Posted Date
12/18/2024
Description
Our mission is to enforce the Nation's laws, defend the country, provide leadership in preventing crime, seek punishment for those found guilty of crime, ensure impartial administration of justice. We build a strong office through broad recruitment efforts and maintain high standards by promoting professional development. We seek to build a legacy of excellence. We represent the country in a manner that instills confidence in the fairness and integrity of the district and the judicial system.The Eastern District of Pennsylvania is responsible for one of the nation's largest districts covering about 4,700 square miles with over 5 million people residing within its nine counties. The district is unique in its diversity, evident not only in its environment but also in its population. From a large metropolitan city to country farm to mountain town, the district represents a microcosm of the nation. Cultures from all parts of the world have migrated to this region and have established themselves as members of a Pennsylvania community.
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As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) located in the Criminal Division will be responsible for investigating and prosecuting a variety of violations of federal laws, such as violent crime, complex fraud, drug trafficking, public corruption, and national security offenses.
The attorney must have a strong ability to analyze complex legal and factual issues, write clearly and persuasively, possess a strong work ethic, exhibit good organizational skills, exercise fair and sound judgment, pay careful attention to facts and details, work well both independently and on a team, be ready and willing to volunteer to help other attorneys, be able to negotiate effectively with opposing counsel, handle matters in court persuasively on behalf of the United States of America, and be devoted to justice, excellence, and representing the public.
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.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:
- strong academic credentials
- superior legal research and writing skills
- quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case-related issues
- courtroom experience
- good interpersonal skills
- the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with client agencies, support staff and other attorneys
- a demonstrated commitment to public service
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree