Assistant District Attorney - SAUSA
About The Position
The District Attorney’s Office for Prosecutorial District 37 is seeking a highly skilled and motivated attorney to serve as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA). This position offers a rare and unique opportunity to remain a state employee of a North Carolina District Attorney’s Office while prosecuting cases in federal court within the Middle District of North Carolina. The SAUSA will be based in Greensboro, North Carolina, and will prosecute federal criminal cases arising in multiple counties, working in close coordination with the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of North Carolina and the District Attorneys serving the counties in which cases are handled. This position blends the strengths of state and federal prosecution, providing meaningful public service, complex litigation experience, and the stability and benefits of state employment.
Requirements
- Licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina and in good standing.
- At least 1-year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
- Strong trial advocacy, legal writing, and analytical skills.
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina.
- Fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing.
- Favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
Nice To Haves
- Significant experience prosecuting criminal cases, preferably including felony or complex litigation.
- Ability to manage a caseload independently and exercise sound prosecutorial judgment.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with law enforcement, prosecutors, and court personnel across jurisdictions.
Responsibilities
- Prosecution of assigned federal criminal cases, focusing on prosecuting drug and violent crimes, from intake through resolution.
- Reviewing and evaluating criminal investigations for legal sufficiency and charging decisions.
- Collaborating closely with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies during investigations.
- Coordinating case referrals and charging decisions with the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of North Carolina.
- Prosecuting federal criminal cases in United States District Court, including Grand jury presentations, Motion Practice & Hearings, Trials, and Sentencings.
- Handling all aspects of case preparation, including discovery review, witness preparation, and legal research and writing.
- Working collaboratively with District Attorneys in the counties from which cases originate to ensure alignment with prosecutorial priorities.
- Advising law enforcement on investigative strategies, legal standards, and evidentiary issues.
- Ensuring compliance with all ethical obligations, DOJ policies, and applicable state and federal laws.
- Participating in trainings, meetings, and coordination efforts required by the SAUSA appointment.
Benefits
- Retirement and leave benefits
- State employee benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
