AUSA Criminal Division (Open Continuous)

Duties

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Delaware is currently seeking highly qualified Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) for the Criminal Division. The selected candidate will represent the interests of the United States of America in criminal actions brought by the United States.

• Represent the United States as primary counsel in grand jury and judicial proceedings, such as hearings, oral arguments, and trials, in United States District Court and appeals in the United States Court of Appeals.
• Criminal Division assignments may cover the full range of federal offenses, including narcotics, immigration, violent crime, fraud, and cybercrime.
• Perform substantial legal research and writing, both at trial and appellate levels.

Security Requirements

Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

Residency Requirements

Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• At least 1 year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
• Experience in complex federal cases and jury trials is preferred.
• Quick analytical ability and the facility to articulate critical issues accurately and precisely in criminal litigation.
• Superior writing skills and strong research and interpersonal skills.

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 basic pay is $84,570 to $197,100 which includes locality pay.
• 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.
• Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required.

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/Policy

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.