Summary The DOE investigates and prosecutes alleged violations of the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) and Commission Regulations (Regulations). Potential violations include fraud, manipulation, and other abuses concerning commodity derivatives and swaps, which harm market integrity, market participants, and the public. Responsibilities This position serves as an Associate Director to a Division of Enforcement (Division) Deputy Director/Task-Force Chief, performing as a subject matter expert and team lead on investigations and litigations involving challenging legal and/or factual issues. The incumbent must possess a high degree of actual experience in interpreting and providing advice and guidance on those requirements. The incumbent performs professional legal services associated with the primary mission of the Division, as defined in the Mission, Programs, and Related Functions Statement for the Division. The incumbent's performance and work product is of critical importance to the overall agency program. Duties include: Leads and participates in investigations of possible violations of the CEA and Regulations; Presents recommendations that the Commission institute, or resolve through settlement, enforcement actions; Leads and participates in all aspects of federal court proceedings, including emergency filings, motions, hearings, and trials; Leads and participates in all aspects of administrative resolutions before the Commission; Leads and participates in investigation-related litigation in federal district courts, including delayed notice under the Right to Financial Privacy Act and subpoena enforcement proceedings; Proposes referrals of CEA violations to, and seeking assistance from, state, federal, and foreign authorities; Advises the Division Director/Task Force Chiefs on highly complicated legal enforcement matters and policy issues; Oversees and conducts research into the law and analyzes and reviews briefs and pleadings from important cases in which the Commission is a party or which otherwise may impact the Commission; and Oversees the monitoring and analysis of court decisions to determine their possible impact on the Division's investigations and litigations. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Favorable Background/Security Investigation Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered for Selective Service. May be subject to a two-year trial period. Must be an active member of the bar in good standing. May be subject to a one-year supervisory probationary period. Applicants are responsible for citing minimum qualifications such as JD and/or LLM equivalent and Bar membership information (institution name, state for bar, and dates) on their respective resumes. Failure to supply details will result in an incomplete application. Please provide proof of bar membership. Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following: J.D. or LLM equivalent; 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) AND To qualify for the CT-15, applicants must have the following: CT-15: Applicants must have a J.D. or LLM Degree, bar membership and five years of relevant legal practice experience, acquired after being admitted to the bar, commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of a legal position. Relevant experience is defined as an attorney, law clerk, or other legal experience which was obtained subsequent to graduation from law school. Qualifying experience may include: Experience in directing, developing, and managing/supervising a team of trial attorneys and other staff professionals in the course of investigations and litigations. Acting as the chief advocate for the Commission, another federal agency, or any other client throughout the course of litigations. Education Successful completion of a full course of study (J.D.) or LLM in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA). To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criterion, see www.ed.gov. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that 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 Relocation: Relocation expenses will not be paid. Trial Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: Your performance and conduct; The needs and interests of the agency; Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. This is a Bargaining Unit position is not included in the Bargaining Unit. More than the number of positions listed may be filled through this vacancy announcement. The overall salary range is provided for informational purposes as it represents the full range that is applicable to current employees in this occupation/grade. A new hire's direct and overall experience are critical factors in determining a salary offer, therefore, it is important that your resume fully reflects all of your work experience. Note that the upper end of each range is typically applicable only to candidates with significant years of work experience and qualifications Please review the CFTC Compensation Program website for additional information. The law prohibits public officials from appointing, promoting, or recommending their relatives. The law prohibits requesting, making, transmitting, accepting, or considering political recommendations for employment or other personnel actions for non-political positions. This includes recommendations from Members of Congress, Congressional employees, elected state or local officials, and political party officials and any recommendation based on party affiliation.
