About This Position
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, official announcement is on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below: United States Department of Justice National Security Division Office?? of Law & Policy?? Attorney Advisor Washington, D.C. GS-14/15 Reimbursable Detail Opportunity chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://dojnet.doj.gov/jmd/hr2/details/LP-Detail-Description-5-19-26.pdf
Qualifications
The Applicant must be a current Executive Branch attorney. Interested applicants must possess a J.D. degree, 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 have at least 3 years post J.D. experience.
Applicants must be an active member of the bar in good standing (in any jurisdiction).
Applicants must have a current performance appraisal of at least fully successful or excellent; and cannot be subject of a current or pending internal integrity or performance disciplinary action or investigation.
Applicants must possess a current Top-Secret/SCI security clearance or be able to obtain a TopSecret/SCI security clearance. Preference will be given to applicants with a current/active security clearance.
Major Duties
About the Division: The mission of the National Security Division is to protect the United States from threats to our national security by pursuing justice through the law. The NSD's organizational structure is designed to ensure greater coordination and unity of purpose between prosecutors and law enforcement agencies, on the one hand, and intelligence attorneys and the Intelligence Community, on the other, thus strengthening the effectiveness of the federal government's national security efforts. About the Section: The Law & Policy Section of the Office of Law & Policy develops and implements federal policy-both within the Department of Justice and with partner agencies across the Executive Branch-on a variety of national security issues, including intelligence activities, counterterrorism efforts, cyber matters, and issues relating to homeland defense and preparedness.
The Law & Policy Section also provides legal assistance and advice on matters of national security law. Job Description: The National Security Division's Office of Law & Policy is seeking an experienced attorney to serve in the position of Attorney Advisor. The Attorney will provide advice and analysis on legal and policy matters and will be involved in all aspects of developing federal policy on variety of national security issues.
The issues may include complex and highly sensitive matters relating to counterterrorism, counterintelligence, cyber matters, biological and chemical threats, and threats posed by emerging technologies, among others. The Attorney will be responsible for representing the Department at interagency policy meetings. Responsibilities may also include reviewing proposed legislation, coordinating legislative policy within the Division, and delivering technical assistance on proposed legislation to Congressional staff.
Education
Interested applicants must possess a J.D. degree, 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 have at least 3 years post J.D. experience.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Additional Information
Salary Information: This is a reimbursable detail. Under a detail assignment, there is no change the selectee's base pay. The individual selected ideally will begin the tour of duty in late July 2026, though the start date is negotiable. Location: Washington, D.C. Relocation Expenses: Extended travel expenses (TDY) or Temporary Change of Station (TCS) expenses are not available for this position. Relocation expenses are not authorized.
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience, a copy of your resume (not to exceed two pages), and a current performance appraisal to [email protected] with the subject line "L&P Detail - LAST NAME." No telephone calls please.
Required Documents
- A cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience, describing your interest in oversight and compliance, and explaining how your professional experiences relate to the qualifications listed above. - A copy of your resume. - A writing sample (we encourage you to submit a legal memorandum or brief). - A current performance appraisal (if a current performance appraisal is available).