Assistant United States Attorney (Immigration)

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys•Fresno, CA

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About The Position

The Eastern District of California seeks an attorney to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Criminal Division, assigned to the Immigration Unit. The office represents the Federal government in litigation, including criminal prosecutions for violations of Federal law, civil lawsuits by and against the government, and actions to collect judgments and restitution on behalf of victims and taxpayers. The Assistant U.S. Attorney will represent the United States, its agencies, and employees in immigration-related litigation. Work includes defending habeas corpus, mandamus, and Administrative Procedure Act challenges, and prosecuting affirmative immigration enforcement actions in federal district court. The attorney may transition to other criminal or civil practice areas as workload and office needs allow. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as training and experience progress. Travel will occasionally be required. Applicants may indicate location preferences for Sacramento and/or Fresno. The position requires residence in the district of appointment or within 25 miles of it. Relocation expenses will not be authorized; a recruitment incentive may be considered based on qualifications.

Requirements

Possess a J.D. degree or equivalent.
Be an active member in good standing of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
Be a United States citizen or national; United States citizenship is also specified in the qualifications.
Reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof.
Meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
If a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify Selective Service registration or exemption.
Satisfy preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing; continued employment is subject to a favorable background investigation.
Demonstrate strong analytical ability, accurate articulation of critical case issues, superior oral and writing skills, research and interpersonal skills, and good judgment.
Possess excellent communication and courtroom skills and work professionally with attorneys, paralegals, support staff, and client agencies.
Demonstrate the capacity to function in a highly demanding environment and substantial self-sufficiency in preparing correspondence and pleadings.
Demonstrate computer literacy, including automated Internet research, electronic court filing, email, and word processing systems.

Nice To Haves

At least three to five years of experience litigating cases with substantial responsibility for discovery, trial, and appeals.
Experience working with multi-agency task forces.
Experience and familiarity with federal grand jury practice.
Experience with investigatory techniques such as electronic surveillance, tracking devices, search warrants, telephone toll record analysis, and asset seizure and forfeiture.
Ability to handle complex cases from the initial investigative stage through trial.

Responsibilities

Represent the United States, its agencies, and employees in immigration-related litigation.
Defend habeas corpus, mandamus, and Administrative Procedure Act challenges.
Prosecute affirmative immigration enforcement actions in federal district court.
Perform legal research and writing and prepare day-to-day correspondence and pleadings.
Potentially transition to other criminal or civil practice areas as workload and office needs allow.
Travel occasionally as required.