The Violent Crime and Racketeering Section (VCRS) is a specialized group of prosecutors charged with developing and implementing strategies to disrupt and dismantle regional, national and international gangs and organized crime groups.
VCRS, in partnership with United States Attorney's Offices, prosecutes significant Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO), Violent Crimes in Aid of Racketeering (VICAR) and violent crime cases against the most dangerous criminal groups in the U.S.
The Criminal Division, U.S. Department of Justice, is seeking qualified, experienced attorneys for permanent positions in the Violent Crime and Racketeering Section located in Washington, D.C. The incumbent independently directs, conducts, and monitors investigations, prepares and conducts trials, and advises on strategies and tactics relating to the prosecution of organized crime. As a Trial Attorney, the incumbent: Partners with Assistant U.S.
Attorneys ("AUSAs") in the development and management of organized crime and gang investigations and prosecutions. Engages in all phases of investigation and litigation, including, but not limited to, the use of grand jury, advising federal law enforcement agents, preparing appropriate pleadings, and litigating motions, and serving as counsel in trials, sentencings, and other matters before U.S. District Courts across the country.
Gives advice and instructions to AUSAs on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy. Promotes, in collaboration with VCRS managers, the Section's program to foster effective national investigation and prosecution of organized crime and violent gang crime, including giving advice on strategy and legal complexities, and identifying and developing litigation priorities, policy, and legislative recommendations.
Represents the interests of the Department of Justice by fostering communication and coordination between law enforcement agencies, as well as between United States Attorney's Offices (USAOs). Serves as a subject matter expert, participating in, and/or providing advice on, activities related to the investigation and litigation of organized crime and gang cases.
A J.D., or equivalent, degree. Applicants who possess an equivalent degree rather than a J.D. may be subject to additional review by the Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management.
criminal.crmjobs@usdoj.gov · (202) 514-0361
This position is with Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice.
The posted pay range is $121785 – $197200/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-25.
This position is open under the 'Disability' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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