Closing Date: 30th September, 2026

Description:

Job Description:
The National Fraud Enforcement Division, U.S. Department of Justice is seeking qualified, experienced attorneys for permanent Trial Attorney positions in the Global Trade & Commerce Enforcement Section.

Generally, as a Trial Attorney, the incumbent:

In collaboration with section managers, carries out and fosters effective investigations and prosecutions, including advising on strategy and legal complexities, and developing litigation priorities.
Makes charging and disposition decisions or recommendations with regard to assigned cases.
Partners with Assistant U.S. Attorneys and attorneys in other federal law enforcement agencies to develop, manage, and prosecute complex trade, tariff, customs, and related trade fraud cases.
Engages in all phases of investigation and litigation, including, but not limited to, grand jury practice, advising federal law enforcement agents, using international evidence collection tools, preparing appropriate pleadings, and litigating motions and trials before U.S. District Courts across the country.
Advises and consults with Assistant U.S. Attorneys and agency partners on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy with respect to matters arising under federal trade, customs, external revenue, and commerce laws.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications: Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and be an active member of the bar in good standing. To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least four (4) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include the following: independently performing legal analysis; composing pleadings, briefs and other court documents involving unique or difficult legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; conducting highly complex civil or criminal litigation; and leading paralegals and support staff.

Preferred Qualifications: Your qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following competencies:

Experience as a criminal prosecutor in federal or state court.
Experience as an attorney in private practice.
Experience as a judicial law clerk.
Experience litigating in U.S. District Court or state court.
Experience supporting, litigating, and supervising federal criminal cases.
Experience conducting investigations of organizations and entities, including corporations.

Salary:
This is a permanent position at the GS-15 grade level. The salary range for this position will be based on the duty location. See OPM's Web page at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2026/general-schedule/

Number of Positions
Multiple

Travel:

The amount of travel can be significant. Travel frequency and location vary and are based on the attorney's litigation schedule.

Relocation Expenses
Relocation expenses will not be authorized.