Assistant United States Attorney

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Assistant United States Attorney in Des Moines, Iowa. Candidates must hold a J.D. degree, possess relevant legal experience, and be able to work collaboratively in a professional legal environment.

This role requires strong communication skills, integrity, and the ability to function in a demanding setting. Additionally, candidates must be active members of the bar and meet all qualification requirements upon application closing date.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any jurisdiction).
• At least two years of post-J.D. legal or relevant experience.
• Three years of post-J.D. litigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys and client agencies.
• Lead, motivate, mentor, and evaluate other highly qualified attorneys.

Job description

The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa employs approximately 30 Assistant United States Attorneys. The District's headquarters office is located in Des Moines. The District has staffed branch offices in Davenport and Council Bluffs, which serve the District's eastern and western divisions. More information about the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa can be found at: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdia

Required qualifications

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction), and have at least two-year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. At least three years of post-J.D. litigation experience is preferred, with extensive research and writing experience.

Preferred qualifications

Possess superior oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills, exhibit good judgment, function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment, and a demonstrated record of integrity.

Interested AUSAs or government attorneys must have at least a successful evaluation for the past year. All applicants must be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction) and not have received any disciplinary action within the past three years from the date of the application. In addition, applicants must exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and client agencies, and the ability to lead, motivate, mentor, and evaluate other highly qualified attorneys.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

United States citizenship is required.