Duties
The Deputy Assistant Attorney General (DAAG) acts as consultation and advisor on those questions of major policy and matters that require the personal attention of the AAG. They are also responsible for the direct supervision of assigned Division sections, including the Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training (OPDAT), the International Criminal Investigative Training and Assistance Program (ICITAP), and the Office of International Affairs (OIA).
The Deputy Assistant Attorney General:
- Ensures that Sections under their direction are properly aligned and focused on outcomes that support the Attorney General's strategic goals and Administration priorities. Confers with and advises the Section under their supervision on the development of business plans that define core functions and responsibilities; outlines proposed changes in program priorities, direction and orientation; and identifies solutions for accomplishing the Division's mission.
- Plays an active role in sensitive policy formulation and oversees the investigation and prosecution of cases under their supervision. Provides legal guidance that reflects a thorough knowledge of highly specialized areas under their purview.
- Supervises the analysis and review of proposed or pending legislation for possible impact on the work of their Sections.
- Represents the AAG in matters relating to designated program areas; on various interdepartmental committees or activities; and with members of Congress and their staffs. Maintains close relationships with investigative agencies. Testifies before Congress and speaks publicly on matters relating to designated program areas.
- Serves as an advocate for the financial, human, and technical resource allocations to the Sections under their leadership. Works closely with responsible Sections to ensure that resource enhancements necessary for proposed priorities are identified.
- Monitors activities to ensure that resources appropriated by Congress are properly obligated and effectively monitored to accomplish strategic and annual performance goals.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
- If the selectee is not a current employee of the U.S. Department of Justice, they will be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
- The managerial qualifications of a selectee who is not a current or former career Senior Executive Service (SES) employee must be approved by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) before appointment.
- Individuals entering the SES career service for the first time are subject to a one-year probationary period.
- You must be a United States Citizen.
- Veterans' preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
- Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st, 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
- You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check for the security level designated for this position.
Qualifications
The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. Applicants must show clear evidence of their demonstrated leadership ability by addressing the Executive Core Qualifications(ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) embedded within their resume. The resume-based application must not exceed 2 pages (1-sheet double-sided or 2 sheets one-sided)
**Note: Applicants who have completed the SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and have had their ECQs certified by OPM must provide a copy of their certificate as part of their application. Candidates must still satisfy the MTQs of the position.
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) related to this position within your resume - Resumes over the 2-page limit will be deemed ineligible and will not receive further consideration. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.
We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions. You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the Deputy Assistant Attorney General. Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
For this position, the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) have been established and should be addressed within the resume application.
- MTQ1: Significant experience in supervising the development and prosecution of criminal cases involving international issues and related interagency coordination.
- MTQ2: Knowledge of key national goals and priorities regarding international cooperation in criminal cases.
- MTQ3: Significant experience establishing and maintaining harmonious relationships with foreign partners and Federal officials.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):
All new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and MTQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.
- ECQ1 - Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: Involves demonstrating knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
- ECQ2 - Driving Efficiency: Involves demonstrating the ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
- ECQ3 - Merit and Competence: Involves demonstrating knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
- ECQ4 - Leading People: Involves demonstrating the ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
- ECQ5 - Achieving Results: Involves demonstrating the ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
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
The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. 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. 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.
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Legal and Regulatory Guidance
- Social Security Number - Your Social Security Number may be requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. As allowed by law or Presidential directive, your Social Security Number is used to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks, and others who may know you.
- Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.
- Signature - Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application.
- False Statements - If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.
- 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.
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.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Only experience obtained by the 11:59pm EST on the closing date (11/12/2026) of this announcement will be considered.
Once this announcement closes the following will occur:
- A review of your resume, clear evidence of the 5 ECQs and MTQs, and supporting documentation will be conducted by the HR Specialist.
- Applicants deemed minimally qualified will be referred to a Qualifications Review Panel (QRP) to further evaluate applications.
- The QRP will further evaluate applications to determine the best qualified applicants for referral to the hiring official.
- Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring official and may be invited to participate in a structured interview. Interviews may be in a virtual setting or in person at DOJ offices.
- The selectee will receive a tentative offer from the agency; however, before an agency can appoint a new Senior Executive Service member, the selected individual will be subject to further evaluation through a Structured Interview by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) as required by law. OPM must review the executive qualifications of each new career appointee to the Senior Executive Service (SES) prior to appointment.
NOTE: You MUST address all MTQs as required above, but do not need to address the ECQs if you:
- Are currently serving under a career SES appointment;
- Are eligible for reinstatement into the SES; or
- Have successfully completed a SES Candidate Development Program and been certified by Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
Proof of Qualifications Review Board (QRB) certification must be provided in your application.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Complete Resume that addresses the MTQs and ECQs. Your resume must not exceed (2) pages.
- Recent SF-50 that shows Official Title, Salary, Grade Level, Status and (for current or former federal employees).
- Recent Performance Appraisal (for current or former federal employees).
- Provide certification of OPM QRB approval (for graduates of SES Candidate Development Programs).
- Education Transcripts demonstrating a J.D. or equivalent degree.
- Proof of active bar membership.
- Other supporting documentation as required.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.