If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career, this is the position for you! The mission of the Department of Justice is to uphold the rule of law, keep our country safe, and protect civil rights. You will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty and the property of citizens. For more information, visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html This position is located in Alexandria, VA.

Duties

The Civil Division is comprised of more than thirty lawyers in three units, who defend the interests of the United States, its agencies and employees in litigation filed against the government (General Litigation Unit), conduct Affirmative Civil Enforcement under the False Claims Act and other anti-fraud statutes (Affirmative Civil Enforcement Unit), and protect the rights of individuals through the enforcement of civil rights laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (Civil Rights Enforcement Unit). An appointment with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers unique and challenging experiences for highly motivated attorneys; an opportunity to work on their own caseload and handle their own trials. Working on Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) matters in the Civil Division, the Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) represents the United States' interests by investigating and bringing affirmative civil actions, including under the False Claims Act and other statutes and common law causes of action. A majority of the work performed by the incumbent of this position will involve matters arising out of federal health care programs. ACE AUSAs may also handle matters in bankruptcy court. 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

Required qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), have at least one-year post-JD legal or other relevant experience, and possess superior oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills, exhibit good judgment and function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment. Preferred qualifications: Federal litigation experience, a federal judicial clerkship, and/or experience with health care fraud or procurement fraud cases is desired. United States citizenship is required. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree

Contacts

• Address Eastern District of Virginia 2100 Jamieson Avenue Alexandria, VA 22314 US
• Name: US Attorney Office Eastern District of Virginia
• Email: [email protected]