Assistant General Counsel (Employment Law Branch)

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

US Bureau of Prisons seeks legal professionals who uphold humane and secure environments while safeguarding public safety and advancing fair reentry.

Required: a J.D. degree and active bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction; preferred: experience in labor and employment discrimination or general litigation.

The role emphasizes rigorous legal analysis, federal compliance, and collaboration with diverse teams to support agency missions.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active membership in the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• Experience in labor and employment discrimination or general litigation is highly desired.

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Our highly-skilled, diverse, and innovative workforce creates a strong foundation of safety and security. Through the principles of humanity and normalcy, we develop good neighbors.

Required qualifications:

• Applicants must have a J.D. degree and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior experience in labor and employment discrimination and/or general litigation is highly desired.