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Summary:
The organization is seeking a Supervisory Trial Attorney (Deputy Chief, International Unit) for the Criminal Division's Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section (MLARS). This position is located in Washington, DC and is responsible for supervising and managing the work of prosecutors in the International Unit. The International Unit handles complex international money laundering and asset forfeiture cases, as well as enforcing foreign court orders and managing the Department's Asset Forfeiture Program. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on high-profile cases and provide policy and litigation advice to other federal agencies and prosecutors.
Job Title: Supervisory Trial Attorney (Deputy Chief, International Unit)
Organization: Criminal Division (CRM)
Department: Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section (MLARS)
Job ID: 24-CRM-MLARS-037
Location: Washington, DC - United States
Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
About the Office:
The Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section (MLARS) leads the Department's anti-money laundering enforcement and asset forfeiture efforts. MLARS' mission is to take the profit out of crime and protect the . financial system. The organization investigates and prosecutes complex international money laundering and asset forfeiture cases, and is responsible for managing the Department's Asset Forfeiture Program. The organization is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who share their commitment to public service.
Job Description:
The Deputy Chief of the International Unit will be responsible for supervising and managing the work of prosecutors in the Unit. Duties include providing strategic advice to prosecutors, ensuring proper training and preparation for complex investigations and trials, overseeing civil and criminal forfeiture cases, and representing MLARS in inter-departmental and inter-agency meetings. The Deputy Chief will also provide recommendations and expert advice to the Chief and Principal Deputy Chief of MLARS and Department and Criminal Division leadership as needed.
Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a . or equivalent degree and be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney. To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least four years . legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level. Preference will be given to applicants with strong
