"I am here on behalf of the United States." As an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Western District of Michigan, you will have the privilege to speak these words in federal court as you do the important work of representing the people you serve and the Constitution you will be sworn to protect and defend. Many have said that being an AUSA is the best job you can do with a law degree. This position is located in Grand Rapids, MI.

Duties

The district is soliciting applications for a Civil Division Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) position in the Grand Rapids, Michigan office. The applicant will join eight other civil AUSAs who handle a wide variety of civil defensive and affirmative litigation for the United States and federal agencies. AUSAs earn significant autonomy to use their judgment and professional skill to pursue justice under the law and Department policies. As an AUSA in the Western District of Michigan, you will become part of an outstanding team of attorneys and support professionals dedicated to working together in pursuit of our vital mission. Responsibilities may include any of the following types of cases: tort, employment, Administrative Procedure Act, Bivens, immigration, bankruptcy, commercial litigation, fraud, Controlled Substances Act, environmental, civil rights, and others. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. For more information on the Department of Justice visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. All initial attorney positions to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis. 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

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. United States citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: Applicants should be able to work well with client agencies and the public; possess superior oral and written advocacy skills; have strong character and interpersonal skills; have good judgment; and have demonstrated the capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in a highly demanding environment. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of litigation experience, but candidates with less experience will be considered. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree

Contacts

• Address Western District of Michigan 330 Ionia Avenue Grand Rapids, MI 49503 US
• Name: Britni Michael
• Phone: 6164562404
• Email: [email protected]