This position is located within the Department of Justice (DOJ), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Office of the Administrator. This position serves as a Senior Advisor in the Office of the Administrator. The incumbent serves as a close, confidential advisor to and representative of the Administrator.

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 a Senior Advisor you will: Coordinate and drive enterprise-wide projects and initiatives that align with DEA priorities and objectives. Assist in the development and review of policy proposals. Perform legal analysis, research, and writing on criminal, civil, and administrative law issues. Work closely with the Administrator and staff in the preparation of final documents issued by the Administrator, among other duties. Practice in the Drug Enforcement, Criminal Law, and Administrative Law area.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• DEA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
• Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
• Current Federal employees cannot transfer unused Time Off Awards to DEA.
• This is a Reimbursable DETAIL opportunity Not-to-Exceed 1 Year, which might be extended without further competition.
• Selectee will be reassigned back to current, permanent position at the end of the detail.
• Supervisor's Approval Letter is required at the point of selection.
• Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. Please review also the information listed in the vacancy announcement Legal Careers | Attorney Advisor (General) | United States Department of Justice All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Please review the information listed in the vacancy announcement Legal Careers | Attorney Advisor (General) | United States Department of Justice

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: Melanie Fowler
• Phone: 571-776-2159
• Email: [email protected]