Assistant United States Attorney (Project Safe Neighborhood)

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys•Chicago, IL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Northern District of Illinois, Chicago Office is hiring Assistant United States Attorneys in its Criminal Division for Project Safe Neighborhoods. The selected attorneys will represent the U.S. Government and focus on investigating and prosecuting firearms-related offenses. They will collaborate with law enforcement partners, especially the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), on responsive and proactive investigations and handle cases through the full life cycle: investigation, charging, resolution by guilty plea or trial, sentencing, and, when appropriate, appeal. Responsibilities and assignment complexity will increase as training and experience progress. After four years of service, PSN AUSAs may be considered for transfer to another section of the Criminal Division. The announcement is open continuously and will close no later than April 30, 2027, or when all positions are filled. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Several positions are being filled, with additional positions potentially filled based on office needs. The role is based in Chicago, Illinois. Some travel is required, but not on a regular basis. Relocation expenses will not be paid.

Requirements

Be a United States citizen or national.
Possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
Have at least 2 years of post-J.D. experience.
Demonstrate excellent academics, significant litigation experience, criminal law experience, strong legal writing skills, and a commitment to public service.
Reside in the district of appointment or within 25 miles thereof.
Meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Register for Selective Service if applicable.
Pass preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing; continued employment is subject to a favorable background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Prior federal or state prosecution experience; candidates with this experience will receive serious consideration.

Responsibilities

Represent the U.S. Government in investigations and prosecutions of firearms-related offenses.
Collaborate with law enforcement partners, especially ATF, to conduct responsive and proactive firearms-offense investigations.
Handle cases from initial investigation through charging, resolution by guilty plea or trial, sentencing, and, when appropriate, appeal.