The United States Department of Justice
Privacy and Civil Liberties Attorney
The United States Department of Justice, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
The FBI's Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a highly qualified attorney to join its exciting and challenging privacy and civil liberties legal practice with assignment at the Terrorist Screening Center in Vienna, Virginia. OGC provides legal advice to the entire FBI, including the Director, FBI Headquarters officials and agents in the 56 domestic field offices, on a wide range of substantive issues. OGC works closely with other elements of the Department of Justice, other members of the Intelligence Community, including the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the Central Intelligence Agency, the National Security Agency and the White House. OGC also assists the FBI in forming partnerships with other federal, state, local and international agencies, as well as private sector entities, in support of FBI operations.
Mission:The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.
Privacy and Civil Liberties Unit (PCLU):
Attorneys working in PCLU apply their expertise, skills, and education to protect the nation by providing legal advice and counsel across all FBI investigative and intelligence collection programs. These attorneys ensure that FBI activities comply with the U.S. Constitution, federal privacy laws (such as the Privacy Act and Section 208 of the E-Government Act), executive actions regulations, and policies. PCLU attorneys provide expertise in the following areas: privacy and civil liberties affecting the FBI both operationally and as an employer; the authorized sharing of information about individuals by FBI personnel; Privacy Impact Assessments and Systems of Records Notice for FBI information technology systems; Memorandums of Understanding and information sharing agreements; data breaches involving FBI information; and legal analysis of legislation, regulations, and policies.
Our office places a high value on diversity of experiences and perspectives and encourages applications from all qualified men and women from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBT individuals, and persons with disabilities.
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.
Job DescriptionConsults and provides comprehensive legal guidance to FBI clients on issues related to privacy and civil liberties;Reviews and edits privacy documentation and information sharing agreements submitted by clients on a wide array of information systems;Drafts memos, policies, and other documents for FBI executive management, ensuring compliance with law and policy;Briefs FBI executive management on issues related to privacy and civil liberties;Conducts training for FBI personnel on privacy and civil liberties matters;Supports the component's Privacy and Civil Liberties Officer, who is responsible for ensuring component-wide compliance with information privacy and civil liberties mandates;Develops and evaluates legislative, regulatory, and other policy proposals that implicate privacy issues.
QualificationsKey Requirements:Must be a U.S. citizen;Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance;Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI);Selectee will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually.
BASIC REQUIREMENT:Possess a law degree from an accredited American Bar Association law school;Proof of active membership and good standing with any U.S. jurisdiction bar association.
Positive Education Requirement: This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic requirement by submitting proof of J.D. degree and proof of good standing with a U.S. jurisdiction bar association.
Application ProcessNOTE: All FBI employees must undergo an FBI Background Investigation and receive an FBI Top Secret security clearance. For employment eligibility with the FBI, applicants must not violate any of the automatic employment disqualifiers, and adhere to the FBI's pre-employment drug policy. Please ensure you meet these standards before submitting an application.
How to Apply:To apply for this position, provide a complete application package which includes the following REQUIRED documents:1. Your cover letter and resume2. A writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages3. Proof of current and active bar association membership4. Copy of Law School Transcripts5. Current SF-50 (if external government employee)6. DD 214 (proof of Veteran's Preference)
What to Expect NextOnce your complete application is received, the FBI will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Travel : Some travel is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity : The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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Mission:The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.
Privacy and Civil Liberties Unit (PCLU):
Attorneys working in PCLU apply their expertise, skills, and education to protect the nation by providing legal advice and counsel across all FBI investigative and intelligence collection programs. These attorneys ensure that FBI activities comply with the U.S. Constitution, federal privacy laws (such as the Privacy Act and Section 208 of the E-Government Act), executive actions regulations, and policies. PCLU attorneys provide expertise in the following areas: privacy and civil liberties affecting the FBI both operationally and as an employer; the authorized sharing of information about individuals by FBI personnel; Privacy Impact Assessments and Systems of Records Notice for FBI information technology systems; Memorandums of Understanding and information sharing agreements; data breaches involving FBI information; and legal analysis of legislation, regulations, and policies.
Our office places a high value on diversity of experiences and perspectives and encourages applications from all qualified men and women from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBT individuals, and persons with disabilities.
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.
Job DescriptionConsults and provides comprehensive legal guidance to FBI clients on issues related to privacy and civil liberties;Reviews and edits privacy documentation and information sharing agreements submitted by clients on a wide array of information systems;Drafts memos, policies, and other documents for FBI executive management, ensuring compliance with law and policy;Briefs FBI executive management on issues related to privacy and civil liberties;Conducts training for FBI personnel on privacy and civil liberties matters;Supports the component's Privacy and Civil Liberties Officer, who is responsible for ensuring component-wide compliance with information privacy and civil liberties mandates;Develops and evaluates legislative, regulatory, and other policy proposals that implicate privacy issues.
QualificationsKey Requirements:Must be a U.S. citizen;Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance;Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI);Selectee will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually.
BASIC REQUIREMENT:Possess a law degree from an accredited American Bar Association law school;Proof of active membership and good standing with any U.S. jurisdiction bar association.
Positive Education Requirement: This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic requirement by submitting proof of J.D. degree and proof of good standing with a U.S. jurisdiction bar association.
Application ProcessNOTE: All FBI employees must undergo an FBI Background Investigation and receive an FBI Top Secret security clearance. For employment eligibility with the FBI, applicants must not violate any of the automatic employment disqualifiers, and adhere to the FBI's pre-employment drug policy. Please ensure you meet these standards before submitting an application.
How to Apply:To apply for this position, provide a complete application package which includes the following REQUIRED documents:1. Your cover letter and resume2. A writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages3. Proof of current and active bar association membership4. Copy of Law School Transcripts5. Current SF-50 (if external government employee)6. DD 214 (proof of Veteran's Preference)
What to Expect NextOnce your complete application is received, the FBI will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Travel : Some travel is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity : The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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