Chief Counsel

OverviewServes as the Chief Counsel responsible for the oversight of all legal issues facing DEA and the leadership and management of the Office of the Chief Counsel (CC). Under the Chief Counsel's direction and guidance, CC provides timely, accurate, and proactive legal support to the DEA field offices and Headquarters (HQ) components as well as to state and Federal prosecutors in investigations and prosecutions of drug trafficking organizations.ResponsibilitiesReviews, evaluates and initiates necessary changes in laws and regulations relating to controlled substances. Directs evaluation of proposed bills in Congress and prepares reports in connection with bills in which DEA has an interest. Participates as necessary at proceedings before Congressional committees and works with staffs of these committees with respect to such cooperation with the State Department, drafts and participates in negotiations for new international and bilateral drug control agreements. Frequently represents DEA as alternate representative or adviser to U.S. delegations at international conferences.Acts as legal advisor to the Administrator and key DEA officials.Qualifications / RequirementsMust be a U.S. CitizenMust be able to obtain and maintain a Background and/or Security ClearanceMales born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective ServiceDrug testing designated positionNew appointees must successfully complete a 1-year probationary periodThis is a Senior Executive Service (SES) - Excepted Service Position. Please review Federal Hiring Paths for more information: review the Political Appointee Disclosure Requirement paragraph listed under the "Required Documents" section #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17