Assistant Director

Securities and Exchange Commission • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Division of Enforcement, Asset Management Unit (AMU) is seeking a Supervisory General Attorney (Assistant Director). The Assistant Director serves under the general direction of the AMU Chief and provides senior management, program direction, and technical leadership for the Enforcement program. The role includes executive leadership and management of staff and work products, drawing on knowledge and understanding of the assigned specialized segment of the market.

The Assistant Director investigates possible violations of securities laws, recommends Commission action when appropriate in federal court or before an administrative law judge, and negotiates settlements on behalf of the Commission. The position also fosters productive work relationships with federal and state regulators and criminal authorities, supervises staff who interact with the public, and evaluates complaints and other allegations of potential misconduct related to federal securities laws, rules, and regulations.

Requirements

• Possess a J.D. or LL.B. degree.
• Be an active member in good standing of the bar in a U.S. state, territory, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
• Meet the SK-17 minimum qualification requirement: at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-14 level.
• Specialized experience must include applying knowledge of federal securities laws and Commission rules and regulations; conducting investigations, civil cases, or administrative proceedings; and applying knowledge of the securities market.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
• Report to the listed duty station(s).
• Submit required application materials by the announcement closing date; education claims must be supported by transcripts or other documentation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior manager for the Enforcement program, providing program direction and technical leadership.
• Provide executive leadership and manage staff and work products, maintaining knowledge and understanding of the assigned specialized market segment.
• Investigate possible violations of securities laws.
• Recommend Commission action when appropriate, in federal court or before an administrative law judge.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of the Commission.
• Foster productive work relationships with federal and state regulators and criminal authorities.
• Supervise staff members who interact with the public.
• Evaluate complaints and other allegations of potential misconduct related to federal securities laws, rules, and regulations.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, with benefits available to employees and their families; eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree