Special Assistant United States Attorney/Assist. State Prosecutor (Assistant State Prosecutor I[...]

The State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate legal professionals to join their team as Special Assistant United States Attorneys. This role involves working closely with various law enforcement agencies to combat serious crimes, including firearms and narcotics offenses. Candidates will engage in high-stakes litigation and contribute to the safety of communities across Maryland. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while developing your legal career in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are driven to uphold justice and have a strong legal background, this position is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Subsidized Health Benefits

Dental Coverage

Life Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Leave Accrual

Qualifications

• Must have a J.D. degree and be admitted to the Maryland bar.
• At least one year of litigation experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee investigations and prosecutions of firearms and narcotics crimes.
• Participate in grand jury, pretrial, and trial practices.

Skills

Legal Research

Oral Advocacy

Writing Skills

Relationship Building

Litigation Experience

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland Office of the State Prosecutor is seeking multiple applicants to serve as Assistant State Prosecutors cross-designated to work full-time as Special Assistant United States Attorneys (SAUSAs) in the Office of the United States Attorney (USAO) for the District of Maryland, in either the USAO Baltimore or Greenbelt Office. The SAUSAs will work closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies and task forces to identify, investigate, and prosecute individuals and organizations responsible for committing gun, gang, and narcotics crimes, and acts of violence, throughout the State of Maryland. The positions are contractual and funded through the Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy. This is a Special Appointment position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Maryland 36 S. Charles Street, 4th Fl., Baltimore, MD 21201 Southern Division 6406 Ivey Lane, Ste. 800, Green Belt, MD 20770

POSITION DUTIES

This position will be expected to oversee the investigation and conduct the prosecution of a variety of firearms, narcotics, and violent crimes in federal court. SAUSAs will be expected to participate in both the investigation and prosecution (including extensive grand jury, pretrial, and trial practice) of a variety of firearms, narcotics, and violent crimes in federal court, including, but not limited to:

1. racketeering and gang-related offenses,
2. use of firearms in furtherance of violent and drug trafficking crimes,
3. illegal firearms possession and firearms trafficking offenses, and
4. acts of violence including robberies and homicides.

In addition, the attorneys will work closely with the USAO’s designated Project Safe Neighborhoods Coordinator and working groups to serve as a legal advisor as cases are identified for prosecution in federal and/or state jurisdictions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have a J.D. degree, be admitted to the Maryland bar, and have at least one full year of litigation experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to candidates with a background in criminal investigations and prosecutions. Strong abilities to build and maintain relationships with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement are essential, along with excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Due to the confidential nature of the work, selected candidates must undergo and pass a criminal background check.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

To apply, interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to [e-mail] by the deadline, June 30, 2025, at 11:59PM. The subject line should read: (YOUR NAME - Special Assistant United States Attorney). For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact [e-mail]. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.