Attorney (Forensic Science Law Unit)
Company
Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation
Location
Quantico, Virginia Quantico, Virginia
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Summary
The FBI's Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a highly qualified attorney with forensic science experience to join its exciting and challenging legal practice. The Forensic Science Law Unit (FSLU) provides legal advice and guidance to the FBI's Laboratory Division (LD) on a diverse range of issues.
Learn more about this agencyRequirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U. S. citizen
- Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance
- Selectee may be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
- Selectee will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually.
- Possess a law degree from an accredited American Bar Association law school; and
- Proof of active membership and good standing with any U. S. jurisdiction bar association
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience as a criminal prosecutor, defense attorney, or civil litigator
- Ability to perform superior legal and factual analyses
- Excellent legal research, legal writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Experience developing and implementing legal policies and proposals
- Demonstrated experience in teaching or training others
The Department of Justice will approve candidates that are selected for this position.
Education
Positive Education Requirement: This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic requirement by submitting proof of J.D. degree and proof of good standing with a U. S. jurisdiction bar association. Please see the "Required Documents: section of this announcement for additional information.
Education: Applicant must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have a LLM degree or other graduate law school degree in additional to J.D.) and be an active member of a U.S. jurisdiction bar association.
GS-14: Applicants applying for the GS-14 must have 2.5 or more years post J.D. attorney experience.
GS-15: Applicants applying for the GS-15 must have 4 or more years of post J.D. attorney experience.
Additional information
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Application Process:
Note: All FBI employees must undergo an FBI Background Investigation and receive an FBI Top Secret security clearance. For employment eligibility with the FBI, applicants must not violate any of the automatic employment disqualifiers, and adhere to the FBI's pre-employment drug policy. Please ensure you meet these standards before submitting an application. All of these disqualifiers are extensively researched during the FBI Background Investigation Process. The preliminary employment requirements include a polygraph examination; a test for illegal drug use; credit and records checks; and extensive interviews with former and current colleagues, neighbors, friends, professors, etc. Before applying for this position, please make sure that the FBI Employment Disqualifiers do not apply to you. https://fbijobs.gov/eligibility
Date Posted
09/30/2024
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