Department of Justice (DOJ) agencies post experienced attorney job announcements on the DOJ Careers page. Please visit Attorney | LEGAL-CAREERS | Department of Justice on this specific vacancy announcement. The DOJ typically hires hundreds of attorneys each year. WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: All groups of qualified individuals.

Duties

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. Attorneys at the Office of Chief Counsel coordinate with DEA investigative personnel during investigations, provide legal training, and respond to requests for assistance from DEA Division Counsel. They also prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, and memorandum opinions, as well as provide support in civil and administrative litigation. The Office of Chief Counsel works with federal and state prosecutors, and federal, state, and local law enforcement partner to further DEA's mission. The incumbent serves under the direction of a Section Chief. The incumbent may be reassigned between sections for the benefit of the service at the direction of the Chief Counsel. Do your career "Justice" by working with DOJ, which has been ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government. Come and join the nation's law enforcement agency, where our most important resource is our people. The Department leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. Become a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission. All applicants for employment with DEA must possess and maintain the highest levels of character and conduct. DEA will evaluate applicants' qualifications based on these qualities. Once a conditional offer is made, DEA will conduct a continuous evaluation of information, as it is obtained, to ensure that the prospective employees with DEA meet the agency-specific qualifications in the areas of character and conduct. To this end, an unfavorable decision in any of the areas that follow will be deemed as disqualifying: Drug Policy Requirements (as specified in this announcement), Credit History, Candor and Honesty, Work History, History with the Law, and other qualities that would detract from the integrity and efficiency of the DEA.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Security Clearance
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Drug testing designated position

Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Please review the information listed in the vacancy announcement https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/attorney-234 TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Please review the information listed in the vacancy announcement at https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/attorney-234

Education

Please review the information listed in the vacancy announcement at https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/attorney-234

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: Debra Jordan
• Phone: 571-776-2688
• Email: [email protected]