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Summary Department of Justice (DOJ) agencies post experienced attorney job announcements on the DOJ Careers page. Please visit DOJ Careers on this specific vacancy announcement. The DOJ typically hires hundreds of attorneys each year. WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: All groups of qualified individuals. Responsibilities This position is a Deputy Chief of Staff position, located within the Department of Justice (DOJ), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Office of the Administrator (A). This position serves as Attorney Advisor in the Office of the Administrator, focusing on the regulatory functions of the DEA. Serves as a close, confidential advisor to and representative of the Administrator. Following the direction of the Administrator, the incumbent is responsible for: Reviewing administrative cases; analyzing transcripts and records generated in connection with the administrative process; Performing legal analysis, research, and writing on administrative law issues; Working closely with the DEA Administrator and staff in the preparation of final orders for issuance by the Administrator. Do your career "Justice" by working with DOJ, which has been ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government. Come and join the nation's law enforcement agency, where our most important resource is our people. The Department leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. Become a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission. All applicants for employment with DEA must possess and maintain the highest levels of character and conduct. DEA will evaluate applicants' qualifications based on these qualities. Once a conditional offer is made, DEA will conduct a continuous evaluation of information, as it is obtained, to ensure that the prospective employees with DEA meet the agency-specific qualifications in the areas of character and conduct. To this end, an unfavorable decision in any of the areas that follow will be deemed as disqualifying: Drug Policy Requirements (as specified in this announcement), Credit History, Candor and Honesty, Work History, History with the Law, and other qualities that would detract from the integrity and efficiency of the DEA. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All applicants must be an active member of a bar in good standing (any jurisdiction) and possess: 1) a J.D. degree; 2) excellent academic credentials; 3) strong oral and written advocacy skills; 4) superior legal research and analytical skills; and 5) a demonstrated ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment. Five (5) years of legal experience is preferred, and experience in administrative law is also preferred but not required. Education Additional Information