DC Department of Human Resources
SUPERVISORY TRIAL ATTORNEY
DC Department of Human Resources, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Summary
Located in the nation's capital, the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is the chief legal office of the District of Columbia. The OAG enforces the laws of the District, defends, and provides legal advice to the District’s government agencies and protects the interests of the District’s residents. This position is located in the Civil Litigation Division.
The Civil Litigation Division is seeking a Section Chief for Section IV. The Division defends the District of Columbia, including its agencies, officers, and employees in civil lawsuits filed in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia that seek monetary damages, equitable remedies, and other relief.
Duties and Responsibilities The Section Chief will ensure proper case assignment and case transfers to and coverage by Assistant AGs to meet court, mediation, and other deadlines. They will review and approve pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery, and correspondence; evaluate cases for settlement purposes and authorize or recommend settlement amounts; monitor compliance of AAGs and staff with the Attorney General’s Performance Contract requirements; review litigation outcomes and make timely recommendations for appellate review; attend management meetings with the Deputy Attorney General and other OAG staff; and assist in interviewing, reviewing, evaluating, and disciplining AAGs and staff in accordance with D.C. Rules of Professional Conduct and OAG standards and policies. They must maintain required legal, management, inter‑agency, human‑relations, and management‑labor knowledge and skills, and disseminate timely, accurate, and up‑to‑date data on the Section’s activities.
Please note that the vacancy will remain open until filled, with screenings conducted every 10 days. Application must be completed in its entirety.
How to Apply
Cover Letter
Résumé
Legal Writing Sample
A List of Three Current References
Apply online and upload all documents as one combined PDF in the resume field. If experiencing issues, send the required documents to OAGrecruitment@DC.gov. Failure to submit the required documentation may result in non‑consideration of your application.
Qualifications and Education Incumbent must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association accredited law school at the time of appointment. The candidate must have considerable prior experience handling complex civil litigation, preferably including tort, employment, constitutional, and 1983 litigation, and excellent writing and editing skills. Prior managerial experience is preferred.
License and Certification The incumbent must be an active member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar or have the ability to waive admission and be admitted within 360 days of appointment. If not a current member, proof that the completed D.C. Bar application has been submitted must be provided.
Working Conditions / Environment Work is primarily performed in an office setting. It is largely sedentary, with some walking, handling, and carrying of light to moderately heavy objects such as case records, briefcases, and exhibits.
Other Significant Factors Pay Plan, Series and Grade:
Legal Supervisory Service – 905, LX‑01
Salary Range:
$151,000 – $171,000
Number of Vacancies:
One (1)
Tour of Duty:
Monday‑Friday; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
In‑person reporting with limited telework and flexible work schedules available upon eligibility.
Promotion Potential:
No known promotion potential.
Collective Bargaining Unit:
This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.
Position Designation:
Security‑Sensitive — subject to pre‑employment checks.
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information, or political affiliation.
Notice of Nondiscrimination In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2‑1401.01 et seq. (Act), the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that is also prohibited. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated, and violators will be subject to disciplinary action.
Official Job Offers Official job offers are to be made only by the Human Resources Section of the Office of the Attorney General.
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The Civil Litigation Division is seeking a Section Chief for Section IV. The Division defends the District of Columbia, including its agencies, officers, and employees in civil lawsuits filed in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia that seek monetary damages, equitable remedies, and other relief.
Duties and Responsibilities The Section Chief will ensure proper case assignment and case transfers to and coverage by Assistant AGs to meet court, mediation, and other deadlines. They will review and approve pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery, and correspondence; evaluate cases for settlement purposes and authorize or recommend settlement amounts; monitor compliance of AAGs and staff with the Attorney General’s Performance Contract requirements; review litigation outcomes and make timely recommendations for appellate review; attend management meetings with the Deputy Attorney General and other OAG staff; and assist in interviewing, reviewing, evaluating, and disciplining AAGs and staff in accordance with D.C. Rules of Professional Conduct and OAG standards and policies. They must maintain required legal, management, inter‑agency, human‑relations, and management‑labor knowledge and skills, and disseminate timely, accurate, and up‑to‑date data on the Section’s activities.
Please note that the vacancy will remain open until filled, with screenings conducted every 10 days. Application must be completed in its entirety.
How to Apply
Cover Letter
Résumé
Legal Writing Sample
A List of Three Current References
Apply online and upload all documents as one combined PDF in the resume field. If experiencing issues, send the required documents to OAGrecruitment@DC.gov. Failure to submit the required documentation may result in non‑consideration of your application.
Qualifications and Education Incumbent must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association accredited law school at the time of appointment. The candidate must have considerable prior experience handling complex civil litigation, preferably including tort, employment, constitutional, and 1983 litigation, and excellent writing and editing skills. Prior managerial experience is preferred.
License and Certification The incumbent must be an active member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar or have the ability to waive admission and be admitted within 360 days of appointment. If not a current member, proof that the completed D.C. Bar application has been submitted must be provided.
Working Conditions / Environment Work is primarily performed in an office setting. It is largely sedentary, with some walking, handling, and carrying of light to moderately heavy objects such as case records, briefcases, and exhibits.
Other Significant Factors Pay Plan, Series and Grade:
Legal Supervisory Service – 905, LX‑01
Salary Range:
$151,000 – $171,000
Number of Vacancies:
One (1)
Tour of Duty:
Monday‑Friday; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
In‑person reporting with limited telework and flexible work schedules available upon eligibility.
Promotion Potential:
No known promotion potential.
Collective Bargaining Unit:
This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.
Position Designation:
Security‑Sensitive — subject to pre‑employment checks.
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information, or political affiliation.
Notice of Nondiscrimination In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2‑1401.01 et seq. (Act), the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that is also prohibited. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated, and violators will be subject to disciplinary action.
Official Job Offers Official job offers are to be made only by the Human Resources Section of the Office of the Attorney General.
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