Section Chief Appellate Section
What you'd do
The Department of Justice's National Fraud Enforcement Division investigates and prosecutes fraud against the American people. The Division uses advanced data-driven investigative techniques, partners with federal, tribal, state, territorial, and local agencies, coordinates with programs administering taxpayer funds, develops efficient fraud detection systems, and equips prosecutors and law enforcement with the tools needed to bring offenders to justice.
Major duties
This position is located at the Department of Justice Headquarters in Washington D.C. The Section Chief, Appellate Section, serves as the senior executive responsible for the National Fraud Enforcement Division's appellate litigation program, which comprises nationwide appellate litigation on behalf of the Division. And the incumbent collaborates extensively with other Department components, United States Attorneys' Offices, federal law enforcement agencies, Executive Branch agencies, Inspectors General, and other state, local, Tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement partners. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading the National Fraud Enforcement Division's appellate litigation program by establishing national priorities, directing strategic appellate advocacy, and ensuring alignment with Department-wide enforcement objectives. Directing complex appellate litigation strategies before federal courts of appeals and providing executive oversight for cases involving significant fraud, corruption, financial crime, and other high-impact enforcement matters. Advising Department leadership, the Solicitor General, and senior Justice officials on appellate matters involving significant legal, constitutional, policy, and enforcement implications. Overseeing the development of precedent-setting appellate litigation, including recommendations for appeals, rehearing petitions, en banc review, and Supreme Court review. Coordinating with the Office of the Solicitor General, United States Attorneys' Offices, Department components, and federal partners to develop and execute unified appellate strategies. Developing nationwide legal strategies that preserve convictions, protect enforcement authorities, and strengthen the government's ability to combat sophisticated financial crimes. Representing the Department in strategic partnerships with federal law enforcement agencies, Inspectors General, regulatory organizations, and domestic and international enforcement partners on appellate developments affecting fraud enforcement. Analyzing emerging legal issues and appellate trends affecting federal fraud enforcement authorities and developing policy guidance to address evolving challenges. Managing the Section's workforce, resources, litigation quality assurance initiatives, professional development programs, and operational performance to ensure excellence in nationwide appellate advocacy.
What you need to qualify
The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. Applicants must show clear evidence of their demonstrated leadership ability by addressing the the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) embedded within their resume. The resume-based application should not to exceed 2 pages (1-sheet double-sided or 2 sheets one-sided) **Note: Applicants who have completed the SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and have had their ECQs certified by OPM must provide a copy of their certificate as part of their application. Candidates must still satisfy the MTQs of the position. We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions. You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the Section Chief Appellate Section. Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess. ECQ1 - COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND THE PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING. Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the Rule of Law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ2 - DRIVING EFFICIENCY. Demonstrated ability to strategically and sufficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ3 - MERIT AND COMPETENCE. Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ4 - LEADING PEOPLE. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals; To drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. ECQ5 - ACHIEVING RESULTS. Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to state goals from superiors. For this position, the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) have been established and should be addressed within the resume application. MTQ 1:Demonstrated expertise in federal appellate litigation, criminal law, and complex fraud enforcement matters, including developing litigation strategies, managing precedent-setting appeals, and addressing significant legal, constitutional, and policy issues affecting federal enforcement authorities. Experience must include representing or advising the government in appellate proceedings, preparing or overseeing appellate advocacy before federal courts of appeals and the Supreme Court, and providing strategic legal guidance on high-impact criminal enforcement matters. MTQ 2: Demonstrated expertise leading complex criminal investigations and prosecutions, including evaluating evidence, making charging decisions, and directing trial strategy. Provides authoritative legal analysis and guidance on criminal import, trade, and other fraud statutes. Experience includes advising and mentoring attorneys; guiding federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement partners; and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders on sensitive and high-impact matters. Exercises sound judgment, ensures consistency with Department policies, and drives timely, mission-focused outcomes. MTQ 3: Demonstrated experience managing a complex organization, a broad workforce, and challenging organizational issues while enforcing policies and law. MTQ 4: Demonstrated experience communicating effectively on complex technical issues through oral and written communication, including the ability to advocate successfully with broad stakeholders, external partners and individuals or groups having differed and often conflicting interests, on matters related to the successful execution of a large-scale organization's mission, programs and projects.
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