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Summary Apply now for an exciting opportunity at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). With an expanded mission and authority to include oversight of the swap markets, the CFTC continues to protect the American public by promoting market integrity, transparency and preventing and prosecuting fraud, manipulation and other abuse in the futures and options markets. Please visit www.cftc.gov to learn more about the CFTC. Responsibilities This position is located in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Litigation, Enforcement and Adjudication Branch. The Litigation, Enforcement and Adjudication Branch represents the Commission in the U.S. Courts of Appeals, District Courts, Bankruptcy Courts, and various administrative bodies. OGC Litigation staff represents the Commission principally in challenges to agency actions under the Administrative Procedure Act, appeals of CFTC enforcement actions, subpoenas directed to the CFTC, derivatives-industry bankruptcies, and as amicus curiae in a range of matters. The Branch also advises the Commission in the review of decisions issued by the Office of Proceedings. As an attorney in the Litigation, Enforcement and Adjudication Branch, you will be responsible for: Developing case strategy, briefing and arguing cases in the federal district courts and courts of appeals in which the Commission is a party or amicus. Researching and analyzing applicable statutes, regulations, and case law involving complex and sometimes novel legal theories and advising the Commission of the same. Performing substantive review, on behalf of the Office of General Counsel, of litigation or proposed settlement of litigation proposed by the Division of Enforcement under the CEA and CFTC Regulations. Drafting memoranda and proposed orders recommending disposition of appeals from the Office of Proceedings. Handling subpoenas issued to the Commission for document production and testimony. Representing the agency in labor matters, including issues arising under the collective bargaining agreement or in the Federal Service Impasses Panel or the Federal Labor Relations Authority. Representing the agency in employment matters, including matters before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the Merit Systems Protection Board. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Favorable Background/Security Investigation Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered for Selective Service May be subject to a two-year trial period. You must be an active member of the bar in good standing. Applicants are responsible for citing minimum qualifications such as JD and/or LLM equivalent and Bar membership information (institution name, state for bar, and dates) on their respective resumes. Failure to supply details will result in an incomplete application. Qualifications To qualify for the CT-15, applicants must possess all of the following: Juris Doctor (J.D.); and Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty); and Five years of relevant legal experience after completion of law school. Relevant legal experience is defined as attorneys, law clerk, or other legal experience which was obtained after graduation from a law school. Legal and non- legal experience gained in the Federal government or private sector prior to completing a law degree cannot be used to satisfy the legal experience requirement. Work while in law school does not count. Qualifying experience may include: Mastery of the field of law and expert knowledge of the controlling statutes, and case law pertaining to the subject-matter of assigned particular issues sufficient to conduct research into extremely complex legal issues and to develop new legal theories and opinions which may alter the state of the law in the particular area or expand the charter of the agency. Education Successful completion of a full course of study (J.D.) in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA). To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criterion, see www.ed.gov. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional Information All employees are required to follow the Agency’s telework policy. If selected, you will be required to report to your assigned duty station to complete all onboarding procedures. Relocation: Relocation expenses will not be paid. Trial Period: You may be subject to a two-year trial period, if applicable. This is not a Bargaining Unit Position. This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions. The law prohibits public officials from appointing, promoting, or recommending their relatives. The law prohibits requesting, making, transmitting, accepting, or considering political recommendations for employment or other personnel actions for non-political positions. This includes recommendations from Members of Congress, Congressional employees, elected state or local officials, and political party officials and any recommendation based on party affiliation.