Trial Attorney (Employment Law)

U.S. Trustee Program

Washington, DC

JobSummary

This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below: Legal Careers | Trial Attorney (Employment Law) | United States Department of Justice https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/trial-attorney-employment-law-2

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DJ/DJ11

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False

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public

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Attorney & Paralegal

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AgencyMarketingStatement

Are you interested in a rewarding and challenging career? Join the U.S. Department of Justice! The Department of Justice (DOJ) leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. As a Justice employee you'll be a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission. Read more about the exciting opportunities available. Mission: DOJ is to uphold the rule of law, to keep our country safe, and to protect civil rights. Core Values: Independence and Impartiality. DOJ works each day to earn the public's trust by following the facts and the law wherever they may lead, without prejudice or improper influence. Honesty and Integrity. DOJ's employees adhere to the highest standards of ethical behavior, mindful that, as public servants, we must work to earn the trust of, and inspire confidence in, the public we serve. Respect. DOJ's employees value differences in people and in ideas and treat everyone with fairness, dignity, and compassion. Excellence. DOJ works every day to provide the highest levels of service to the American people and to be a responsible steward of the taxpayers' dollars.

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About the Office The United States Trustee Program (USTP or Program) is a litigating component of the Department of Justice whose mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders, including debtors, creditors, and the public. The Program operates nationwide through 21 regions comprised of 82 field office locations and exercises broad administrative, regulatory, and enforcement authority in bankruptcy cases. Its responsibilities extend across chapter 7 and 13 consumer matters, chapter 12 family farmer cases, small business reorganizations, and complex chapter 11 corporate restructurings. The Office of the General Counsel, within the Executive Office for United States Trustees, oversees the Program's legal activities. OGC formulates and oversees the Program's national legal policies and litigation strategies before the bankruptcy courts and through the appellate process, implements the Program's legal priorities, resolves significant legal issues, and provides advice to staff on constitutional and administrative law issues. Job Description The Executive Of?ce for United States Trustees (EOUST), Of?ce of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking an experienced attorney to provide expert legal advice and guidance on employment law matters as well as other areas of administrative law including, ethics, information law, and federal tort claims. The individual selected for this position will be responsible for administrative litigation before the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and will serve as agency experts in personnel and employment law matters, including advising on disciplinary and other adverse actions. The selected individual will join a team of attorneys with subject matter expertise in various administrative law functions. As a Trial Attorney (Employment Law), GS-0905-14/15, duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Representing the USTP in actions before the MSPB, the EEOC, and other proceedings before an administrative body or a person having quasi-judicial power and providing litigation support to Department of Justice counsel who represent the USTP and its personnel in employment law matters before the federal District Court. Serving as a legal consultant and an expert on employment law issues concerning USTP operations. Providing senior management with expert legal advice and substantive recommendations regarding hiring, relocations, terminations, leave, employee conduct standards, and proposed disciplinary and corrective actions. Providing legal review of grievances and other employee complaints, claims, allegations and issues of entitlement. Providing advice and guidance on reasonable accommodations in compliance with federal disability and accommodation laws and regulations. Representing the USTP in EEO investigations and providing support and guidance to internal investigations involving employee complaints, whistleblower claims, and workplace misconduct. Reviewing for legal suf?ciency proposed adverse actions, other disciplinary measures, and other personnel actions based on misconduct and performance and ensuring actions are supported by admissible evidence or documentation and that the action is in full compliance with personnel laws, regulations, and applicable case law. Providing advice and training on all aspects of employee relations and employment law. Formulating legal policies, procedures, and objectives related to employee relations and employment law. Proactively recommending improvements to the USTP's employee relations and equal employment opportunity programs, in compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and Department and USTP policies. Providing legal assistance and advice in other areas of law including ethics, the Privacy Act, and the Freedom of Information Act. Performing other duties as assigned.

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Optional Narrative Statements: The following four narrative questions provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your commitment to public service to hiring managers and agency leadership. Although responses are optional and will not be scored, applicants are encouraged to address each question thoughtfully. Please limit each response to 200 words or fewer. At the beginning of your submission, please certify that the responses are your own work and that you did not use a consultant or any artificial intelligence (AI) tool, including large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT or Copilot. How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience. In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes. How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you and explain how you would help implement them if hired. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position. Evaluation Process A panel of subject matter experts will review applications to determine how well a candidate meets the minimum position quali?cations outlined above. If a candidate is deemed quali?ed, they will be contacted via email or telephone to schedule an interview. Interviews will be scored by a selecting committee and those who fall into the best-quali?ed category will be considered for the position.

HowToApply

Application Process This vacancy announcement is open to all U.S. CITIZENS. To apply, interested candidates must submit ONE (1) PDF document containing the following: A cover letter that highlights the applicant's interest in the position and details how all quali?cations are met; A current resume (not to exceed TWO (2) pages) that details months and years of education, employment, and earliest bar admission; IMPORTANT: Applicants with resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. A short writing sample, or an excerpt from a longer writing sample (under ten pages), that is exclusively or primarily the applicant's work and includes legal analysis; DD Form 214, Certi?cate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, Member 4 copy (if applicable); and CTAP/ICTAP documentation (if applicable). Email your PDF application package to ustp.employment@usdoj.gov with the subject line Trial Attorney-OGC-03-2026. Candidates who applied to the previous announcement (Job ID: Trial Attorney-OGC-02-2026) that closed on March 4, 2026 will be automatically considered and do not need to reapply.

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RequiredDocuments

It is your responsibility to carefully review the list of required documents below and submit the necessary documentation based on your eligibility. Resume Resume - All Applicants: You must submit a resume (a two page or less resume is required) containing the following pieces of information for each job entry listed in your employment history: Official position title, Employer name and contact information, Start and end dates (including month and year), Indicate full-time or number of hours worked per week if part-time, and A list of duties performed and accomplishments. Veterans' Preference documentation: If you are claiming veterans' preference you must submit: (1) a copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," (Member 4 copy), showing the dates of active duty, type of discharge, and character of service, OR (2) a certification letter from the armed forces that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. This letter must contain (a) military service dates including the expected discharge or release date and (b) character of service. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference as a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, in addition to the documents specified above, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF-15, and if applicable, a completed SF-15. CTAP/ICTAP eligibility documentation - If you are a displaced Federal employee claiming eligibility under CTAP or ICTAP, you must submit: A copy of the agency notice (i.e., letter of intent, separation notice, or agency RIF letter), Your most recent performance appraisal, and Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location. See USAJOBS' Career Transition Programs for more information.

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https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/

OtherInformation

Salary The possible salary range is on the General Schedule from GS-14 to GS-15. The annual salary will depend on the applicant's quali?cations, experience, and the locality pay adjustment for the duty station. Number of Positions 1 Travel Periodic travel is required depending on work assignments and training. Relocation Expenses Relocation expenses may be authorized to current USTP employees only, based on USTP policy.

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ustp.employment@usdoj.gov

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Not Required

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True