Assistant United States Attorney
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
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Attorney Advisor (General)
Drug Enforcement Administration
Department of Justice
Location
Bedford, Massachusetts
Salary
$167,560 - $197,200
per year
Type
Full Time
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GS-15 Pay Grade
Base salary range: $123,041 - $159,950
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-14. Senior leader or top expert.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job is for an experienced lawyer who will act as the main legal advisor for the DEA's New England office, helping with everything from investigations and court cases to policy advice and training on laws related to drug enforcement.
It involves working closely with agents, prosecutors, and other law enforcement to handle criminal, civil, and administrative matters.
A good fit would be a seasoned attorney with strong research skills, the ability to work independently under pressure, and a passion for public service in combating drug crimes.
Key Requirements
- Active member in good standing of any U.S. state bar
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Excellent academic credentials
- Strong oral and written advocacy skills
- Superior legal research and analytical skills
- At least 4 years of post-J.D. legal experience (10 years strongly preferred)
- Ability to work independently in a demanding environment
Full Job Description
Department of Justice (DOJ) agencies post experienced attorney job announcements on the DOJ Careers page. The DOJ typically hires hundreds of attorneys each year.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. All applicants must be an active member of a bar in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction) and possess: 1) a J.D.
degree; 2) excellent academic credentials; 3) strong oral and written advocacy skills; 4) superior legal research and analytical skills; 5) a demonstrated ability to learn and master new areas of the law; 6) a demonstrated ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment and 7) Ten (10) years of legal experience is strongly preferred.
To qualify for the GS-15 Grade Level: Applicants applying for the GS-15 must have 4 or more years of post J.D. legal experience. Major Duties:
As Division Counsel for the New England Division, you will serve as the principal legal advisor to Division personnel in all aspects of DEA operations covering criminal, civil, and administrative law.
This includes providing advice concerning search and seizure, electronic surveillance, investigative methods and techniques, interrogation, evidence, discovery, personnel and employment issues, asset forfeiture, fiscal law, policy guidance and compliance, and international issues.
Typical assignments may include: Providing advice, opinions, and guidance to the Special Agent in Charge (SAC) and members of the Division leadership team on legal issues.
Working with federal and state prosecutors, and federal, state and local law enforcement partners to further DEA's mission. Providing support in criminal, civil, and administrative litigation.
Preparing pleadings, motions, briefs, and memorandum opinions. Training DEA personnel in complex issues of law and policy.
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