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SalaryPosition: Deputy General Counsel (DGC)
Branch: Litigation Branch (LitB)
Division: Office of the General Counsel (OGC)
Location: Washington, DC
Working Hours: 8:00a.m. to 4:30p.m. (Flexible)
Salary: $147,649 - $206,038
Promotional Potential: none
Limited Cost Transfer may be offered with non-continuous service transfers.
Cost Transfer may be offered with continuous service transfers.
Travel Required – some domestic travel may be required.
This position does not allow for remote or telework options.
Key Requirements
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret -SCI clearance
U.S. Citizenship Required
The Mission of the FBI is to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the United States. Public Service is a public trust. For the FBI, this means that the public has committed to our care the safety of our Nation and the defense of our Constitution. To sustain that trust and to meet our resulting obligations, we must adhere strictly to our core values of: Rigorous obedience to the Constitution, Respect, Compassion, Fairness, Integrity, Accountability, Leadership, and Diversity.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Major Duties
The Deputy General Counsel (DGC) position is a Deputy Assistant Director-level position in the FBI. The DGC reports directly to the General Counsel and is responsible for management and direct oversight of the Litigation Branch, which is comprised of over 100 attorneys, paralegals and other professional staff, including two SES Section Chiefs and eight GS-15 Unit Chiefs.
The Litigation Branch consists of two Sections: Litigation (LitS) and the Discovery Oversight and Congressional Section (DOCS). LitS consists of two Civil Litigation Units, two Employment Law units, and one FOIA Litigation Unit. DOCS consists of two Discovery Units and the Congressional Oversight and Investigations Unit.
The Litigation Branch provides legal advice to the entire FBI, including the Director and other FBI HQ executives, as well as agents in the field, regarding litigation risk, personnel issues, training, security, employment law, external oversight, and internal investigations.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
The DGC serves as the senior executive responsible for the agency's civil litigation practice. The DGC oversees the defense of civil actions filed against the United States for the official acts of FBI employees, as well as individual-capacity claims against employees. The DGC coordinates national security litigation, lawsuits arising out of mass shootings and domestic terrorism incidents, and congressional and other demands for its sensitive information. The DGC also leads the employment law practice, counseling and defending the FBI and its executives. The DGC develops and maintains robust relationships with litigation partners at the Department of Justice, the U.S. Intelligence Community, and other government agencies.
Qualifications & Evaluations
The successful candidate will be an accomplished and well-rounded leader, manager, and attorney with strong communication (oral and writing), interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills. This is an executive management position in the FBI and OGC, and candidates must be able to hold employees accountable as well as develop and implement a strategic vision for the Branch and participate effectively in broader management decision-making for the FBI and OGC. Substantial civil litigation experience in the federal court system and experience with the Congressional oversight process is desirable. Additionally, candidates for this position must possess strong organization and collaboration skills.
Interested applicants must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, and be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia.
Applicants must be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction) in good standing and have at least 10 years post-J.D. experience. Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI’s Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement.
Executive Core Qualifications:
Please ensure you respond to each of the competencies. Failure to respond to the competencies will not allow you to submit your application.
1. Organizing and Planning - establish priorities, timetables, and goals/objectives; structure a plan of action for self and others; and develop both strategic and tactical plans.
2. Leadership - motivate and inspire others; develop and mentor others; gain the respect, confidence, and loyalty of others; articulate vision, give guidance and direct others in accomplishing goals.
3. Collaboration - establish contacts and interact effectively with external agencies, government officials, the media, the community, and internal bureau contacts; display professionalism while working with others to achieve common goals and proactively share information with others when appropriate.
4. Problem Solving/Judgment - critically evaluates conditions, events, and alternatives; identify problems, causes and relationships; base decisions or recommendations on data or sound reasoning; and formulate objective opinions.
5. Interpersonal Ability - establish and maintain rapport with management, colleagues and subordinates; recognize and show sensitivity to differences in the needs and concerns of others; mediate concerns between individuals and groups to settle disputes.
