Deputy Chief, Fraud Division - Trial Attorney Lead

Offices-to-go; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Justice’s Fraud Division seeks a Deputy Chief to supervise large, complex investigations and prosecutions. You will oversee Assistant Chiefs and Trial Attorneys, allocate resources, and guide strategic litigation priorities to enforce federal fraud laws.

You must hold a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar, and have at least five years of post‑J.D. legal experience, including federal prosecutions. Strong leadership and collaboration with law enforcement are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership.
• Five or more years of post‑J.D. legal experience, including federal prosecution.
• Supervisory experience over attorneys and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages Assistant Chiefs and Trial Attorneys on investigations and prosecutions, allocating resources and developing staff.
• Provides input on budget, hiring, personnel actions, and department reporting.
• Develops and maintains programs for national investigations and prosecutions of complex white‑collar cases.
• Prosecutes fraud and related matters in partnership with U.S. Attorney's Offices and federal agencies.
• Advises on strategic approaches, assigns work, and liaises with DOJ components and other enforcement bodies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Legal experience

Supervisory experience

Citizenship

Bar admission

Education

J.D. degree

Active bar admission (US)

Job description

The Department of Justice’s Fraud Division seeks a Deputy Chief to supervise large, complex investigations and prosecutions. You will oversee Assistant Chiefs and Trial Attorneys, allocate resources, and guide strategic litigation priorities to enforce federal fraud laws.

You must hold a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar, and have at least five years of post‑J.D. legal experience, including federal prosecutions. Strong leadership and collaboration with law enforcement are essential.