Assistant United States Attorney

Min 1 yrs required

Full-time

No

The Assistant United States Attorney position with the USAO Central District of Illinois is an exciting and challenging career opportunity within the Department of Justice. This position offers a starting salary range of $62,107 to $162,447, plus locality pay, and requires at least one year of post-JD legal experience. The selected candidate will be responsible for prosecuting a wide range of federal criminal cases, including firearms, drug trafficking, gangs, immigration, counterfeiting, child exploitation, explosives, violent crimes, and white collar/economic crimes. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to uphold the rule of law, keep our country safe, and protect civil rights.

Organization: USAO Central District of Illinois
Job Title: Assistant United States Attorney
Experience: At least one year of post-JD legal experience (three years preferred)
Job Type: Full-time, temporary (14-month basis)
Salary: $62,107 to $162,447, plus locality pay
Location: Rock Island, IL
Application Deadline: February 29, 2024 (first round consideration given to applications submitted by this date)

About the Office:
- Part of the Department of Justice, dedicated to enforcing federal criminal and civil laws to protect citizens' life, liberty, and property
- Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment
- Welcomes applicants from all communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States

Job Description:
- Two Assistant United States Attorney positions available in the Criminal Division, Rock Island Branch Office
- Responsible for prosecuting federal criminal cases, including firearms, drug trafficking, gangs, immigration, counterfeiting, child exploitation, explosives, violent crimes, and white collar/economic crimes
- Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex with training and experience

Qualifications:
- At least one year (three years preferred) of post-JD legal or other relevant experience
- Superior oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, good judgment, and ability to function with minimal guidance in a demanding environment
- Active bar membership (any . jurisdiction) and . degree required
- United States citizenship required
- Preferred qualifications: Strong advocacy skills, academic credentials, superior legal research and writing skills, quick analytical ability, good interpersonal skills, and sound legal and ethical judgment

Application Process:
- Complete application package includes: resume, list of references, legal writing sample, copy of bar membership, and official transcripts confirming . degree
- Apply online at

Salary Information:
- Assistant United States Attorney's pay is based on years of professional attorney experience
- Starting salary range: $62,107 to $162,447, plus locality pay (% for Rock Island)

Number of Positions: 2
Travel: Occasional travel outside the district may be required; travel within the district will be required.
Relocation Expenses: No

Department Policies:
- Equal Employment Opportunity: The Department of Justice is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
- Reasonable Accommodations: The agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities where appropriate.
- Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities: The Department encourages qualified applicants with disabilities to apply and may be eligible for direct hire under Schedule A.
- Suitability and Citizenship: Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and background investigation; . citizens may be eligible for employment in certain DOJ organizations.
- Veterans: Veterans' preference eligibility is considered a positive factor in attorney hiring.
- USAO Residency Requirement: Assistant United States Attorneys must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles.

This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships on the Department of Justice website. The Department cannot control dissemination and posting of information contained in this announcement.

Not specified.

Federal benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, and more.

Not specified.

Superior oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, good judgment, ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment, strong advocacy skills, legal research and writing skills, quick analytical ability, ability to work in a team environment, sound legal and ethical judgment.

J.D. degree.

Submit a complete application package including resume, list of references, legal writing sample, bar membership, and official transcripts online at .

Qualification and Experience At least one year of post-JD legal or relevant experience, preferably three years. Active bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction and a J.D. degree are required. United States citizenship is also required.

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