Federal Prosecutor – Immigration & Drug Crimes

United States Attorneys' Offices; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Attorneys' Offices in Phoenix, AZ seeks qualified applicants for Assistant United States Attorney positions. Initial appointment is conditioned on successful preemployment adjudication and background checks. The office handles immigration, drug trafficking, and related federal prosecutions from Phoenix and other districts in Arizona.

Residency within the district or 25 miles thereof is required; citizenship and bar admission are necessary. OPM guidelines and federal benefits apply.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
• United States citizenship is required.
• Must meet all qualification requirements on the closing date of this announcement.

Responsibilities

• Represent the United States in court for assigned cases.
• Investigate and prosecute cases involving immigration, drug trafficking, human smuggling, and related criminal activity.
• Perform increasing and more complex responsibilities as training and experience progress.

Education

J.D. Degree

Active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction)

Job description

United States Attorneys' Offices in Phoenix, AZ seeks qualified applicants for Assistant United States Attorney positions. Initial appointment is conditioned on successful preemployment adjudication and background checks. The office handles immigration, drug trafficking, and related federal prosecutions from Phoenix and other districts in Arizona.

Residency within the district or 25 miles thereof is required; citizenship and bar admission are necessary. OPM guidelines and federal benefits apply.