Supervisory Trial Attorney (Deputy Chief)

Offices, Boards and Divisions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Offices, Boards and Divisions in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Deputy Chief for the Fraud Division's Public Trust and Financial Integrity Section. This role requires a J.D. degree, extensive legal experience, particularly in federal prosecution, and excellent supervisory skills.

Qualified applicants should have a proven track record in prosecuting complex cases and must be an active member of the bar in good standing. The position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• Must possess a J.D. and be licensed to practice as an attorney.
• At least five years of post J.D. legal experience required.
• Must be an active member of the bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations and prosecutions in the Fraud Division.
• Review applications and manage legal cases.
• Supervise and train other staff within the division.

Skills

Federal prosecution experience

Investigating and prosecuting cases

Supervisory experience

Experience working with law enforcement agencies

Training criminal prosecutors and investigators

Education

J.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

This posting is for Deputy Chief positions within the Fraud Division's Public Trust and Financial Integrity Section and National Enforcement Section. This announcement will be open until positions are filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning on or before June 15, 2026. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below: Supervisory Trial Attorney/ Deputy Chief

All applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and have at least five (5) years of post J.D. legal experience, to include at least five (5) years of federal prosecution experience; have experience investigating and prosecuting cases that fall within the specific portfolio; and have supervisory experience. Applicants must also be an active member of the bar in good standing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a criminal prosecutor in federal or state court.
• Experience as an attorney in private practice.
• Experience as a judicial law clerk.
• Experience litigating in U.S. District Court or state court.
• Experience supporting, litigating, and supervising federal criminal cases.
• Experience conducting investigations of organizations and entities, including corporations.
• Experience training criminal prosecutors and investigators.
• Experience working with law enforcement agencies.
• Experience supervising federal prosecutors and non-attorney personnel.