Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)

Overview Summary Employment with the U.S. Attorney's Office is a unique and challenging experience for the highly motivated attorney. It is an opportunity to litigate a broad range of cases involving significant, complex issues on behalf of the United States in federal courts. Working in the Criminal Division, you will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal laws that protect life, liberty, and property. Responsibilities As an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Criminal Division, prosecute federal crimes, including offenses involving drug trafficking and smuggling; child exploitation; gang activity and violence; illegal immigration; national security and border security; elder abuse; cybercrime; theft of intellectual property; and financial crimes, complex fraud and/or corruption in government, health care, banking, securities, corporate activities, federal procurement, bankruptcies, and federal taxation. Work with law enforcement agencies to investigate such crimes, research and brief legal issues, and represent the United States in hearings, trials, and appeals. Day-to-day responsibilities include working with law enforcement agencies to investigate allegations of criminal conduct, researching legal issues, drafting motions or motion responses, drafting search warrants, appearing before grand juries and in court, and other litigation-related duties. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as training and experience progress. Requirements You must be a United States Citizen or National. Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation. You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable. J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required. Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member in good standing of the bar (in any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least three (3) years of experience as a licensed attorney (or post-law school graduation judicial clerkships) preparing for, participating in, and/or reviewing formal hearings or trials involving litigation at the federal, state, or local court level. If you currently represent an opposing party in litigation with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), refer to applicable conflict of interest rules. The U.S. Attorney's Office may consider conflicts of interest rules relevant to licensure jurisdiction. If you are a current DOJ employee under a term of commitment to another office, include this information in your cover letter and indicate whether you discussed your application with your current employer. United States citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: Hiring preferences include strong academics, organizational skills, strong legal writing and research ability, analytical ability, good judgment and courtroom skills, and a commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility and public service. Education Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree. Additional information Applications are considered on a rolling basis; submit materials as soon as possible. Salary Information: Assistant United States Attorney pay is determined based on experience. The basic pay range is $103,085 to $197,100, including locality pay. Other Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, telework, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses will not be authorized. Travel: Occasional travel is required. EEO Statement: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr United States Attorneys' Offices