Assistant United States Attorney (Term)

Summary

• This position is a Term position not to exceed 2 years.
• Position may be extended non-competitively in one year increments for a total term period of no more than 4 years.
• Position may be made permanent without further competition

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys’ Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

This position is located in St. Louis, Missouri.

Duties

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The United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as a Hybrid Criminal/Civil Assistant United States Attorney. The selected candidate will represent the interests of the United States in both criminal prosecutions and civil litigation matters. This position offers a unique opportunity to maintain a diverse litigation practice while supporting the mission of the Department of Justice through the enforcement of federal laws and the defense of government interests.

The incumbent will handle all aspects of criminal and civil litigation, from investigation and case development through trial and appeal, and will provide legal counsel to federal law enforcement agencies and client agencies.

Responsibilities As an Assistant United States Attorney, the incumbent:

• Represents the United States in criminal prosecutions and civil litigation before federal district courts, appellate courts, administrative tribunals, and other judicial forums.
• Conducts all phases of criminal investigations and prosecutions, including grand jury proceedings, charging decisions, plea negotiations, motion practice, trials, sentencing hearings, and appeals.
• Handles affirmative and defensive civil litigation involving the United States, including employment litigation, tort claims, constitutional claims, administrative challenges, and other federal program matters.
• Provides legal advice and guidance to federal law enforcement agencies and client agencies regarding investigations, litigation strategy, legal risks, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Conducts legal research and analysis involving complex factual and legal issues.
• Drafts pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, settlement documents, and appellate filings.
• Conducts witness interviews, depositions, discovery proceedings, evidentiary hearings, and settlement negotiations.
• Develops litigation strategies and recommends appropriate courses of action based on legal and factual analysis.
• Represents the United States in jury trials, bench trials, mediations, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
• Collaborates with federal, state, local, and tribal partners to advance law enforcement and government litigation objectives.
• Maintains and prioritizes a diverse caseload while meeting court deadlines and organizational requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Conditions of employment

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• 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.
• You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
• Type of Position: This is a TERM position not-to-exceed 2 years. This position may be extended or made permanent without further competition.
• Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.

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 1* year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. Applicant must possess superior oral and written communication skills, as well as strong character and interpersonal skills; have demonstrated the capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in a highly demanding environment.

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications Highly qualified applicants will possess:

• Experience handling criminal prosecutions and/or complex civil litigation.
• Federal court litigation experience.
• Trial experience as first-chair or second-chair counsel.
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