Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)

United States Attorneys' Offices

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 66,000 - 171,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

United States Attorneys' Offices in Buffalo, NY seeks an Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal) to prosecute federal crimes and uphold the rule of law. You will join the Criminal Division, working on cases involving drugs, firearms, organized crime, and fraud, and you will argue in grand jury proceedings and trials.

Applicants must meet DOJ standards and be resident in or near the district; telework is allowed.

Responsibilities

Prosecute federal criminal cases in the Criminal Division as part of a dedicated team.
Provide guidance to law enforcement, initiate criminal charges, and participate in grand jury proceedings and trials.
Handle appeals and contribute to the district's enforcement of federal laws.

Job description

Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)

Hiring Agency: Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Department: Department of Justice
Hiring Path: Public
Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

In all matters, it is our mission to represent the people of the United States in a manner that will instill confidence in the fairness and integrity of our office and the judicial system, and to conduct our work with the highest integrity. We strive to perform our mission in the most efficient and effective manner. https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdny This position is located in Buffalo, NY.

Key Responsibilities

Employment with the U.5. Attorney's Office offers a unique and challenging experience for the highly motivated attorney. 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. The District prosecutes the full range of federal criminal cases.

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 laws 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.

We seek to build a legacy of excellence. ln all matters, our aim is to represent the people of the United States in a manner that will instill confidence in the fairness and integrity of our office and the judicial system and conduct our work with the highest integrity.

Assistant United States Attorneys in the Criminal Division are responsible for the investigation and prosecution of cases involving cartels, foreign terrorist organizations and other organized crime, drug trafficking, human trafficking, alien smuggling, illegal immigration, child exploitation, cyber offenses, and schemes to defraud, including elder fraud and government program fraud.

The successful applicant will be responsible for all phases of criminal prosecution to enforce federal laws, including providing guidance to law enforcement officers, initiating criminal charges, conducting grand jury proceedings and felony trials, and handling appeals Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Based on staffing needs, additional appointments may be made from this announcement.

This announcement will remain open until filled. 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.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $65563 – $171487/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-31.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.