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General Attorney

Department: Department of Justice

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $120579 - $195200 Per Year

Job Summary: This position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. The FBI Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) is seeking highly qualified attorneys possessing exceptional analytical thinking, and strong written and verbal communication skills. Attorneys must demonstrate the ability to work independently, and strong collaboration and inter-personal skills. OPR handles all aspects related to the adjudication of employee misconduct.

Major Duties:

• The General Attorney is responsible for all assigned and collateral duties related to the adjudication of employee misconduct matters. Candidates must possess high analytic thinking and strong written and verbal communication skills, work proficiently and independently, demonstrate a high level of business maturity and professionalism, and possess strong collaboration and inter-personal skills. GS-13/14: Serve as an attorney advisor to all segments of the office. Responsible for review of investigative files and the preparation of investigative reports and legal memoranda. Respond to questions concerning the FBI's disciplinary process and OPR policies from FBI personnel in headquarters and field divisions, other Federal agencies, Congressional overseers, and members of the public. Conduct comprehensive legal research; prepare written documents such as legal memoranda and policy statements; and evaluate proposed legislation and policies impacting the FBI disciplinary process. Assist with training, including presentations to FBI personnel in headquarters and field divisions. GS-15: In addition to the above duties; Responsible for the most complex employee disciplinary cases. Respond to questions from the highest levels of management in the FBI.

Qualifications: GS-13: Applicants applying the GS-13 position must have 1.5 or more years of post J.D. attorney experience. Experience in writing and analyzing legal issues. GS-14: Applicants applying for the GS-14 must also have 2.5 or more years post J.D. attorney experience. Experience in participating in interpreting and analyzing legal issues. GS-15: Applicants applying for the GS-15 must also have 4 or more years of post J.D. attorney experience. Experience demonstrating proficiency in interpreting and analyzing complex legal issues. Desired Skills Desired skills are NOT mandatory and will NOT be utilized to minimally qualify applicants. Desired Skills are: The ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following practice areas: Civil Litigation Employment Law Judicial Clerkship Police Misconduct Professional Responsibility

How to Apply: To apply for the General Attorney position, please click here.

Application Deadline: 2025-08-06