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Senior Deputy Chief (Health Care Fraud Section)

U.S. Department of Justice

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • $126,384–$197,200 Per Year

Highlights

We fulfill our mission by using advanced data-driven investigative techniques; coordinating with agencies responsible for administering taxpayer-funded programs; partnering with federal, tribal, state, territorial, and local law enforcement on fraud-fighting efforts; developing systems and processes that ensure efficient identification and investigation of fraud; and equipping prosecutors and law enforcement with state-of-the-art tools and resources needed to bring criminal actors to justice. As Senior Deputy Chief, the incumbent: Supervises and manages the work of the Section Trial Attorneys, Assistant Deputy Chiefs, and Deputy Chiefs responsible for particular aspects of the mission to ensure ongoing individual and team development, identify and correct deficiencies, and appropriately allocate personnel resources.

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LocationWashington, DC
Salary$126,384–$197,200 Per Year

Description

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 links below:

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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 links below:

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Overview

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Location

2 vacancies in the following location:

Location Negotiable After Selection

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Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $126,384 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 15

Promotion potential 15

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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 76% or greater - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

  • 0905 Attorney

Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

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

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  • Credentialing
  • Suitability/Fitness
  • National security

Financial disclosure required No

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Announcement number Fraud-27-13095956-DE Control number 889499500

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

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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.

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About the Office

The Department of Justices National Fraud Enforcement Division ("Fraud Division") investigates and prosecutes those who commit fraud against the American people. We fulfill our mission by using advanced data-driven investigative techniques; coordinating with agencies responsible for administering taxpayer-funded programs; partnering with federal, tribal, state, territorial, and local law enforcement on fraud-fighting efforts; developing systems and processes that ensure efficient identification and investigation of fraud; and equipping prosecutors and law enforcement with state-of-the-art tools and resources needed to bring criminal actors to justice. The Fraud Division works every day to protect the financial integrity of the United States of America, ensure the vibrancy of the American economy, and seek justice for victims of fraud. This posting is for Senior Deputy Chief positions within the Fraud Divisions Health Care Fraud Section. This announcement will be open until positions are filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning on or before October 21, 2026.

The Fraud Divisions Health Care Fraud Section is comprised of experienced white-collar prosecutors dedicated to prosecuting the nations most complex health care fraud matters and criminal conduct involving the illegal prescribing and dispensing of opioids and other controlled substances. The Sections core mission is to protect the public fisc, involving health care benefit programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE, and to protect patients from egregious fraudulent schemes that result in patient harm, including the overprescribing of controlled substances. The Section routinely prosecutes defendants who orchestrate schemes that result in the loss of hundreds of millions of dollars, the distribution of thousands of controlled substance pills, and complex money laundering, tax, and other associated financial crime offenses.

Job Description

The Fraud Division, U.S. Department of Justice is seeking qualified, experienced attorneys for permanent Senior Deputy Chief positions in the Health Care Fraud Section.

The Senior Deputy Chief position is responsible for the supervision of the Fraud Divisions most significant matters. The incumbent is also responsible for assisting in all aspects of Division leadership, and in the development and management of teams of prosecutors.

As Senior Deputy Chief, the incumbent:

  • Supervises and manages the work of the Section Trial Attorneys, Assistant Deputy Chiefs, and Deputy Chiefs responsible for particular aspects of the mission to ensure ongoing individual and team development, identify and correct deficiencies, and appropriately allocate personnel resources.
  • Assists and supports Fraud Divisions management by providing input on budget allocation, hiring, personnel disciplinary actions, technology, and various Department reporting responsibilities as they pertain to the program.
  • Develops and maintains the program to foster effective national investigation and prosecution of complex white collar and corporate investigations and prosecutions, including developing litigation priorities and policy and legislative recommendations.
  • Manages the Sections program to prosecute fraud-related matters, which includes investigations and prosecutions in partnership with U.S. Attorneys Offices, federal law enforcement agencies, civil regulatory partners, and foreign law enforcement officials.
  • Ensures that the Section and its staff execute the fraud enforcement strategy and accomplish the enforcement goals set by the Deputy Assistant Attorney General.
  • Advises Deputy Chiefs on strategic approaches to their cases. Advises high-level Department officials on matters relating to significant prosecutions and the Sections legal and policy work.
  • Serves as a liaison on cases and related matters between the Fraud Division and other DOJ components and U.S. Attorneys Offices, and with a variety of other criminal and civil enforcement agencies and officials on white-collar crime issues.
  • Represents the U.S. in direct negotiations and discussions with corporate counsel and high-level corporate officials.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be a United States Citizen or National.
  • You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
  • You may be required to complete a one-year probationary period. See "Additional Information" section for further details.
  • Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
  • Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: All applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, 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 five (5) years of post J.D. legal experience, to include at least five (5) years of federal prosecution experience; and have supervisory experience. Applicants must also be an active member of the bar in good standing.

Preferred Qualifications: Your qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following competencies:

  • Experience as a criminal prosecutor in federal or state court.
  • Experience as an attorney in private practice.
  • Experience with civil or criminal health care fraud matters.
  • Experience as a judicial law clerk.
  • Experience in U.S. District Court or state court.
  • Experience conducting investigations of organizations and entities, including corporations.
  • Experience training criminal prosecutors and investigators.
  • Experience working with law enforcement agencies.
  • Experience supervising federal prosecutors and non-attorney personnel.

Education

Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree.

Additional information

Salary

This is a permanent position at the GS-14 or GS-15 grade level. The salary range for this position will be based on the duty location. See OPMs Web page at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2026/general-schedule/

Number of Positions

One or more individuals may be selected from this announcement.

Travel

The amount of travel can be significant. Travel frequency and location vary and are based on the attorneys litigation schedule.

Relocation Expenses

Relocation expenses will not be 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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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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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.

Required documents

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For required documents, please go to the following link:

  • Legal Careers | Senior Deputy Chief (Health Care Fraud Section) | United States Department of Justice

How to Apply

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For information on how to apply, please go to the following link:

  • Legal Careers | Senior Deputy Chief (Health Care Fraud Section) | United States Department of Justice

Agency contact information

FRAUD Division

Email FRD.HR@usdoj.gov Address National Fraud Enforcement Division

950 Pennsylvania Ave NW

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 links below:

  • Legal Careers | Senior Deputy Chief (Health Care Fraud Section) | United States Department of Justice

This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.

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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For required documents, please go to the following link:

  • Legal Careers | Senior Deputy Chief (Health Care Fraud Section) | United States Department of Justice

How to Apply

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For information on how to apply, please go to the following link:

  • Legal Careers | Senior Deputy Chief (Health Care Fraud Section) | United States Department of Justice

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Agency contact information

FRAUD Division

Email FRD.HR@usdoj.gov Address National Fraud Enforcement Division

950 Pennsylvania Ave NW

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 links below:

  • Legal Careers | Senior Deputy Chief (Health Care Fraud Section) | United States Department of Justice

This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.

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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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