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Law Student Volunteer (Summer 2026)

Ford Agency

<div></div><div><div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Details</b></h4>
</div><div><div><div>Posted January 09, 2026
</div><div>Compensation $64,000 - $75,000 annually DOE
</div><div>LocationWashington D.C.</div>
<div>Job Type Direct Hire
</div><div>Industry Legal
</div></div></div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h4>
<div>The Ford Agency is looking for a Legal Recruiting Coordinator for a prestigious DC law firm. The Coordinator will play an integral part in organizing and implementing the firm's summer associate, fall recruitment programs, and lateral recruitment processes. This role is well suited to candidates with at least two years of legal recruiting experience in a law firm. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for the next step!<br>
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Responsibilities Include:
<ul><li>Assist with the fall recruitment program: liaise with law schools, register for on-campus interview and job fairs, coordinate and attend recruitment events, schedule interviews, and serve as a point of contact for candidates</li>
<li>Support the summer associate program: organize and monitor summer events, prepare orientation schedules, assist with coordinating summer assignments, prepare for mid and end of summer reviews, and summarize program survey</li>
<li>Overall logistical support: prepare and manage law school feedback forms and surveys and oversee and process recruitment expenses and budgets</li>
</ul>Qualifications Include:
<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree</li>
<li>2+ years of legal recruiting experience in a law firm</li>
<li>MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)</li>
<li>Top-notch written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Strong organizational and project management skills, ability to juggle competing priorities</li>
</ul>
<br>
<b>Candidates for this position must be based in the DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.</b><br>
<br>
<i>The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.</i></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>We </b><b>listen, ask </b><b>key questions, and </b><b>refine</b><b> the process</b></h2><p><br>
Our refined process has led our team to consistent success in recruiting for the area&rsquo;s discerning business market.</p><p>
We ensure our clients&rsquo; priorities, role requirements, company culture, and objectives are taken into consideration for every search. We have an extensive pool of talent to quickly identify strong candidates for your open positions, taking the burden of time and energy off your shoulders.
</p><p>We do the same for candidates, actively listening to career desires and goals during each interview, and presenting realistic options and timelines for employment.</p><p>
Clients and candidates alike find our recruiting services refreshing and reliable.</p></div></div></div>

Legal Recruiting Coordinator

University of Alaska

<div></div><div><div><ul><li>531785
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>On Campus
</li> <div></div><li>Temporary
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Closing at: Jun 30 2026 - 23:55 EDT
</li> <div></div><li>Closing on: Jun 30 2026
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Temporary Staff Grade 75
</li> <div></div><li>SW Government Relations</li></ul></div></div>
<br><div><p>The University of Alaska Federal Relations Summer Internship offers an immersive, paid 10-week experience ($18.20/hr) in Washington, D.C., for UA system undergraduate students from any discipline who are eager to learn about federal policy, government relations, and public service. The program is designed to immerse the intern in the federal legislative process and advocacy. Successful candidates will gain direct exposure to Congressional operations, attend high-level policy meetings, and learn how to advocate for the University of Alaska&rsquo;s future. Our office provides round-trip flights and fully paid housing in D.C. for the duration of the internship.</p>
<p>
The Federal Relations Summer Intern will be fully integrated into the University of Alaska (UA) federal relations team, working directly from our Washington, D.C. office. Our mission is to proactively advocate for UA&rsquo;s priorities by collaborating closely with the Alaska Congressional Delegation, U.S. Senate, and U.S. House of Representatives Congressional Committees, and various federal agencies.<br>
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Working here means being at the epicenter of federal policymaking that directly impacts the University of Alaska&rsquo;s future, from research funding to student aid. This 10-week internship provides a hands-on introduction to government relations and the federal legislative process. The chosen applicant will gain a clear understanding of how the Federal Relations team operates and how our work benefits the entire UA system. We offer the flexibility to explore federal policy areas of particular interest to the chosen applicant, connecting their passion for the state legislature with real-world D.C. experience.<br>
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The intern will report to the Assistant Director of Federal Relations, who serves as the daily point of contact, providing hands-on mentorship, assigning projects, and ensuring the intern has rich exposure to the workings of Congress. All necessary instruction materials and housing arrangements will be finalized and provided well in advance of the intern's arrival in D.C.</p>
<p>
The successful applicant will possess a keen interest in federal policy, demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, be detail-oriented, be willing to undertake administrative or less glamorous tasks, and be capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a small, fast-paced team. This is a unique, immersive opportunity to be at the heart of D.C. advocacy.
<br>
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Located centrally in The Hall of the States near Capitol Hill, the position operates Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST). The intern will gain essential exposure by attending Congressional hearings, policy briefings, and meetings relevant to UA priorities. This competitive role is a full-time paid position (at the D.C. minimum wage rate), with the significant benefit of covered Washington Intern Student Housing and round-trip flights to Washington, D.C.</p>
<p><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
<p>
Current undergraduate students actively enrolled at one of the three universities within the University of Alaska system.<br>
<br>
Interest in government relations or federal policy.<br>
<br>
Application requires:<br>
A cover letter tailored to this position.<br>
A current resume/CV.<br>
Two letters of recommendation.</p>
<p><b>
Position Details:</b></p>
<p>
This is a full-time, 10-week, non-exempt temporary position located in the UA Office of Government Relations, Federal Relations in Washington, D.C.</p>
<p>
Hourly Rate: The rate will be an averaged rate of $18.20/hr, which ensures compliance with both the pre- and post-July 2026 D.C. minimum wage requirements.</p>
<p>
Benefits: Washington Intern Student Housing and round-trip flight costs to Washington, D.C. will be provided.</p>
<p>
Academic Credit: The chosen applicant is responsible for requesting course credit for this internship through their academic department. Should their program require an affiliate agreement or internship contract, the Assistant Director of Federal Relations will serve as the coordinator to finalize the necessary documentation.</p>
<p>
✍<b>Applications require a cover letter for this position, a current resume/CV, and two letters of recommendation.</b>✍</p>
<ul><li>Application Deadline: The application opens online on Friday, January 9, 2026. Applications will be accepted for review on March 16, 2026. To ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on March 15, 2026.</li></ul>
<ul><li><b>️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Sarah Randazzo, Signers' Business Office HR Coordinator, at sjrandazzo@alaska.edu or (907)450-8245.</b></li></ul>
<ul><li>To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.</li></ul>
<p></p>
<p>The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.</p>
<p></p>
<p>The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.</p>
<p></p>
<p>The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.</p>
<ul><li><i>Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.</i></li></ul>
<p><b>
Access to the reports is available at:</b></p>
<p><b>
UAA</b>: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.</p>
<p><b>
UAF:</b> (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.</p>
<p><b>
UAS:</b> (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, &amp; Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.</p></div>

Federal Relations Summer Intern

Global Citizens Public Charter School

<div><p><b>Position</b>:
<br>
Elementary School Health &amp; Physical Education Teacher</p>
<p><b>
Supervisor</b>: Director of Teaching &amp; Learning</p>
<p><b>
Start Date:</b> August 2026</p>
<p><b>
Application Deadline</b>: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through June 30, 2026. However, the position may be closed prior to that date if a qualified candidate is hired. <b>Please note that we will begin reviewing applications starting on January 5, 2026.</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
The Opportunity</b>: We are seeking lead teachers with experience in elementary school health and physical education to provide instruction for the 2026-2027 school year. Global Citizens PCS is the first dual language immersion elementary school in Washington, DC, to offer language immersion in both Mandarin Chinese and Spanish pathways - exposing students to the top three languages spoken in the world. Paired with a focus on social justice and whole child wellness, Global Citizens PCS equips children to become empathetic, globally competent, and socially-minded leaders who are prepared for a future we cannot yet imagine. Global Citizens PCS opened in Ward 7 to provide children and their families living east of the Anacostia River with equitable access to dual language immersion programs. This position offers an incredible opportunity to work alongside a founding team, within an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment focused on improving educational opportunities for all students, especially those who are most marginalized and undervalued.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Mission</b>: The mission of Global Citizens PCS is to inspire and prepare the next generation of global citizens. We will do this by supporting students, ages 3-11, to reach their full academic and leadership potential in a nurturing learning environment. We will immerse them in the Mandarin and Spanish languages, promote the value of diversity, and equip them with the knowledge, skills, and mindsets they need to contribute to a better world.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Vision</b>: We envision academic excellence, language acquisition, and authentic inclusion of a diverse student population. We will build a strong community of learners who are confident in their ability to communicate in the Chinese, Spanish, and English languages. Our children will use language to liberate and advocate for themselves and those most marginalized. All of our children will develop a sense of self and a sense of belonging, build empathy and emotional resilience, learn to understand and appreciate diverse perspectives, and challenge themselves to take action to improve the world.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Philosophy</b>: We believe that all cultures have richness and value, deserve respect and consideration, and do not belong to a hierarchy. We are aware of white supremacy culture and the systemic oppression that exists &ndash; even in the current education system. At Global Citizens PCS, we will critically examine our biases and then actively work on counteracting these biases and disrupting the dominant narrative. We will continually examine our teaching and curricula to ensure we incorporate multiple perspectives from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, including the experiences of our students, families, communities, and staff. We will create an environment in which all students will yearn for intercultural connections and see their benefits.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Founding Elementary School Health &amp; Physical Education Teacher Job Description</b></p><p></p><p><br>
The Health &amp; Physical Education Teacher is responsible for creating a classroom environment that fosters, promotes and develops an understanding of the relationship of healthy body function and exercise; that motivates each student to cultivate physical fitness, and appropriate social and emotional adjustment; that discovers and develop talents of students in physical achievement; and that develops strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in individual, dual and team physical activities and sports, in accordance with each student&rsquo;s ability. All teachers will work collaboratively to positively impact student development by creating a warm and inviting learning environment; building relationships with students and families; creatively designing and implementing effective lessons within a free and liberating classroom environment; analyzing and interpreting data; collaborating professionally with colleagues; and, participating in the larger school-wide community. The Health &amp; Physical Education Teacher, under the direct supervision of the Director of Teaching &amp; Learning, will work collaboratively with all leadership team members to fully understand and respond to the needs of students and families, create and implement plans according to the mission, vision, and pillars of Global Citizens Public Charter School while remaining focused on the implementation of high-quality instruction.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to</b>:</p><p></p><p><b><br>
School Mission and Vision</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Implement a shared school mission and vision to promote each student&rsquo;s social, emotional, and academic development</li>
<li>Actively participate in data-driven instruction and methods of continuous improvement to ensure we meet the needs of each student</li>
<li>Reinforce the mission with students and families, inspiring them to act on the mission every single day</li>
<li>Reflect on instructional practices and adjust behavior and systems accordingly: ask regularly for feedback; model humility and admit mistakes; seek out thought partners; and, engage in professional learning</li>
<li>Collaborates with support teachers and other staff to ensure proper and consistent implementation of our instructional program</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Equitable and Inclusive School Culture</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Model ethical, equitable, and professional behavior and acts with integrity, fairness, cultural competence, and empathy with students and colleagues</li>
<li>Contribute to a professional school culture focused on developing relational trust with colleagues and building each other's capacity to promote each student&rsquo;s social, emotional, and academic development; serves as a mentor teacher for support teachers</li>
<li>Set personal and professional learning goals to promote wellness and enhance professional practice; attend summer institute and weekly professional development sessions</li>
<li>Participate in professional development and coaching cycles led by Director of Teaching &amp; Learning and other instructional leaders</li>
<li>Encourages open, productive, collaborative, and trusting working relationships among administrators, teachers, and staff to promote an environment of continuous improvement</li>
<li>Mentors support teachers and develop a strong classroom culture</li>
<li>Develop a supportive and positive learning environment focused on uplifting student voice and using student data to drive student development, growth, and achievement</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Develop lesson plans and teach health and physical education</li>
<li>Utilize culturally sustaining and anti-bias/anti-racist practices (along with data) to inform and guide daily instruction; incorporate student cultures, interests, and experiences into lessons and activities</li>
<li>Set clear and measurable goals throughout the year for every student in all areas of study; regularly assess the progress of each child and provide differentiated, child-centered instruction to meet the needs of each child on a daily basis</li>
<li>Ensure that each student has equitable access to classroom materials, texts, learning resources and opportunities, academic and social-emotional supports, and other resources in the target language</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Equitable and Inclusive Student Support</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Improve and sustain a school environment that is inclusive, equitable, caring, and culturally competent (and meets the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of each student)</li>
<li>Maintain positive, fair, and unbiased student behavior policies that emphasize relationship reconciliation and behavioral change</li>
<li>Work with Special Education Teacher and English Learner Teacher to plan for and support all learners&rsquo; needs</li>
<li>Use student performance and placement data, as well as school culture data, to promote greater inclusiveness, caring, equity, and closure of opportunity gaps</li>
<li>Serve as a member of the Student Support Team (SST) and implement a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to meet the needs of all children, including special populations</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Family Engagement</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Maintain open, welcoming, and ongoing communication with families regarding student progress that values inclusiveness and builds trust</li>
<li>Provide routine, two-way communication with families about school activities and culture, student performance and development, and school initiatives</li>
<li>Build and sustain positive, collaborative, and productive relationships with families to ensure student success</li>
<li>Engage parents and families in meaningful, reciprocal, and mutually beneficial ways to promote each student&rsquo;s social, emotional, and academic development</li>
<li>Participate in parent conferences and school-wide events and contributes to the broader school community</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Physical Education Teacher Requirements</b>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or a Master&rsquo;s degree in Health Education or Curriculum and Instruction</li>
<li>At least two years of combined experience as a teacher preferred</li>
<li>Teaching license is preferred, but not required</li>
<li>Deep experience and knowledge of learning standards and student-centered curriculum</li>
<li>An energetic, flexible, creative, innovative individual who can develop strengths-based, student-centered support plans that support learning for students of various abilities, including those with various identified exceptionalities</li>
<li>Ability to excel as a member of a multidisciplinary team and an instructional team</li>
<li>Ability to work in a multicultural, multilingual environment</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate and teach through a lens of diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion</li>
<li>Strong communication skills (both oral and written)</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
The ideal candidate is highly knowledgeable in the following</b>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Effective bilingual and language acquisition strategies</li>
<li>Research-based, tiered instructional strategies</li>
<li>Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy</li>
<li>Anti-racist beliefs and practices</li>
<li>Responsive Classroom/Restorative Justice/Conscious Discipline</li>
<li>Readers and Writers Workshop &amp; Play-Based Centers</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Compensation</b></p><p></p><p><br>
Salary for this position is competitive and ranges from $60K to $80K. Additionally, Global Citizens PCS offers a comprehensive benefits package.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
We are Deeply Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion</b></p><p></p><p><br>
Global Citizens PCS is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. It is our policy to ensure that all individuals with whom we are in contact with are not discriminated against on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, disability, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, military status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, parenthood, or any other personal or professional status.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
How to Apply</b></p><p></p><p><br>
If you are interested in applying for this position, please click &ldquo;Apply for This Job&rdquo; on the top right. We&rsquo;ll review applications as we receive them until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please contact us at careers@globalcitizensschool.org.</p><p></p><p><br>
Global Citizens PCS is committed to building a team that reflects the varied backgrounds and experiences of the students we seek to serve. It is important to us that you use your application materials to clearly delineate ways in which your background and experience align with Global Citizens PCS&rsquo;s core values and key pillars.</p></div>

SY 2026-2027: Elementary School Health & Physical Education Teacher

AARP

<div>Overview:
<div>
AARP&rsquo;s Legal Counsel for the Elderly (LCE) champions the dignity and rights of vulnerable Washington, D.C. seniors 60-plus, providing free legal and social work services to those in need &mdash; empowering, defending, protecting, and helping thousands of clients each year in many areas of civil law.</div><div></div><div><br>
Under the supervision of an experienced and licensed attorney, the LCE intern will be exposed to and participate in various legal functions related to law practice in an elder law setting for low-income older persons. Interns will complete the internship, gaining client interaction skills, subject area knowledge, and supervised experience in individual client representation and systemic advocacy.</div><div></div><div><br>
Students interested in issues related to landlord-tenant, economic security, healthcare benefits, long-term care services, homeownership preservation, combatting fraud and financial abuse, and identifying solutions to systemic problems should apply. This paid internship position will begin in<b> Summer 2026</b> and end in August.</div>
Responsibilities:
<div>
The intern will engage in a variety of functions, typically including but not limited to the following:</div><ul><li>
Interviewing current and prospective clients</li><li>
Meeting clients in the community (at home or in various facilities)</li><li>
Conducting fact-finding investigations</li><li>
Drafting correspondence</li><li>
Performing legal research and writing</li><li>
Preparing discovery requests</li><li>
Drafting motions</li><li>
Aiding in the preparation of court cases</li><li>
Observing the formulation and implementation of legal strategies</li><li>
Observing attorneys in court or in administrative proceedings</li><li>
Following settlement negotiations</li><li>
Documenting in computerized case management database</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Prospective intern must be currently enrolled in an accredited law school, classified as a rising 2L, 2L, rising 3L, or 3L at the start of the internship; have demonstrated interest in serving the needs of low income 60+ individuals and have a sensitivity to the needs of the elderly</li><li>
The ability to speak languages in addition to English is a plus but is not required</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.</div><div><b><br>
Additional Requirements</b></div><ul><li>
Regular and reliable job attendance</li><li>
Effective verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships</li><li>
Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions</li><li>
In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Compensation and Benefits</b></div><div>
The hourly rate is $21. Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Hybrid Work Environment</b></div><div>
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.</div><div></div><p><b><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p><p>
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.</p></div>

Legal Counsel for the Elderly Intern (Summer)

United States Department of Justice

Hiring Organization
<br>USAO District of Columbia
<br>Hiring Office
<br>Criminal Division
<br>Attorney Appointment Type
<br>Attorney Term
<br>Job ID
<br>26-DC-12862156-AUSA
<br><br>
<b>Location:</b><br>
601 D Street NW
<br>Washington, DC 20530 - United States
<br><br>
<b>Application Deadline:</b><br>
Friday, January 23, 2026
<br>About the Office
<br><br>
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia (USAO-DC) 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. Assistant United States Attorney's (AUSA) assigned to the Criminal Division prosecute a broad range of U.S. Code violations in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia.
<br><br>
Job Description
<br><br>
The Criminal Division is responsible for investigating and prosecuting criminal cases in the U.S. District Court. Located in the nation's capitol. The division has jurisdiction for a broad range of consequential cases, including violent crime, child exploitation, human trafficking, drug trafficking, fraud, government corruption, cybercrime, terrorism, sanctions violations, espionage, and other threats to D.C. and the nation.
<br><br>
The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia is accepting applications for the Chief in the Criminal Division.
<br><br>
The Asset Forfeiture Unit utilizes criminal, civil, and administrative tools to punish and deter criminal activity by depriving criminals of property used in or acquired through illegal activities and to recover assets that may be used to compensate victims. The caseload involves matters across all criminal sections, whether in partnership with a criminal AUSA or as an independent matter.
<br><br>
The Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking (CEHT) section handles a broad range of matters related to internet-based crimes against children as well as human trafficking prosecutions. CEHT primarily investigates cases involving the production of and trafficking in child pornography, commercial sex trafficking, labor trafficking, and interstate domestic violence and stalking offenses. CEHT AUSAs are often involved in interviewing victims of sexual abuse or trafficking, coordinating with law enforcement agents to charge and arrest targets, and drafting search warrants for electronic evidence.
<br><br>
The Federal Major Crimes (FMC) section prosecutes a range of federal crimes, with a focus on high-tempo arrest-driven prosecutions or reactive investigations. FMC prosecutes the prohibited possession of firearms and controlled substances, violent crime sprees and crews, robberies, destruction of government property, and other federal crimes in the District of Columbia. As their experience increases, FMC AUSAs have the opportunity to partner with and support AUSAs in other sections in the Criminal Division.
<br><br>
The Fraud, Public Corruption, and Civil Rights (FPCCR) section handles complex and challenging prosecutions intended to address a range of white-collar crimes. FPCCR prosecutes fraud offenses against government agencies, including health-care fraud, tax fraud, and federal program fraud; frauds targeting businesses, non-profits, and social institutions; money laundering networks perpetrating frauds against financial institutions and online through cryptocurrencies; and cyber-enabled frauds (such as ransomware) and crimes (such as hacking to steal funds/crypto and information). FPCCR prosecutes public corruption offenses, such as bribery; conflicts of interest; theft of government funds; election crimes; and efforts to obstruct or interfere with the lawful functioning of Congress, the Judiciary, and Executive Branch. This section also prosecutes civil rights offenses, such as crimes based on protected characteristics.
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The National Security (NS) section investigates and prosecutes criminal activity that threatens our nation's security, including: international and domestic terrorism; hostage-takings and other violence against Americans outside the U.S.; export control and sanctions violations; espionage, malign foreign influence, and transnational repression; unauthorized retention or disclosure of classified information and national defense information; and cyber offenses targeted at the U.S. government or perpetrated by those connected to state actors or terrorist organizations. The section is looking for applicants who are willing and able to handle the breadth of the section's practice; particular preference will be given to those applicants who have demonstrated an interest and skill in investigations involving cryptocurrency, cyber crimes, or criminal or civil forfeiture.
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The Violent Crime and Narcotic Trafficking (VCNT) section disrupts and dismantles criminal networks engaged in serious violence and large-scale firearms and drug trafficking. VCNT places an emphasis on proactive, intelligence-driven, long- and medium-term criminal investigations, and our prosecutions focus on violent street crews, transnational criminal organizations, and the district's drivers of violence. VCNT's prosecutions target everything from criminal street gangs to international drug cartels engaged in a broad range of federal offenses, including firearms and narcotics conspiracies, interstate robbery conspiracies, RICO and VICAR, darknet market drug trafficking and money laundering, and Continuing Criminal Enterprises. VCNT AUSAs advise and coordinate with law enforcement agencies on investigative steps and sequencing; draft search warrants and other legal process; present cases to the federal grand jury; brief and handle detention hearings and other hearings in court; and prosecute cases through trial.
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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 in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one year post J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience.
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A minimum of ten years of post J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience in the Federal government and supervisory experience is required with a minimum of eight years experience as a former Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) or Department of Justice (DOJ) Trial Attorney.
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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 extensive experience as a prosecutor, including complex investigation, substantive writing, and multiple jury trials, or other significant experience that can make a unique contribution to the work of the Criminal Division. A judicial clerkship and experience as federal prosecutor are preferred. Additionally, the ideal candidate's work experience will demonstrate the following: a commitment to public service and the rule of law; high moral character; sound judgment; a strong work ethic; superior communication and advocacy skills before judges and juries; exceptional research and writing ability; thorough legal and factual analysis; an ability to work well with others; and an ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment.
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You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
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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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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 01/23/2026 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.)
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You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
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<li>Required: Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process).</li>
<li>Required: A cover letter with your qualifications and experience.</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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<li>Required - Unofficial or official law school transcript. (Please do not submit a restricted pdf document with encryption or password security.)</li>
<li>Required - Writing Sample (such as an appellate brief, substantive brief, or memorandum) that reflects your own work and does not exceed a total of 15 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 pay is $195,100 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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This is a temporary position not-to-exceed 24 months. This position may be extended or made permanent without further competition.
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<b>Relocation Expenses:</b> Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
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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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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> Political Appointees (Current or Former): 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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<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>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.

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