The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.

Duties

The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment. The United States Attorney's Office for the Northern District of California prosecutes violations of federal law and represents the United States in civil litigation in the District. Responsibilities The purpose of this position is to serve as a Special Assistant United States Attorney located in San Francisco, CA, primarily investigating and prosecuting individuals and/or groups who have engaged in threats and/or acts of violence against Members of Congress, their staffs, United States Capitol Police (USCP) employees, visitors to the Capitol complex, and facilities and properties within the Capitol Complex. The incumbent will also prosecute other federal crimes, as needed for training or other purposes, as directed by the U.S. Attorney's Office. The position reports to the USCP Deputy and General Counsel; however, the position will work under the direct supervision and authority of the U.S. Attorney's Office in San Francisco. Job duties include: Conducts grand jury investigations and represents the United States in federal court in various hearings and trials, including arraignments, preliminary hearings, plea hearings, sentencing hearings, and other matters that require court appearances. Works closely with USCP and other agencies, federal and local law enforcement agents, witnesses, and victims during criminal investigations, trial preparation, and all phases of litigation. Develops and recommends strategies and coordinates the preparation of litigation for potentially complex federal cases. Conducts legal research and prepares memoranda and briefs on questions of law, persuasive pleadings, search warrants, complaints, and charging instruments. Provides research, advice, and legal analysis on a variety of issues and, as directed by the USCP Office of the General Counsel, responds to inquiries for legal research, analysis and advice. Provides advice, counsel, and training to operational and administrative elements of the USCP, regarding criminal investigations, threat analysis, First and Fourth Amendment issues, and laws of search and seizure. Researches and drafts legal advisory memoranda as directed by USCP Office of the General Counsel. Serves as liaison with the Executive Branch of Government and other external agencies regarding issues that may impact the overall legal position of the USCP. Develops effective professional relationships, both formal and informal, with House, Senate, congressional staffs and counsels.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen. Successful completion of a Background Investigation is required. Must complete a one year probationary period. Must have Direct Deposit. Must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
• Must include a current writing sample. Must possess a professional Law Degree (J.D., LL.B., or LL.M.)

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Qualifying experience includes four (4) years of specialized experience following law school graduation relevant to the duties of this position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience: (a) performing professional work as a licensed attorney in trial litigation; (b) representing clients as a licensed attorney before federal or state administrative agencies and/or before United States District Courts; (c) Conducts and assists with mediations, negotiation, and/or litigation; and (d) performs extensive independent legal research in order to provide written analysis of legal tasks. *Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience* All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date (09/29/2023) of the vacancy announcement. (Information on Qualification & Education are located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)

Education

Applicants must possess a professional law degree (J.D., LL.B., or LL.M.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, and be an active Bar association member in good standing in a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Contacts

• Address OCOP - Office of the General Counsel 119 D Street NE Washington, DC 20510 US
• Name: Yetreta Lomax
• Phone: (202) 593-3370
• Email: [email protected]