Federal Criminal Prosecutor

United States Attorneys' Offices; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 77,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Attorneys' Offices in Reno, Nevada, is seeking an Assistant United States Attorney in the Criminal Division to prosecute a range of federal offenses and supports the Office's mission. A J.D. degree and active bar membership are required; three+ years of post‑J.D.

experience, strong research and writing skills, and excellent advocacy are preferred. Successful candidates will gain significant responsibility, leadership opportunities, and experience in trial work and cooperative

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar member (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
• Three+ years of post-J.D. experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills essential.
• Significant courtroom experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and prosecute federal offenses in the Criminal Division.
• Provide leadership and mentorship; potential for supervisory roles.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Leadership potential

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

United States Attorneys' Offices in Reno, Nevada, is seeking an Assistant United States Attorney in the Criminal Division to prosecute a range of federal offenses and supports the Office's mission. A J.D. degree and active bar membership are required; three+ years of post‑J.D.

experience, strong research and writing skills, and excellent advocacy are preferred. Successful candidates will gain significant responsibility, leadership opportunities, and experience in trial work and cooperative