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Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) Open Continuous

United States Department of Justice

Hiring Organization
<br>USAO District of Columbia
<br>Hiring Office
<br>Appellate Division
<br>Attorney Appointment Type
<br>Attorney Permanent
<br>Job ID
<br>26-DC-12843583-AUSA
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<b>Location:</b><br>
601 D Street N.W.
<br>Washington, DC 20530 - United States
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<b>Application Deadline:</b><br>
Friday, December 19, 2025
<br>About the Office
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The Appellate Division at the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia has primary responsibility for the direct appeals of criminal convictions in the District of Columbia Court of Appeals and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.
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Job Description
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The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia is unique in the size and the scope of its work. It serves as both the local and the federal prosecutor for the nation's capital. On the local side, AUSAs assigned to the Superior Court Division prosecute cases in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia ranging from misdemeanors to homicides, and appeals of those convictions are argued in the District of Columbia Court of Appeals (DCCA). On the federal side, AUSAs assigned to the Criminal Division prosecute federal crimes in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, and appeals of those convictions are argued in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. AUSAs assigned to the Appellate Division argue the direct appeals of all criminal convictions in both the local and federal Courts of Appeal. AUSAs in the Special Proceedings Division handle post-trial litigation involving habeas claims, record sealing, and other requests for extraordinary relief in the trial courts. The Civil Division further defends the United States in civil suits brought in the District of Columbia.
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The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia is accepting applications for attorneys to serve as Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in the Office's Appellate Division. The position involves significant legal writing responsibilities, including preparation of internal memoranda, briefs for trial courts and the courts of appeals, and other court filings. Appellate AUSAs will participate in moot courts and handle oral arguments before the appellate courts. Appellate AUSAs may also assist in trial-level litigation in cases of unusual complexity or importance.
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AUSAs must possess the qualities necessary to excel in their mission to enforce the laws of the District of Columbia and the United States. These qualities include advocacy and communication skills; superior writing and analytical skills; the ability to manage a high-volume docket; and dedication to duty. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, investigative agencies, witnesses, and crime victims. They must also demonstrate their willingness to meet the high ethical standards expected of prosecutors in their interactions with opposing counsel and the courts.
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Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
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As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
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For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorney's Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html
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<b>Security Requirements:</b> Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
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<b>Residency Requirements:</b> Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information.
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<b>Selective Service:</b> If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
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This position is located in Washington, D.C.
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Qualifications
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<b>Required Qualifications:</b><br>
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent), be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1 year post-J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience.
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You must be a United States Citizen or National.
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<b>Preferred Qualifications:</b><br>
The ideal candidate will have a minimum GPA of 3.0, appellate litigation experience and/or substantive expertise in criminal law. Judicial clerkships, law review, moot court, clinical experience, and experience working cooperatively with a range of people are also preferred.
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Applicants must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
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Application Process
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To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
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The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/19/2025 to receive consideration.
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1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
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2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. (It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.)
<br>You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
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<ul>
<li>Required: Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process).</li>
<li>Required: A Cover Letter.</li>
<li>Required: Your resume cannot exceed two pages - you will be deemed ineligible and receive no further consideration if your resume exceeds two pages - see USAJOBS for formatting requirements. Include relevant employment history as outlined below for each job:</li>
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Official position title (if Federal, include series/grade),
<br>Employer name and contact information,
<br>Start and end dates (for full consideration you must include month, day, and year),
<br>Indicate full-time or number of hours worked per week if part-time, and
<br>A list of duties performed and accomplishments.
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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.
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<li>Required: Unofficial or official law school transcript. (Please do not submit a restricted pdf document with encryption or password security).</li>
<li>Require: Writing Sample ((such as an appellate brief, substantive brief, or memorandum) that reflects your own work an does not exceed a total of 25 pages).</li>
<li>Required, if applicable: To get Veterans' Preference, you must indicate your preference in response to the appropriate question in your assessment questionnaire and you must submit the appropriate supporting documentation. See the "How you will be Evaluated" section for details regarding what is appropriate Veterans' Preference documentation. It is also recommended that you include veterans' preference information in your cover letter or resume.</li>
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3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
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To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
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You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. However, should you not be able to apply online, please contact US Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia at or email at USADC.Staffers@usdoj.gov, prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying.
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The Point of Contact for this vacancy announcement is US Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia who can be reached at or USADC.Staffers@usdoj.gov
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Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
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Salary
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<b>Salary Information:</b> This is an excepted service attorney appointment under an Administrative Determined pay scale. (See www.justice.gov/usao/career-center/salary-information/administratively-determined-pay-plan-charts). Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $84,601 to $195,100 which includes 33.94% locality pay. For additional information on salary and benefits, visit www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorney-salaries-promotions-and-benefits.
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<b>Other Benefits:</b> The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. The Benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal Employees.
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<b>Residency Requirements:</b> Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information.
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Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
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<b>Political Appointees (Current and Former):</b> The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
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This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.
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<b>Travel:</b> This position will require minimal travel.
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<b>EEO Statement:</b> 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.

Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA)

Assistant United States Attorney (Chief, Criminal Division)

United States Courts

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit has an immediate opening for a highly qualified attorney to serve as a court attorney. The court attorney supports the work of the Legal Division of the Office of the Clerk.</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><p>The Legal Division's principal responsibility is to recommend to the court the disposition of substantive and procedural motions, appeals decided without oral argument, and emergency matters.<br>
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The court attorney will conduct legal research, prepare legal memoranda, draft proposed orders, respond to judges' inquiries, and make oral presentations.<br>
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The court attorney will meet with three-judge panels in formal conferences about twice a month. At conference, the court attorney and staff attorneys answer any questions about their cases, and the panel discusses and votes on the attorneys' recommendations.<br>
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The court attorney and staff attorneys may also present their recommendations orally to the judges when handling time-sensitive emergency motions.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<p></p><ul><li>Because the D.C. Circuit entertains a large number of high-profile and sealed cases, the court attorney is subject to strict confidentiality requirements.</li>
<li>Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States.</li>
<li>The position is subject to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.</li>
<li>Direct deposit of pay is required.</li>
<li>In addition, your continued employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. A full background investigation for a security clearance may be required.</li></ul><br>
<p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p>The caseload of the D.C. Circuit involves virtually every area of federal law and is unique in the number of cases filed against the executive branch. Because the court attorney must be able to advise the judges on difficult, varied, and important legal issues, the court is highly selective in its hiring. The court is looking for individuals who have demonstrated the ability to research and analyze complex legal issues in depth and to express themselves clearly, both orally and in writing.<br>
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To qualify for the CL 30 level, you must be a member of the bar of a state or the District of Columbia and have at least three years of specialized experience after graduation from law school.<br>
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The following may be credited as one year of specialized experience:
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<li>Graduation in the upper third of class from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association or the Association of American Law Schools;</li>
<li>Membership on the editorial board of a law review of such a school;</li>
<li>Graduation from a law school on the approved list of the American Bar Association or that of the Association of American Law Schools with an advanced degree (LLM or equivalent); or</li>
<li>Demonstrated proficiency in legal studies, which, in the opinion of the appointing official, is the equivalent of the above.</li></ul><br>
<p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>At a minimum, applicants must possess a J.D. degree as of the position's start date. A judicial clerkship or internship, law review membership, or comparable legal research and writing experience is desirable. Litigation experience is advantageous. Graduation in the top 25% of your law school is preferred.<br>
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<p></p><div><div><ul><li>Selected applicants will serve a one-year probationary period.</li>
<li>Employees of the federal judiciary are excepted service appointments. Appointments are &quot;at will' and may be terminated with or without cause by the Court.</li>
<li>The United States Courthouse is a smoke-free building.</li>
</ul>
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<i>The United States Court of Appeals is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.</i></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>Federal benefits include paid annual and sick leave, health insurance, life insurance, flexible benefits program, long-term care, retirement benefits, and a tax-deferred savings plan.</p>
<p>Review our benefits</p></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>Applicants will be evaluated based on their application and an interview.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p></p><div><ul><li>Cover letter</li></ul>
<ul><li>Resume</li></ul>
<ul><li>Law school transcript</li></ul>
<ul><li>Self-edited writing sample</li></ul>
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<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>Email a cover letter (addressed to Felicia Powell, Human Resources Specialist), resume, law school transcript, and self-edited writing sample as a single PDF attachment to VacancyCourtAttorney-USCA-25-14@cadc.uscourts.gov.</p></div><p><br>
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<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>Human Resources
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>VacancyCourtAttorney-USCA-25-14@cadc.uscourts.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit</i><br>
<i>333 Constitution Avenue, N.W.</i><br>
<i>Washington, DC 20001</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Interviews will begin immediately. Due to the large volume of applications, the court will send a letter regarding the status of an application only to those candidates scheduled for interviews. When the position is filled, a notice will be placed on the court's internet site.</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>12/12/2025 to 03/12/2026
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$113,975 to - $185,258 per year
<p>Depending on qualifications.</p>
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div>CL 30</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>1 vacancy in the following location:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Washington, DC
</div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>Yes&mdash;as determined by the agency policy.</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Not required</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 - Some work may be done remotely.</div>
</div><div><div>Service</div>
<div>Excepted</div>
</div><div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>None
</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>Financial disclosure</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Bargaining unit status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>USCA-25-14</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>852380700</div></div></div></div>

Court Attorney

Hiring Organization
<br>Civil Rights Division (CRT)
<br>Hiring Office
<br>Office of the Assistant Attorney General
<br>Attorney Appointment Type
<br>Attorney Permanent
<br>Job ID
<br>26-CRT-DAAG-001
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<b>Location:</b><br>
Washington, DC 20530 - United States
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<b>Application Deadline:</b><br>
Friday, December 19, 2025
<br>About the Office
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Are you interested in a rewarding and challenging career? Join the U.S. Department of Justice!
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The Civil Rights Division (Division) of the Department of Justice (DOJ or Department), created by the enactment of the Civil Rights Act of 1957, works to uphold the civil and constitutional rights of all Americans, particularly some of the most vulnerable members of our society. The Division enforces federal statutes prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, religion, familial status, national origin, and citizenship status.
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Mission
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The mission of the Department is to uphold the rule of law, to keep our country safe, and to protect civil rights.
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Values
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<b>Independence and Impartiality:</b> Works each day to earn the public's trust by following the facts and the law wherever they may lead, without prejudice or improper influence.
<br><b>Honesty and Integrity:</b> Employees adhere to the highest standards of ethical behavior, mindful that, as public servants, we must work to earn the trust of, and inspire confidence in, the public we serve.
<br><b>Respect:</b> The Department's employees value differences in people and in ideas and treat everyone with fairness, dignity, and compassion.
<br><b>Excellence:</b> Works every day to provide the highest levels of service to the American people and to be a responsible steward of the taxpayers' dollars.
<br>Job Description
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Organization
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The Civil Rights Division is primarily responsible for enforcing federal statutes, constitutional provisions, and executive orders that prohibit, among other things, unlawful discrimination in education, employment, housing, police services, public accommodations and facilities, voting, and federally funded and conducted programs. The laws that the Division enforces also prohibit conduct by law enforcement agencies, as well as conditions of public residential institutions, such as health care and correctional facilities, that violate the constitution.
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As the Deputy Assistant Attorney General (DAAG), the successful candidate:
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Serves as consultant and advisor on all matters of major policies requiring the personal attention of the Assistant Attorney General (AAG).
<br>Reviews and supervises the work of one or more CRT sections and meets regularly with section managers to communicate the enforcement and policy priorities of the AAG and to ensure that each section's work aligns with those priorities.
<br>Advises on and decides questions of policy and procedure arising in connection with the initiation, conduct, and termination of civil rights litigation, both civil and criminal, subject to review by the AAG.
<br>Confers with, advises, and instructs senior members of CRT, special counsel, and other Division and Department attorneys on matters relating to the enforcement of statutes, constitutional provisions, executive orders, and other regulations assigned to CRT.
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The DAAG Is expected to conceive and formulate policies and programs for elimination of unlawful practices of discrimination involving federally protected civil rights, anticipating, minimizing, or obviating wherever possible apparent federal and state conflicts with respect to enforcement of civil rights. In emergencies, conducts field surveys and inspection trips to troublesome areas in civil rights matters for the purpose of advising and aiding the AAG in the formulation of departmental policy and determining when the Department must take prosecutory or other corrective action.
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Drafts, reviews, and comments on the Department's legislative program on civil rights, with a view to determining their adequacy under the Constitution and the need of such legislation in the enforcement of federally protected civil rights.
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Confers with individuals and groups who call upon the Department in connection with civil rights matters, advises such individuals and groups thereon, and initiates appropriate action.
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Acts as liaison and representative of the AAG with the Commission on Civil Rights and other agencies of the Government and with private and semi-private organizations and educational institutions regarding civil right matters.
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Qualifications
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***READ THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT CAREFULLY AND IN ITS ENTIRETY. It contains detailed information required to ensure you are appropriately considered for the position.***
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The application process for Senior Executive Service (SES) is RESUME-ONLY. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
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Your resume file must be 5 MB or smaller. For best results, save and upload your resume as a PDF to preserve its formatting and page count. You may also upload files in GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, TXT, ODT, or Word (DOC or DOCX) formats. Do not upload PDF portfolios, as the system will not accept them.
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It is recommended that applicants use a clean, common font such as Lato, Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open Sans, Source Sans Pro, Roboto, or Noto Sans. Set margins to 0.5 inches. Consider using 14-point font for section titles and 10-point font for the main text.
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The Resume Builder can also support these recommendations and uses information from your USAJOBS profile to help you get started.
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<b>**Note:</b> If you are a current SES career appointee, a former SES member having reinstatement eligibility, or an OPM-certified graduate of an approved SES Candidate Development Program and have had your ECQs certified by OPM, you must provide a copy of your certificate. Possessing an SES certification does not remove the requirement to address the position's MTQs.
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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 on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the
<br>. Be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their leadership abilities by addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) in their resume. Make sure your accomplishments clearly show how you meet each qualification.
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ECQS
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1. 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.
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2. DRIVING EFFICIENCY. Demonstrated ability to strategically and sufficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
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3. MERIT AND COMPETENCE. Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
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4. LEADING PEOPLE. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals; To drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture.
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5. ACHIEVING RESULTS. Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to state goals from superiors.
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MTQs
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1. Demonstrated experience developing, litigating, and supervising matters involving one or more statutes enforced by the Civil Rights Division, such as federal statutes prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, disability, religion, familial status, national origin, and citizenship status.
<br>2. Demonstrated experience managing a complex organization, a diverse workforce and challenging organizational issues while enforcing policies and law.
<br>3. Demonstrated experience communicating effectively on complex technical issues through oral and written communication, including the ability to advocate successfully with diverse stakeholders, external partners and individuals or groups having differed and often conflicting interests, on matters related to the successful execution of a large-scale organization's mission, programs and projects.
<br>Application Process
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A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, December 19, 2025 to receive consideration.
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<li>A comprehensive 2 page resume that clearly demonstrates your leadership abilities by addressing the ECQs and MTQs. Also include the name of the college or university, and month and year, from which you obtained your J.D.</li>
<li>Recent SF-50 that shows Official Title, Grade Level, Status</li>
<li>Certification of OPM QRB approval (for graduates of SES Candidate Development Programs)</li>
<li>Other supporting documentation as required.</li>
<li>Transcripts</li>
<li>Proof of active bar</li>
</ul>
To apply for this position, see page at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/851656700?_gl=1*rncx37*_ga*MTE4MDc3MzA4My4xNzY1ODI2NDc4*_ga_5222X8D281*czE3NjU4MzE3NTEkbzIkZzEkdDE3NjU4MzE3NjUkajQ2JGwwJGgw
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Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
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Salary
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150,160.00 to $225,700.00 Per Year

Deputy Assistant Attorney General

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Hiring Organization</b></div>
<div><div>Civil Division (CIV)</div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Hiring Office</b></div>
<div><div>Intellectual Property Section</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:</b></div>
1100 L Street, NW<br>
Washington, DC 20530 - United States
</div><div><div><b>Application Deadline:</b></div>
<div><div>Sunday, February 15, 2026
</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><b>About the Office</b></div>
<div><div><p>The Intellectual Property Section of the Commercial Litigation Branch represents the United States in matters involving patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. Many of the Section&rsquo;s cases involve complex technologies, such as pharmaceutical compositions and sophisticated electronic devices, and litigation forms the majority of its workload. Attorneys represent the United States in suits in the United States Court of Federal Claims under 28 U.S.C. &sect; 1498, which provides patent and copyright owners a means of resolving claims of government manufacture or use, and also advise and represent agencies on trademark and other intellectual property matters.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Description</b></div>
<div><div><p>Law student volunteers will work closely with C&#8209;IP attorneys and gain practical experience in federal intellectual property litigation. Interns support active matters and develop skills in legal research, writing, and case preparation.</p><p>
Responsibilities may include:</p><ul><p>
Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on a variety of intellectual property issues
</p><p>Assist with discovery and trial efforts, including document review and preparation of exhibits
</p><p>Work on projects spanning multiple subject areas, gaining broad exposure to intellectual property practice areas
</p><p>Become familiar with the federal legal system and unique aspects of government litigation
</p><p>Develop practical legal skills through hands&#8209;on assignments under attorney supervision
</p></ul><p>All work must be performed on&#8209;site in the Washington, DC office; remote work is not permitted.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Qualifications</b></div>
<div><div><p><b>Eligibility Requirements</b></p><ul><p>
Must be a current first- or second-year law student (current 1L rising 2L, or current 2L rising 3L)</p><p>
Completion of at least one year of law school by the start date of the internship (current 1Ls must have completed their first year before the internship begins)</p><p>
Must be a current law student enrolled at least half-time in an accredited law school</p><p>
Successful completion of a background investigation</p><p>
Ability to commit to a minimum of 8 weeks and at least 40 hours per week during Summer 2026; a 6&#8209;week full-time commitment may be considered for rising 3Ls wishing to split their summer with another employer</p><p>
Availability to participate for the full duration of the internship, as agreed upon with the Intellectual Property Section</p></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><p>
Strong legal research and writing abilities
</p><p>Attention to detail
</p><p>Enthusiasm for working collaboratively as part of a small team
</p><p>Technical background (strongly preferred)
</p><p>Demonstrated interest in intellectual property law (strongly preferred)</p></ul></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Application Process</b></div>
<div><div><p>Submit the following documents in a single PDF titled <b>LastName_FirstName_Summer2026</b> to <b>civil.ip@usdoj.gov</b> with the subject line:<br>
<b>&ldquo;C&#8209;IP Summer 2026 Internship Application.&rdquo;</b>
</p><p>Required materials:</p><ul><p>
Cover letter
</p><p>Resume (not to exceed 2 pages)</p><p>
Unofficial law school transcript (</p><p>
Legal writing sample (10 pages maximum)
</p></ul><p>Applications will be accepted up to an application deadline of <b>February 15, 2026</b>, consistent with Civil Division summer recruiting and security processing timelines.
</p></div></div></div><div><div><b>Salary</b></div>
<div><div><p>Positions are unpaid. Interns may receive academic credit or funding through external programs such as Federal Work Study, if applicable. Transit subsidy available for in-person commuting.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Law Student Volunteer, Civil Division Intellectual Property Section (Summer 2026)

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