Job Description

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia (USAODC) is unique in the size and scope of its work. It serves as both the local and the federal prosecutor for the nation's capital. Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSA) assigned to the Criminal Division prosecute a broad range of U.S. Code violations in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia.

Required Qualifications

• J.D. degree (or equivalent) and good standing membership in any U.S. bar jurisdiction.
• At least one year postJ.D. (or equivalent) legal or relevant experience.
• Minimum ten years postJ.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience in the federal government and supervisory experience.
• United States citizen or national.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive prosecutorial experience, including complex investigations, substantive writing, and multiple jury trials, or other significant experience that can make a unique contribution to the work of the Criminal Division.
• A judicial clerkship and experience as federal prosecutor.
• Commitment to public service and the rule of law; high moral character; sound judgment; strong work ethic; superior communication and advocacy skills; exceptional research and writing ability; thorough legal and factual analysis; ability to work well with others; ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

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