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

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. 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. Appellate briefing and oral advocacy experience. Demonstrated excellence in legal writing, oral advocacy, and case management. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree How You Will Be Evaluated

Evaluation Method: Once your complete application package is received, it will be reviewed to ensure you meet all job requirements. An attorney interview panel will then review all qualified applicants and make recommendations for invitation to interview. You will be notified if selected for an interview. The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete. Veterans' Preference: There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must indicate their preference in response to the appropriate question in their assessment questionnaire (it is also recommended that information is included in their cover letter or resume) and they must submit supporting documentation (e.g., DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty and other supporting documentation) which verifies their eligibility for preference. Although the "point" system is not used, per se, applicants eligible to claim 10-point preference must submit Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and submit the supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed (visit the OPM website, http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf for a copy of SF 15, which lists the types of 10-point preferences and the required supporting document(s). Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service-connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more). Reasonable Accommodations: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Other Information

Salary Information: Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $78,695 to $197,100 which includes 20.03% locality pay. Other Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. The Benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal Employees. Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses will not be authorized. * * * This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information. Travel: One to two weeks per year. Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances. Type of Position: This is a term position not-to-exceed 2 years. This position may be extended or made permanent without further competition. Political Appointees (Current and Former): Political Appointees (Current or Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.