General Attorney

This position is with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), a federal law enforcement agency. **Key Requirements:** * **Education & Bar Membership:** * Juris Doctor (JD) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school. * Active member in good standing of the bar of a U.S. state, territory, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico. * Provide official law school transcript and proof of bar admittance/good standing. * **Experience:** All qualifying experience, including paid, unpaid, and volunteer work, will be considered. * **Background Investigation:** As a federal law enforcement agency, CBP requires a thorough background investigation. This includes inquiries into felony convictions/charges, illegal drug use, and misuse of non-prescribed controlled substances. * **Residency Requirement:** Must have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates for at least three of the last five years. Exceptions may apply for those: * Working for the U.S. Government (civilian or military). * Dependents authorized to accompany U.S. Government workers. * Participating in a U.S.-affiliated study abroad program. * Working as a contractor, intern, consultant, or volunteer supporting the U.S. government. * **Political Appointee Disclosure:** If currently, or within the last 5 years, a political appointee (e.g., Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, Presidential Appointee), disclosure to the Human Resources Office is required. Offers for such candidates need Office of Personnel Management (OPM) authorization. * All qualifications must be met by September 12, 2025.