The Fraud Section is composed of three litigating units that investigate and prosecute complex white-collar criminal cases across the country, as well as internationally, and has responsibility for implementing and coordinating the Department's fraud enforcement policy. An opening is available for the Chief of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Unit/Deputy Chief of the Fraud Section.

Duties

As Chief of the FCPA Unit and a Deputy Chief of the Fraud Section, the incumbent: Leads and oversees the work of the FCPA Unit's prosecutors and support staff on all individual and corporate FCPA matters. Advises prosecutors on strategic approaches to their foreign bribery investigations, prosecutions and trials to ensure that the investigation and litigation of such matters are handled appropriately and effectively. Ensures ongoing individual and team development, identifies and corrects performance deficiencies, and supervises Assistant Deputy Chiefs in the Unit. Assists and supports Section Chief and Senior Deputy Chiefs by providing input on budget allocation, hiring, personnel disciplinary actions, technology, and Department reporting responsibilities as they pertain to the FCPA. Assists in management of the Section's programs to investigate and prosecute foreign bribery-including FCPA violations-money laundering, Travel Act violations, and other matters. Partners with U.S. Attorneys' Offices, federal law enforcement agencies, domestic and foreign regulators, and foreign law enforcement officials in handling and coordinating complex and multi-district prosecutions. Serves as a liaison on white-collar and corporate criminal matters between the Criminal Division and other DOJ components, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the United States Postal Inspection Service, and other law enforcement agencies and officials on white-collar and corporate crime issues. Supervises all phases of investigation and litigation, including, but not limited to, using the grand jury, advising federal law enforcement agents, using international evidence collection tools, preparing appropriate pleadings, and litigating motions and trials before U.S. District Courts. Evaluates reports of potential violations of the FCPA from both internal and external sources to determine whether investigation is warranted. Represents the U.S. in direct negotiations and discussions with corporate counsel and high-level corporate officials. Oversees the Section's foreign bribery policy efforts and helps develop Criminal Division and Department-wide policies regarding white-collar and corporate enforcement. Responsible for ensuring the Department's foreign bribery enforcement efforts are consistent with U.S. treaty obligations. Serves as key delegate to the O.E.C.D. Working Group on Bribery. Responsible for responding to FCPA Opinion Procedure Requests. 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.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to qualify for this position.
• You must undergo a pre-employment security investigation.
• All 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.
• DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
• You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• This position has supervisory/managerial responsibilities. A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period is required upon selection. This may be waived if you have successfully completed the supervisory/managerial probationary period.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and be an active member of the bar in good standing. To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least five (5) years of post-JD experience to include at least five (5) years of federal prosecution experience; have experience investigating and prosecuting FCPA matters; have supervisory experience; and have experience working investigations with foreign authorities. Preferred Qualifications: Your qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following competencies: Experience with and knowledge of white-collar criminal matters. Experience representing the Department of Justice in connection with international conventions and treaties. Federal court experience, including federal criminal trial experience. Experience conducting investigations of, charging, and resolving charges with individuals as well as corporations and other business entities. Experience resolving and/or supervising the resolution of corporate criminal cases. Experience imposing and/or overseeing independent compliance monitors. Experience dealing with law enforcement agencies. Experience drafting and editing policies regarding white-collar and corporate enforcement. Experience handling FCPA Opinion Releases.

Education

A J.D., or equivalent, degree.

Applicants who possess an equivalent degree rather than a J.D. may be subject to additional review by the Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management.

Contacts

• Address Fraud Section c/o Human Resources 1400 New York Avenue NW, Suite 600 Washington, DC 20004 US
• Name: Human Resources
• Phone: (202) 514-0361
• Email: [email protected]