ES-905
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
CRIMINAL DIVISION
NARCOTIC AND DANGEROUS DRUG SECTION
WASHINGTON, D.C.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER - 04-SES-CRM-05
About the Office: The Narcotic and Dangerous Drug Section core
function is to reduce the supply of illegal drugs in the United States by investigating
and prosecuting priority national and international drug trafficking groups and
by providing sound legal, strategic and policy guidance in support of that end.
Responsibilities and Opportunities Offered : The Narcotic and Dangerous Drug Section core function is to reduce the supply of illegal drugs in the United States by investigating and prosecuting priority national and international drug trafficking groups and by providing sound legal, strategic and policy guidance in support of that end.
The incumbent has both line and staff responsibilities for the litigation, special operations and wiretap team units and supports the law enforcement community involved in the counter-narcotic missions, including case coordination, intelligence sharing, resource assistance and expert advice. He/she will provide sound legal, strategic and policy guidance to client agencies to further multi-district cases of growing size and complexity.
In addition, the incumbent
- insures that Section attorneys are properly prepared
and trained to litigate complex matters, both in terms of their substantive knowledge
and strategic insights.
- insures that appropriate technology is utilized
in complex investigations
- assists and advises United States Attorneys in
the preparation of significant and complex narcotic prosecutions
- serves as a representative on a wide range of department, interagency and other committees and task forces.
Qualifications:
MANDATORY
QUALIFICATIONS
A. Executive/Managerial Requirements – For consideration,
applicants for this position must demonstrate successful performance and creative
leadership in prior managerial position(s). Applicants must provide a supplemental
narrative that demonstrates possession of competencies in the following Executive
Core Qualifications as established by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management
(OPM):
1) Leading Change: The ability to
develop and implement an organizational vision which integrates key national and
program goals, priorities, values, and other factors. Inherent to it is the ability
to balance change and continuity -- to continually strive to improve customer
service and program performance within the basic Government framework, to create
a work environment that encourages creative thinking, and to maintain focus, intensity
and persistence, even under adversity.
2) Leading
People: The ability to design and implement strategies which maximize employee
potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the organization's vision,
mission, and goals.
3) Results Driven:
Stresses accountability and continuous improvement. It includes the ability to
make timely and effective decisions and produce results through strategic planning
and the implementation and evaluation of programs and policies.
4) Business Acumen: The ability to acquire and administer human, financial,
material, and information resources in a manner which instills public trust and
accomplishes the organization's mission, and to use new technology to enhance
decision making.
5) Building Coalitions/Communication:
The ability to explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner,
and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. It also involves
the ability to develop an expansive professional network with other organizations,
and to identify the internal and external politics that impact the work of the
organization.
B. Professional/Technical Requirements - In addition to
the Executive/Managerial requirements, applicants for this position must also
provide a separate narrative that demonstrates strong professional/technical skills
as listed below:
1) Ability to formulate and
implement Departmental policies on all matters pertaining to assigned areas;
2) Thorough knowledge of Federal regulatory and investigatory agencies; on-going
programs and key national goals and priorities relating to domestic and international
narcotics law enforcement programs and policies;
3) Significant experience in supervising the development and prosecution of Federal
criminal cases and reviewing the work product of attorneys;
4) Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with the public,
members of Congress, and Federal officials involved in fraud cases and related
matters;
5) Extensive familiarity with CIPA and
the intelligence community issues.
6) Law degree
and Bar membership is required.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
A current or former federal prosecutor with at least seven to ten years experience.
EVALUATION METHODS:
Candidates will be evaluated on the qualifications identified above based on their total background, i.e., education, training, self-development, awards, outside activities, performance appraisal, as well as work history.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The managerial qualifications of a selectee who is not a current or former Senior Executive Service (SES) employee must be approved by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) before appointment. In addition, an individual entering the SES career service for the first time is subject to a one-year probationary period.
Travel: Domestic travel is possible.
Salary Information: ES-905- $104,927 - $145,600
Location: The position is located in Washington, DC
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses may be authorized.
Submission
Process and Deadline Date:
A. Applicants may choose one of three job application
procedures. You may:
(1) submit Optional Form (OF) 612, Optional Application for Federal Employment;
(2) a resume (please note that there are minimum requirements for resume content which are described in OPM Pamphlet OF-510, Applying for a Federal Job (copies of the OF-510 are available in most Federal agencies); or
(3) Standard Form 171, Application for Federal Employment.
B. To receive full consideration, applicants must submit a separate supplementary statement addressing each of the Executive/Managerial and Professional/Technical Requirements listed above.
C. To receive full consideration, applicants must submit a separate supplementary statement addressing each of the Executive/Managerial and Professional/Technical Requirements listed above.
Preference is to receive an application via e-mail CRIMINAL.CRMJOBS@USDOJ.GOV or faxed to (202) 353-0775.
Mailed applications should be sent to:
Criminal Division
Personnel Programs Staff
1400 New York Avenue, NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20530
Attn: Joel Mekler
For additional information contact: Joel Mekler, 202-514-9783
All applications must be received by midnight of the closing date which is November 5, 2004. Applicants must meet qualifications by the closing date of this announcement.
Internet Sites: www.usdoj.gov/criminal/index.html
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