Bangor-Based Federal Prosecutor - Criminal Division

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

Job summary

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Maine is seeking an experienced Assistant United States Attorney for the Bangor office. The AUSA will prosecute federal criminal cases, work with law enforcement, and represent the United States in grand jury proceedings and trials. The position requires a J.D.

degree and active bar membership with at least two years of post‑J.D. experience. Initial appointment includes a probationary period and background checks.

Qualifications

• Requires a J.D. degree and active bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of two years post‑J.D. experience with excellence in trial advocacy and legal writing.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute federal criminal cases and represent the United States before grand juries and in hearings and trials.
• Work with law enforcement to investigate offenses and handle complex assignments as experience progresses.
• Ensure compliance with background checks and probationary requirements.

Skills

Prosecutorial experience

Trial advocacy

Legal writing

Analytical ability

Integrity

Interpersonal skills

Courtroom skills

Time management

Electronic discovery

Education

J.D. degree

Active bar member (any jurisdiction)

Tools

Electronic discovery tools

Job description

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Maine is seeking an experienced Assistant United States Attorney for the Bangor office. The AUSA will prosecute federal criminal cases, work with law enforcement, and represent the United States in grand jury proceedings and trials. The position requires a J.D.

degree and active bar membership with at least two years of post‑J.D. experience. Initial appointment includes a probationary period and background checks.