ASSISTANT UNITED STATES ATTORNEY (Criminal Immigration)

The Department of Justice (DOJ) leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. As a Justice employee you'll be a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission. Read more about the exciting opportunities available. For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. Major duties: This is a term appointment not-to-exceed 09/30/2029. This position may be made permanent without further competition. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Indiana is currently soliciting applications for a position as an Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) in the Criminal Division handling drug trafficking and immigration cases. Criminal AUSAs work closely with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to investigate federal crimes. AUSAs prosecute such crimes through every stage of litigation, from charging, discovery, and motions practice to trial, sentencing, and post-conviction challenges. This position will involve the prosecution of drug trafficking cases and immigration cases, including gang-related crimes, human trafficking and smuggling, firearms trafficking, fraud, and other crimes involving illegal aliens. AUSAs also develop broader initiatives to disrupt and deter criminal activity throughout the district. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress Residency Requirements: Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction). United States citizenship is required. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement. Preferred Qualifications: 1-3 years of experience