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Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer/Chief Science and Technology Advisor

Department of Justice

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Office of Legal Policy (OLP)

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Summary

The Office of Legal Policy (OLP) supports the Attorney General in judicial selection processes and coordinates regulatory review across DOJ components. OLP also advances technical, scientific, and data-informed policy capacity in support of DOJs mission to uphold the rule of law, protect civil rights, and ensure national security.

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Summary

The Office of Legal Policy (OLP) supports the Attorney General in judicial selection processes and coordinates regulatory review across DOJ components. OLP also advances technical, scientific, and data-informed policy capacity in support of DOJs mission to uphold the rule of law, protect civil rights, and ensure national security.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

05/21/2026 to 06/05/2026

Salary $151,661 - $228,000 per year Pay scale & grade ES 00

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Senior Executive

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status Yes Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

Trust determination process

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness
• National security

Financial disclosure Yes Bargaining unit status No

Announcement number 26-JMD-OLP-12929293-SES Control number 870136500

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Senior executives

Individuals looking for an executive-level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

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All U.S. Citizens, Senior Executive Service, and those Federal Employees in an Excepted or Competitive Service Status.

Duties

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This position is located in the Office of Legal Policy (OLP), U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). OLP develops and implements significant Department policy initiatives; coordinates regulatory actions across DOJ components; manages special projects implicating multiple components; and serves as the principal policy advisor to the Attorney General and Deputy Attorney General.

The Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO)/Chief Science and Technology Advisor (CSTA) serves as the Departments senior executive advisor on artificial intelligence (AI), emerging technologies, science, data, forensic technology, and related technological innovation. The incumbent is the principal official responsible for coordinating enterprise AI governance, promoting responsible innovation, managing AI risk, and ensuring compliance with applicable law and federal policy guidance.

The CAIO/CSTA represents DOJs science and technology objectives to federal interagency bodies, industry, academia, international partners, and the public. The position reports to the Assistant Attorney General for OLP or as otherwise delegated.

1. Serves as the Departments senior executive authority for AI and science policy integration

2. Provides executive direction to enable responsible AI innovation

3. Leads enterprise-level AI risk management and oversight

4. Serves as DOJs senior science and technology executive

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Conditions of Employment:

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• 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.
• You will be required to undergo a drug screening and obtain favorable results prior to being appointed.
• You may be subject to a one-year probationary period effective from the date in which you are appointed.
• This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) upon entry, and annually thereafter in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• You must meet all minimum qualifications to be deemed eligible. Only experience obtained by closing date of this announcement will be considered.

As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Mandatory Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications.

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 the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) embedded within their resume. The resume-based application should not to 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.

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 Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer/Chief Science and Technology Advisor. Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess.

ECQ1 - COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND THE PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING. Demonstrated 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. Demonstrated ability to strategically and sufficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.

ECQ3 - MERIT AND COMPETENCE. Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

ECQ4 - LEADING PEOPLE. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organizations vision, mission, and goals; To drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture.

ECQ5 - ACHIEVING RESULTS. Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to state goals from superiors.

For this position, the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) have been established and should be addressed within the resume application.

MTQ 1: Demonstrated executive-level expertise in artificial intelligence governance, evaluation, and enterprise implementation, including oversight of AI, data, or IT modernization initiatives in complex organizations. Must possess deep technical knowledge of AI lifecycle management, model evaluation methodologies, risk mitigation, explainability, bias assessment, human-in-the-loop review processes, and responsible AI governance frameworks. Experience applying cross-functional expertise in mission alignment, data analytics, procurement, and AI enablement to implement large-scale AI strategies, operationalize federal AI policy requirements, and ensure secure, ethical, and trustworthy AI deployment is required.

MTQ 2: Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-wide technology and innovation initiatives within complex investigative, legal, regulatory, national security, or prosecutorial environments. Must possess the ability to align advanced AI capabilities with operational mission requirements, including lawful and effective support for investigations, litigation, intelligence, enforcement, or prosecutorial functions. Experience providing strategic leadership to multidisciplinary teams, coordinating across executive-level stakeholders, influencing organizational priorities, and representing organizational interests in interagency or government-wide technology initiatives is required.

MTQ 3: Experienced with a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams and driving enterprise-wide initiatives. Skilled in providing strategic direction, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and influencing organizational priorities to advance innovation and achieve mission-critical goals. Adept at managing complex projects and promoting responsible technology adoption at scale.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement; however, an advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Statistics, or related field is highly desired.

Additional information

EEO Policy Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor. The complete DOJ EEO Statement/Policy is found at: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/page/file/1394116/download.

Reasonable Accommodation

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The U.S. Department of Justice fosters an inclusive and diverse workforce, find our EEO statement online at: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/reasonable-accommodation#policy.

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.

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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.

Only experience obtained by the 11:59pm EST on the closing date (06/05/2026) 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 an Executive Resources Board (ERB) to further evaluate applications.
• The ERB 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.

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.

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Required Documents

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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
• Other supporting documentation as required.

How to Apply

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To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.

Failure to submit a complete application (resume and all supporting documents) by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 06/05/2026 may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully as missing application information will not be requested. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

If more than one resume is received, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.

The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Do not email or send hard copy resumes/applications to the Contact Information or Agency Information listed in this vacancy announcement. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will be destroyed and will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

Agency contact information

Christina Hanson

Phone 202-425-2174 Email christina.hanson@usdoj.gov Address Office of Legal Policy

950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20530

US

Next steps

Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.

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

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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
• Other supporting documentation as required.

How to Apply

Help

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.

Failure to submit a complete application (resume and all supporting documents) by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 06/05/2026 may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully as missing application information will not be requested. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

If more than one resume is received, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.

The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Do not email or send hard copy resumes/applications to the Contact Information or Agency Information listed in this vacancy announcement. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will be destroyed and will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

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Agency contact information

Christina Hanson

Phone 202-425-2174 Email christina.hanson@usdoj.gov Address Office of Legal Policy

950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20530

US

Next steps

Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.

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

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• Independence and Impartiality. The Justice Department works each day to earn the publics trust by following the facts and the law wherever they may lead, without prejudice or improper influence.
• Honesty and Integrity. The Justice Departments 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. The Justice Departments employees value differences in people and in ideas and treat everyone with fairness, dignity, and compassion.
• Excellence. The Justice Department works every day to provide the highest levels of service to the American people and to be a responsible steward of the taxpayers dollars.

Agency contact information

Christina Hanson

Phone 202-425-2174 Email christina.hanson@usdoj.gov Address Office of Legal Policy

950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20530

US

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Summary

The Office of Legal Policy (OLP) supports the Attorney General in judicial selection processes and coordinates regulatory review across DOJ components. OLP also advances technical, scientific, and data-informed policy capacity in support of DOJs mission to uphold the rule of law, protect civil rights, and ensure national security.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

05/21/2026 to 06/05/2026

Salary $151,661 - $228,000 per year Pay scale & grade ES 00

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Senior Executive

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status Yes Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

Trust determination process

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness
• National security

Financial disclosure Yes Bargaining unit status No

Announcement number 26-JMD-OLP-12929293-SES Control number 870136500

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