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Summary While this vacancy announcement expires 01/31/2025, the announcement may be closed at any time if a selection is made. This is a 24-month reimbursable assignment, with the possibility of extension with the approval of the originating and receiving component. Applicants must be a permanent DOJ employee and should receive supervisory approval before applying. This position is located in El Salvador, but may be moved to Washington, D.C. at a future date. Responsibilities The Criminal Division's Violent Crime and Racketeering Section (VCRS), headquartered in Washington, D.C., is seeking an experienced attorney to be stationed at the U.S. Embassy in San Salvador, El Salvador. As a Resident Attorney Advisor, the incumbent will: Coordinate activities with Criminal Division's Resident Legal Advisors (RLAs) and other Senior U.S. Law Enforcement Agents based in the Northern Triangle region, primarily El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras. Assess evidence and leads gathered on the international leaders of the La Mara Salvatrucha (MS-13) transnational criminal organization and other Central American-based transnational gangs from the work of the vetted police units working with HSl's Transnational Criminal Investigative Units (TCIUs) and FBl's Transnational Anti-Gang (TAG) Units. Assess evidence and leads gathered on MS-13 alien smuggling into the United States from the work of the TCIU vetted police units, in coordination with the TCIU HSI Agents. Compile actionable or potentially actionable evidence and leads on the international leaders of MS-13 and other Central American-based transnational gangs from Salvadoran, Honduran and Guatemalan prosecutors' offices, in coordination with the RLAs. Provide evidence and leads gathered from TAG vetted police units, TCIU vetted police units, Salvadoran, Honduran and Guatemalan prosecutors' offices, and any other law enforcement sources to VCRS. Follow up on any further information requests to leads developed and disseminated to U.S. law enforcement and prosecutors with Salvadoran, Honduran and Guatemalan authorities, in coordination with relevant TAG, TCIU, or RLA partners. Give advice and instructions to AUSAs and law enforcement agents and officers on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy. Promote, in collaboration with VCRS managers, the Section's program to foster effective national investigation and prosecution of organized crime and violent gang crime, including giving advice on strategy and legal complexities, and identifying and developing litigation priorities, policy, and legislative recommendations. Represent the interests of the Department of Justice by fostering communication and coordination between law enforcement agencies, as well as between United States Attorney's Offices (USAOs). Serve as a subject matter expert, participating in, and/or providing advice on, activities related to the investigation and litigation of organized crime and gang cases. 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. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Required Qualifications: To qualify for this position, applicants must possess ALL of the requirements below: Have a J.D. degree and at least four (4) years of post J.D. legal experience including four (4) years of federal judicial or prosecutorial experience; 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; and be an active member of the bar in good standing. The applicant must be a fluent Spanish speaker, as well as proficient in reading and writing Spanish. The applicant must be a permanent Department of Justice employee. Applicants must have or be able to obtain through their Component/ Agency and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the following areas is desired but not required: working as an Assistant United States Attorney or as a Federal Prosecutor for the Criminal Division; experience working in an Embassy and/or overseas environment; working on cases with international dimensions; extensive trial experience specifically in the areas listed above; and familiarity with criminal justice systems in Central and South America. Applicants should have a thorough understanding and practical knowledge of Department of Justice and other U.S. Government approaches and policies involving transnational crimes and security and justice sector development issues, including training and institution-building. The successful applicant should also have: The ability to function effectively in an international, multi-cultural environment; Excellent interpersonal and management skills; The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Extensive prosecution experience; Experience in bar activities, teaching, designing course curricula, and/or work with international development projects; Experience in developing and litigating federal criminal cases involving international extradition and mutual legal assistance; and Experience with judicial standards and judicial training. Education A J.D., or equivalent, degree. Applicants who possess an equivalent degree rather than a J.D. may be subject to additional review by the Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management. Additional Information Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement to fill vacancies that occur subsequent to this announcement. The Criminal Division participates in the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability (physical or mental), age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a parent, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, on the basis of personal favoritism, or any non merit factor. The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities. The Department 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 of Justice. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on DOJ's EEO policy can be found on our website. 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. 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