Trial Attorney

Offices, Boards and Divisions • Chicago, IL • 4h ago

Summary The mission of the Antitrust Division is to promote competition by enforcing the antitrust laws to protect economic freedom and opportunity on behalf of the American people. The Antitrust Division has openings for Trial Attorneys to join its dedicated team and gain invaluable experience working in the public interest to protect the competitive process. Are you ready to contribute to matters of national importance that promote a competitive and productive American economy? Responsibilities The United States Department of Justice, Antitrust Division, is seeking highly qualified attorneys to serve as Trial Attorneys in its criminal enforcement program, for its office based in Chicago, Illinois. This office investigates and prosecutes criminal violations of the federal antitrust and related laws, including those involving corporations and individual executives, and handles criminal matters of regional, national, and international scope. The Antitrust Division's criminal enforcement program investigates and prosecutes price fixing, bid rigging, market allocation, monopolization, bribery, fraudulent schemes designed to undermine competition, and obstruction of justice designed to thwart government investigations of anticompetitive conduct. Successful applicants will be given significant responsibility for investigating and litigating these schemes and will have immediate involvement with matters of national importance. The attorneys hired can expect a collegial and stimulating environment working with experienced attorneys on cutting-edge matters, as well as the satisfaction of serving the public interest. In furthering the work of the Division as a Trial Attorney, you will: Work closely with FBI and other law enforcement agents to develop investigative strategies; Coordinate with various law enforcement agencies and offices throughout the United States and cartel agencies around the globe; and Represent the United States before grand juries in districts throughout the United States and in District Court at arraignments, hearings, and trials. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered for this position. You may be required to complete a pre-employment security screening to initiate your background investigation, which includes a drug screening. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion and adjudication of your investigation. You must meet all qualifications and submit a complete application package by the closing date of this announcement. SELECTIVE SERVICE: All male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service (see SSS.gov). If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law. DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. This position is ineligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit. This is a full-time, non-supervisory appointment in the excepted service, subject to a one-or-two-year trial period in accordance with 5 CFR Part 11. The Antitrust Division participates in the E-Verify program. Qualifications Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the position qualifications listed in this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this position, your resume and supporting documentation will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. To qualify, an applicant must: Be a citizen of the United States; Possess a J.D. or equivalent degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one year of post J.D. legal experience to qualify at the GS-12 level; one and one-half years of post J.D. legal experience to qualify at the GS-13 level; two and one-half years of post J.D. legal experience to qualify at the GS-14 level, and/or at least four years of post J.D. legal experience to qualify at the GS-15 level; Have experience in (a) the investigation or litigation of potential federal criminal antitrust and/or white-collar criminal violations; (b) other relevant criminal prosecution experience; and/or (c) the investigation and litigation of civil antitrust matters; and Have litigation experience. Education You must possess a J.D. or equivalent degree to qualify for consideration as a Trial Attorney for the Department of Justice, Antitrust Division. Additional Information Additional information about the Antitrust Division can be found at http://www.justice.gov/atr/. Additional information about the Chicago Office can be found at https://www.justice.gov/atr/chicago-office. DOJ EEO Statement/Policy OPM Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement DOJ Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement Legal and Regulatory Guidance Please note: Additional selections may be made beyond the total number of vacancies specified using this vacancy announcement. Further selections may also be made for additional organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.

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