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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 link below:
Legal Careers | Attorney-Advisor (Ethics Attorney) | United States Department of Justice
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Summary
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 link below:
Legal Careers | Attorney-Advisor (Ethics Attorney) | United States Department of Justice
Learn more about this agency
Overview
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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/15/2026 to 06/12/2026
Salary $169,279 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade GS 15
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number JMD-DEO-26-12965204-DE Control number 869621300
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
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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
Duties
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About the Office
The incumbent serves in the Departmental Ethics Office (DEO) in the Justice Management Division (JMD). DEO administers the Department of Justices (DOJ) ethics program for the Assistant Attorney General for Administration, who serves as the Departments Designated Agency Ethics Official (DAEO). Among other responsibilities, DEO staff members provide advice and guidance to Department leadership, career employees, and managers on the interpretation and application of the ethics rules and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch. DEO also provides oversight of the ethics, financial disclosure, and Standards of Conduct training programs at DOJs components, including the FBI, Bureau of Prisons, U.S. Attorneys Offices, and U.S. Marshals Service.
Job Description
Among other responsibilities, DEO staff members provide ethics advice and support to various DOJ offices, including the Office of the Attorney General, Deputy Attorney General, Solicitor General, and the Justice Management Division. The incumbent serves as an ethics attorney and must have in-depth knowledge of Federal ethics laws and regulations. The selected attorneys work will include assisting Deputy DAEOs in the Departments components on matters relating to the Federal ethics program. The work of the attorney also includes communicating with ethics officials in the U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE), U.S. Office of Special Counsel, and other Executive Branch departments and agencies to address issues related to the Departments ethics program.
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Conditions of employment
Qualifications
Qualifications
Applicants must be:
1) A United States citizens;
2) Have a J.D. degree (or equivalent);
3) Be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) and have at least four (4) years of post-J.D. (or equivalent) experience in a Federal executive branch ethics office responsible for an agency or component ethics program, at least three (3) of which were equivalent to the GS-14 grade level or higher. While job duties need not have been exclusively related to ethics, at least 50% of work time must have been dedicated to applicable Federal executive branch ethics experience.
Applicable Federal executive branch ethics experience includes: independently performing legal analysis and composing memoranda or other documents on Federal ethics issues; providing legal advice to senior officials, managers, and employees on Federal ethics statutes and regulations; experience administering Federal financial disclosure requirements, including the use of Integrity or FDOnline; experience reviewing PAS nominee financial disclosure reports, advising nominees, and preparing nominee ethics agreements in coordination with the Office of Government Ethics; training Federal employees on the Standards of Conduct, ethics requirements, and related issues; experience preparing waivers under 18 U.S.C. § 208 and authorizations under 5 C.F.R. § 2635.502; experience advising on issues relating to the Hatch Act and the Foreign Gifts and Decorations Act; experience advising on DOJ supplemental regulations including 5 C.F.R. § 3801 and 28 C.F.R. § 45; experience responding to OGE-201 requests or requests under the FOIA for ethics related documents; experience advising on issues relating to 18 U.S.C. § 203 and §205; and, experience advising current and former employees on matters relating to 18 U.S.C. § 207.
DEO is looking for candidates with experience in as many of the areas listed in the preceding paragraph as possible. DEO is also interested in candidates with demonstrated ability to efficiently and thoroughly research and incisively analyze a wide variety of complex issues; express themselves clearly and persuasively orally and in writing; exercise sound judgment; manage a workload consisting of a number of varied projects, without specific guidelines and often with short deadlines; and contribute to and work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Education
Please refer to qualifications for education requirements.
Additional information
Salary
The salary range for the position is $169,279 - $197,200 (GS-15).
Number of Positions: 1
Travel: Travel is generally not required for successful performance of the duties of this position.
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized.
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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.
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All application materials must be in a single PDF document and should be emailed to Melissa Flagg, Deputy Director, Departmental Ethics Office, Justice Management Division, U.S. Department of Justice at: deo@usdoj.gov.
Subject line should read "Application for DEO Ethics Attorney - 2026."
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
When addressing the specialized experience statement, applicants must present evidence of the experience in their resume. If the specialized experience statement is repeated, in the applicants resume, Human Resources will deem the applicant as ineligible.
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required documents
Required Documents
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To apply, interested individuals must submit:
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
How to Apply
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All application materials must be in a single PDF document and should be emailed to Melissa Flagg, Deputy Director, Departmental Ethics Office, Justice Management Division, U.S. Department of Justice at: deo@usdoj.gov.
Subject line should read "Application for DEO Ethics Attorney - 2026."
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
No telephone calls please.
Agency contact information
Kim Hall
Email kim.r.hall@usdoj.gov Address Justice Management Division, Department Ethics Office
145 N ST NE
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
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 link below:
Legal Careers | Attorney-Advisor (Ethics Attorney) | United States Department of Justice
We strive to extend a final offer of employment within 90 days from the close of this announcement. Additional selections may be made from this announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
Help
To apply, interested individuals must submit:
Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
How to Apply
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All application materials must be in a single PDF document and should be emailed to Melissa Flagg, Deputy Director, Departmental Ethics Office, Justice Management Division, U.S. Department of Justice at: deo@usdoj.gov.
Subject line should read "Application for DEO Ethics Attorney - 2026."
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
No telephone calls please.
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Agency contact information
Kim Hall
Email kim.r.hall@usdoj.gov Address Justice Management Division, Department Ethics Office
145 N ST NE
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
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 link below:
Legal Careers | Attorney-Advisor (Ethics Attorney) | United States Department of Justice
We strive to extend a final offer of employment within 90 days from the close of this announcement. Additional selections may be made from this announcement.
Expand Hide next steps
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Offices, Boards and Divisions
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 youll 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.
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Agency contact information
Kim Hall
Email kim.r.hall@usdoj.gov Address Justice Management Division, Department Ethics Office
145 N ST NE
Washington, DC 20530
US
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Summary
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 link below:
Legal Careers | Attorney-Advisor (Ethics Attorney) | United States Department of Justice
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/15/2026 to 06/12/2026
Salary $169,279 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade GS 15
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number JMD-DEO-26-12965204-DE Control number 869621300
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