Deputy Director (EAL)
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Job Location:
Washington, AR - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 151661 - 228000
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
The Civil Division (Division) of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking an individual to serve as the Senior Executive Service (SES) Deputy Director of the Affirmative Litigation Section in the Enforcement & Affirmative Litigation Branch (EAL). The EAL Branch brings high-impact affirmative litigation to protect public health and safety and ensure nationwide compliance with the Constitution and federal law.
The Deputy Director:
- Supervises and directs all Section attorneys and staff assigned to investigate develop and litigate civil affirmative cases referred to the Department by federal agency partners involved in protecting consumers.
- Advises the Branch Director Deputy Assistant Attorney General (DAAG) the Assistant Attorney General (AAG) and other DOJ leadership regarding litigation policy legislation and administrative issues within the Branchs purview.
- Works closely with case teams on all aspects of case strategy and planning including reviewing and approving written pleading and briefs mooting trial presentations and oral arguments and advising on trial presentation and strategy.
- Works closely with Division and Branch leadership to ensure that adequate resources are available to support case teams and program initiatives.
- Represents EAL at Department and interagency committees and tasks forces conferences and meetings with consumer and industry groups.
Conditions of employment
- You must be a United States Citizen or National.
- Veterans preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
- Selective Service registration is required for males born on or after December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
- You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check for the security level designated for this position.
- You will be required to undergo a drug screening and obtain favorable results prior to being appointed.
- You may be subject to a one-year probationary period effective from the date on which you are appointed.
- This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) upon entry and annually thereafter in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
- You must meet all minimum qualifications to be deemed eligible. Only experience obtained by closing date of this announcement will be considered.
Qualifications
The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. Applicants must show clear evidence of their demonstrated leadership ability by addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) embedded within their resume. The resume-based application must not exceed 2 pages (1-sheet double-sided or 2 sheets one-sided).
**Note: Applicants who have completed the SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and have had their ECQs certified by OPM must provide a copy of their certificate as part of their application. Candidates must still satisfy the MTQs of the position.
We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities the scope and complexity of the programs managed and your program accomplishments including the results of your actions. You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and to the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge skills and abilities required of the Director position. Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess.
ECQ1 - COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND THE PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING. Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government commitment to uphold the Constitution and the Rule of Law and commitment to serve the American people.
ECQ2 - DRIVING EFFICIENCY. Demonstrated ability to strategically and sufficiently manage resources budget effectively cut wasteful spending and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
ECQ3 - MERIT AND COMPETENCE. Demonstrated knowledge ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
ECQ4 - LEADING PEOPLE. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organizations vision mission and goals; To drive a high-performance high-accountability culture.
ECQ5 - ACHIEVING RESULTS. Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results and to align results to state goals from superiors.
For this position the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) have been established and should be addressed within the resume application.
MTQ1. Demonstrated significant legal experience and expertise in civil affirmative litigation related to lawsuits against states municipalities and private entities that interfere with or obstruct federal policies involving matters such as public benefits immigration energy independence and agricultural standards and violations against the Supremacy Clause.
MTQ2. Demonstrated significant experience in planning and oversight of the activities of a legal organization including developing legal strategies to be utilized in U.S. courts and providing sound and timely legal counsel at the highest levels.
Education
The incumbent must be a graduate from a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association and be a member in good standing of the bar of a state territory of the United States the District of Columbia or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. IMPORTANT: Applicants are responsible for citing J.D. and bar membership information (institution name state(s) for bar and dates) on their respective resumes.
Additional information
Equal Employment Opportunity
The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factor. To learn more please visit the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Reasonable Accommodations
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Reasonable Accommodation
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The U.S. Department of Justice fosters an inclusive and diverse workforce find our EEO statement online at: and Regulatory Guidance
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Fiscal Management
- Public Health
- Fundraising
- Management Experience
- Conflict Management
- Nonprofit Management
- Strategic Planning
- Administrative Experience
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Public Speaking
- Supervising Experience
