The Fraud Section investigates and prosecutes complex white-collar criminal cases across the country, and has responsibility for implementing and coordinating the Department's fraud enforcement policy. This posting is for an Assistant Deputy Chief position in the Health Care Fraud (HCF) Unit.

Duties

The incumbent will serve as an Assistant Deputy Chief in the Health Care Fraud (HCF) Unit. The Assistant Deputy Chief will assist the Chief, Principal Deputy Chief, and Unit Deputy Chiefs in all aspects of Section leadership and in national law enforcement efforts to combat white-collar crime. As an Assistant Deputy Chief, the incumbent: Oversees the work of the Unit's senior trial and line trial attorneys, senior litigation counsel, and others responsible for prosecuting health care fraud, ensures ongoing individual and team development, identifies and corrects deficiencies, and makes recommendations regarding the appropriate allocation of personnel resources. Advises the Unit Deputy on attorney assignments and gives evaluations/feedback on attorney performance to higher level officials. Participates and is involved with individual investigations and cases assigned to the trial attorneys to ensure that the investigation and litigation of such matters are being handled appropriately and effectively. Advises line attorneys on strategic approaches to their white-collar criminal cases. Oversees and reviews the work of trial attorneys and support positions. Helps to oversee the Section's financial, human, and technical resource applications. Assists and supports in the day-to-day operations of the Section, including but not limited to providing input on budget allocation, hiring, personnel disciplinary actions, and a wide variety of Department reporting responsibilities. Assists in the management of the Section's program to prosecute health care fraud, which includes investigations and prosecutions in partnership with U.S. Attorney's Offices, and coordinate with U.S. Attorneys' Offices, federal law enforcement agencies and foreign law enforcement officials in the development and management of multi-district prosecution initiatives. May serve as a liaison on white-collar criminal matters between the Criminal Division and other DOJ components, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General, state Medicare Fraud Control Units, and a variety of other law enforcement agencies and officials on white-collar crime issues. 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.
• You will be required to sign a mobility agreement.

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 post J.D. legal experience, to include at least two (2) years of federal prosecutorial experience. Preferred Qualifications: Your qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following competencies: Experience as a criminal prosecutor. Experience with civil or criminal health care fraud matters. Knowledge of white collar criminal litigation. Experience in supporting, litigating, and supervising federal or state criminal cases. Experience in U.S. District Court or state court. Experience conducting investigations of organizations and entities, including corporations. Experience with the federal judiciary.

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]