U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
CRIMINAL DIVISION
FRAUD SECTION
EXPERIENCED FOREIGN CORRUPT PRACTICES ACT (FCPA)
ENFORCEMENT ATTORNEY (GS-0905-13/14/15)
WASHINGTON, DC
Vacancy Announcement Number: 08-CRM-FRD-35
The Criminal Division, U.S. Department of Justice, is seeking experienced attorneys to fill openings in the Fraud Section based in Washington, D.C.
About the Office: The Fraud Section, the largest litigating component of the Criminal Division, directs and coordinates the federal effort against fraud and white-collar crime. The Section investigates and prosecutes complex white-collar crime cases throughout the country and implements and coordinates enforcement policy. Fraud Section cases focus on the bribery of foreign government officials in violation of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), corporate and securities fraud schemes, financial institution and insurance fraud, and health care fraud.
Responsibilities and Opportunity Offered: The Fraud Section is currently seeking qualified attorneys to prosecute FCPA cases, among other matters. The position involves working with federal agencies including FBI, IRS, ICE, and United States Attorney’s Offices, as well as foreign law enforcement counterparts. The position also provides the opportunity for involvement in policy matters related to the bribery of foreign public officials. The section regulerly prosecutes white collar cases of national significance or great complexity, many of which are FCPA cases. Currently, the section is prioritizing investigations of FCPA violations, securities fraud, and health care fraud.
Required and Preferred Qualifications: Required qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a State, territory, or the District of Columbia, and have at least three (3) years of legal experience. Applicants should have a strong academic background as well as excellent research and writing skills. Prior experience investigating and prosecuting complex white-collar crime cases is preferred. Criminal trial experience and a demonstrated interest in white-collar crime issues is highly desirable. Clerkship with a federal district judge is desirable. Attorneys who are currently prosecutors or with prior prosecutorial experience at USAOs are highly encouraged to apply. The position requires frequent travel. A three-year commitment to the position also is requested.
Application Process: To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter (highlighting relevant experience), a detailed resume and/or OF-612 Application for Federal Employment, or a current SF-171 (Application for Federal Employment), a writing sample, law school transcript and a current performance appraisal (if applicable) to Employment.Fraud@usdoj.gov [E-mail submission preferred] or mail to:
U.S. Department of Justice
Fraud Section, Criminal Division
10th & Constitution Ave N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20530
ATTN: Mark F. Mendelsohn, Deputy Chief
Deadline Date: No telephone calls please. Applications will be accepted until September 18, 2008.
Salary Information: Current salary and years of experience determine the appropriate salary level. The possible salary range is GS-13($82,961 - $107,854 per annum), GS-14($98,033 - $127,442 per annum) to GS-15 ($115,317 - $149,000 per annum).
(See OPM's Web page at www.opm.gov/oca/payrates/index.htm)
Relocation expenses are not authorized. This and other attorney vacancy announcements can be found at: http://www.usdoj.gov/oarm/attvacancies.html
For more information about the Criminal Division, visit the Criminal Division Web page at: http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal/index.html
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace, and the person selected will be required to pass a drug test to screen for illegal drug use. Employment is also contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background investigation adjudicated by the Department of Justice.
The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons. 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.