Assistant U.S. Attorney (Civil) - Open Continuous

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys•Des Moines, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Iowa is hiring two experienced attorneys for its Civil Division. The positions are located in Des Moines, Iowa. The office has approximately 30 Assistant United States Attorneys, with headquarters in Des Moines and branch offices in Davenport and Council Bluffs. The Civil Division handles a broad range of complex cases on behalf of the United States, including defense of claims under the Federal Tort Claims Act, employment discrimination statutes, and commercial litigation. Its affirmative litigation includes fraud, debt collection, real estate foreclosures, bankruptcy, and appeals of administrative determinations involving federal agencies. Responsibilities and assignment complexity increase as training and experience progress. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, hold a J.D., be an active member of a bar in any U.S. jurisdiction, and have at least two years of post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. Applicants must generally reside in the district or within 25 miles. Initial appointment is subject to preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing; continued employment is subject to a favorable background investigation. Occasional travel may be expected. The position offers a basic pay range of $77,371 to $197,100, including locality pay. The Department of Justice benefits package includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, telework, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Relocation expenses will not be authorized; a recruitment or relocation incentive may be considered based on qualifications.

Requirements

Be a United States citizen or national.
Possess a J.D. degree.
Be an active member of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
Have at least two years of post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
Reside in the district of appointment or within 25 miles thereof.
Register for Selective Service, if applicable.
Pass required preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing, and receive a favorable background investigation adjudication for continued employment.
Applicants must not have received disciplinary action within the three years preceding the application.
Meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of post-J.D. litigation experience.
Extensive research and writing experience.
Superior oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Good judgment and the ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment.
A demonstrated record of integrity.
For interested AUSAs or government attorneys, at least a successful evaluation for the past year.
Ability to work professionally and supportively with attorneys, support staff, and client agencies.
Ability to lead, motivate, mentor, and evaluate other highly qualified attorneys.

Responsibilities

Handle a broad range of complex civil cases on behalf of the United States.
Defend claims under the Federal Tort Claims Act, employment discrimination statutes, and commercial litigation.
Conduct affirmative litigation involving fraud, debt collection, real estate foreclosures, and bankruptcy.
Handle appeals of administrative determinations involving federal agencies.
Work with other attorneys, support staff, and client agencies in a supportive and professional manner.
As experience progresses, take on increasingly complex assignments and responsibilities.