Early Career Assistant United States Attorney

US Attorney Reding Quiñones for the Southern District of Florida; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Presencial; USD 125 000 - 170 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Recruitment bonus $15,000

Resumo da oferta

The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida is seeking attorneys to serve as Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in Criminal, National Security, Civil, Appellate, and Asset Forfeiture Divisions. Positions are in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Fort Pierce, Florida. Indicate preferred division and location in your cover letter.

Applicants must have a J.D. degree or equivalent and be an active member of the bar by their duty date; U.S.

Qualificações

• Must possess a J.D. degree (or equivalent) and be an active member of the bar by their entry on duty date.
• United States citizenship is required.
• Law school graduates and current law students taking a February 2027 bar examination may be considered.
• Must reside in the district or within 25 miles thereof as per residency requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as AUSAs in Criminal Division across multiple sections.
• Work in National Security Division on terrorism, espionage, and related prosecutions.
• Represent USAO in Appellate Division, preparing briefs and participating in oral arguments before the Eleventh Circuit.
• Handle asset forfeiture matters, civil and criminal, collaborating with Criminal Division AUSAs.

Conhecimentos

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in demanding env

Formação académica

J.D. degree or equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Summary

The United States Attorney's Office (USAO) for the Southern District of Florida (SDFL) is seeking attorneys to serve as Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in our Criminal, National Security, Civil, Appellate, and Asset Forfeiture Divisions. These positions are in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Fort Pierce, Florida. When applying, please note in your cover letter which division and office location you are interested in.

Duties

Criminal Division.

The Criminal Division investigates and prosecutes federal crimes impacting the South Florida community, from Key West to Fort Pierce, Florida. The Criminal Division is divided into seven sections: Narcotics; Violent Crimes and Special Victims; Economic Crimes & Cyber Fraud; Border and Immigration Enforcement; Public Corruption and Civil Rights; General Crimes; and Collateral Litigation. Each section is dedicated to prosecuting distinct domestic and international criminal violations impacting not only this community, but the safety and security of the country as a whole.

National Security Division.

The National Security Division oversees all matters involving terrorism, espionage, foreign malign influence, export control, and other prosecutions of national importance. AUSAs applying to the National Security Division should have previous prosecutorial experience and the ability to obtain the highest security clearance. The matters handled by the National Security Division are among the most significant in the country and have national and international reach. Examples of recent prosecutions include U.S. v. Routh, where the defendant was convicted of attempting to assassinate President Donald J. Trump, and U.S. v Rocha, which involved the conviction of an individual who acted as an agent of the Cuban government for nearly 40 years.

Appellate Division.

AUSAs in the Appellate Division represent the USAO in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, preparing briefs and participating in oral arguments before the Court. The Division provides advice and handles all appeals to the Eleventh Circuit from both the civil and criminal cases prosecuted by the Office. In addition to defending the criminal convictions and civil judgments obtained by the Office, the Appellate Division also brings affirmative appeals to the Eleventh Circuit from rulings adverse to the United States, after consultation with the Solicitor General's Office and Criminal or Civil Division of the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C.

Asset Forfeiture.

AUSAs in the Asset Forfeiture Division are responsible for enforcing criminal and civil asset forfeiture laws to further the mission of the asset forfeiture programs of the Department of Justice and the Department of the Treasury. This work includes punishing and deterring criminal activity by depriving criminals of property used in or acquired through illegal activities. Asset Forfeiture AUSAs work with Criminal Division AUSAs on forfeiture-related issues in criminal prosecutions and have overall responsibility for all asset forfeiture matters, including financial investigations, seizures, and final disposition of assets. Asset Forfeiture AUSAs also handle civil forfeiture matters, filing and litigating civil forfeiture cases in the district.

Civil Division.

The Civil Division, one of the most prominent and high volume federal litigative units in the nation, handles Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) investigations and cases, civil immigration litigation, civil rights litigation, defensive civil litigation on behalf of the United States, its agencies and employees, bankruptcy litigation and affirmative civil financial litigation to collect debts owed the United States as the result of civil and criminal judgments.

Security Requirements

Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

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.

Requirements

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.
• Applicants must possess a J.D. degree (or equivalent) and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) by their entry on duty date. Law school graduates and current law students taking a February 2027 bar examination may be considered.
• 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 (or equivalent) and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) by their entry on duty date. Law school graduates and current law students taking a February 2027 bar examination may be considered, subject to the foregoing requirements.

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants should possess superior oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the capacity to function in a highly demanding environment with minimal guidance. The successful candidate should have strong academic credentials.

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

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent) and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) by their entry on duty date. Law school graduates and current law students taking a February 2027 bar examination may be considered, subject to the foregoing requirements.

Salary Information

$124,649 to $169,776 which includes 24.67% locality pay.

Other Benefits

The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. The Benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal Employees.

Recruitment Incentive

Payment of $15,000 recruitment bonus may be approved.

Travel

May require travel, both within and outside the district, as needed.

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.

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.

Benefits Eligibility

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Additional Information

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.