Assistant Director

Securities and Exchange Commission•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Division of Enforcement’s Complex Financial Instruments Unit (CFI) is seeking a Supervisory General Attorney (Assistant Director). The Assistant Director serves under the general direction of the CFI Unit Chief and participates in managing the unit. The role involves supervising teams that may include attorneys, accountants, experts, and support staff; guiding investigations into potential violations of federal securities laws, rules, and regulations; and coordinating with domestic and foreign law enforcement and regulatory counterparts.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must possess a J.D. or LL.B. degree and be an active member of the bar in good standing in a U.S. state or territory, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
Must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-14/15 level, including 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.
Must meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
The selectee must report to the listed duty station(s).
Must complete a two-year trial period if applicable; the appointment may also require a two-year supervisory/managerial trial period.
Accomplishment Record narratives should address legal analysis, critical thinking, strategic execution, and program management competencies.

Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate the work of teams that may include attorneys, accountants, experts, and support staff, and perform a full range of supervisory duties.
Develop and promote efficient, creative investigative techniques to support effective fact-gathering and avoid undue delay; set priorities and schedules for completing work.
Mentor and train staff, identify employee development and training opportunities, and recommend promotions or reassignments.
Independently and in a supervisory capacity, identify risk areas and potential misconduct through market surveillance, data analytics, outreach, and other means; evaluate information for potential violations of federal securities laws, rules, and regulations.
Participate with other supervisors in managing the CFI Unit and advise the Unit Chief and/or senior managers on personnel matters, unit priorities, and office procedures.
Coordinate regularly with the Department of Justice, FBI, and other domestic law enforcement on parallel investigations; coordinate or interact with foreign law enforcement and regulatory counterparts.