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. This posting is for the Chief of the Market Integrity and Major Frauds Unit (MIMF)/Deputy Chief of the Fraud Section.

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. As Chief of the Market Integrity and Major Frauds Unit and a Deputy Chief of the Fraud Section, the incumbent: Supervises and manages the work of MIMF Trial Attorneys and Assistant Chiefs ensuring ongoing individual and team development, identifying and correcting deficiencies, and appropriately allocating personnel resources. Assists and supports the Senior Management by providing input on budget allocation, hiring, personnel disciplinary actions, technology, and various Department reporting responsibilities as they pertain to the MIMF Unit. Develops and maintains the MIMF Unit's program to foster effective national investigation and prosecution of complex white collar and corporate investigations and prosecutions, including developing litigation priorities and policy and legislative recommendations. Manages the Section's program to prosecute MIMF matters, which includes investigations and prosecutions in partnership with U.S. Attorney's Offices, federal law enforcement agencies, civil regulatory partners, and foreign law enforcement officials. Advises line attorneys on strategic approaches to their cases. Assigns, oversees, and reviews the work of trial attorneys and support positions. Advises high-level Department officials on matters relating to significant prosecutions and the Section's legal and policy work. Serves as a liaison on white-collar criminal matters between the Criminal Division and other DOJ components, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Postal Inspection Service, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and a variety of other criminal and civil enforcement agencies and officials on white-collar crime and corporate issues. Represents the U.S. in direct negotiations and discussions with corporate counsel and high-level corporate officials. Represents the Section at national and international conferences, as well as multilateral and bilateral meetings involving foreign governments, as a subject matter expert in financial crime.

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 post J.D. legal experience to include at least five (5) years of federal prosecution experience. Preferred Qualifications: Your qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following competencies: Experience as a criminal prosecutor. Experience with complex white collar and corporate investigations and prosecutions. Experience in supporting, litigating, and supervising federal or state criminal cases. Experience in U.S. District Court or state court. Experience conducting investigations of, charging, and resolving charges with individuals as well as organizations and entities, including corporations. Experience with the federal judiciary. Experience working with law enforcement agencies.

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]