Assistant United States Attorney

US-Executive-Office-For-U.S.-Attorneys-and-the-Office-of-the-U.S.-Attorneys-; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Kansas seeks a qualified attorney for the Assistant U.S. Attorney position in Wichita. The role requires a J.D. degree, active bar admission in any U.S.

jurisdiction, and at least 3 years of post-J.D. legal or relevant experience. U.S. citizenship is mandatory, and appointment requires active Kansas bar membership. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical, research, and writing skills, and be able to work with law enforcement and other

Qualifications

• J.D. degree required and active bar admission.
• United States citizenship is required.
• Active Kansas bar membership at appointment time is required.

Skills

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Courtroom Experience

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

Our mission is to protect the citizens of Kansas from terrorism, crime, and unlawful discrimination, enforce federal laws and advance the interests of the U.S. government, provide Federal leadership and serve as a catalyst for improving law enforcement through training and public education, and perform our duties with integrity, professionalism and respect for the citizens we serve.

This position is located in Wichita, KS.

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.

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include felony jury trial experience. Applicants must also demonstrate superior analytical ability; have strong research, writing, and courtroom skills; independently exercise fair and sound judgment; follow all Department of Justice and United States Attorney's Office policies; exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and law enforcement agencies; interact professionally and effectively with opposing counsel; handle matters in court persuasively and justly on behalf of the United States of America; and be devoted to excellence.

*Note: You must be an active member of the Kansas bar at the time of appointment as an Assistant U.S. Attorney. Information for membership to the Kansas bar is available at https://kscourts.gov/Attorneys/Kansas-Bar