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Attorney (Forensic Science)
Department of Justice
Federal Bureau of Investigation
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Forensic Science Law attorneys work on a day-to-day basis with renowned FBI Laboratory experts in a wide variety of forensic disciplines: DNA, explosives, trace evidence, code breaking, firearms, and more. Embedded within one of the largest and most comprehensive crime laboratories in the world, FSLU attorneys are experts in legal issues related to forensic science.
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Summary
Forensic Science Law attorneys work on a day-to-day basis with renowned FBI Laboratory experts in a wide variety of forensic disciplines: DNA, explosives, trace evidence, code breaking, firearms, and more. Embedded within one of the largest and most comprehensive crime laboratories in the world, FSLU attorneys are experts in legal issues related to forensic science.
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Accepting applications
Posted yesterday · Apply by 06/23/27
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 23, 2027
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Quantico, VA
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $143,913 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 14 - 15
Promotion potential 15
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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Financial disclosure required Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number DESTIMP-12993556-26-VL Control number 874202600
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Federal employees - Competitive service
Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.
Federal employees - Excepted service
Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.
Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Military spouses
Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.
Individuals with disabilities
Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.
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All U.S. Citizens.
Duties
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Duties for this position will include but are not limited to:
Other legal duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
The Department of Justice will approve candidates that are selected for this position.
Qualifications
GS-14: Applicants applying for the GS-14 must have 2.5 or more years post J.D. attorney experience.
GS-15: Applicants applying for the GS-15 must have 4 or more years of post J.D. attorney experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education
BASIC REQUIREMENT:
Positive Education Requirement: This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic requirement by submitting proof of J.D. degree and proof of good standing with a U. S. jurisdiction bar association. Please see the "Required Documents: section of this announcement for additional information.
Education: Applicant must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (or have a LLM degree or other graduate law school degree in additional to J.D.) and be an active member of a U.S. jurisdiction bar association.
Additional information
About the Office
The FBI's Office of the General Counsel (OGC) Forensic Science Law Unit (FSLU) is seeking a highly qualified attorney with an interest in DNA and significant prosecutorial experience to represent the FBI's cutting-edge Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) program. First used in 2018 to solve the Golden State Killer case, the IGG technique has grown to a nationwide investigative program of 200+ personnel that has solved more than 300 homicide and sexual assault cases to date. The program involves close collaboration with FBI CRM and the FBI Laboratory. This exciting and extremely rewarding portfolio involves a range of responsibilities, from advising on active criminal investigations, to providing critical advice to prosecutors across the country related to discovery and trial strategy, working with DOJ to develop legal strategy regarding legal process associated with the technique, and paving the way for courtroom admission of next generation of DNA evidence.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All applicants are rated on the following competencies:
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Required documents
Required Documents
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Your cover letter and resume, not to exceed 2 pages.
A writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages.
Proof of current and active bar association membership.
Copy of Law School Transcripts5. Current SF-50 (if external government employee).
DD 214 (proof of Veteran's Preference).
Please Note: FBI employees currently assigned to a General Attorney position do not need to provide Law School Transcripts or Proof of Bar association Membership.
Step 1: Create a new email and attach all required electronic documents. Include contact information (phone number) and a brief introduction (2-3) sentences in the body of the email.
Step 2: Title the subject of the email using the following format, indicating whether you are an internal or external candidate. (Example: OGC_FSLU_2026_External/Internal).
Step 3: Submit the completed application email to OGC-JOBS@fbi.gov
How to Apply
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To apply for the Attorney (Forensic Science) position, please click here.
Agency contact information
OGC Jobs
Email ogc-jobs@fbi.gov Address Federal Bureau of Investigation
935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20535
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, the FBI will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. You will be notified of your status throughout the application process.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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Your cover letter and resume, not to exceed 2 pages.
A writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages.
Proof of current and active bar association membership.
Copy of Law School Transcripts5. Current SF-50 (if external government employee).
DD 214 (proof of Veteran's Preference).
Please Note: FBI employees currently assigned to a General Attorney position do not need to provide Law School Transcripts or Proof of Bar association Membership.
Step 1: Create a new email and attach all required electronic documents. Include contact information (phone number) and a brief introduction (2-3) sentences in the body of the email.
Step 2: Title the subject of the email using the following format, indicating whether you are an internal or external candidate. (Example: OGC_FSLU_2026_External/Internal).
Step 3: Submit the completed application email to OGC-JOBS@fbi.gov
How to Apply
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To apply for the Attorney (Forensic Science) position, please click here.
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Agency contact information
OGC Jobs
Email ogc-jobs@fbi.gov Address Federal Bureau of Investigation
935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20535
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, the FBI will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. You will be notified of your status throughout the application process.
Expand Hide next steps
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Federal Bureau of Investigation
The FBI's mission is to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the United States. We employ 38,000 people at locations around the globe. In addition to our Headquarters in Washington, D.C., we have 56 Field Offices in major U.S. cities, plus more than 350 satellite offices, called resident agencies, in cities and towns across the nation. In addition, we have more than 60 international offices, called legal attaches (legats), in U.S. embassies worldwide.
Agency contact information
OGC Jobs
Email ogc-jobs@fbi.gov Address Federal Bureau of Investigation
935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20535
US
Summary
Forensic Science Law attorneys work on a day-to-day basis with renowned FBI Laboratory experts in a wide variety of forensic disciplines: DNA, explosives, trace evidence, code breaking, firearms, and more. Embedded within one of the largest and most comprehensive crime laboratories in the world, FSLU attorneys are experts in legal issues related to forensic science.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Posted yesterday · Apply by 06/23/27
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 23, 2027
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Quantico, VA
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $143,913 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 14 - 15
Promotion potential 15
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Financial disclosure required Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number DESTIMP-12993556-26-VL Control number 874202600
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