Trial Attorney (Digital Currency)

Required Qualifications: Interested 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 be an active member of the bar in good standing. To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least four (4) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: independently performing legal analysis; composing pleadings, briefs and other court documents involving unique and/or difficult legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; conducting highly complex civil or criminal litigation; and leading paralegals and support staff. Preferred Qualifications: Qualifications will be further evaluated based upon the following: Extensive knowledge pertaining to digital currencies and blockchain technology. Knowledge of money laundering and asset forfeiture law. At least five (5) years’ trial experience as a prosecutor or trial attorney handling criminal matters. Experience investigating criminal matters involving complex or sensitive law enforcement techniques.
The incumbent of this position serves as a Trial Attorney for the Digital Currency Initiative in the Special Financial Investigations Unit of the Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section (MLARS).