Assistant General Counsel (Administrative Law)

Assistant General Counsel (Administrative Law)

Department: Department of Justice

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $102415 - $197200 Per Year

Job Summary: Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Major Duties:

• The mission of the Legislative and Correctional Issues Branch (LCI) is to provide legal assistance in correctional issues such as inmate rights and conditions of confinement, sentence computations, medical and mental health issues, inmate safety issues, drafts and reviews legislation that might affect BOP operations, and coordinates BOP rule-making process. The incumbent works with and advises senior leaders, supervisors, and staff concerning legal aspects of, and the interpretation, applicability, and compliance with state and federal statutes and regulations, and constitutional provisions relating to the confinement of inmates. The incumbent will work closely with Departmental officials, the United States Attorneys Office and officials in other Executive Branch on statutory matters that affect the BOP and to resolve correctional issues. The attorney will work with Bureau of Prisons staff, from other divisions, Department of Justice attorneys, and representatives from other federal agencies with respect to administrative law matters. The practice areas related to this position are: Government Contracts, Fiscal Law/Appropriates, and Intellectual Property.

Qualifications: Applicants must have a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction). Preferred qualifications: Prior experience in correctional law is preferred, but not required.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, resume (not to exceed two pages), writing sample, and a list of legal references by March 27, 2026 to Paul Irby, Associate General Counsel, at pirby@bop.gov. Please include in the subject line "LCI Assistant General Counsel." Applications must be received on or before the application deadline date below: March 27, 2026 FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE REFER TO: https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/ DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION ON-LINE. Submit a complete/detailed resume or curriculum vitae. Limit your resume to 2 pages. If the only resume(s) received is/are longer than two pages, your application is ineligible for further consideration. Address quality ranking factor, if required. Resume or curriculum vitae must contain all information listed in the Qualifications Section. Submit supporting documents (i.e. transcripts, certification, registration, and/or license, if applicable). A complete application packet (including optional questionnaire responses) MUST be submitted directly to the following email address: pirby@bop.gov

Application Deadline: 2026-03-27