Federal Criminal Prosecutor - AUSA

U.S. Department of Justice; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 82,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework

Health benefits

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Job summary

USAO Southern District of Mississippi seeks an Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal) to lead all phases of Federal criminal prosecutions in the Enforcement Division, guide law enforcement, initiate charges, conduct grand jury proceedings, trials and appeals. A strong commitment to ethics and public service is essential. Qualified candidates must have a J.D., be an active bar member, and possess at least 3 years of post‑J.D.

legal experience. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of the bar.
• At least 3 years post‑J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
• United States citizenship required.
• Qualified legal experience may include clerkship or litigation in public or private sector.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of criminal prosecution in the Enforcement Division.
• Provide guidance to law enforcement, initiate charges, conduct grand jury, trials, appeals, and asset forfeiture matters.
• Prepare day-to-day pleadings and perform legal research with minimal guidance.

Skills

Analytical ability

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

J.D. Degree

Tools

Electronic court filing

Word processing

Email

Internet research

Job description

USAO Southern District of Mississippi seeks an Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal) to lead all phases of Federal criminal prosecutions in the Enforcement Division, guide law enforcement, initiate charges, conduct grand jury proceedings, trials and appeals. A strong commitment to ethics and public service is essential. Qualified candidates must have a J.D., be an active bar member, and possess at least 3 years of post‑J.D.

legal experience. U.S. citizenship is required.