Deputy Assistant Attorney General

Closing Date: 8th April, 2024

Description:

Job Description:
The Deputy Assistant Attorney General (DAAG) acts as consultant and advisor on those questions of major policy and matters that require the personal attention of the AAG. They are also responsible for the direct supervision of assigned Division sections, including the Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section (CCIPS) and the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section (CEOS).

The Deputy Assistant Attorney General:

• Ensures that Sections under their direction are properly aligned and focused on outcomes that support the Attorney General's strategic goals and Administration priorities. Confers with and advises the Sections under their supervision on the development of business plans that define core functions and responsibilities; outlines proposed changes in program priorities, direction and orientation; and identifies solutions for accomplishing the Division's mission
• Plays an active role in sensitive policy formulation and oversees the investigation and prosecution of cases under their supervision. Provides legal guidance that reflects a thorough knowledge of highly specialized areas under their purview.
• Supervises the analysis and review of proposed or pending legislation for possible impact on the work of their Sections.
• Represents the AAG in matters relating to designated program areas; on various interdepartmental committees or activities; and with members of Congress and their staffs. Maintains close relationships with investigative agencies. Testifies before Congress and speaks publicly on matters relating to designated program areas.
• Serves as an advocate for the financial, human, and technical resource allocations to the Sections under their leadership. Works closely with responsible Sections to ensure that resource enhancements necessary for proposed priorities are identified.
• Monitors activities to ensure that resources appropriated by Congress are properly obligated and effectively monitored to accomplish strategic and annual performance goals.

Qualifications:
Interested 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 or territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia. Applicants must be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction) in good standing and have at least 5 years post-J.D. experience. Applicants must also have a high level of management/supervisory experience.

Applicants must submit a resume and a separate narrative statement/response that addresses each of the Mandatory Professional/Technical Qualification factors related to this position as well as the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) related to all positions in the Senior Executive Service.

OPM's Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications can assist you in writing an effective SES application. In particular, please note the Challenge-Context-Action-Result Model that is recommended and very helpful when drafting ECQ narrative responses. The Guide is available on OPM's Website at: http://www.opm.gov/ses/references/guidetoSESQuals_2012.pdf.

Professional/Technical Qualification Requirements

• Significant experience in supervising the development and prosecution of Federal criminal cases related to cybercrime (including cases involving ransomware and other attacks on computer networks), cryptocurrency, intellectual property, or child exploitation (including criminal actors operating on the dark web);
• Familiarity with Federal regulatory and investigatory agencies, on-going programs, and key national goals and priorities on criminal law enforcement related to cybercrime (including cases involving ransomware and other attacks on computer networks), cryptocurrency, intellectual property, or child exploitation (including criminal actors operating on the dark web);
• Significant experience establishing and maintaining harmonious relationships with the public, members of Congress, Federal officials and foreign partners; and
• Significant experience formulating and implementing policies dealing with complex legal issues related to cybercrime (including cases involving ransomware and other attacks on computer networks), cryptocurrency, intellectual property, or child exploitation (including criminal actors operating on the dark web).

Executive/Managerial Requirements:
ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE. This core qualification encompasses the ability to develop and implement an organizational vision, which integrates key national and program goals, priorities, values, and other factors. Inherent to it is the ability to balance change and continuity--to continually strive to improve customer service and program performance within the basic Government framework, to create a work environment that encourages creative thinking, and to maintain focus, intensity and persistence, even under adversity.
Leadership Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, Continual Learning, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Service Motivation, Strategic Thinking, Vision

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