Offices, Boards and Divisions
Attorney Adviser (HTPU Policy Counsel)
Offices, Boards and Divisions, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Are you interested in a rewarding and challenging opportunity? Join the U.S. Department of Justice! This position is that of an Attorney Adviser (Policy Counsel) for the Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit (HTPU), Criminal Section, Civil Rights Division, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), in Washington, D.C. The Policy Counsel's primary role will be to provide expert policy analysis, advocacy, and guidance to advance HTPU's and DOJ's anti-trafficking policies, strategies, and priorities.Duties
Typical responsibilities include:Conduct policy analysis and engage in oral and written policy advocacy to advance HTPU and DOJ anti-trafficking priorities;Work to develop legislative proposals to address challenges and concerns impacting HTPU and DOJ anti-trafficking efforts;Advise and guide the NHTC, HTPU Deputy Director for Policy and Programs, and Section Chief on matters impacting anti-trafficking policies, strategies, and priorities;Coordinate with relevant DOJ, interagency, and external anti-trafficking stakeholders to identify and analyze issues, challenges, and concerns impacting anti-trafficking efforts, as well as opportunities and promising practices for enhancing anti-trafficking efforts;Develop, review, and revise briefing materials, talking points, proposed remarks, draft testimony, and other documents in preparation for significant anti-trafficking engagements;Collaborate with the NHTC, HTPU Deputy Director for Policy and Programs, and Section Chief, to implement directives under the interagency National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and DOJ National Strategy to Combat Human Trafficking;Represent HTPU and DOJ in relevant Departmental and interagency Working Groups, building consensus on effective approaches and guiding coordinated implementation actions;In collaboration with HTPU Deputy Director for Policy and Programs, OLP, and other relevant DOJ components, review, analyze, and integrate Departmental and interagency submissions in connection with statutorily mandated reports, multilateral treaties, and interagency engagements;Other tasks in support of HTPU, the Civil Rights Division, and DOJ's anti-trafficking priorities.Salary
$163,964 - $191,900/yearConditions of Employment
Must be a U.S. Citizen or NationalAll male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must have registered for the selective service. If selected, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.You may be required to complete a one- or two-year probationary period.You may be required to complete a pre-employment security screening to initiate your background investigation, which includes a drug screening. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion and adjudication of your investigation.You must have a JD 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.DOJ uses E-Verify, an internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a JD from an American Bar Association accredited law school, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any jurisdiction) and possess the minimum years of post-professional law degree experience commensurate to the grade level of eligibility, as shown below. Applicants also must have strong, demonstrated qualifications in the following areas: academic achievement; substantive knowledge and expertise in the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the work of the section or substantially similar laws, rules, and regulations; written and oral communication skills; the ability to analyze complex issues; skill and experience working collaboratively and productively with others; organizational skills; professional judgment; initiative; and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, demanding environment. In addition, applicants must have outstanding professional references.GS-15 - minimum 4 years post-JD legal experiencePreferred Qualifications:
The following demonstrated qualifications are preferred but not required: experience in Judicial clerkships (especially in federal court), law review, moot court, and clinical work. Skill and experience working cooperatively and productively with a range of people, such as charging parties, witnesses, respondents, disadvantaged or disenfranchised groups, opposing counsel, judicial or administrative officials, advocacy groups, law enforcement personnel, and the staff of other federal or state governmental agencies, are also preferred.Education
You must possess a JD. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials.Required Documents
The following documents are required for your application to be complete:Cover Letter:
Letter should highlight relevant knowledge and experience, including any preferred qualifications.Resume:
Ensure work experiences clearly show the possession of knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position and the technical skills to successfully perform the duties of the position.Law School Transcripts:
Submit a copy of your law school transcript(s) (unofficial is acceptable). Current DOJ Attorneys are not required to submit a copy of their transcripts.Writing Sample:
A brief or comparable analytic legal exposition that is your work product. (No more than 10 pages)Assessment Questionnaire:
(you will be prompted to complete this when you apply online).Schedule A Documentation:
If applicable, a Schedule A letter from a physician, local, state or federal rehabilitation office citing your eligibility under 5 CFR 213.3102 (u).Veterans Preference Documentation:
If applicable, provide the necessary documentation as specified.All materials must be received by 11/18/2024 to be considered for this announcement.How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/18/2024 to receive consideration.
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Typical responsibilities include:Conduct policy analysis and engage in oral and written policy advocacy to advance HTPU and DOJ anti-trafficking priorities;Work to develop legislative proposals to address challenges and concerns impacting HTPU and DOJ anti-trafficking efforts;Advise and guide the NHTC, HTPU Deputy Director for Policy and Programs, and Section Chief on matters impacting anti-trafficking policies, strategies, and priorities;Coordinate with relevant DOJ, interagency, and external anti-trafficking stakeholders to identify and analyze issues, challenges, and concerns impacting anti-trafficking efforts, as well as opportunities and promising practices for enhancing anti-trafficking efforts;Develop, review, and revise briefing materials, talking points, proposed remarks, draft testimony, and other documents in preparation for significant anti-trafficking engagements;Collaborate with the NHTC, HTPU Deputy Director for Policy and Programs, and Section Chief, to implement directives under the interagency National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and DOJ National Strategy to Combat Human Trafficking;Represent HTPU and DOJ in relevant Departmental and interagency Working Groups, building consensus on effective approaches and guiding coordinated implementation actions;In collaboration with HTPU Deputy Director for Policy and Programs, OLP, and other relevant DOJ components, review, analyze, and integrate Departmental and interagency submissions in connection with statutorily mandated reports, multilateral treaties, and interagency engagements;Other tasks in support of HTPU, the Civil Rights Division, and DOJ's anti-trafficking priorities.Salary
$163,964 - $191,900/yearConditions of Employment
Must be a U.S. Citizen or NationalAll male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must have registered for the selective service. If selected, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.You may be required to complete a one- or two-year probationary period.You may be required to complete a pre-employment security screening to initiate your background investigation, which includes a drug screening. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion and adjudication of your investigation.You must have a JD 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.DOJ uses E-Verify, an internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a JD from an American Bar Association accredited law school, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any jurisdiction) and possess the minimum years of post-professional law degree experience commensurate to the grade level of eligibility, as shown below. Applicants also must have strong, demonstrated qualifications in the following areas: academic achievement; substantive knowledge and expertise in the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the work of the section or substantially similar laws, rules, and regulations; written and oral communication skills; the ability to analyze complex issues; skill and experience working collaboratively and productively with others; organizational skills; professional judgment; initiative; and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, demanding environment. In addition, applicants must have outstanding professional references.GS-15 - minimum 4 years post-JD legal experiencePreferred Qualifications:
The following demonstrated qualifications are preferred but not required: experience in Judicial clerkships (especially in federal court), law review, moot court, and clinical work. Skill and experience working cooperatively and productively with a range of people, such as charging parties, witnesses, respondents, disadvantaged or disenfranchised groups, opposing counsel, judicial or administrative officials, advocacy groups, law enforcement personnel, and the staff of other federal or state governmental agencies, are also preferred.Education
You must possess a JD. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials.Required Documents
The following documents are required for your application to be complete:Cover Letter:
Letter should highlight relevant knowledge and experience, including any preferred qualifications.Resume:
Ensure work experiences clearly show the possession of knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position and the technical skills to successfully perform the duties of the position.Law School Transcripts:
Submit a copy of your law school transcript(s) (unofficial is acceptable). Current DOJ Attorneys are not required to submit a copy of their transcripts.Writing Sample:
A brief or comparable analytic legal exposition that is your work product. (No more than 10 pages)Assessment Questionnaire:
(you will be prompted to complete this when you apply online).Schedule A Documentation:
If applicable, a Schedule A letter from a physician, local, state or federal rehabilitation office citing your eligibility under 5 CFR 213.3102 (u).Veterans Preference Documentation:
If applicable, provide the necessary documentation as specified.All materials must be received by 11/18/2024 to be considered for this announcement.How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/18/2024 to receive consideration.
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