The Civil Rights Division (CRT or Division) is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as the Deputy Assistant Attorney General overseeing the work of the Division's Criminal Section and at least one Civil Section.
DutiesAs the Deputy Assistant Attorney General, the successful candidate:
- Serves as consultant and advisor on all matters of major policies requiring the personal attention of the Assistant Attorney General (AAG). Reviews and supervises the work of one or more CRT sections and meets regularly with section managers to communicate the enforcement and policy priorities of the AAG and to ensure that each section's work aligns with those priorities.
- Although section assignments are subject to change, the incumbent is expected to review and supervise the work of the Division's Criminal Section and at least one civil enforcement section.
- Advises on and decides questions of policy and procedure arising in connection with the initiation, conduct, and termination of civil rights litigation, both civil and criminal, subject to review by the AAG.
- Confers with, advises, and instructs senior members of CRT, special counsel, and other Division and Department attorneys on matters relating to the enforcement of statutes, Executive Orders, and other regulations assigned to CRT.
- Is expected to conceive and formulate policies and programs for elimination of unlawful practices of discrimination involving federally protected civil rights, anticipating, minimizing, or obviating wherever possible apparent federal and state conflicts with respect to enforcement of civil rights. In emergencies, conducts field surveys and inspection trips to troublesome areas in civil rights matters for the purpose of advising and aiding the AAG in the formulation of departmental policy and determining when the Department must take prosecution or other corrective action.
- Drafts, reviews, and comments on the Department's legislative program on civil rights, with a view to determining their adequacy under the Constitution and the need of such legislation in the enforcement of federally protected civil rights.
- Confers with individuals and groups who call upon the Department in connection with civil rights matters, advises such individuals and groups thereon, and initiates appropriate action.
- Acts as liaison and representative of the AAG with the Commission on Civil Rights and other agencies of the Government and with private and semi-private organizations and educational institutions regarding civil right matters.
SalaryConditions of Employment- You must be a U.S. Citizen to qualify for this position.
- You must provide the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
- You must complete a background investigation, to include pre-employment drug testing. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion and adjudication of your background investigation and award of a Top-Secret security clearance.
- You must have a Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state or territory of the US, the District of Columbia or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
- Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
- Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service are subject to a one-year probationary period.
- Veterans' preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
- 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.
- A public Financial Disclosure report will be required annually.
QualificationsTo be considered for this position, you must submit a written statement addressing each of the five (5) Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and three (3) Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed below. Written statements that include any form of "see resume" in an effort to satisfy the MTQ or ECQ requirement will result in removal from consideration for the position. Further, failure to address both the ECQs (as applicable) and MTQs separately as set forth below will also remove you from consideration for this position.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications- Demonstrated experience developing, litigating, and supervising matters involving one or more statutes enforced, and constitutional provisions protected, by the Civil Rights Division, including those enforced by the Criminal Section.
- Ability to establish an organizational vision, develop a strategic plan and implement strategic change, develop and advance policy initiatives, and build coalitions, both within the organization and outside the organization.
- Demonstrated experience communicating effectively on complex legal and technical issues through oral and written communication.
Executive Core Qualifications- Leading Change: The ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization.
- Leading People: The ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals.
- Results Driven: The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations.
- Business Acumen: The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
- Building Coalitions: The ability to build coalitions internally and with other federal agencies, state and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations.
EducationApplicants must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be a member in good standing of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico bar.
Other InformationOnly experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
How to ApplyTo begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Failure to submit a complete application (resume and all supporting documents) by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 10/21/2024 may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.
BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about federal benefits.
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