Deputy Assistant Attorney General (Operations)

About the role

The Department of Justice's National Fraud Enforcement Division investigates and prosecutes fraud against the American people by using advanced data-driven investigative techniques; coordinating with agencies responsible for administering taxpayer-funded programs; partnering with federal, tribal, state, territorial, and local law enforcement on fraud-fighting efforts; developing systems and processes that ensure efficient identification and investigation of fraud.

What you will do

• This position is located at the Department of Justice Headquarters in Washington D.C. The Deputy Assistant Attorney General (DAAG), Operations, serves as the principal executive responsible for directing the Division's operational infrastructure, administrative management systems, and mission support functions.
• The incumbent provides executive leadership and oversight of the Division's internal operations, including Administration, Litigation Support, Information Technology, Victim Services, and the Office of the Chief Scientist.
• The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that personnel, financial resources, technology platforms, scientific capabilities, records management systems, and operational support services effectively support the Division's nationwide enforcement mission.
• The incumbent provides executive direction over the execution of established Department policies and management programs and is accountable for organizational effectiveness, operational readiness, resource stewardship, and program performance.
• Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: Serves as the principal executive advisor to the Assistant Attorney General on operational management, organizational effectiveness, resource utilization, and mission support functions.
• Provides executive leadership for Division-wide administrative and operational support programs.
• Establishes operational objectives, performance measures, management controls, and accountability systems supporting mission execution.
• Directs implementation of Department-wide management initiatives, operational policies, and organizational performance programs.
• Evaluates operational risks, resource requirements, workforce capacity, and organizational readiness.
• Leads strategic planning efforts related to infrastructure, workforce management, technology modernization, and operational support services.
• Oversees the efficient utilization of personnel, funding, facilities, technology, and operational assets.
• Establishes management controls and internal review processes to ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and Department requirements.
• Provides executive oversight of workforce planning, succession management, organizational design, and personnel administration activities.
• Oversees electronic discovery operations, document management, records administration, evidence management, litigation technology services, and analytical support activities.

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Veterans' preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st, 1959.
• Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check for the security level designated for this position.
• You will be required to undergo a drug screening and obtain favorable results prior to being appointed.
• You may be subject to a one-year probationary period effective from the date in which you are appointed.
• This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) upon entry, and annually thereafter in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• You must meet all minimum qualifications to be deemed eligible.
• Only experience obtained by closing date of this announcement will be considered.
• As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Mandatory Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

How you will be evaluated

Only experience obtained by the 11:59pm EST on the closing date (09/22/2026) of this announcement will be considered. Once this announcement closes the following will occur: A review of your resume, clear evidence of the 5 ECQs and MTQs, and supporting documentation will be conducted by the HR Specialist.

Applicants deemed minimally qualified will be referred to an Executive Resources Board (ERB) to further evaluate applications. The ERB will further evaluate applications to determine the best qualified applicants for referral to the hiring official. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring official and may be invited to participate in a structured interview.

Interviews may be in a virtual setting or in person at DOJ offices.

The selectee will receive a tentative offer from the agency; however, before an agency can appoint a new Senior Executive Service member, the selected individual will be subject to further evaluation through a Structured Interview by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) as required by law.

OPM must review the executive qualifications of each new career appointee to the Senior Executive Service (SES) prior to appointment.

NOTE: You MUST address all MTQs as required above, but do not need to address the ECQs if you: Are currently serving under a career SES appointment; Are eligible for reinstatement into the SES; or Have successfully completed a SES Candidate Development Program and been certified by Office of Personnel Management (OPM).

Proof of Qualifications Review Board (QRB) certification must be provided in your application.

Documents you must provide

• - Complete Resume that addresses the MTQs and ECQs.
• Your resume must not exceed (2) pages. - Recent SF-50 that shows Official Title, Salary, Grade Level, Status and (for current or former federal employees) - Recent Performance Appraisal (for current or former federal employees) - Provide certification of OPM QRB approval (for graduates of SES Candidate Development Programs) - Other supporting documentation as required.

What to expect next

Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.

Additional information

EEO Policy Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

The complete DOJ EEO Statement/Policy is found at: *** Reasonable Accommodation Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly.

Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The U.S. Department of Justice fosters an inclusive and diverse workforce, find our EEO statement online at: ***

Legal and Regulatory Guidance Social Security Number - Your Social Security Number may be requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name.

As allowed by law or Presidential directive, your Social Security Number is used to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks, and others who may know you. Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.

Signature - Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application. False Statements - If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.

Selective Service - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.