This position is located in the Department of War (DoW), Office of the Chief Prosecutor (OCP) for Military Commissions. The OCP is responsible for recommending and prosecuting cases for trial before military commissions in accordance with the Military Commissions Act of 2009 The OCP is a component of the Office of Military Commissions and is comprised of the Chief Prosecutor, prosecutors, and other persons under the supervision of the Chief Prosecutor.
Key Responsibilities
Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: Serves as a senior prosecutor in the OCP Motions & Appeals Section, which provides motions research and drafting support, as well as appellate assistance and advocacy, in each of OCP's ongoing military commissions. Directly advises the Chief Prosecutor, Deputy Chief Prosecutors, Trial Counsel, and others on actual and potential appellate issues.
Coordinates, as appropriate, with the trial teams that originally prosecuted cases on appeal. Serves as a Senior Attorney for the organization and a foremost advisor to the Chief Prosecutor, Deputy Chief Prosecutors, and other senior DoW managers and staff about policy matters involving all aspects of prosecuting complex cases before military commissions. Mentors and serves as an advisor to less experienced attorneys.
This position is with Washington Headquarters Services, Department of Defense.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $143913 – $197200/yr.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-10-13.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
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