Federal Criminal Prosecutor — Assistant U.S. Attorney

U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Kansas; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 77,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Kansas in Wichita, Topeka, and Kansas City seeks an Assistant United States Attorney for the Criminal Division. The role focuses on prosecuting federal offenses, including drug trafficking, violent crime, firearms, immigration, and economic crimes, from investigation through appeal.

The successful candidate will hold a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar, and meet the qualification requirements by the closing date. U.S.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school and active bar membership.
• At least 1 year post–J.D. legal or relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Preferred: felony jury trial experience; strong judgment and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute complex drug trafficking crimes, violent crime, firearms offenses, and other federal crimes.
• Represent the United States in district and appellate courts (10th Circuit).
• Lead cases from investigation through charging, pretrial, trial, sentencing and appeal.
• Collaborate with federal, state, and local agencies to protect the community.

Skills

Analytical ability

Research skills

Writing skills

Courtroom skills

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Kansas in Wichita, Topeka, and Kansas City seeks an Assistant United States Attorney for the Criminal Division. The role focuses on prosecuting federal offenses, including drug trafficking, violent crime, firearms, immigration, and economic crimes, from investigation through appeal.

The successful candidate will hold a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar, and meet the qualification requirements by the closing date. U.S.