Job opening: Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)
Salary: $74 830 - 183 400 per year
Published at: Sep 15 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
The Northern District of Alabama is currently seeking one attorney for a permanent Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) position in our Criminal Division.
This position is located in the main office in Birmingham. Birmingham is an area of rolling hills, beautiful lakes, downtown lofts, evening concerts in the park, nationally ranked restaurants, and an amusement and theme park.
As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
Duties
The Northern District of Alabama is currently seeking one attorney for an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) opening in our Criminal Division, at our main office in Birmingham, Alabama. Our Criminal Division investigates and prosecutes federal cases arising from a wide array of criminal activity. The AUSA will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal laws. Assistant United States Attorneys in the Criminal Division are responsible for the prosecution of all types of crimes under federal law. The person selected for this position will primarily be responsible for prosecuting violent or drug-related crimes. Specific case assignments vary depending on the particular needs of the office. The position may also involve some administrative responsibilities.
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, 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.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
Requirements
- 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.
- Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be someone with prior criminal litigative experience with a desire for public service and living in the Northern District of Alabama.
At this point, we hope you're feeling excited about the job description you're reading. Even if you don't feel that you meet every "preferred" requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We're eager to meet people that believe in our mission and can contribute to our team in a variety of ways - not just candidates who check all the boxes. We want people to feel comfortable expressing their true selves and to come, stay, and do their best work here.
Required Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
United States citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong legal research and writing skills
Prior criminal litigative experience
The ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with client agencies, support staff and other attorneys, and a demonstrated commitment to public service
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Education
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree
Contacts
- Address Northern District of Alabama
1801 Fourth Ave. North
Birmingham, AL 35203
US
- Name: Theresa Bossard
- Phone: 205-244-2072
- Email: [email protected]
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