Assistant United States Attorney

United States Attorneys' Offices; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health benefits

Public Service Retirement System

Job summary

The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of North Carolina is seeking Assistant United States Attorneys to prosecute a wide range of federal crimes, including violent crime, drug trafficking, public corruption, and white-collar offenses. This permanent role may involve appellate work and complex assignments as you gain experience. Ideal candidates hold a J.D.

degree, are active members of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction, and have at least three years of post-J.D.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree and be an active member of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• At least 3 years post-J.D. legal or relevant experience required.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute a wide variety of federal crimes including violent crime, drug trafficking, public corruption, and white-collar offenses.
• Represent the United States in investigations and prosecutions; may handle appellate matters.
• Research, write appellate briefs and post-conviction responses; present oral arguments.
• Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as training progresses.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Research and writing

Courtroom advocacy

Education

J.D. degree

Active bar (any U.S. jurisdiction)

Job description

Summary

Our mission is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States, provide Federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime, seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior, and to administer and enforce the Nation's law to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans. We strive to build a stronger office through recruitment efforts and maintain the high standards of the office by promoting professional development.

Duties

Assistant United States Attorneys prosecute a wide variety of federal crime, including breaches of national security, child exploitation, human trafficking, fraud, narcotics trafficking, firearm offenses, transnational organized crime, and violent crime. The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of North Carolina is currently seeking to hire Assistant United States Attorneys to represent the United States in the investigation and prosecution of a wide range of criminal cases specifically violent crime, illegal immigration, drug trafficking, public corruption, and white-collar crime. This role may include appellate matters for attorneys who demonstrate the appropriate aptitude. The Appellate Division represents the United States Attorney's Office in criminal matters in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. As an AUSA in the Appellate Division, you will research, write appellate briefs and post-conviction responses, and present oral arguments.

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

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.

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes 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 of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants must possess superior analytical abilities, excellent research and writing skills, and strong courtroom advocacy experience. Candidates should be capable of exercising independent and sound judgment, working effectively and professionally with other attorneys, support staff, and law enforcement agencies, and interact professionally and effectively with opposing counsel. Applicants must be able to represent the interests of the United States of America persuasively, ethically, and justly in judicial proceedings. A demonstrated commitment to public service and dedication to professional excellence are essential.

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

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree.

Additional Information

Salary Information

Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of pay is $82,459 to $197,100 which includes 17.06% locality pay.

Position Type

This is a permanent position.

Recruitment or Relocation Incentive

A recruitment or relocation incentive may be considered as appropriate based on qualifications and approval by the Executive Office.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required.

Political Appointees (Current and Former)

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.

EEO Statement/Policy

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 factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.

Commitment to Federal Government

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Other Benefits

• paid vacation
• sick leave
• paid federal holidays
• life insurance
• health benefits
• participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System
• potential signing bonus (recruitment incentive)
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program

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