 people. The New York State Museum is in Albany and the Saratoga National Historical Park is nearby. The Capital area has a rich history and a vibrant present, with outstanding schools and social opportunities. The Times Union Center in Albany is touted as the premier sports and entertainment facility in Upstate New York. The Saratoga Performing Arts Center is another regular concert venue and the summer home of the New York City Ballet. It is a short drive from the capital area to the beauty and year-round recreational opportunities in the Adirondack Mountains, Lake George, and the Catskills. Boston and New York City are approximately a three-hour drive from our Albany office.

Syracuse is the headquarters office for the Northern District of New York. It is situated in the heart of Central New York, a region with a population of just under 1.2 million. Syracuse calls itself "the epicenter of the Northeast" based on its central location, with Toronto, Niagara Falls, Montreal, New York City, and Philadelphia all within a four hour drive. There are abundant recreational opportunities nearby in the Finger Lakes and Thousand Island Regions and areas for downhill skiing and other winter sports. Syracuse is home to numerous parks, golf courses, museums, and galleries, public access to the Erie Canal, the New York State Fair, and Syracuse University. The area surrounding Syracuse is known for its fresh produce and homemade goods from numerous family-run farms and farm stands, an abundance of B&Bs, country houses and inns offering overnight accommodations and culinary experiences, live musical and theatrical performances at various venues and year-round festivals, museums, and exhibits touting our cultural heritage, including the Boxing and Baseball Halls of Fame.

You may access the webpage for the United States Attorney, Northern District of New York at: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndny.

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.

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

The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; 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.

Job Description:

This Assistant U.S. Attorney will be assigned to our Appellate Division where they will be responsible for researching and drafting briefs and motions for filing in the Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, arguing appeals in the Court in Manhattan, reviewing and editing briefs and motions for colleagues, participating in moot courts to prepare for oral argument, and providing research support for AUSAs in the Criminal and Civil Divisions. Briefs will involve a wide variety of constitutional, statutory, and other claims arising under substantive and procedural federal criminal law and primarily respond to defense claims of error in convictions and/or sentences, while at times, the government will file an appeal challenging district court decisions or orders. 

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

Qualifications:

Required:

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

Preferred:

  • The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years post-J.D. experience, which includes significant legal writing and oral advocacy experience that demonstrates strong writing skills, legal practice in federal court (or a federal court clerkship), and/or practice in criminal matters. 
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to be self-reliant and motivated in order to: review and distill voluminous records involving complex fact patterns; understand and articulate complex legal doctrines; routinely prepare high-quality and persuasive briefs on strict time deadlines; make persuasive oral arguments; and to assist other attorneys in all divisions.     
  • Possess advanced computer literacy skills, including experience with automated legal research, electronic court filing, and electronic email and word processing systems. 

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

All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a time-limited (temporary) basis pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation. Temporary appointments may be extended or made permanent without further competition.

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.

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

Salary:

Pay for AUSAs is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $53,062 to $138,790 plus a 16.50% (Albany) or 15.37% (Syracuse) locality pay supplement where authorized.

Travel:

Employment will require occasional travel to court at one of the designated sites in the District. Other occasional travel within and/or outside the District may be required.

Application Process:

Interested persons should send a cover letter, detailed resume including dates of employment (month/year), and one (1) writing sample in a single document in PDF format  to USANYN.applications@usdoj.gov. Please include the vacancy number listed at the top of this announcement (18-NYN-AUSA-05) as well as the office location(s) in which you are interested in your email and on your cover letter. Electronic submission of applications is preferred, however, if doing so creates a hardship, applications may be sent to: 

Daniel Hanlon, Chair, Hiring Committee
Attn: Maria Farrell, Human Resources Officer
United States Attorney's Office, Northern District of New York
100 South Clinton Street
Federal Building, Room 900
P.O. Box 7198
Syracuse, NY 13261-7198

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

This is an open continuous announcement to fill current and future vacancies. Positions are open until filled, however applications received by July 24, 2018 will receive first consideration. (The filling of these positions is subject to the availability of funds).

If you have questions regarding this process, you may contact Maria Farrell, Human Resources Officer at 315-448-0963.

Application Deadline:

July 24, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

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

 

Job Title: Assistant United States Attorney-Civil

Job Location: Minneapolis, MN

About the Office:

If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career, this is the position for you! With a diverse and talented workforce of over 100,000 men and women, Justice leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. You can be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty, and the property of citizens.

Job Description:

The U.S. Attorney's Office - District of Minnesota is currently seeking highly qualified candidates for one or more Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) positions for our Civil Division. AUSAs in the Civil Division handle a wide variety of civil cases, including civil health care and procurement fraud, civil rights enforcement, constitutional challenges to statutes and regulations, environmental defense and enforcement, financial litigation, asset forfeiture, and the defense of employment discrimination and tort claims. AUSAs in the Civil Division litigate in the United States District Court and in the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Civil Division AUSAs write sophisticated pre-trial motions and appellate briefs as well as handle depositions and trials. They also oversee government investigations under the False Claims Act. Civil AUSAs are expected to work independently and on teams with other AUSAs and federal government agencies.

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

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one year’s post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 3 years' experience in civil litigation. Applicants must demonstrate a quick analytical ability and the facility to articulate accurately and precisely the critical issues in a case. Must demonstrate superior oral and writing skills as well as strong research and interpersonal skills and good judgment. Must possess excellent communication and courtroom skills and exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and client agencies. Must have a demonstrated capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in a highly demanding office and courtroom environment. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Salary:

$65,463 to $164,100 per year

Travel:

Yes, 1 to 5 nights of travel required per month

Application Process:

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. An application package for a position with this Office should include a letter of application, resume, and legal writing sample. The writing sample selected for submission should be the applicant's exclusive work product. If the writing sample was edited, or if there were other contributors, applicants are expected to identify those portions of the writing sample not exclusively their own work product and the extent of editing done by others.

Individuals interested can apply online at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/504484900

Create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

  • Required — Your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire (online).
  • Required — Your resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment (include day/month/year). (cover letter optional).
  • Required — A writing sample, preferably a brief or excerpt of a brief that is no more than 10 pages.
  • Required, if applicable — A recent copy of an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), showing title, series, grade, and current salary; and a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.
  • Required, if applicable — To get Veterans' Preference, you must indicate your preference in response to the appropriate question in your assessment questionnaire and you must submit the appropriate supporting documentation. See the "How you will be Evaluated" section for details regarding what is appropriate Veterans' Preference documentation. It is also recommended that you include veterans' preference information in your cover letter or resume.

Application Deadline:

July 24, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1

 

Principal, Alabama School for the Blind

Job Location: Talladega, AL

Job Description:

The Principal is expected to provide leadership to the academic, vocational, library/resource center, and extended day programs of the Alabama School for the Blind. The Principal has the responsibility for recommending the hiring, terminating, and promoting of all positions related to the school. The Principal has the responsibility for assuring effective evaluations are performed of all ASB staff. The Principal is responsible for the development and maintenance of the school’s budget, in conjunction with the Vice President, President, and Chief Financial Officer. The Principal is responsible for staying current regarding educational trends and developments in teaching curriculum, testing, technology, and discipline as it relates to education of K-12 students in general and residential schools for the blind in particular.

Qualifications:

  • Advanced graduate degree(s) in educational administration.
  • Alabama Teacher’s Certificate in the area of educational administration or equivalent from another state and must be able to obtain the State of Alabama Teacher’s Certificate upon employment.
  • Alabama Certification in Visual Impairment Education and/or Education or the equivalent certification from another state and must be able to obtain the State of Alabama Teacher’s Certificate upon employment.
  • Be able to obtain certification in Visual Impairment Education within the first thirty (30) months of employment.
  • Demonstrate competency in reading and writing Braille by scoring 90% or better on AIDB Braille Skills Assessment Inventory within the first thirty (30) months of employment.
  • Minimum of five years’ successful work experience in educational administration.
  • Possess a knowledge of federal and state statutes and laws concerning educational administration and programming, particularly as they affect students with vision impairment and/or multiple needs and comply accordingly.
  • Possess mature judgment and leadership skills with abilities to be creative and exercise individual initiative.
  • Be able to develop and maintain rapport and a shared vision of the future with staff members, school personnel, parents, students, alumni, and administration.
  • Support alumni programs and be an advocate for the visually impaired of Alabama.
  • Demonstrate excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of blindness/low vision and education for the visually impaired.
  • Be committed to and support independent travel techniques for the blind.
  • Be committed to and support Braille literacy.
  • Be committed to academic excellence and possess knowledge of contemporary issues and trends in curricula.
  • Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in writing and in public venues.
  • The successful applicant must submit to a criminal history background information check including, but not limited to FBI and ABI record repositories.  Upon offer of employment, the applicant must present a non-refundable fee of $49.65 and appear for scheduled finger appointment.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as an administrator and a member of the Vice President’s Staff.
  • Direct and coordinate the liaison between instructional staff, after school staff, and other support staff.  Coordinate the liaison between ASB staff, medical support staff, and other units of AIDB, as appropriate.
  • Direct the operation of the Alabama Instructional Resource Center for the Blind (AIRCB).
  • Direct the operation of dormitories, food services, recreational programs, and other support programs that are a part of the school.
  • Work cooperatively with other staff members in all areas of the school and AIDB for the total benefit of the students’ growth and training.
  • Be committed to and demonstrate the ability to support continuous services for students who are blind or visually impaired.
  • Provide leadership and innovative enrollment management strategies that result in both increased enrollment and retention of students.
  • Coordinate with ASB staff and the Admissions Office to address questions of eligibility, extended evaluations, the provision of technical assistance and other forms of outreach to promote the growth of ASB.
  • Create new opportunities for service delivery for students who are blind and visually impaired.
  • Coordinate with the Office of Institutional Advancement and the Vice President of Instructional Programs in positively communicating the programs and activities of the school to the public.
  • Determine needs, order or secure textbooks, supplies, equipment, and specially designed aids which are necessary for the teaching of the curriculum or special needs of students.
  • Assign, supervise, evaluate, and coordinate the work of the staff employed by the school, including teachers, teaching assistants, house parents, volunteers, and other support staff.
  • Select and/or replace substitute teachers as needed.
  • Evaluate and/or review performance appraisals and reports on all ASB staff.
  • Provide leadership in continuous comprehensive academic and extended day curriculum development.
  • Provide structure and leadership that will foster the appropriate social and moral development of the students.
  • Provide direction for staff in accordance with the policies established by the Board of Trustees and the procedures established by the AIDB President along with the laws prescribed by Federal and State statutes.
  • Provide direction for student discipline in accordance with policies established by the Board of Trustees and as prescribed by Federal and State statutes.
  • Provide leadership in developing an after-school environment that resembles as close as possible a home-like environment.
  • Maintain appropriate relationships with the State Department of Education and other agencies which impact K-12 curriculum, testing, and other programs.
  • Be knowledgeable and participate, when appropriate, in the Individual Education Plans (IEP’s).
  • Maintain student records and supervise and review the preparation of student reports.  Prepare and submit other reports as needed.  Adhere to FERPA and HIPAA guidelines.
  • Participate in research and grant writing activities.  Coordinate and maintain needed records on all Federal and special projects and/or grants assigned to the school.
  • Maintain professional competence and growth through participation in professional development activities and through other organizational memberships, readings, conferences, courses, etc.
  • Coordinate with the Physical Plant Department regarding the care and safekeeping of the school buildings and grounds and all equipment therein.
  • Attend all staff meetings called by the Vice President of Instructional Programs and/or President. 
  • Report to the Vice President and/or President all major cases of negligence, inefficiency, or willful violations of school rules and insubordination to authority on the part of employees under his/her supervision.
  • Coordinate and work successfully and in cooperation with AIDB Board of Trustees, the Vice President, the President, and other executive and administrative staff, and AIDB legal counsel in the resolution of complaints and lawsuits.
  • Be responsible for the development and maintenance of the school’s budget for all programs under the responsibility of the Principal, in coordination with the Vice President, President and Chief Financial Officer.
  • Prepare and submit reports and presentations as requested by the President, Vice President and Board of Trustees, including State of the School reports and outcome data to evaluate school progress.
  • Participate in relevant AIDB events including students, alumni, Board of Trustees and professional activities.
  • Coordinate fundraising activities with the Office of Institutional Advancement.
  • Coordinate and organize the AdvancEd accreditation process, resulting in successful completion and continued accreditation.
  • Work cooperatively with the Special Education/Testing Coordinator in accomplishing successful monitoring, testing, and other related duties.
  • Perform other relevant duties as may be assigned by the Vice President and/or President of AIDB. 

Salary:

$80,536 - $118,946, Scale A1 Rank 02 (260 days)

Direct deposit is required.

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

Application Process:

Please apply at www.aidb.org.

Application Deadline:

July 25, 2018

 

Job Title: Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Newark, NJ

About the Office:

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey is comprised of 130 attorneys located in three offices: Newark, Trenton and Camden. The USAO has jurisdiction and responsibility over a broad

range of subject matter areas, all of which involve advancing the multi-varied criminal and civil legal interests of the federal government.

Job Description:

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey is seeking an experienced attorney to serve in the Health Care & Government Fraud Unit handling affirmative civil health care fraud cases. The Health Care & Government Fraud Unit's cases and matters vary in scope and complexity, but characteristically involve difficult and complex factual and legal issues giving rise to civil claims by the government against individual and corporate health care providers for committing fraud and abuse in health care, including under the False Claims Act. The selected AUSA will handle all aspects of the investigation and litigation of health care fraud matters, including analyzing the law and relevant facts to develop and implement effective strategies for all proceedings.

The Health Care & Government Fraud Unit handles both civil and criminal investigations and prosecutions involving health care fraud and abuse. Many investigations are conducted in parallel — civil and criminal — requiring AUSAs to work well together, as well as with supervisors, support staff, and other participants in investigations and litigation, including law enforcement agents and witnesses, as well as Department of Justice colleagues from the Commercial Litigation Branch. Many cases handled by the Unit are brought through qui tams, requiring AUSAs to work with relators and their counsel.

Civil AUSAs must serve as effective and dedicated advocates for the government's interests, timely and efficiently pursue the just resolution of their assigned cases, and make sound and legally supportable decisions toward those ends. They must possess the foresight and organizational and legal skills needed to manage a large and diverse caseload that involves lengthy and difficult investigation and litigation. They must have strong legal research skills, be able to produce high quality written work even under short deadlines, and be persuasive oral advocates both in court and in settlement discussions. They must be comfortable with data analysis and research. Newly-hired civil health care fraud AUSAs are expected to quickly develop subject matter expertise in health care fraud and the False Claims Act.

Qualifications:

Applicants for an AUSA position must possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of at least one bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least two years post-J.D. legal experience.

Salary:

Salaries are administrative determined based on the number of years of post-JD legal experience, and range from $53,062 to $124,503 plus locality.

Travel:

Varies
 

Application Process:

Applications must be received for this vacancy through July 25, 2018.  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. An application package for a position with this Office should include a letter of application, resume, and legal writing sample. The writing sample selected for submission should be the applicant's exclusive work product. If the writing sample was edited, or if there were other contributors, applicants are expected to identify those portions of the writing sample not exclusively their own work product and the extent of editing done by others.

Individuals interested in applying for this Assistant United States Attorney position should email their resume and other documents by 7/25/2018 to USANJ.HRApplications@usdoj.gov.

PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE FOLLOWING IS INDICATED ON THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR EMAIL- "LAST NAME, FIRST NAME 18-NJ-CHCF AUSA - 01

Application Deadline:

July 25, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation reimbursement will not be allowed.

Number of Positions Available:

Varies

 

Job Title: Assistant United States Attorney  

Job Location: Helena, MT

About the Office:

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Montana is considered a medium sized district and has offices located in Billings, Butte, Great Falls, Helena and Missoula.  The Criminal Division prosecutes a wide range of federal cases involving organized crime, terrorism, complex securities and fraud cases, international narcotics, health care fraud and public corruption.  The District also prosecutes in federal court violent crime cases which occur on Indian reservations.  These cases include assault, burglary, drugs, sexual assault and homicide. AUSA's assigned to the reservations act as a liaison between the reservation(s) and the U.S. Attorney.  The Civil Division prosecutes every conceivable variety of affirmative and defensive cases filed in the District of Montana, at both the trial and appellate levels, involving matters such as health care, commercial, civil rights, environmental, false claims, immigration matters, all varieties of tort and discriminatory claims against the sovereign, the Internet, telecommunications, energy policies, and First Amendment issues. AUSA's are assigned to a unit within either the criminal or civil divisions in one of the branch offices.

Job Description:

The District of Montana U.S. Attorney’s Office is offering a civil Assistant United States Attorney position in either its Missoula or Helena office.  This AUSA will serve as the District’s second Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) Attorney.  An ACE Attorney litigates federal civil cases under the False Claims Act or other statutes that authorize the government to collect damages and penalties as a plaintiff on behalf of various federal agencies.  In Montana, ACE attorneys handle federal affirmative civil litigation in all divisions within the state.  The caseload includes mortgage fraud, drug diversion enforcement, procurement fraud, health care fraud, environmental enforcement, and tort actions to recover damages to federal property such as the destruction of federal forest land by fire.  This particular ACE position will focus on drug diversion enforcement and supporting the District’s opioid epidemic response plan.  The ACE Attorney will conduct all aspects of civil litigation to include coordinating investigations, managing task forces, filing complaints, drafting discovery and motions, and presenting cases at trial.  The ACE Attorney may litigate the occasional criminal case, particularly in the areas of government program fraud, health care fraud and drug diversion.

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least one year’s post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Hiring for AUSA positions is highly competitive.  The ideal candidate will have:

  • Superior oral and writing skills as well as strong research and interpersonal skills, and good judgment;
  • Excellent communication and courtroom skills;
  • The ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorney's, support staff, and client agencies;
  • A demonstrated capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in a highly demanding environment;
  • Excellent computer literacy skills including experience with automated electronic court filing.

Salary:

AUSA pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic annual pay is $53,062 to $138,790.

Travel:

Some travel will be required. AUSA's can expect to travel 1-5 nights per month.

Application Process:

To apply, interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter that address in detail their educational and professional background as well as a listing of all bar memberships to usamt.staffing@usdoj.gov.

Applicants without access to email may mail their application materials to the following address:

United States Attorney's Office
Attn: Kora Connolly
2601 Second Avenue North, Box 3200
Billings, MT 59101

Applicants are responsible for ensuring their application materials are received in the USAO, District of Montana, before the deadline.

No phone calls please.

Application Deadline:

July 26, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses will not be authorized.

Number of Positions Available:

1

 

Job Title: Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Cheyenne, WY

About the Office:

Our mission is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States, provide federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime, seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior, and to administer and enforce the nation's laws to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans. We strive to build a stronger office through recruitment efforts and maintain the high standards of the office by promoting professional development. We seek to build a legacy of excellence.

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

The District of Wyoming encompasses a large and diverse geographical area of 97,914 square miles and a relatively small population of approximately 588,283.  The United States Attorney’s Office employs 16 Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs), 12 of whom are in the Criminal Division.  Six criminal AUSA's are located in our headquarters office in Cheyenne; three are located in our Casper branch office; three are located in our Lander branch office; and one is located in our Yellowstone National Park branch office.  More information on the District of Wyoming can be found at http://www.justice.gov/usao/wy/.

The City of Cheyenne is Wyoming's capital and most populous city in Wyoming and sits as the seat of Laramie County.  Cheyenne is at the crossroads of I-80 and I-25 and is only 90 minutes north of Denver and Denver International Airport, which serves as a major hub for several airlines.  With a population of approximately 62,000, Cheyenne is the northern anchor city of the vibrant Front Range region of the Rocky Mountains.  Wyoming is one of only seven states that has no personal income tax.  The sales tax in Laramie County is 6%. There is no sales tax on grocery and prescription drug purchases. The median home price in Laramie County is approximately $240,000.  With an average of 236 days of sunshine per year, we have endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, including skiing, biking, hiking, fishing, and hunting.  Popular ski and recreation areas in Wyoming and Colorado are within easy driving distances from Cheyenne.  

Additional information on the State of Wyoming’s outdoor and cultural attractions can be found on the Internet at the following website:  http://www.travelwyoming.com.

Job Description:

The District prosecutes a wide range of federal criminal cases. Assistant United States Attorneys in the Criminal Division are responsible for the prosecution of cases which may consist of drug trafficking, human trafficking, organized crime, terrorism, white collar crime, immigration offenses, child exploitation matters, and violent crime.  The successful applicant will be primarily tasked with prosecutions involving “Project Safe Neighborhood” (PSN) cases.  PSN is a collaborative approach to public safety with the overarching goal of coordinating federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement to reduce violent crime and make Wyoming communities safer.  PSN cases include a variety of violent criminal activity, including firearms offenses, narcotics trafficking, bank robbery, kidnapping, carjacking, and Indian Country crimes. The successful applicant will be responsible for all phases of criminal prosecution to enforce Federal criminal law, including the following: providing guidance to Law Enforcement Officers; initiating criminal charges; conducting grand jury proceedings; handling misdemeanor and felony trials; and assuming responsibility for criminal appeals.

Employment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers a unique and challenging experience for the highly motivated attorney. Working in the Criminal Division, you will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal laws that protect life, liberty and property.  Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least three years of post-J.D. attorney experience.  If the successful candidate is not a member of the Wyoming State Bar and is not eligible to become a member of the Bar through reciprocity, he or she will be expected to favorably complete the Wyoming Bar Examination at the next available opportunity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Applicants should possess superior oral and written communication skills and should demonstrate incisive analytical ability, excellent judgment and effective trial advocacy.  Applicants must exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff and client agencies.

United States citizenship is required.

Salary:

Assistant United States Attorney pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The salary range for this position is $61,217 to $105,000 per annum which includes locality pay.

Travel:

Travel within and outside of the District will be required.

Application Process:

The application deadline is July 27, 2018.  Please provide a detailed resume, list of references, writing sample and cover letter for our consideration.  Your resume should clearly indicate periods of employment, with reference to the full date, e.g., June 12, 1997 to May 5, 2002.  Your cover letter should: (1) indicate why you are interested in this position; (2) explain the extent to which you are familiar with Wyoming; (3) summarize your qualifications to serve as a civil Assistant U.S. Attorney; (4) indicate the vacancy announcement number under which you are applying; and, (5) address how you plan to become a member of the Wyoming State Bar if you are not already a member. 

Please send your application to:

Jonell Christianson, Human Resources Specialist
U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Wyoming
Post Office Box 668
Cheyenne, WY 82003-0668

Applications may also be emailed to USAWY-Humanresources@usdoj.gov

Persons applying by email are responsible for ensuring that email and any attachments are received no later 11:59pm Mountain Time on July 27th, 2018.  (Note: The District of Wyoming cannot be responsible for lost/misrouted/delayed email transmissions.)

No phone calls please. Hand-carried applications must be received by 5:00 pm, Mountain Time on July 27th, 2018. Hand-carried applications must be dropped off at the Cheyenne, Wyoming office, 2120 Capitol Ave, Suite 4002. 

Internet Sites: 

This and other attorney vacancy announcements in the Department of Justice can be found at http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/lateral-hiring.html.

The website for the Wyoming U.S. Attorney’s Office can be located at the following link: http://www.justice.gov/usao/wy/

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

All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month time-limited (temporary) basis to provide sufficient time for the background investigation to be completed and adjudicated and for any negative issues to be addressed.  Temporary appointments may, or may not, be extended or made permanent without further competition.  Candidates should be aware that a probationary period will likely be required.

Application Deadline:

July 27, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Number of Positions Available:

1

 

Job Title: Special Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Iowa (“USAO”) prosecutes federal criminal offenses and defends the interests of the United States in civil cases.  The Northern District of Iowa spans 52 of the state’s 99 counties. The USAO headquarters is located in the eastern Iowa community of Cedar Rapids, with a branch office located on the western border of Iowa in Sioux City.

More information on the U.S. Attorney's Office, Northern District of Iowa can be found at http://www.justice.gov/usao/ian/.

This and other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at: https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies/.

Job Description:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Iowa has a criminal attorney vacancy to be filled in our Cedar Rapids office. The attorney filling this position will be assigned a variety of narcotics and narcotics-related criminal investigations and prosecutions under the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) initiative. 

This is a non-federal position and the employer is the Linn County (Iowa) Attorney’s Office.  The terms, conditions and salary of this position will be administered by the county.  The selectee will be cross-designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA).  The position does not confer status as a federal employee.  The expected duration of this position is two years, but it may be extended without further competition.

Cedar Rapids is Iowa’s second largest city with a metro population of around 120,000.  The city is located in the east central part of the state and is centrally located from major Midwest cities including Minneapolis, Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Louis, and Kansas City.  Cedar Rapids has placed among the top 20 Forbes Magazine “Best Places” and has been named a “kid-friendly” city based on such factors as school quality.  Cedar Rapids boasts an ideal blend of commerce, culture, leisure and education opportunities.  Great jobs, safe neighborhoods, theaters, museums, schools, symphonies, shopping, sports and recreation abound in the Cedar Rapids area.  For more information on Cedar Rapids, visit https://www.gocedarrapids.com/.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction). Applicants will be expected to do their own legal research and writing, and must be substantially self-sufficient in preparing day-to-day correspondence and pleadings. Applicants must be proficient in the use of computers.

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred applicants will possess significant experience, skills, and/or interest in prosecuting federal narcotics and narcotics-related crimes. Preferred applicants will demonstrate excellent oral and written advocacy skills. Preferred applicants will have excellent interpersonal skills, including experience working with multi-agency task forces and other law enforcement officials. Preferred applicants will have experience and familiarity with federal grand jury practice.  Preferred applicants will have experience in preparation of appellate briefs and presentation of appellate arguments.

United States citizenship is required.

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 full-field background investigation.

Salary:

The annual salary for this position will be up to $80,000, dependent on experience and funding availability. Salary and benefits will be administered by the Linn County (Iowa) Attorney’s Office.

Travel:

The SAUSA may be required to travel within and outside the District.

Application Process:

(Note: A separate application is required for each announcement.)

Interested persons should direct cover letters and resumes to:

Scott McNamar
Human Resources Specialist
United States Attorney’s Office
111 7th Ave SE, Box 1
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

No phone calls please.  Hand-carried applications must be received by 5:00 pm Central Time on Monday, July 30, 2018; mailed applications must be postmarked by Monday, July 30, 2018.

Applications may also be emailed to USAIAN.HR@usdoj.gov.

Persons applying by email are responsible for ensuring that email and any attachments are received no later than 11:59 pm Central Time on Monday, July 30, 2018.  (Note: The Northern District of Iowa cannot be responsible for lost/misrouted/delayed email transmissions.)

NOTE: Applicants who previously applied under Vacancy Announcements 2018-NDIA-SAUSA-01 or 2018-NDIA-SAUSA-02, which closed on January 19, 2018, and May 21, 2018, respectively, need not reapply.  Your application materials will be considered along with new applications received under this announcement.  If you wish to supplement information previously submitted, you must submit a completely new application which contains all requested information.

Application Deadline:

July 30, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses will not be paid.

Number of Positions Available:

One (1). As needed, additional SAUSA positions may be filled from this vacancy announcement.

 

Job Title: Special Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Sioux City, Iowa

About the Office:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Iowa (“USAO”) prosecutes federal criminal offenses and defends the interests of the United States in civil cases.  The Northern District of Iowa spans 52 of the state’s 99 counties.  The USAO headquarters is located in the eastern Iowa community of Cedar Rapids, with a branch office located on the western border of Iowa in Sioux City.

More information on the U.S. Attorney's Office, Northern District of Iowa can be found at http://www.justice.gov/usao/ian/.

This and other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at: https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies/.

Job Description:

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Iowa has a criminal attorney vacancy to be filled in our Sioux City office.  The attorney filling this position will be assigned a variety of narcotics and narcotics-related criminal investigations and prosecutions under the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) initiative. 

This is a non-federal position and the employer is the Woodbury County (Iowa) Attorney’s Office.  The terms, conditions and salary of this position will be administered by the county.  The selectee will be cross-designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA).  The position does not confer status as a federal employee.  The expected duration of this position is two years, but it may be extended without further competition.

Sioux City is located on the Missouri River and is approximately halfway between Minneapolis and Kansas City. Twice named an All-American City by the National Civic League, Sioux City serves as a regional hub for business, employment, industry, retail trade, medical care, educational opportunities and tourism in Northwest Iowa, Southeast South Dakota and Northeast Nebraska.  More than 140,000 people live in this tri-state metropolitan area.  For more information about Sioux City, visit: http://visitsiouxcity.org/.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).  Applicants will be expected to do their own legal research and writing, and must be substantially self-sufficient in preparing day-to-day correspondence and pleadings. Applicants must be proficient in the use of computers.

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred applicants will possess significant experience, skills, and/or interest in prosecuting federal narcotics and narcotics-related crimes.  Preferred applicants will demonstrate excellent oral and written advocacy skills.  Preferred applicants will have excellent interpersonal skills, including experience working with multi-agency task forces and other law enforcement officials.  Preferred applicants will have experience and familiarity with federal grand jury practice.  Preferred applicants will have experience in preparation of appellate briefs and presentation of appellate arguments.

United States citizenship is required.

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 full-field background investigation.

Salary:

The annual salary for this position will be up to $80,000, dependent on experience and funding availability. Salary and benefits will be administered by the Woodbury County (Iowa) Attorney’s Office.

Travel:

The SAUSA may be required to travel within and outside the District.

Application Process:

(Note: A separate application is required for each announcement to which you apply with this office; each application must reference the vacancy announcement to which it pertains.) 

Interested persons should direct cover letters and resumes to:

Scott McNamar
Human Resources Specialist
United States Attorney’s Office
111 7th Ave SE, Box 1
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

No phone calls please.  Hand-carried applications must be received by 5:00 pm Central Time on Monday, July 30, 2018; mailed applications must be postmarked by July 30, 2018. 

Applications may also be emailed to USAIAN.HR@usdoj.gov.

Persons applying by email are responsible for ensuring that email and any attachments are received no later than 11:59 pm Central Time on Monday, July 30, 2018. (Note:  The Northern District of Iowa cannot be responsible for lost/misrouted/delayed email transmissions.)

Applicants must also complete the Woodbury County Employment Application. The application can be found at www.woodburyiowa.com, (under the Departments/ Human Resources).  A hard copy of the completed application must be mailed or hand-carried to the address indicted at the top of the application form:  Human Resources Department; Woodbury County Courthouse; 620 Douglas Street, Room 701; Sioux City, Iowa 51101. The Woodbury County Employment Application must be postmarked or hand-delivered by Monday, July 30, 2018.

NOTE: Applicants who previously applied under Vacancy Announcement 2018-NDIA-SAUSA-03, which closed on May 23, 2018, need not reapply.  Your application materials will be considered along with new applications received under this announcement.  If you wish to supplement information previously submitted, you must submit a completely new application which contains all requested information.

Application Deadline:

July 30, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses will not be paid.

Number of Positions Available:

One. As needed, additional positions may be filled from this vacancy announcement.

 

Job Title: Section Chief, Tax Division

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The Tax Division invites qualified candidates currently in the government, or those with reinstatement eligibility to the Senior Executive Service, to apply for the position of Section Chief of the Criminal Enforcement Section, Southern Region.  

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 Criminal Enforcement Section, Southern Region supervises the nation's federal criminal tax enforcement program in 15 states in the southern region of the country as well as two territories (Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands).

Please see vacancy announcement on USAJOBS for complete details regarding this position: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/504526500

Job Description:

The incumbent serves as Chief of the Criminal Enforcement Section, Southern Region, Tax Division, U.S. Department of Justice. As Chief, the individual directly manages a staff of approximately 25 attorneys and 8 administrative professionals.  The Section evaluates almost all criminal tax matters within its jurisdiction referred by the Internal Revenue Service for grand jury investigation or prosecution, and the findings of these grand juries to make a final determination whether to authorize prosecution. The Section reviews key search warrant requests, immunity requests and other sensitive investigative procedures that require national oversight. In select cases, the Chief assigns the Section's attorneys to conduct or assist in conducting the investigation and prosecution of criminal tax matters. The incumbent personally approves indictments and plea offers and helps develop and supervises investigative and trial strategies. The Section also provides guidance and general program supervision to U.S. Attorney's Offices for criminal tax cases investigated and/or prosecuted by those offices. The Section's work involves Title 26 USC offenses and other tax-related financial crimes such as money laundering (18 USC §1956 and §1957), Bank Secrecy Act violations (Title 31 USC) and civil and criminal forfeiture. The incumbent consults with and reports to the Deputy Assistant Attorney General for Criminal Matters and the Assistant Attorney General with respect to all aspects of the nation's criminal tax enforcement program, and works closely with IRS Criminal Investigation and IRS Criminal Tax Counsel leadership regarding policy and procedures. The incumbent represents the Tax Division in inter-agency and intra-agency meetings, conferences and working groups, and speaks at bar conferences and other legal education programs.

Qualifications:

This is an attorney position. You must have a Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be a member in good standing of the bar of a state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Applicants must provide a narrative statement that demonstrates possession of the competencies in the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) as established by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management and possession of the technical qualifications listed below. Please limit the narrative statements for each Executive Core Qualification and Technical Qualification to no more than two pages. The narrative statements should demonstrate the necessary level of management skills, characteristics, qualities, specialized knowledge, and technical competence that would indicate successful performance in the SES. Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge and skills you possess. We recommend that your statements emphasize the level of responsibility, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions.

You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the technical and managerial/executive knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the Section Chief position.

You will be evaluated on all of the following mandatory technical qualifications (MTQ):

1. Knowledge of laws, policies and procedures relevant to criminal tax enforcement.
2. Experience litigating federal criminal tax cases in federal district court, including skill in legal research, legal writing and legal advocacy.
3. Experience in supervising federal tax enforcement matters.
4. Experience and skill in coaching and developing attorneys in the development and litigation of cases.

In addition, you must clearly document and demonstrate the following Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ).

ECQ1 - LEADING CHANGE. This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

ECQ2 - LEADING PEOPLE. This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.

ECQ3 - RESULTS DRIVEN. This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.

ECQ4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN. This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.

ECQ5 - BUILDING COALITIONS. This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.

Additional information on the Executive Core Qualifications and associated competencies can be found at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/ and in OPM's Guide to the Senior Executive Service Qualifications. The Guide can be found at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/reference-materials/guidetosesquals_2012.pdf

The Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) of the selectee who is not a current or former career Senior Executive employee (Title V) must be approved by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) before appointment.

Non-Competitive Consideration: You are considered a non-competitive applicant if you are a current career Senior Executive, Qualifications Review Board (QRB) certified graduate of a Senior Executive (SES) Candidate Development Program (CDP) or an individual with SES reinstatement eligibility. You may be considered non-competitively for appointment to this position if you meet the mandatory technical qualifications requirements.

Non-competitive applicants do not need to submit ECQ narratives but you must clearly state your status in your resume and submit a written narrative response to the Technical Qualification(s). Proof of non-competitive eligibility is required. The agency has the option of considering you non-competitively or including you in the competitive process.

Salary:

$126,148 to $189,600 per year

Travel:

Travel may be required.

Application Process:

Please see the Vacancy Announcement TAX-CES-18-PW-04 on https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/504526500 for complete application procedures.  

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package which includes:
- Resume.
- Narrative Statements that address the Executive Core Qualifications and Mandatory Technical Qualifications.
- If applicable, SF-50 showing you are a current member of the SES or are eligible for reinstatement into the SES or certification from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) of completion of the Candidate Development Program (CDP) and certification of ECQs.

Your application must be submitted to the Tax Division, Human Resources staff. You may submit your application by email to Criminal.taxattorney@usdoj.gov.

Application materials may also be sent to or hand delivered to the following addresses:

By U.S. Postal Service or other mail carrier:
U.S. Department of Justice/Tax Division
Human Resources Staff
P.O. Box 813
Washington D.C. 20044
ATTN: Phyllis Wolfteich

By hand-delivery or overnight mail:
Phyllis Wolfteich
U.S. Department of Justice, Tax Division
Room 10102
601 D Street, NW
Washington D.C. 20004

You must ensure your application is received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on the closing date of this announcement.

Application Deadline:

July 30, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Not authorized

Number of Positions Available:

1

 

Job Title: Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)

Job Location: Rochester, NY

About the Office:

The United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of New York, which encompasses 17 counties: Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, Yates, Steuben, Schuyler and Chemung. With Offices in Buffalo and Rochester, the United States Attorney is the principal Federal Law Enforcement Officer in the District and prosecutes all violations of the Federal Criminal Law. The Office also represents every federal agency in civil cases and matters.

For specific information pertaining to this District, please visit https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdny.

Job Description:

Employment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers a unique and challenging experience for the highly motivated attorney. The Civil Division defends the interests of the United States in civil litigation, pursues affirmative civil enforcement in a variety of fraud matters, and collects debts owed to the United States.

United States Attorneys in the Civil Division are responsible for representing the Federal Government and its agencies and employees in civil litigation. They commence civil cases on behalf of the United States in such areas as asset forfeiture, civil rights, health care and government programs fraud, financial litigation, and bankruptcy. AUSAs defend civil actions brought against the Federal Government in areas such as tort, employment discrimination, immigration, and constitutional torts. They are active at both the trial and appellate levels, taking depositions, preparing and answering discovery demands, negotiating settlements, engaging in motion practice, trying cases, and writing and arguing appeals.

Qualifications:

The District seeks attorneys who have outstanding legal ability, high moral character, mature judgment, and demonstrated excellence in civil litigation. Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least two (2) years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.  

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have (1) legal practice experience related to civil litigation; (2) quick analytical ability and the facility to accurately and precisely articulate the critical issues involved with a case; (3) superior oral and writing skills, as well as strong research and interpersonal skills; (4) ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with the court, other attorneys, support staff and client agencies; (5) capacity to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment; and (6) excellent computer literacy skills to include experience with automated research, electronic court filing, electronic e-mail and word processing systems.

Salary:

Assistant United States Attorneys' pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $53,062.00 to $124,503.00, plus locality pay of 15.37%.

Travel:

Occasional travel to the Buffalo, NY office; and Columbia, SC (training).

Application Process:

Applications can be submitted online through the following:  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/504597600. If unable to apply online, the announcement provides instructions on faxing your documents in the "How to Apply" tab.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses will not be authorized.

Number of Positions Available:

1

 

Job Title: Law Student Volunteer, Fall

Job Location: Washington, DC

About the Office:

The General Counsel's Office (GCO) is a component of the EOUSA in the Department of Justice and is responsible for providing a full range of legal advice and services to the 94 United States Attorney's Offices (USAOs) throughout the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. GCO provides timely and accurate legal advice and litigation support to USAOs and EOUSA on a wide range of legal issues including disciplinary or adverse actions, performance management issues, and any other employment-related issues; litigation before various administrative tribunals; government ethics matters, such as conflicts of interest, recusals, outside activities, and financial disclosure reports; questions concerning recusals of USAOs from pending cases or matters; property damage claims filed by federal employees; and procurement and fiscal law issues.

Job Description:

Interns will assist Assistant General Counsels (AGC) with preparing to respond to document production requests, written witness questionnaires, and legal research for draft pleadings in federal administrative proceedings. Interns will also work with AGCs on a variety of subject matters such as ethics, standards of conduct, and employment law. Interns will work with an attorney who will provide specific guidance and direction.

Qualifications:

First-year (second semester) and second and third-year law students with strong academic record. Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited law school at least half-time. Law school graduates are not eligible. Students interested in administrative law; federal employment law, or litigation are encouraged to apply. Interns must be able to commit to a minimum of 10 hours/week for 14 weeks during the academic semester or 6-8 weeks in the summer. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Due to the nature of the work performed at EOUSA, applicants who are offered an internship with EOUSA must pass a required background investigation before beginning employment.

Salary:

Volunteer (uncompensated). Course credit or work-study are available depending on school requirements.

Application Process:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample (no longer than 10 pages), and official or unofficial transcript by email to julia.lehning@usdoj.gov.  The cover letter should specify the semester for which the student is applying (e.g. Fall, Spring, and/or Summer) and be addressed to:

Julia Lehning
Assistant General Counsel
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys/General Counsel’s Office
175 N Street NE, Suite 5.100
Washington, D.C. 20530

Application Deadline:

August 1, 2018

Number of Positions Available:

2

 

Job Title: Law Student Volunteer, Spring 2019

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. The District contains a Criminal Division, Civil Division, and Appellate Division. The Criminal Division prosecutes violations of federal criminal law - types of cases include, but are not limited to: mail, wire, tax, and securities fraud; environmental crimes; firearm crimes; bank robbery; drug crimes; assaults; and murders. The Civil Division attorneys act as defense counsel for government agencies and employees. Types of cases include, but are not limited to: discrimination (race, sex, age, disability, religion); public land issues (quiet title, condemnation, land-use, access to public land, endangered species); bankruptcy; immigration; Federal Tort Claims Act (malpractice, etc.); and constitutional torts (Bivens).Civil Division attorneys also act as plaintiff's counsel in areas that include, but are not limited to: Medicaid and Medicare fraud; the False Claims Act; the enforcement of CERCLA; and any other cases in which the United States has been injured financially or where injunctive relief is needed.

The District of Colorado is seeking outstanding candidates for a spring 2019 legal internship to assist in our mission. The start and end dates are negotiable, but we ask that our interns commit to at least six weeks of service.

Job Description:

Assignments include, but are not limited to, drafting responsive motions, dispositive motions, memoranda of law, and appellate briefs. 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 Colorado United States District Court, 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 Area:
Appellate Litigation
Civil Litigation
Criminal Litigation

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

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:

This is a voluntary position without compensation or benefits.

Travel:

Not required

Application Process:

Applications must be submitted online and must include a cover letter, resume, legal writing sample, and a current unofficial school transcript or proof of enrollment (e.g., letter from the registrar's office).  Please use the link below to apply for a spring 2019 internship:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/503963400.

Application Deadline:

August 10, 2018

Number of Positions Available:

Many

 

Assistant United States Attorney

Job Location: Sacramento, CA

Criminal Division (Narcotics & Violent Crime Unit), Sacramento Office

Attorney
501 I Street, Suite 10-100
Sacramento, CA 95814
18-EDCA-11A

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 office places a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspective and encourages applications from attorneys from all ethnic groups, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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 Sacramento office serves the northern counties of the District: Alpine, Amador, Butte, Colusa, El Dorado, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Mono, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Solano, Sutter, Trinity, Tehama, Yolo, and Yuba.

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

Job Description:

The United States Attorney is seeking 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 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.

Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications: Applicants must 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.

Preferred Qualifications: 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.

Proficiency in the Spanish language is a plus.

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 $66,253 to $164,100 (which includes 24.86% locality for the Sacramento area).

Travel:

The position is based in Sacramento. 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 August 24, 2018. Applications must be postmarked by that date to be considered. Please include the vacancy announcement number listed at the top of this announcement (18-EDCA-11A) 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:

August 24, 2018

Relocation Expenses:

Relocation expenses are 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.

 

Sales Associate – Level I

Job Location: Columbus AFB, MS

Job Description:

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

Qualifications:

  • First preference will be given to legally blind and/or wounded warrior candidates
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
  • Requires good people skills. 
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
  • Proficiency using computer/Window applications or ability to use once trained
  • Six months Point-of-Sale and retail or customer service experience preferred. 
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St. Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or download an application at www.stlb.net and fax to (361) 654-8292.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Many

 

Sales Associate-Level II

Job Location: Sacramento, CA

Job Description:

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

Qualifications:

  • First preference will be given to legally blind and/or wounded warrior candidates
  • Requires high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Basic knowledge of JWOD Program and Federal Supply Schedule.
  • Requires good people skills. 
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). 
  • Proficiency using computer/Window applications.
  • Two years of experience with Point-of-Sale system in a retail environment preferred.
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St. Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or download an application at www.stlb.net and fax to (361) 654-8292.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Many

 

Machine Operator

Job Location: Victoria, TX

Job Description:

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

Qualifications:

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

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St. Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or download an application at www.stlb.net and fax to (361) 654-8292.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Many

 

Sales Associate, Level I

Job Location: Corpus Christi, TX

Job Description:

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

Qualifications:

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

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St. Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or download an application at www.stlb.net and fax to (361) 654-8292.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Many

 

Assemblers/Packers

Job Location: Corpus Christi, TX

Job Description:

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

Qualifications:

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

Application Process:

Applicants can apply at 4421 Agnes St. Corpus Christi, TX between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or download an application at www.stlb.net and fax to (361) 654-8292.

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Number of Positions Available:

Many