National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Trial Attorney

Department of Transportation

Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Pay
$121,785 per year – $197,200 per year
Application deadline
Nov 16, 2026
Job level
GS-13 to GS-15
Schedule
Full Time
Work style
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Application details, eligibility, and closing dates can change. Confirm them on the official USAJOBS announcement.

About this job

The Litigation & Enforcement Division of the Office of Chief Counsel handles a wide range of investigatory and litigation activities relating to motor vehicle safety as well as defensive litigation, rulemaking, and counseling.

How to apply

You must submit a complete application package (including the required documents specified below) no later than 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement by email to NCC100@dot.gov. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: COVER LETTER: (Limited to two pages) The cover letter should specifically address your interest in the position and why you believe your experience, skills, and interest in the position qualify you for the position in light of the duties and qualifications described in this job announcement. RESUME: (Limited to two pages) It must show education and relevant experience supporting your qualification for the position. Please send a traditionally formatted resume rather than a resume created within USA Jobs Resume Builder. PROOF OF ACTIVE BAR MEMBERSHIP IN GOOD STANDING. TRANSCRIPTS: Verifying that you meet the stated education requirements for the series. The transcripts need not be official. If you are having difficulty applying online, please email https://www.usajobs.gov/job/877872400.

Source and verification

Announcement NHTSA.CC-2027-0001 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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