This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page
The primary mission of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) is to adjudicate immigration cases by fairly, expeditiously, and uniformly interpreting and administering the Nation's immigration laws.
The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) is the highest administrative tribunal charged with interpreting and applying the immigration laws of the United States. The Board is responsible for applying the immigration and nationality laws uniformly throughout the United States. Accordingly, the Board has been given nationwide jurisdiction to review the orders of Immigration Judges and certain decisions made by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and to provide guidance to the Immigration Judges, DHS, and others, through published decisions. The Board also has appellate review/authority over various decisions of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) District Directors, including all decisions involving carrier fines and penalties, familial visa petitions, and requests for advance permission to enter the United States. The Board's decisions are binding on all officers and employees of the DHS and on Immigration Judges in the administration of the Immigration and Nationality Act, except as they may be modified or overruled by the Attorney General.
Job Description
The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) is seeking Attorney Advisors that will be responsible for the preparation of proposed Board decisions in the most difficult and sensitive cases arising before the Board, involving extremely complex legal questions, factual issues, discretion, judgment, and other issues arising from decisions of Immigration Judges and DHS District Directors. The major duties include:
Identifying all factual, procedural and substantive issues, relevant constitutional, statutory, judicial and regulatory law, and drafts properly supported legal decision.
Analyzing records of administrative hearings to evaluate questions of fact and/or questions of law for adherence to procedural requirements.
Rendering guidance and interpretation with respect to questions pertaining to regulations, practices or other matters falling within the purview of the Board.
Preparing proposed order reflecting analysis of issues and recommendation for disposition.
Drafting proposed Board decisions in the most complex and sensitive cases arising before the Board, involving extremely complex legal questions and factual issues.
You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
You may be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
Qualifications
Qualifications
GS-13
Must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1.5-years post-J.D. legal (or equivalent), or other relevant experience
Must be a U.S. citizen or National
Legal advisory, legal research, and legal policy experience in Immigration law is preferred but not required
GS-14
Must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 2.5-years post-J.D. legal (or equivalent), or other relevant experience
Must be a U.S. citizen or National
Legal advisory, legal research, and legal policy experience in Immigration law is preferred but not required
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Relocation Expenses
Relocation expenses are not authorized
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of submitted documents will be made to determine if applicants are qualified for this assignment.
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Resume, highlighting experience relevant to the duties and qualifications listed above
Writing Sample: In addition to the above stated qualifications, applicants must submit a writing sample that demonstrates their ability to author legal documents to be considered for this position. This document cannot exceed ten pages.
Copy of J.D., or equivalent degree (official transcript with conferred status is acceptable)
Bar Certificate - in Good Standing
Most recent SF50 (if applicable)
A statement indicating whether you are or have been a political appointee in the past five (5) years (if applicable)
All interested applicants should submit the following documents via email to EOIRHRTEAM@usdoj.gov with the subject line "ATTORNEY ADVISOR - EOIR-002" by April 16, 2026.
Resume, highlighting experience relevant to the duties and qualifications listed above
Writing Sample: In addition to the above stated qualifications, applicants must submit a writing sample that demonstrates their ability to author legal documents to be considered for this position. This document cannot exceed ten pages.
Copy of J.D., or equivalent degree (official transcript with conferred status is acceptable)
Bar Certificate - in Good Standing
Most recent SF50 (if applicable)
A statement indicating whether you are or have been a political appointee in the past five (5) years (if applicable)
Once the application process is complete, a review of submitted documents will be made to determine if applicants are qualified for this assignment.
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
Justice Management Division, Human Resources
2 Constitution Square
145 N Street NE
Room 9W.300
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
You will receive e-mail notifications as your application status is updated by DOJ. However, you can also see your application status any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account and looking on the "Applications" page. Click the position title to expand the display for each application in the list.
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Legal Careers| Department of Justice (www.justice.gov/legal-careers)
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Resume, highlighting experience relevant to the duties and qualifications listed above
Writing Sample: In addition to the above stated qualifications, applicants must submit a writing sample that demonstrates their ability to author legal documents to be considered for this position. This document cannot exceed ten pages.
Copy of J.D., or equivalent degree (official transcript with conferred status is acceptable)
Bar Certificate - in Good Standing
Most recent SF50 (if applicable)
A statement indicating whether you are or have been a political appointee in the past five (5) years (if applicable)
All interested applicants should submit the following documents via email to EOIRHRTEAM@usdoj.gov with the subject line "ATTORNEY ADVISOR - EOIR-002" by April 16, 2026.
Resume, highlighting experience relevant to the duties and qualifications listed above
Writing Sample: In addition to the above stated qualifications, applicants must submit a writing sample that demonstrates their ability to author legal documents to be considered for this position. This document cannot exceed ten pages.
Copy of J.D., or equivalent degree (official transcript with conferred status is acceptable)
Bar Certificate - in Good Standing
Most recent SF50 (if applicable)
A statement indicating whether you are or have been a political appointee in the past five (5) years (if applicable)
Once the application process is complete, a review of submitted documents will be made to determine if applicants are qualified for this assignment.
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
Justice Management Division, Human Resources
2 Constitution Square
145 N Street NE
Room 9W.300
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
You will receive e-mail notifications as your application status is updated by DOJ. However, you can also see your application status any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account and looking on the "Applications" page. Click the position title to expand the display for each application in the list.
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Legal Careers| Department of Justice (www.justice.gov/legal-careers)
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
