Assistant United States Attorney
The office is currently seeking applicants to fill an Assistant U.S. Attorney position in the Criminal Division. The selected applicant may be assigned to any of the following:
the investigation and prosecution of violent offenses; drug trafficking; health care fraud; or general crimes. Assignments will include responsibility for all phases of criminal prosecution, from providing guidance to law enforcement officers, initiating criminal charges, conducting grand jury proceedings and trials, handling motions and appeals, and asset forfeiture matters. Assistant United States Attorneys assigned to the Criminal Division must possess the qualities necessary to excel in their mission to enforce the criminal laws of the United States. These qualities include superior advocacy and communication skills, strong analytical ability, management and leadership potential and dedication to duty. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, investigative agencies, witnesses, and crime victims. They must also demonstrate their willingness to meet the higher ethical standards expected of prosecutors in their interactions with opposing counsel and the Courts. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Security Requirements:
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation. Applicants are expected to enter-on-duty within 90 days of selection. Residency Requirements:
Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information. Selective Service:
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov. Required
Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications (1):
Hiring for AUSA positions within the USAO is highly competitive. The USAO seeks a diverse complement of lawyers with a wide range of exceptional skills and experience, unified by keen intelligence and sincere commitment to public interest. Litigation experience, superior academic record, excellent writing skills, courtroom presence, impeccable character, strong interpersonal abilities, and demonstrated interest in public service are all taken into account. Preferred Qualifications (2):
The ideal candidate will have had at least three years of experience working in any one of the following capacities:
AUSA in another district or DOJ trial lawyer. Assistant District Attorney or Assistant State Attorney General in a larger urban environment handling major felony trials. Active Duty JAG, having served tours both as court-martial trial counsel and on overseas deployment in an SJA or operational law capacity. Associate in a major law firm, with prior experience in a federal judicial clerkship. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
the investigation and prosecution of violent offenses; drug trafficking; health care fraud; or general crimes. Assignments will include responsibility for all phases of criminal prosecution, from providing guidance to law enforcement officers, initiating criminal charges, conducting grand jury proceedings and trials, handling motions and appeals, and asset forfeiture matters. Assistant United States Attorneys assigned to the Criminal Division must possess the qualities necessary to excel in their mission to enforce the criminal laws of the United States. These qualities include superior advocacy and communication skills, strong analytical ability, management and leadership potential and dedication to duty. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, investigative agencies, witnesses, and crime victims. They must also demonstrate their willingness to meet the higher ethical standards expected of prosecutors in their interactions with opposing counsel and the Courts. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Security Requirements:
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation. Applicants are expected to enter-on-duty within 90 days of selection. Residency Requirements:
Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information. Selective Service:
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov. Required
Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications (1):
Hiring for AUSA positions within the USAO is highly competitive. The USAO seeks a diverse complement of lawyers with a wide range of exceptional skills and experience, unified by keen intelligence and sincere commitment to public interest. Litigation experience, superior academic record, excellent writing skills, courtroom presence, impeccable character, strong interpersonal abilities, and demonstrated interest in public service are all taken into account. Preferred Qualifications (2):
The ideal candidate will have had at least three years of experience working in any one of the following capacities:
AUSA in another district or DOJ trial lawyer. Assistant District Attorney or Assistant State Attorney General in a larger urban environment handling major felony trials. Active Duty JAG, having served tours both as court-martial trial counsel and on overseas deployment in an SJA or operational law capacity. Associate in a major law firm, with prior experience in a federal judicial clerkship. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
- Department:
0905 Attorney - Salary Range:
$68,773 to $167,423 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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