Assistant U.S. Attorney (Criminal)

Location: 40 N. Central St. 1800, Phoenix, AZ 85004 - United States Application Deadline: About the Office The Office is part of the Department of Justice. Initial appointment is conditioned upon satisfactory preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Employment continues with favorable background investigation results. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is located in Phoenix, AZ. Job Description The District of Arizona includes approximately 180 Assistant United Attorneys across Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, and Flagstaff. It faces unique geographical challenges, a 375‑mile border with Mexico, significant Indian Country dockets, and serves as the exclusive felony prosecutor for most federally‑recognized tribes in Arizona. AUSAs will investigate and prosecute cases involving illegal immigration, drug trafficking, human smuggling, and support to cartels and transnational criminal organizations, including those designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs). Responsibilities grow in complexity with training and experience. Qualifications J.D. Degree and active membership in the bar of any US jurisdiction. United States citizenship. Must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement. Application Process To apply, complete the occupational questionnaire and submit all required documents. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET). Follow the USAJOBS instructions: create or log in to your account, submit the questionnaire and supporting documents, and upload a Legal Writing Sample and an Arizona Application Form. Ensure all documentation is submitted before the closing date. If you represent clients in matters involving this office or have potential conflicts of interest, notify the office promptly. Applicants should familiarize themselves with relevant rules of professional conduct regarding conflicts of interest and inform the office of any potential conflicts. Salary Information Assistant United States Attorney pay is determined administratively based on years of legal experience. The basic pay range is $80,282.00 to $188,370.00 per year. Number of Positions 12 Travel Occasional travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr The United States Department of Justice