Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) - Criminal

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys•Birmingham, AL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The United States Attorney's Office, Northern District of Alabama is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as a Criminal Assistant United States Attorney. The Northern District of Alabama encompasses the northern half of Alabama with offices in Birmingham and Huntsville, trying cases in both cities, Tuscaloosa, and Anniston. This position is located in Birmingham, a vibrantly growing metro area with plenty of options for dining, schools, and recreation. The Northern District of Alabama is currently seeking an experienced attorney for an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) opening in our Criminal Division at our branch office in Birmingham, Alabama. Our Criminal Division investigates and prosecutes federal cases arising from a wide array of criminal activity. The AUSA will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal laws. Assistant United States Attorneys in the Criminal Division are responsible for the prosecution of all types of crimes under federal law. This position is a general criminal litigation position with responsibility for coordinating with federal law enforcement agencies on federal criminal investigations and handling a heavy caseload involving a wide variety of federal criminal offenses involving mostly violent crime, child exploitation, firearms, narcotics, immigration, and white-collar crime. This incumbent for this position is someone who is routinely preparing and trying a high volume of cases, while exercising a degree of professional autonomy and responsibility. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

Requirements

Must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication (fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing).
Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof.
At least 1 year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
Successful applicants will be able to work equally well individually and in a team setting.
Possess the judgment, skill, and fearlessness necessary to succeed as part of a fast-paced and aggressive prosecution team.
Commitment to improving the efficiency of the Federal government.
Passion about the ideals of our American republic.
Commitment to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

Strong academic credentials.
Superior legal research and writing skills.
Quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case-related issues.
Trial experience or experience litigating cases in federal court.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with client agencies, support staff, and other attorneys.
Demonstrated commitment to public service.
Desire for public service.
Either living in or willing to relocate to the Northern District of Alabama.

Responsibilities

Prosecution of all types of crimes under federal law.
Coordinating with federal law enforcement agencies on federal criminal investigations.
Handling a heavy caseload involving a wide variety of federal criminal offenses including violent crime, child exploitation, firearms, narcotics, immigration, and white-collar crime.
Preparing and trying a high volume of cases.
Exercising a degree of professional autonomy and responsibility.
Increasing responsibilities and more complex assignments as training and experience progress.