Offices, Boards and Divisions

Deputy Director

Department of Justice

Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Pay
$151,661 per year – $228,000 per year
Application deadline
Nov 30, 2026
Job level
ES-00 to ES-00
Schedule
1
Work style
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About this job

The Civil Division of the Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking individuals who wish to be considered for appointment to multiple Career Senior Executive Service Deputy Director vacancies within the Federal Programs Branch. The Branch defends the Executive Office of the President, the Cabinet, other government officials, and virtually all federal agencies and departments of the Executive Branch in district court cases challenging the legality of government policies and decisions.

How to apply

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Source and verification

Announcement ES-13101726-27-BLC is linked to its official USAJOBS record. USGovtJob is not affiliated with the U.S. government. Confirm details in the official announcement.

Last updated Nov 14, 2026. State codes in this announcement: IA.

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