Assistant United States Attorney - Criminal Division

About the role

USAO/NDOK seeks experienced, prosecution-minded attorneys to serve as Assistant U.S. Attorneys in the Criminal Division. NDOK spans 11 counties, including Tulsa. Following McGirt v. Oklahoma, much of the District is Indian Country, offering unique opportunities to prosecute serious federal crimes. AUSAs handle cases from investigation through trial, sentencing, and appeal with integrity and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and prosecute a broad range of federal criminal cases, including matters arising in Indian Country.
• Partner with federal law enforcement to develop investigative plans and prosecution strategies, evaluate evidence, and make charging recommendations.
• Prepare and present cases to the grand jury, examine witnesses, and advise agents on legal standards and investigative direction.
• Litigate cases of moderate to high complexity from charging through motions, discovery, plea negotiations, hearings, trial, and sentencing.
• Draft and argue motions and briefs involving constitutional issues, suppression, evidentiary disputes, and sentencing advocacy.
• Handle appellate duties, including drafting briefs and presenting oral argument when assigned.
• Coordinate with investigative agencies, victim-witness personnel, and support staff to manage cases efficiently and professionally.
• Complete collateral duties as needed, including program leadership, training, outreach, and other division priorities.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
• Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least one year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
• United States citizenship is required.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• An ideal applicant's background or experience will include criminal prosecution, investigation, and trial experience in one or more of the following areas: violent crimes, drug conspiracies, crimes against children, and complex litigation.
• Applicants will be expected to do legal research and writing and will be self-sufficient in preparing day-to-day correspondence and pleadings.
• Applicants must also demonstrate excellent computer literacy skills, including experience with e-discovery, e-litigation platforms, electronic court filing, and word processing systems.

Benefits

The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.