Summary The Division of Enforcement in the San Francisco Office investigates possible violations of securities laws, recommends Commission action when appropriate, either in a federal court or before an administrative law judge, and negotiates settlements. Responsibilities If selected, you will be responsible for providing supervisory oversight for a litigation program, recommending and litigating Commission action when appropriate, either in a federal court or before an administrative law judge, and negotiating settlements. Responsibilities: Plans, organizes, and conducts or supervises litigation and trials in cases that include some of the most difficult and complex cases, which often create new legal precedent. These cases often are highly sensitive, high-profile, and require innovative trial techniques. Provides effective leadership in assessing cases and settlements, and in the preparation, review, and revision of all case related legal papers, briefs, and memoranda in assigned litigation cases, including civil actions and administrative proceedings. Directs the preparation of and/or prepares and files required legal papers, such as briefs, motions, etc., in civil and administrative proceedings. Argues or supervises the argument of motions in court and attends other court proceedings, conferences, and hearings in litigation as warranted. Participates with investigative and Trial Unit staff to recommend enforcement actions and settlements thereof. Represents the SEC in dealings with state and federal regulatory and enforcement counterparts in connection with investigations, presentation of matters to a federal grand jury, criminal trials, and appeals. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following J.D. or LL.B. degree --AND-- Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement. SK-17: Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-14 level or higher identifying legal issues, providing legal analyses, providing legal solutions/recommendations, and preparing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, memoranda, contracts, and dispositions. Specialized experience also includes: (1) Litigating complex civil or criminal cases in Federal Court or Administrative Proceedings; AND (2) Applying the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Evidence. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional Information IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) is available to individuals who have special priority selection rights under this plan. Individuals must be minimally qualified for this position to receive consideration for special priority selection. CTAP eligibles will be considered minimally qualified if they meet the minimum requirements for this position. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the SEC application process due to a medical disability, please contact reasonableaccommodation@sec.gov. For religious-based accommodations, please contact religiousaccommodation@sec.gov . Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants: Federal EEO laws protect all applicants from discrimination on the following bases: 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. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against on any EEO basis can seek recourse through the SEC's administrative complaints process. To be timely, an individual must enter the EEO process within 45 days from when they know (or should have known) of the alleged discrimination. Click here for additional information. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting the Legal and Policy Office in the Office of Human Resources at ElliottT@sec.gov.
