Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal White-Collar)

About the role

The U.S. Attorney's Office represents the Federal government in virtually all litigation involving the United States. This includes all criminal prosecutions for violations of Federal law, civil lawsuits by and against the government, and actions to collect judgments and restitution on behalf of victims and taxpayers.

Responsibilities

• Investigation and prosecution of white-collar fraud matters, including complex health care fraud offenses, fraud against taxpayer-funded programs, mail, wire and bank fraud schemes, money laundering, public corruption, tax evasion and tax-related offenses, among other financial crimes.
• Work alongside other experienced white-collar prosecutors, auditors, and investigators.
• Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

Requirements

• You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
• Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.
• You must be a United States Citizen or National.

Qualifications

• Superior analytical abilities; strong research, writing, and courtroom advocacy skills; independent exercise of fair and sound judgment.
• Adhere to all Department of Justice and United States Attorney's Office policies; collaborate and professionally with fellow attorneys, support staff, and law enforcement partners; interact effectively and respectfully with opposing counsel.
• Strong commitment to public service and dedication to excellence.

Education

• Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree.

Additional information

• Salary Information: Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of pay is $82,459 to $197,100 which includes 17.06% locality pay.
• 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.

Other 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.

EEO Statement

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.