This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/515880400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The Environmental Defense Section represents the United States in complex civil litigation arising under a broad range of environmental statutes, including the Clean Air Act; Clean Water Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act; Toxic Substances Control Act; Safe Drinking Water Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; and Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act.
Learn more about this agency11/02/2018 to 11/23/2018
$114,590 - $164,200 per year
GS 14 - 15
3 vacancies in the following location:
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Excepted
15
No
Yes
ENRD-19-005-EXC
515880400
EDS is one of the only sections in the Department of Justice's Main-Justice components whose attorneys routinely handle cases in both federal courts of appeals and district courts, as well as both affirmative and defensive litigation. EDS defends rules and permits issued by the Environmental Protection Agency and other agencies, defends the United States on claims brought pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act, and handles claims of liability against federal agencies under the pollution control laws, such as for costs of response actions at Superfund sites, federally-owned facilities and private sites. The Section also enforces the Clean Water Act against those who fill wetlands and other regulated waters.
Section attorneys are responsible for all aspects of complex litigation. This includes pre-trial tasks up to and through trial, such as preparation and filing of dispositive motions, drafting merits briefs, written and document discovery, taking and defending expert and fact witness depositions, presenting oral argument in court, handling witnesses at trial and other evidentiary hearings, and negotiating settlements. Section attorneys also defend cases seeking review of regulatory actions by the Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the D.C. Circuit and other federal courts. Cases range from simpler, single-attorney matters to representing federal agencies in complex disputes under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act ("CERCLA") and other pollution control statutes. EDS cases present attorneys the opportunity to regularly appear in district or appellate courts, to begin arguing cases in the D.C. Circuit or other courts of appeals in approximately one year, and to periodically try cases or handle other evidentiary proceedings.
Note: Applicants who previously applied to Ann# ENRD-18-021-EXC will be considered and need not re-apply.
The Section's docket is demanding and requires top caliber work product. Successful applicants will have a demonstrated record of outstanding legal writing, complex case management, initiative and creativity, strong courtroom skills, and a commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and must have at least four years of post-J.D., relevant civil/environmental litigation experience, and be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction). The ideal candidate should possess an excellent academic record and strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills. The ideal candidate should also have a comprehensive understanding of environmental law and federal civil procedure, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Current salary and years of experience will determine the appropriate salary level. The possible salary range is:
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see www.ed.gov.
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
All documentation must be in English or include an English translation. https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to or claim veteran preference (VP), you should indicate the type of veteran preference (5 or 10 points) you are claiming on your resume. In order To determine your eligibility, you can find additional information at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide/. To verify your veteran preference entitlement, submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214; official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
Schedule A: DOJ welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities and is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department. DOJ also encourages eligible Schedule A applicants to submit their resumes to resume@benderconsult.com, and reference "Federal Career Opportunities" in the subject line. Additional information is found at: www.benderconsult.com.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov.
Suitability and Citizenship: It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment. Employment is also contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review and the United States Attorneys' Offices. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, non-U.S. Citizens may apply for employment with other organizations, but should be advised that appointments of non-U.S. Citizens are extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Please Note: The Selecting Official may select additional candidates if more positions become available within 90 days after HR office issues the certificate of eligibles.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the experience you report relative to the position.
Veterans: There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) to their submissions.
Applicants must submit the following materials to ATTYAPPLY-EDS.ENRD@USDOJ.GOV: (1) resume; (2) short writing sample from an advocacy piece (5-10 pages); (3) law school transcript; (4) cover letter of not more than two pages highlighting relevant litigation, environmental law, and legal writing experience and any other factors that you believe would be a good fit for EDS' litigation practice; and (5) declaration for federal employment -
www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OF0306.pdf.
Applicants must email required documents described above to:
ATTYAPPLY-EDS.ENRD@USDOJ.GOV
Subject Line: ENRD-19-005-EXC
No telephone calls, please. You must submit your application so that it will be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the closing date.
This and selected other legal position announcements can be found on the Internet at: http://www.usdoj.gov/oarm/attvacancies.html.
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 80 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/515880400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Environment and Natural Resources Division of the U.S. Department of Justice is seeking experienced litigators for vacancies in its Environmental Defense Section ("EDS" or "Section") in Washington, D.C.
For more information about the Environment & Natural Resources Division, visit the Justice Department's web site at: https://www.justice.gov/enrd. For more information about the Environmental Defense Section, visit https://www.justice.gov/enrd/environmental-defense-section. This and selected other legal position announcements can be found on the Internet at:http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/opportunities-experienced-attorneys.