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<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>As a Trial Attorney (Civil Rights) at the GS-0905-13/14, you will be part of the Office of General Counsel, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. If selected, you will have the full range of responsibilities for preparing and litigating employment discrimination cases under all of the federal statues enforced by the EEOC.<br>
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The selectee will be required to have a duty station at one of the 53 EEOC Field Offices.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The public</b></h3>
</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.</div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><ul><li>Duties may include but are not limited to: Reviewing charge files and recommending the initiation of litigation.</li>
<li>Filing petitions for compliance with administrative subpoenas. Seeking temporary injunctive relief.</li>
<li>Prosecuting cases while ensuring consistency with EEOC litigation policies and judicial precedents. Conducting discovery for litigation in federal court.</li>
<li>Preparing pretrial and post-trial briefs and materials. Conducting all facets of trials in federal courts.</li>
<li>Providing formal and informal legal advice and memoranda to agency personnel.</li></ul></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<ul><li>Must be a U.S. Citizen or National</li>
<li>Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service</li>
<li>Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation</li>
<li>May be required to successfully complete a probationary period</li>
<li>Must have an Active BAR Membership in Good Standing. If selected, must maintain active bar membership in good standing while employed as an attorney with EEOC</li>
<li>This position is in the Excepted Service</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p><b>For the GS-13:</b> You must have earned a professional law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, be an active member of the BAR, and have two (2) years of professional legal experience with at least one year being equivalent to the GS-12 level.<br>
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<b>For the GS-14: </b>You must have earned a professional law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, be an active member of the BAR, and have three (3) years of professional legal experience with at least one year being equivalent to the GS-13 level.<br>
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Professional legal education above the first professional law degree may be substituted for experience required as follows:(a) The second professional law degree (LL.M) may be substituted for one year of experience (b) The third law degree (J.S.D) may be substituted for one year of experience beyond the LL.M.<br>
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Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
</p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement.
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Relocation expenses will not be paid.<br>
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This is a bargaining unit position: National Council of EEOC Locals, No. 216 Representing BUS code 1125.<br>
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You will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement.<br>
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This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across EEOC.<br>
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If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document that you do not have in electronic form, please refer to the agency contact information.<br>
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Attorneys appointed in the excepted service are required to maintain active membership in a bar within a U.S. jurisdiction for the duration of their employment. Attorneys must provide documentation supporting active membership and good standing status (or equivalent) on at least an annual basis.<br>
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<b>Veterans' Preference: </b>There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the EEOC considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their application submission documentation.<br>
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Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see: https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)<br>
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All employees of the Federal government are subject to the conflict of interest statutes and regulations including the Standards of Ethical Conduct that govern activities with outside organizations and reporting financial holdings. This position may require the incumbent to complete a confidential financial disclosure report within 30 days of appointment.</p></div></div><br>
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<p>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.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p>Benefits</p></h1></div></div><div>
<p>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.
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</p><div><p>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.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How you will be evaluated</b></h2>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>This is an <b>OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT </b>and will remain open until December 17, 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be January 2, 2026. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled.<br>
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<b>Applicant referral lists will be issued every two weeks until the closing date.</b><br>
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The specialist will perform an initial review of applications to determine basic eligibility and qualifications for the position. The evaluation involves a determination of basic eligibility and minimum qualifications only and numeric scores will not be assigned.<br>
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<b>Equal Employment Opportunity</b><br>
The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including 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.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p>To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
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<ul><li>Your <b>Resume</b> (<b>NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES) </b>showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. <b>Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified.</b> If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of your qualifications, you will not receive consideration for the position.</li></ul>
<ul><li>This position has a basic education requirement; you must submit a copy of your official or unofficial law school <b>Transcripts</b> for further consideration. An official transcript is required before being appointed.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proof of current and active <b>BAR Membership</b> in good standing. During the initial review of applications, the Agency will accept photocopies of BAR Membership Cards or screenshots providing proof of active membership in a BAR Association that reflects the bar's jurisdiction or territory, the attorney's full name, bar number, date of admission, and bar status (i.e. active, inactive, retired, etc.).
</li></ul><ul><li>Copy of one recent <b>Legal Writing Sample</b>, not to exceed 10 pages.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Most recent Performance Appraisal, </b>if applicable.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Current or Former Federal Employees </b>(if applicable) - please provide a copy of your last or most recent <b>SF-50</b>, &quot;Notification of Personnel Action&quot; which preferably shows your current title, series and grade (do not submit an Award SF-50). If your current grade is not your highest permanent grade held, submit a copy of an additional SF-50 showing your highest grade held.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Veterans' Preference documentation</b>, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>Current or Former Political Appointees </b>(if applicable) - The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently or have been a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch within the last 5 years, you must disclose this in your application package.</li></ul>
</div><b>Failure to submit documents required may result in loss of consideration.
</b><p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
</b></h3><p>Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
</p><p>Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.<br>
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The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/17/2026 to receive consideration.<br>
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To view the Assessment Questionnaire before applying online, click on this link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12856595<br>
To begin, click <b>Apply Online</b> to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
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<li>You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.</li>
<li>You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.</li>
<li>To verify the status of your application, log into https://login.usajobs.gov/Access/Transition select the <b>Application Status</b> link and then select the <b>More Information</b> link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.</li>
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<b>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:</b><br>
The EEOC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the HR Specialist listed in this vacancy. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.TTY users may contact us via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.</div><p></p><p><br>
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<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>EEOC Jobs
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>jobs@eeoc.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>Equal Employment Opportunity Commission</i><br>
<i>131 M Street, NE</i><br>
<i>Washington, DC 20507</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>The questionnaire will assess your qualifications for the job, and will be used to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. Your ratings in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probationary period.<br>
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Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2>
</div><div><div>Accepting applications</div>
<div><div>Open &amp; closing dates</div>
 <div>12/18/2025 to 12/17/2026
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$90,025 to - $138,296 per year
<p>Base salary, which does not include locality. Salary will be determined based upon duty station location.</p>
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div>GS 13 - 14</div>
</div><div><div>Locations</div>
<div>Many vacancies in the following locations:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Birmingham, AL
 </div></div><div><div>Mobile, AL
 </div></div><div><div>Little Rock, AR
 </div></div><div><div>Phoenix, AZ
</div></div></div><p>Show morefewer locations (49)</p>
 <div><div><div>Fresno, CA
 </div></div><div><div>Los Angeles, CA
 </div></div><div><div>Oakland, CA
 </div></div><div><div>San Diego, CA
 </div></div><div><div>San Francisco, CA
 </div></div><div><div>San Jose, CA
 </div></div><div><div>Denver, CO
 </div></div><div><div>Washington, DC
 </div></div><div><div>Miami, FL
 </div></div><div><div>Tampa, FL
 </div></div><div><div>Atlanta, GA
 </div></div><div><div>Savannah, GA
 </div></div><div><div>Honolulu, HI
 </div></div><div><div>Chicago, IL
 </div></div><div><div>Indianapolis, IN
 </div></div><div><div>Kansas City, KS
 </div></div><div><div>Louisville, KY
 </div></div><div><div>New Orleans, LA
 </div></div><div><div>Boston, MA
 </div></div><div><div>Baltimore, MD
 </div></div><div><div>Detroit, MI
 </div></div><div><div>Minneapolis, MN
 </div></div><div><div>Saint Louis, MO
 </div></div><div><div>Jackson, MS
 </div></div><div><div>Charlotte, NC
 </div></div><div><div>Greensboro, NC
 </div></div><div><div>Raleigh, NC
 </div></div><div><div>Newark, NJ
 </div></div><div><div>Albuquerque, NM
 </div></div><div><div>Las Vegas, NV
 </div></div><div><div>Buffalo, NY
 </div></div><div><div>New York, NY
 </div></div><div><div>Cincinnati, OH
 </div></div><div><div>Cleveland, OH
 </div></div><div><div>Oklahoma City, OK
 </div></div><div><div>Philadelphia, PA
 </div></div><div><div>Pittsburgh, PA
 </div></div><div><div>San Juan, PR
 </div></div><div><div>Greenville, SC
 </div></div><div><div>Memphis, TN
 </div></div><div><div>Nashville, TN
 </div></div><div><div>Dallas, TX
 </div></div><div><div>El Paso, TX
 </div></div><div><div>Houston, TX
 </div></div><div><div>San Antonio, TX
 </div></div><div><div>Norfolk, VA
 </div></div><div><div>Richmond, VA
 </div></div><div><div>Seattle, WA
 </div></div><div><div>Milwaukee, WI
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.</div>
</div><div><div>Relocation expenses reimbursed</div>
<div>No
</div></div><div><div>Appointment type</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Work schedule</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
</div><div><div>Service</div>
<div>Excepted</div>
</div><div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>14
</div></div><div><div>Job family (Series)</div>
<ul><li>0905 Attorney
</li></ul></div><div><div>Supervisory status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Not Required</div>
</div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Position sensitivity and risk</div>
<div>Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk</div>
</div><div><div>Trust determination process</div>
<ul><li>Credentialing
</li><li>Suitability/Fitness
</li></ul></div><div><div>Financial disclosure</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Bargaining unit status</div>
<div>Yes</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>DE-12856595-26-SM</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>852892800</div></div></div></div>

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Trial Attorney (Civil Rights) - Open Continuous