Federal Criminal AUSA - Prosecute High-Impact Cases

United States Attorneys' Offices; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 77,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Attorneys' Offices in the District of New Mexico seeks Assistant United States Attorneys to prosecute federal crimes, including matters involving illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and organized crime. Positions require a J.D.

degree and active bar membership, residency within the district or 25 miles, and eligibility for Selective Service where applicable. Responsibilities include advising federal agents, making charging recommendations, drafting pleadings, and managing

Qualifications

• Must possess a J.D. Degree and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• Strong analytical ability and superior oral and writing skills.
• Excellent research, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Must be a United States citizen and reside in the district or within 25 miles.

Responsibilities

• Partner with federal, state, and local law enforcement to manage criminal investigations and prosecutions in federal courts in the District of New Mexico.
• Advise federal agents on questions of law and Departmental policy.
• Recommend charging decisions and dispositions for assigned cases.
• Research and draft all legal pleadings and be prepared to try cases in federal court.
• Investigate and pursue asset forfeiture related to prosecutions.
• Oversee preparation of litigation assignments for legal support staff.

Skills

Analytical ability

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Good judgment

Education

J.D. degree

Active bar admission (any U.S. jurisdiction)

Job description

The United States Attorneys' Offices in the District of New Mexico seeks Assistant United States Attorneys to prosecute federal crimes, including matters involving illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and organized crime. Positions require a J.D.

degree and active bar membership, residency within the district or 25 miles, and eligibility for Selective Service where applicable. Responsibilities include advising federal agents, making charging recommendations, drafting pleadings, and managing