ATTORNEY-ADVISOR (INVESTIGATION)

Development Finance Corporation (formerly Overseas Private Investment Corporation); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Development Finance Corporation (DFC) invites applications for a Senior Investigative Attorney within the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Investigations. The role provides high‑level legal guidance on investigations of fraud, abuse, and misconduct, potentially involving criminal, civil, or administrative actions.

Strong bar credentials and extensive investigations experience are required. The successful candidate will advise on complex legal issues, lead investigations as

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited law school with LL.B. or J.D.
• Active bar membership in a U.S. state, DC, or Puerto Rico.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior legal advisor and counselor to OIG supervisors and investigators.
• Provide guidance on legal issues and sensitive matters in investigations.
• Lead, conduct, and/or advise on federal investigations; support criminal, civil, and administrative actions.

Skills

Legal experience

Investigations advisory

Litigation experience

Education

J.D. or LL.B.

Tools

Bar admission

Job description

The position is within the DFC Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Investigations, which conducts proactive investigations and responds to allegations of fraud, abuse, and misconduct, which may result in criminal, civil, or administrative sanctions. The Senior Investigative Attorney serves as the senior legal advisor and counselor to OIG supervisors and investigators, providing advice on legal issues and sensitive matters in investigations conducted by the OIG.

Basic Requirements:

Applicants must be (1) a graduate of an accredited law school with an LL.B. or J.D.; and (2) a current member of a bar with a valid license to practice law in a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. If selected, an official law school transcript and proof of an active bar membership will be required.

Specialized Experience:

In addition to the Basic Requirement listed above, you must meet the required specialized experience listed below. You may qualify at the GS-15 level, if you meet the following qualification requirement: At least five years of full-time professional legal experience gained after being admitted to the bar. The minimum five-year work experience requirement includes at least four years of specialized experience that is directly related to the position being filled. At least two of the four years of specialized experience must be at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to that of an attorney at the GS-14 level. Specialized experience is defined as experience leading, conducting, and/or advising on federal criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations. Experience prosecuting criminal cases in federal court is preferred. 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.