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law student volunteer civil division intellectual property section summer 2026

United States Department of Justice

<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)

<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>Environmental Torts Litigation (ETL)</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><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>The Environmental Torts Litigation Section (Torts-ETL), part of the Civil Division&rsquo;s Torts Branch, defends the United States in complex civil litigation involving property damage, wrongful death, and personal injury claims arising from exposure to toxic substances in the environment, workplaces, and government-owned housing. Torts-ETL&rsquo;s cases are brought under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) and frequently require the analysis of intricate scientific and medical evidence, as well as close coordination with expert witnesses.</p><p>
Torts-ETL&rsquo;s litigation portfolio is broad and impactful, spanning individual claims, multi-plaintiff lawsuits, and major mass tort actions, including multi-district litigation involving per-fluorinated compounds (PFAS), lead contamination claims related to the Flint Water Crisis, groundwater contamination litigation arising from the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility release in Hawaii, and allegations of false statements during environmental remediation at the Hunters Point Superfund Site in San Francisco. Through this work, Torts-ETL operates at the intersection of environmental policy, public health, and federal liability, shaping legal outcomes that affect communities nationwide and offering law student volunteers the opportunity to contribute to cases with significant real-world impact.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Description</b></div>
<div><div><p>Law student volunteers in the Environmental Torts Litigation Section (Torts-ETL) will have the opportunity to engage in substantive legal work supporting the Section&rsquo;s high-impact environmental tort and complex civil litigation docket. Responsibilities include:</p><ul><p>
Assisting with the preparation, citation-checking, and formatting of legal documents such as motions, briefs, discovery responses, and correspondence</p><p>
Investigating cases and helping to organize and maintain large, document-intensive case files</p><p>
Researching federal and state law, as well as applicable federal agency regulations, policies, and guidelines relevant to environmental tort claims</p><p>
Researching expert witnesses, reviewing and summarizing their reports and related materials, and helping attorneys evaluate complex scientific and medical evidence</p><p>
Summarizing deposition transcripts and medical records and drafting factual and legal memoranda</p><p>
Assisting in handling large mass tort and multi-district litigation matters</p><p>
Working on a broad and diverse range of legal case matters, from individual tort claims to major nationwide actions</p><p>
Being part of a litigation team with real responsibility, visibility, and importance</p></ul><p>
This internship offers a unique opportunity to:</p><ul><p>
Develop core professional skills, including legal research and writing, case analysis, organization, and teamwork</p><p>
Gain insight into the intricacies of environmental tort cases, scientific and medical evidence, and federal liability</p><p>
Work directly with litigation teams on high-profile cases and contribute meaningfully to the work of the Department of Justice</p><p>
See first-hand how strategy, evidence, and procedure intersect in federal litigation that affects communities nationwide</p></ul><p>
All work must be performed in person at the Washington, DC office; telework is not permitted.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Qualifications</b></div>
<div><div><p><b>Eligibility Requirements</b></p><ul><p>
U.S. citizenship or national status</p><p>
Must be a current first or second year law student (current 1L, rising 2L, or current 2L rising 3L)</p><div>
Completion of at least one year of law school by the start date of the internship<ul><p>
Current 1Ls must have completed their first year before the internship begins</p></ul></div><p>
Must be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited law school</p><p>
Good academic standing at the law school</p><p>
Successful completion of a background investigation</p><p>
Ability to commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week for at least 8 weeks during Summer 2026</p></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><p>
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills</p><p>
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail</p><p>
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments in a litigation environment</p><p>
Effective communication and teamwork skills, including a demonstrated commitment to collaborative work</p><p>
Professionalism, reliability, and a strong work ethic</p><p>
Demonstrated interest or prior coursework/experience in environmental law, tort law, toxic torts, complex multi-party or mass tort litigation, or related fields</p></ul></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Application Process</b></div>
<div><div><p>Submit the following materials in a single, combined PDF file titled [LAST NAME], [FIRST NAME] - Summer 2026 Internship Application to <b>etlintern.hiring@usdoj.gov</b>, with the subject line matching the file name:</p><ul><p>
Cover letter (may be addressed to Nathan J. Bu or &ldquo;T-ETL Volunteer Coordinator&rdquo;)</p><p>
Resume (not to exceed two pages)</p><p>
Legal writing sample (5&ndash;10 pages, may be excerpted)</p><p>
Unofficial law school transcript</p><p>
Unofficial undergraduate transcript (optional)</p></ul><p><b>
Additional Information</b></p><ul><p>
Please do not apply unless available for the full internship period.</p><p>
Selected candidates will be required to complete security forms and a background check.</p><p>
Law school graduates and LL.M candidates are ineligible.</p></ul></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Salary</b></div>
<div><div><p>Position is 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, Environmental Torts Litigation (ETL) Section (Summer 2026)

<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>Office of Immigration Litigation (OIL)</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:</b></div>
950 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.<br>
Washington, DC 20530 - United States
</div><div><div><b>Application Deadline:</b></div>
<div><div>Monday, January 5, 2026
</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><b>About the Office</b></div>
<div><div><p>The Office of Immigration Litigation (OIL) litigates immigration cases on behalf of the United States in the federal district courts and courts of appeals. District Court litigation involves a wide range of immigration, nationality, civil&#8209;immigration detention, and related issues, including programmatic and class action challenges to visa determinations and agency policies, as well as affirmative denaturalization actions. Appellate Court litigation addresses whether an individual is removable from the United States and often presents complex questions of constitutional law, statutory interpretation, and criminal law. OIL attorneys draft briefs and dispositive motions, appear for oral argument and trials, and coordinate with other components of the executive branch to promote the uniform application of the immigration laws.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Description</b></div>
<div><div><p>Law student volunteers in the Office of Immigration Litigation (OIL) will work closely with attorney&#8209;mentors on assignments that mirror the Office&rsquo;s district court and appellate practice. Responsibilities may include:</p><ul><p>
Conducting legal research and drafting memoranda on immigration, nationality, detention, and related issues.</p><p>
Drafting briefs and other pleadings for filing in federal courts, including dispositive motions and appellate submissions.</p><p>
Assisting with case preparation and litigation strategy, including reviewing records and supporting trial and oral argument preparation.</p><p>
Preparing and delivering a moot oral argument before a panel of experienced OIL attorneys.</p><p>
Attending OIL trainings, Division&#8209;wide programs, tours, and networking events, as schedules permit.</p><p>
Observing &ldquo;first cuts&rdquo; meetings where OIL leadership considers whether to seek further review in cases decided adversely to the government.</p></ul><p>
The Summer 2026 internship program is expected to begin during the week of June 1.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Qualifications</b></div>
<div><div><p><b>Eligibility Requirements</b></p><ul><p>
U.S. citizenship is required.</p><p>
Must have completed at least one year of law school by the start date of the internship.</p><p>
Must be a current law student enrolled at least half&#8209;time at an accredited U.S. law school.</p><p>
Must have a cumulative law school GPA of 3.0 or higher.</p><p>
Must be able to successfully complete a background check and any required security forms.</p><p>
Must be able to commit to a full&#8209;time, in&#8209;person schedule of 40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks during Summer 2026.</p></ul><p>
Current 3Ls and law school graduates are otherwise ineligible for this unpaid volunteer internship, except LL.M. students who are enrolled at least half&#8209;time and are not practicing law, consistent with Department policy.</p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><p>
Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.</p><p>
Demonstrated interest in immigration law or national security.</p><p>
Sound judgment, professionalism, and strong attention to detail.</p><p>
Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.</p></ul></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Application Process</b></div>
<div><div><p>Submit the following materials as a <b>single PDF file</b> to the Intern Leadership Team at <b>oil-gla.internprogram@usdoj.gov</b> with the subject line:<br>
<b>[LAST NAME], [FIRST NAME] &ndash; OIL Summer Internship Application.</b></p><p>
Required materials:</p><ul><p>
Cover letter</p><p>
Resume (not to exceed two pages)</p><p>
Law school transcript (unofficial accepted)</p><p>
5&ndash;10 page legal writing sample</p><p>
Undergraduate transcript (unofficial accepted) for current 1Ls; optional for current 2Ls and 3Ls</p></ul><p>
Application materials that do not adhere to these requirements (including format and file naming) will not be considered.</p><p><b>
Additional Information</b></p><ul><p>
Please do not apply if you will not be available for the full internship period.</p><p>
Selected candidates will be required to complete security forms and a background check.</p></ul></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Salary</b></div>
<div><div><p>Positions are unpaid. OIL will work with law schools to ensure Volunteer Legal Interns receive academic credits for their work. 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 Office of Immigration Litigation (Summer 2026)

PETA Foundation

<div>Description:
<p><b>
Position Objective:</b></p><p>
To support the Corporate Legal Affairs division of the Legal Department by assisting the General Counsel and providing legal advice on a wide range of corporate matters that arise during the conduct of the charitable programs of the organization and its supported organizations, including in the fields of contracts, lobbying and other regulatory compliance, publications and intellectual property, corporate governance and policy, data privacy, planned giving, insurance, and animal protection issues.</p><p><b>
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:</b></p><ul><li>Assist and support the General Counsel with their management of the operations and affairs of the Corporate Legal Affairs division under their supervision by:</li></ul><p>
 o Conducting legal research and analysis and providing legal advice and representation on various issues and affairs pertaining to the day-to-day operation of non-profit, tax-exempt organizations</p><p>
 o Reviewing, revising, and drafting contracts</p><p>
 o Advising supported organizations on and assisting them with federal, state, and local lobbying registration and reporting requirements</p><p>
 o Reviewing and advising the organization and supported organizations about publication and audio/visual review including internet features, news releases, and audio-visual content</p><p>
 o Providing legal advice on domestic and international data privacy and protection law requirements and assisting with the development and maintenance of compliance programs</p><p>
 o Assisting with employment law matters</p><p>
o Maintaining and expanding the organization&rsquo;s trademark portfolio and licenses</p><p>
o Advising supported organizations on and assisting them with their preparation, filing, and defending of shareholder proposals</p><p>
o Maintaining the organization&rsquo;s service contracts with supported organizations</p><ul><li>Conduct legal research and provide advice on a variety of charity and animal protection issues, statutes, and regulations</li><li>Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor</li></ul>
Requirements:
<ul><li>J.D. and a minimum of eight years of legal experience in the areas identified under Primary Responsibilities and Duties</li><li>Member in good standing of a state bar association</li><li>Ability to work in the organization&rsquo;s Washington, D.C. office at least twice per week</li><li>Proven excellent legal research, writing, and verbal advocacy skills</li><li>Proven ability to handle multiple tasks within strict time constraints</li><li>Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues</li><li>Commitment to the objectives of the organization</li></ul><p><br>
</p><p>The salary range for this position is $76,410 - $87,408 annually. The ultimate salary within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate&rsquo;s experience and the cost of living in the area in which the candidate will live and work.</p><p>
A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Application Deadline:</b></p><p>
Applications for this position will be accepted until January 11, 2026.</p><p>
We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.</p></div>

Corporate Counsel

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
<br><br>
<b>Location:</b><br>
601 D Street N.W.
<br>Washington, DC 20530 - United States
<br><br>
<b>Application Deadline:</b><br>
Friday, December 19, 2025
<br>About the Office
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
Job Description
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
<br><br>
As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
<br><br>
For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorney's Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html
<br><br>
<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.
<br><br>
<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.
<br><br>
<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.
<br><br>
This position is located in Washington, D.C.
<br><br>
Qualifications
<br><br>
<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.
<br><br>
You must be a United States Citizen or National.
<br><br>
<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.
<br><br>
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
<br><br>
Application Process
<br><br>
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
<br><br>
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/19/2025 to receive consideration.
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
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:
<br><br>
<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>
</ul>
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.
<br><br>
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.
<br><ul>
<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>
</ul>
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.
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
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
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
Salary
<br><br>
<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.
<br><br>
<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.
<br><br>
<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.
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
<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.
<br><br>
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.
<br><br>
<b>Travel:</b> This position will require minimal travel.
<br><br>
<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)

Tacoma Public Schools

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Tacoma Public Schools</b></p><p><b>
Expected Start Date: </b>January 6, 2026</p><p><b>
FTE: </b>1.0</p><p><b>
Hours per day: </b>7.5</p><p><b>
Salary Level: </b>Based on preparation level and experience per TEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Range is $73,549 (BA+0 step 1) through $144,248 (MA+90 step 20)</p><p><b>
Union/Days per year: </b>Teacher, 182 workdays, 10-month</p><p><b>
Benefits:</b> This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools.</p><b>
Additional Information:</b><p>
This is a <b>REPLACEMENT</b> contract for the 2025-2026 school year only or until the employee returns from his or her leave whichever occurs first. The anticipated duration of this position is from January 6 - June 17, 2026</p></div><br>
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<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Examples Of Duties</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>This position plans, organizes and provides students with appropriate learning activities, experiences and a classroom environment designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth; supports the School/Building, School Board, District and State curriculum, policies and initiatives for student achievement.</p><p><b>
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS</b></p><p>
1. Develops, plans and strategizes a program of study that is based on and capitalizes on the learning needs of students and meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students; creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students; employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media to engage the students and provide an opportunity for participation that is consistent with the students&rsquo; needs and capabilities.</p><p>
2. Assesses the accomplishments for student growth on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required; maintains and issues appropriate grades to reflect level of student achievement; refers students for evaluation by District Specialists, as needed and required; provides guidance which will promote the students&rsquo; welfare, educational development, and citizenship.</p><p>
3. Strives to implement, by pedagogical content knowledge, instruction, action and support, the District&rsquo;s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives; assists the administration in implementing all District policies and rules governing student life and conduct as outlined by the State criteria for teacher evaluation requirements; develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior; encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior; manages student behavior and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner; participates in the planning and evaluation of the school program(s) and the District&rsquo;s curriculum and program development.</p><p>
4. Develops norms for learning that reflect teacher knowledge of content; prepares lesson plans for assigned classes and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of assigned Administrator; provides differentiated instruction and scaffolding of tasks; effectively makes use of learning time and guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals; establishes, with an alignment of instructional materials and tasks, clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects; communicates these objectives and learning target(s) to the students.</p><p>
5. Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students, parents, colleagues and community members; makes provisions for being available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes when required; conducts parent(s)/guardian(s) conferences and a variety of other meetings with District staff, parent(s)/guardian(s) and students to communicate student progress and interpret program rationale and each student&rsquo;s educational, social and behavioral development.</p><p>
6. Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, District policy and administrative regulations; utilizes multiple data elements (both formative assessment and summative) to plan, inform, provide other formative assessment opportunities by adjusting instruction; evaluates student learning and success criteria to modify and improve program effectiveness; uses the Washington State approved student growth rubrics for tracking student growth data.</p><p>
7. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials and facilities; provides for and promotes the care and protection of students and school property; supervises students in lunchroom, in hallways, on school grounds, and in any program held at the school under School District sanction; effectively utilizes and provides access to the materials, resources and services of the community and the District to enhance students&rsquo; learning and teacher&rsquo;s effectiveness.</p><p><b>
OTHER JOB DUTIES</b></p><p>
1. Maintains and updates knowledge and skills necessary for success in the position and improving professional competence by participating in professional development activities and training, as required, as needed or as assigned.</p><p>
2. Attends staff meetings as called by the Administrators and serves on staff committees; supervises Para Educators and other classroom office assistance as required; provides guidance and works with staff members in an appropriate manner.</p><p>
3. Develops and maintains a professional and collegial relationships with colleagues; collaborates with peers and administrators to improve student learning; supports appropriate conduct and performance of job duties; adheres to Tacoma Public School Board policies; contributes to the development of new teachers and student teachers per District guidelines.</p><p>
4. Maintains files on latest curriculum guides; keeps updated on resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities.</p><p>
5. Performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis.</p><p>
6. Regular, reliable, predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work.</p><p><b>
CONDITIONS</b></p><p>
Confined to work area; must secure substitute or leave only at assigned breaks; may be required to work with and defuse, if appropriate, difficult and sensitive situations and/or people; may have to be out in inclement weather to supervise students; may be exposed to high noise levels; may be required to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Education and Experience</b></p><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from accredited university with appropriate educational endorsement; or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.</p><p><b>
Licenses/Special Requirements</b></p><p>
Valid Washington State teaching certificate.</p><p>
Completion of all District-required trainings, as assigned.</p><p>
Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance.</p><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b></p><p>
Knowledge of applicable Washington State and Federal rules and regulations.</p><p>
Knowledge of subject matter/course content relevant to assignment.</p><p>
Knowledge of and skills in using various formative and summative assessments.</p><p>
Knowledge and skill in instructional principles, methods and techniques.</p><p>
Skill in obtaining, clarifying and exchanging information.</p><p>
Skill in critical thinking and problem solving.</p><p>
Skill in attention to detail.</p><p>
Skill in classroom management.</p><p>
Skill in handling student discipline.</p><p>
Skill in providing quality customer service.</p><p>
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate activities.</p><p>
Ability to multi-task, set priorities and meet deadlines.</p><p>
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the District.</p><p>
Ability to use informational technology.</p><p>
Ability to exercise critical thinking and use sound judgment.</p><p>
Ability to be flexible and adaptable.</p><p>
Ability to work with difficult and/or sensitive situations to provide appropriate resolutions.</p><p>
Ability to serve as role model and treat students and colleagues as individuals in a professional and ethical manner.</p><p>
Ability to adhere to all Tacoma Public School Board policies.</p><p>
Ability to support the School/Building, School Board, District and State curriculum, policies and initiatives for student achievement</p><p>
Ability to maintain confidentiality.</p><p>
Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable and regular attendance.</p><p>
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, bend, climb and/or be mobile.</p><p>
Ability to travel throughout the District by means of private or public transportation.</p><p>
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.</p></div><p></p>
</div><div></div><div><div><p><i>This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.</i></p>
<p><b>Nondiscrimination Statement</b></p>
<p>Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:</p><br>
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<p><b>Civil Rights Coordinator, Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator:
</b></p><p><b>Tiffany Davis-Brantley</b></p>
<p>253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us</p><br>
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<p><b>Section 504 Coordinator: Laura Tuman</b></p>
<p>253-571-1086, 504Coordinator@tacoma.k12.wa.us</p><br>
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<p><b>Tacoma Public Schools
</b></p><p><b>Mailing Address:</b></p>
<p>P.O. Box 1357</p>
<p>Tacoma, WA 98401-1357</p>
<p>www.tacomaschools.org</p></div></div></div>

Teacher High School English REPLACEMENT - Mount Tahoma High School

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>
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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

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