Lead Investigative Specialist

Summary The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia is unique in the size and the scope of its work. It serves as both the local and the federal prosecutor for the nation's capital. On the local side, AUSAs assigned to the Superior Court Division prosecute cases ranging from misdemeanors to homicides. On the federal side, AUSAs assigned to the Criminal Division prosecute federal crimes. The Civil Division further defends the United States in civil suits brought in the District of Columbia. Responsibilities If selected for this position, you will serve as the leader of a team of Investigative Specialists within the Criminal Investigations Unit of the United States Attorney's Office. The team you will lead is responsible for directly supporting criminal investigations and prosecutions by locating persons of interest and gathering information and evidence through the application of investigative techniques such as open-source information gathering, database and records checks, and static and mobile surveillance. As team leader, you will guide and develop the team's capabilities to support varied and complex investigations. Typical work assignments include: Providing leadership for a team of investigative specialists, to include identifying, distributing, and balancing workload and tasks. Coordinating and providing quality assurance of investigative operations, monitoring case status, progress of assignments, and resolving challenges and issues as they arise. Developing and pursuing the team's strategies, goals, and objectives. Mentoring and guiding a team of investigative specialists in the development and application of appropriate methods and techniques to support criminal investigations and prosecutions. Developing team members' abilities and tradecraft related to investigative duties. Oversight and development of a team of investigative specialists. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Note: In order to be considered

Created: 2026-05-11