The Department of Justice, Criminal Division investigates and prosecutes complex criminal matters and assists the United States Attorney's Offices in investigations, trials, and appeals. The Office of International Affairs returns fugitives to face justice, transfers sentenced persons to serve their sentences in their home countries, and obtains essential evidence for criminal investigations and prosecutions worldwide by working with domestic partners and foreign counterparts to facilitate the cooperation necessary to enforce the law, advance public safety, and achieve justice.
As an International Affairs Specialist, your responsibilities may include: Reviewing high volumes of U.S. and foreign requests for extradition, mutual legal assistance, and prisoner transfer to ensure that required documents are translated, authenticated, and submitted in accordance with U.S. law and applicable treaty provisions. Maintaining OIA's physical and electronic case records. Referring requests to U.S. government agencies and attorney's offices to obtain the evidence requested from foreign authorities. Analyzing documents received from foreign governments in criminal matters, including factual portions of legal assistance and extradition requests, often in the source language. Preparing clear and concise summaries of investigative reports, allegations, and facts in international criminal cases and prisoner transfer cases for attorneys' review. Utilizing open access legal databases to assist in gathering evidence (i.e. documents and investigative materials), and the U.S. Electronic Court Filing System (ECF) to conduct routine casework. Drafting proposed diplomatic correspondence; tracks treaty deadlines/prioritizes cases. Assisting attorneys and supervisors in drafting briefing papers for senior officials in preparation for bilateral and multilateral meetings with foreign counterparts. Communicating with representatives of U.S. private sector entities regarding the service of subpoenas and to review evidence to ensure compliance with U.S. legal process.
To Qualify at the GS-07: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 that demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in writing; translate or draft correspondence and other written materials; and analyze documents to ensure processes and procedures are followed. To Qualify at the GS-09: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 that demonstrates the ability to: analyze and draft clear and concise narratives, draw on disparate sources to identify salient facts; obtain, analyze, and interpret factual and statistical data; and apply basic knowledge of international affairs. To Qualify at the GS-11: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 that demonstrates the ability to: provide recommendations to senior personnel regarding potential courses of action; apply developed knowledge of international affairs and analyze legal documents to ensure compliance with U.S. law; and other applicable procedures. A combination of education & experience may be used to qualify for this position.
Applicants should email the below applicant materials to [email protected] with the subject International Affairs Specialist: Cover Letter Resume Transcripts Letter of Certification
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