Supervisory General Attorney (General Counsel)

About the role

The National Fraud Enforcement Division of the U.S. Department of Justice is seeking a Supervisory General Attorney to serve as General Counsel. This senior legal advisor will guide senior leadership on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters and oversee the Office of General Counsel.

Key responsibilities

• Advise Fraud Division leadership and senior managers on ethics, appropriations, procurement, human resources, and other administrative legal issues.
• Act as the primary liaison for investigations involving the Office of the Inspector General, Government Accountability Office, Office of Professional Responsibility, EEOC, and Office of Special Counsel.
• Review and provide guidance on proposed disciplinary actions, including leave restrictions, reprimands, suspensions, and performance‑based measures.
• Oversee mediations and settlement negotiations related to employment law matters.
• Administer and coordinate the Division’s policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and efficient business processes.
• Manage and supervise the Office of General Counsel, ensuring effective delivery of legal services.

Required profile

• U.S. citizen or national.
• Ability to complete a pre‑employment security investigation, background check, and drug screening.
• Potential requirement to serve a one‑year probationary period.
• Selective Service registration required for males born on or after the specified date.

Required skills