Trial Attorney

Summary

This job is open to the public and offers a salary range of $98,496 - $177,978 per year under the GS 13 - 15 pay scale. The position is located in Tyler, TX, with a 25% or less travel requirement. This is a full-time permanent position with a promotion potential to grade 15.

Location: Tyler, TX

Remote job: No

Telework eligible: No

Travel Required: 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Appointment type: Permanent

Work schedule: Full-time

Service: Excepted

Job family (Series): 0905 Attorney

Supervisory status: No

Security clearance: Not Required

Drug test: Yes

Position sensitivity and risk: NCS/High Risk

Trust determination process: Suitability/Fitness

Announcement number: USTP-24-12240164-DE

Control number: 765112700

Job Description

The Department of Justice, U.S. Trustee Program, is seeking an experienced attorney to oversee bankruptcy cases, litigate enforcement matters, oversee private trustees, handle appellate matters, and refer criminal conduct identified in connection with bankruptcy case oversight. The ideal candidate will have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school and at least two years of post-J.D. professional legal or other relevant experience advocating on behalf of clients and interpreting or applying provisions of the United States Bankruptcy Code.

• Oversee the administration of bankruptcy cases in the judicial districts.
• Litigate issues arising in chapter 11 proceedings and civil enforcement matters in consumer bankruptcy cases.
• Assist with appellate matters.
• Supervise private trustees and work with federal and state law enforcement partners to report criminal activity.
• Provide outreach to interested constituents and those involved in the bankruptcy system.
• Work on other national projects and priorities as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications: Applicants must demonstrate excellent academic and professional credentials; superior oral and written communication skills; outstanding legal research, analytical, and legal reasoning skills; and the ability to function with minimal guidance. Applicants must have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school and at least two years of post-J.D. professional legal experience. Applicants must be an active member of a state bar in good standing. Preferred qualifications include experience in bankruptcy and a commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is available for federal employees.
Eligibility for benefits: Depends on the type of position held and whether the position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Applicants must submit all required application materials electronically as a pdf file. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The specialized experience must be addressed in the resume to be considered. Evaluation will be based on meeting the required qualifications.

Required Documents

Interested candidates must submit ONE (1) PDF document containing a cover letter, a current resume, a short writing sample, DD Form 214 (if applicable), CTAP/ICTAP documentation (if applicable), and Schedule (A) documentation (if applicable) to [email protected] with the subject line "Trial Attorney-Tyler-12-2023."

How to Apply

To be considered for the position, applications must be submitted electronically as a PDF file to [email protected]. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Reference "Trial Attorney-Tyler-12-2023" in the subject line and cover letter. Relocation expenses or extended TDY will not be authorized.

Agency contact information

Ruth Ann Abrams
Email: [email protected]
Address:
Executive Office of the US Trustee Program
JMD Human Resources
2 Constitution Square
145 N Street NE
Washington, DC 20530
US

Next steps

For more information about the position and to apply, visit the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
Legal Careers | Trial Attorney | United States Department of Justice
https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/job/trial-attorney-4
USTP.USAJobs.gov