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The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) is the State Education Agency for the District of Columbia and we are charged with raising the quality of education for all DC residents. OSSE serves as the District’s liaison to the US Department of Education and works closely with the District’s traditional and public charter schools. We play a pivotal role in sustaining, accelerating, and deepening the progress being made in DC education.

OSSE is where smart, dedicated minds come together to make wonderful things happen for students and families in the District. There is tremendous opportunity here for solution-focused creative thinkers who want to lead in the education space by creatively navigating and addressing barriers to quality education. Whether your expertise is in business, data, finance, law, operations, technology or education policy and practice, there is a career here for you at OSSE.

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If you’re looking for an inclusive work environment that values growth and learning, look no further than Children’s Law Center!

Children’s Law Center provides our clients with an unparalleled level of expertise in highly specialized areas of the law. Together with DC children and families, we use the law to solve children’s urgent problems today, improve the systems that will affect their lives tomorrow and strengthen our community so that change endures. In order to achieve this mission, Children’s Law Center relies on the contributions of our dedicated and accomplished staff members. Our attorneys, paralegals, social workers, investigators and administrative personnel have the unique opportunity to support enduring and transformative change that improves the lives of children and families in DC.

Children’s Law Center offers a comprehensive benefits package and provides abundant opportunities for learning and professional growth.

Children’s Law Center hosts a comprehensive, hands-on internship program. Law clerk and intern positions are available during spring, summer, and fall semesters.

Excited about a role, but don’t meet 100% of the listed qualifications? We’d still love for you to apply!

Children’s Law Center is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all of the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to Children’s Law Center, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Our Recruiting Team maintains awareness of all open roles which means your application may be assessed against multiple positions, and we will reach out to gauge your interest in other opportunities as appropriate. Questions or concerns? Contact [email protected] , and we would be happy to connect with you!

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Education Law Associate Attorney

District of Columbia - Washington

Washington D.C. office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks an education law associate attorney with 2-5 years of law firm, in-house, or government agency experience. The candidate will work on matters affecting postsecondary education. Should have a strong academic record from a top-tier law school. Substantive legal experience in hi.... Legal

Labor And Employment Associate Attorney

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THE POWER TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE REGULATORY MAZE IN EDUCATION

As a higher education law firm, Powers employs a practical, creative and collaborative approach to helping colleges and universities, vocational schools, investment firms, lenders, servicers, and others active in postsecondary education design and implement strategies to achieve their educational and operational goals in a compliant manner within a highly complex regulatory framework.

Education has emerged as a major area of national attention and public policy debate. Throughout the last decade, the federal government has significantly increased federal funding for the education and training of America's workforce. Increasingly, federal and state governments and consumers have called for higher levels of accountability from educational institutions for this significant investment. There is probably no more heavily reviewed and audited area of the education sector than the federal student financial aid programs.

This increased federal and state scrutiny has resulted in a complex regulatory framework affecting all sectors of postsecondary education which significantly impacts the administration of every college and university, from long-term strategic planning to day-to-day operations. Such a highly-regulated environment demands careful assessment and monitoring of internal risks and compliance. These changes also highlight the need for close monitoring of legislative and regulatory actions at the federal and state levels and a positive working relationship with the relevant regulatory agencies.

Higher Education Law Firm

As an education law firm in Washington, DC, attorneys and professionals at Powers Pyles Sutter & Verville work closely with educational institutions across the United States and abroad. Our clients include private nonprofit colleges and universities, public institutions of higher education, privately owned and publicly traded schools and school systems, secondary school systems, private equity firms, lenders, service providers and others active in postsecondary education. We advise our clients on matters pertaining to student financial aid and other areas of federal regulatory compliance, program review and audit resolution , accreditation compliance and proceedings, state licensure and approval requirements and proceedings, institutional substantive changes, financial responsibility concerns, mergers and acquisitions, administrative and judicial litigation, including False Claims Act and consumer protection matters, risk assessment and government relations.

Powers , an education law firm, has extensive and successful experience advising clients in connection with:

• Defense and resolution of U.S. Department of Education program reviews and Office of the Inspector General audits
• Establishing and maintaining institutional and programmatic eligibility to participate in the Title IV federal student assistance programs administered by the U.S. Department of Education under the Higher Education Act
• Obtaining and maintaining accreditation from institutional and programmatic accrediting bodies
• Addressing and resolving regulatory compliance issues, including with respect to the Higher Education Act, the Workforce Investment Act, veterans and other federal education funding programs, state educational licensing, institutional and programmatic accreditation, the Clery Act, and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and other federal and state laws on student privacy.
• Preventive and routine compliance reviews
• Defense and resolution of claims before the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights
• Defense and resolution of federal and state False Claims Act and consumer protection investigations and litigation , including any resulting administrative litigation
• Obtaining regulatory and accrediting approvals for changes of ownership, new locations, new programs, and other substantive changes
• Financial responsibility noncompliance concerns caused by enrollment decreases, revenue reductions, and debt service problems
• Structuring growth and consolidation transactions to avoid or minimize growth restrictions and disruption of access to student financial aid caused by changes of ownership or control
• Mergers, acquisitions, public and private securities offerings, and credit agreements involving institutions of higher education
• Joint ventures involving shared educational resources
• Contracts with domestic and foreign institutions
• Distance learning ventures
• Contracts with private student lenders, student loan servicers, and other vendors to educational institutions
• Working with government officials to address policy concerns and ensure that clients are not negatively impacted by new policies, and
• Developing legislative proposals designed to improve educational results and provide greater benefits for students

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• Accreditation
• Litigation - Education
• Program Reviews and IG Audits
• Title IV Eligibility and Compliance
• Transactions

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Nicolas E.M. Michiels

Joel M. Rudnick

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Samuel Bissell

Taylor Dowd

Michael Hagan

Alyson Raphael

Sharon H. Bob

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Cynthia Grunden

Ellyn McLaughlin

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Education law associate attorney.

Washington D.C. office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks an education law associate attorney with 2-5 years of law firm, in-house, or government agency experience. The candidate will work on matters affecting postsecondary education. Should have a strong academic record from a top-tier law school. Substantive legal experience in higher education is preferred. Those with experience in any of the following substantive areas within the education group, such as t

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Labor & employment associate.

Job Title: Labor & Employment Associate Location: Albany, Boston, Buffalo, New Haven, New York City, Rochester, Syracuse, or Washington DC Experience: Minimum of two years in labor and employment law Barclay Damon LLP, a top regional law firm with nearly 300 attorneys, is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate for one of its US office locations. The firm operates from a strategic platform of offices located in Albany, Boston, Buffalo, New Haven, New York City, Rochester,

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Labor And Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a dedicated Labor and Employment Associate Attorney with a minimum of 2 years of experience in labor and employment law. The ideal candidate will possess strong verbal and written communication skills, superior interpersonal abilities, and a proven track record of working effectively with clients. Experience in higher education is highly valued for this position.Duties:Provide legal advice and repres

Education - General Attorney in Washington, DC

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This position is located in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Policy, Law Enforcement Innovation and Crime Reduction. BJA's mission is to provide leadership and services in grant administration and criminal justice program development to support local, state and Tribal justice strategies to achieve safer communities.

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$139,395 - $181,216 per year

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1 vacancy in the following location:

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Yes—as determined by the agency policy. This position is not a remote position. The duty station is Washington, DC. The selectee will be required to report to the duty station at least 4 days per bi-weekly pay period.

Travel Required

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

Relocation expenses reimbursed

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1109 Grants Management

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Current federal employees of this agency.

Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.

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Applicants must be U.S. Citizens. Applicants will be considered under Delegated Examining and/or Merit Promotion procedures based upon eligibility.

• Serves as a Supervisory Grants Management Specialist (Law Enforcement and Prosecution) in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Policy, Law Enforcement Innovation and Crime Reduction Office, over the Violent Crime Unit;
• Serves as an expert and authority in the way that grants can be used to achieve: law enforcement and prosecution innovations; violent crime reduction strategies; technological enhancements that improve public safety; and collaborative law enforcement public health/public safety partnerships;
• Oversees a team of grants management specialists and other staff involved in administering grants focused on law enforcement and prosecution;
• Participates in strategic planning for grant programs, identifying priority areas for funding and developing strategies to address law enforcement and prosecution challenges; and
• Oversees budgetary aspects of grant programs, ensuring funds are allocated appropriately and expenditures are in compliance with federal regulations.

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Conditions of employment.

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
• Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.
• 1-year probationary period may be required.
• Confidential Financial Disclosure may be required
• Security Requirements: Non-Sensitive/Moderate Risk
• 1-year supervisory probationary period may be required.

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Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level. Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include:

• Develops law enforcement models and/or strategies to create new programming to address violent crime, crime prevention and cross system partnerships;
• Manages the review of grant applications from solicitations and calls for papers related to: law enforcement and prosecution innovations; violent crime reduction strategies; technological enhancements that improve public safety; and/or collaborative law enforcement public health/public safety partnerships;
• Works on all phases of grants, cooperative agreements and contracts as well as content of interagency agreements that have a significant impact related to criminal justice; and
• Promotes contributions to the adoption of evidence-based practices and overall knowledge in the criminal justice field.

Technical Qualifications: Applicants who meet the basic entry and minimum qualification requirements, as described above, will be further evaluated on the following technical qualifications:

• Ability to Supervise
• Grant and Cooperative Agreement Management
• Research, Program Development and Outreach
• Oral Communication

There is no education requirement for this position.

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• This position may be eligible for telework per agency policy.
• OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules.
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized.
• Relocation incentives may be authorized.
• This position excluded from the bargaining unit.
• This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
• Please do not indicate current or former position salary in your application or resume.
• As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
• This position has a duty station of Washington, D.C. The selectee will be required to physically report to the OJP office building at least four (4) days per bi-weekly pay period and may incorporate leave and official travel plans into this reporting requirement. The office director or supervisor may request the selectee's presence in the office more frequently, as determined by the needs of the office. The selectee will be responsible for covering all commuting-related travel expenses. OJP employees are eligible for one transportation benefit - parking or the Department of Justice (DOJ) transit subsidy.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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

For All U.S. Citizens: Your application will be evaluated and rated under DOJ's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Names of all candidates in the best qualified category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Candidates within the best qualified category who are eligible for veterans preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligibles. For Status/Merit Promotion/VEOA candidates: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume and application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. For Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) applicants: The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, or if your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Under merit promotion procedures, to be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. Under category rating procedures, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria.

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

• Resume (To receive credit for experience, your employment history must be documented in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date and include the number of hours worked per week. Failure to follow this format may result in disqualification),
• Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable; see below),
• SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (current and former federal employees; see below for more information), and
• Performance Appraisal (for current federal employees) Note: if not provided, may be required at time of interview.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".
• Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a separate statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
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Once your completed application is certified and received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement.

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Law student volunteer, summer 2025.

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

The office has three litigating divisions—Criminal, Civil, and Appellate.  The Criminal Division is concerned with the prosecution of all federal criminal violations, which include controlled substance violations, violent crime, organized crime, fraud, tax violations, white-collar crime, civil rights violations, crimes against children, and national security offenses. The Civil Division is devoted to cases involving bankruptcy, collections, affirmative civil enforcement, federal tort claim defenses, EEOC matters, and prisoner petitions. The Appellate Division handles the office’s appeals and provides guidance to AUSAs. Employees work from the Sioux Falls (headquarters), Rapid City, or Pierre offices.

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

The District of South Dakota is seeking outstanding candidates as Law Student Volunteers for the summer of 2025.  Law Student Volunteers are overseen by experienced Assistant U.S. Attorneys who provide daily supervision and coordinate work assignments.  The following are a few of the activities students experience in this role:

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

Other opportunities provided to Law Student Volunteers include:

• meeting with federal agencies (FBI, DEA, ATF, HSI, etc.);
• attending “Intern Panels” hosted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys; and
• receiving personal introductions to federal district judges.

The summer session runs from approximately June to August. For the best experience, Law Student Volunteers are expected to work in-person, 40 hours a week, for a minimum of 8 weeks.

To be eligible as a Law Student Volunteer, 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.

• Citizenship:  Law Student Volunteers 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: All Law Student Volunteers must successfully complete a background investigation to determine suitability for a Federal Law Student Volunteer experience.

• Volunteer Agreement: All Law Student Volunteers are required to sign the Participant Agreement (will be completed later during the security process, if selected).

Please provide the following information  as one combined PDF attachment  to: [email protected]  no later than midnight August 12, 2024.

• Cover letter including your contact information, the litigating division(s) you are interested in, office preference (Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and/or Pierre), and the dates you are available for the Law Student Volunteer position.  We encourage you to addresses your interest in the USAO’s work and your ties to (or interest in) the District of South Dakota
• Current resume
• Current law school transcript (unofficial).  If your  most recent semester's  grades are unavailable when you submit your application, you must provide them as soon as they become available
• A legal writing sample (not to exceed 10 pages).

Those selected for interviews will be notified.  We typically participate in on-campus interviewing (OCI) at the University of South Dakota Knutson School of Law.  For students farther afield and when on-campus interviews are not feasible, arrangements will be made for interviews online or in person at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Sioux Falls. 

This is a voluntary position without compensation or benefits.  Academic credit may be available. Law Student Volunteers are required to coordinate their eligibility and any associated requirements through their respective law school at least one month in advance.

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Department Policies

Equal Employment Opportunity :  The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.  Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex - including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy status - or because of age (over 40), physical or mental disability, protected genetic information, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit based factor.  The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities. The Department is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department of Justice. For more information, please review our full  EEO Statement .

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

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

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

Veterans :  There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their submissions. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website,  www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf  for a copy of SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preferences and the required supporting document(s). Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service- connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that their retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).

USAO Residency Requirement :  Assistant United States Attorneys must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof.  See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

This and other vacancy announcements can be found under  Attorney Vacancies  and  Volunteer Legal Internships . The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.

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