Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Assistant United States Attorney
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
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this link . This position is located in San Diego, California.Duties
The Southern District of California (SDCA) is one of the largest United States Attorney's offices in the country. The office prosecutes federal crimes and defends the interests of the United States Government in civil cases. The SDCA encompasses San Diego and Imperial Counties and includes a branch office located in Imperial, California.
This position is located in the Criminal Division, Central Prosecutions Section, San Diego Office. The Criminal Division is organized into eight sections: Central Prosecutions Section to include the Imperial County Office, Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force, Violent Crimes and Human Trafficking, Major Frauds and Public Corruption, National Security, General Crimes, Appellate, and Asset Recovery. (See the San Diego U.S. Attorney's website
www.justice.gov/usao-sdca
for a detailed description of each section). The Central Prosecutions Section handles a large volume of reactive cases that arise from policing the 141-mile long border between California and Mexico, six Ports of Entry, and the roughly 70 miles of coastline stretching from the U.S.-Mexico border to the northernmost tip of San Diego County. Cases commonly include illegal entry and reentry, drug importation and alien smuggling prosecutions. This section consists of an Intake Unit, Fast-Track Unit, and Immigration Unit. Central Prosecutions Section attorneys try a large number of cases and often oversee the use of investigative tools like search and tracking warrants, undercover operations, and confidential sources.Salary
$82,633 - $191,800/yearConditions of Employment
You must be a United States Citizen or National.Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.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.J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.Type of Position: This is a term position not-to-exceed 14 months. This position may be extended or made permanent without further competition.Residency Requirements: Assistant United States Attorneys must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof.Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and must currently be an active member of a state bar in order to be considered. Proof of an active bar membership is required. One (1) full year of postgraduate legal experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications :
Applicants must demonstrate a quick analytical ability and an aptitude for accurately articulating the critical issues in a case. Applicants must demonstrate superior oral and writing skills, as well as strong research and interpersonal skills and good judgment. Applicants must possess excellent communication and courtroom skills and exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and client agencies. Applicants must also have demonstrated excellent computer literacy skills, to include experience with automated research on the Internet, electronic court filing, and electronic e-mail and word processing systems. Education
Applicants must possess a J.D. DegreeHow to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET)
on 10/29/2024 to receive consideration.1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
(It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.)
3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account,
here , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position.Review our benefits.
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this link . This position is located in San Diego, California.Duties
The Southern District of California (SDCA) is one of the largest United States Attorney's offices in the country. The office prosecutes federal crimes and defends the interests of the United States Government in civil cases. The SDCA encompasses San Diego and Imperial Counties and includes a branch office located in Imperial, California.
This position is located in the Criminal Division, Central Prosecutions Section, San Diego Office. The Criminal Division is organized into eight sections: Central Prosecutions Section to include the Imperial County Office, Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force, Violent Crimes and Human Trafficking, Major Frauds and Public Corruption, National Security, General Crimes, Appellate, and Asset Recovery. (See the San Diego U.S. Attorney's website
www.justice.gov/usao-sdca
for a detailed description of each section). The Central Prosecutions Section handles a large volume of reactive cases that arise from policing the 141-mile long border between California and Mexico, six Ports of Entry, and the roughly 70 miles of coastline stretching from the U.S.-Mexico border to the northernmost tip of San Diego County. Cases commonly include illegal entry and reentry, drug importation and alien smuggling prosecutions. This section consists of an Intake Unit, Fast-Track Unit, and Immigration Unit. Central Prosecutions Section attorneys try a large number of cases and often oversee the use of investigative tools like search and tracking warrants, undercover operations, and confidential sources.Salary
$82,633 - $191,800/yearConditions of Employment
You must be a United States Citizen or National.Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.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.J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.Type of Position: This is a term position not-to-exceed 14 months. This position may be extended or made permanent without further competition.Residency Requirements: Assistant United States Attorneys must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof.Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and must currently be an active member of a state bar in order to be considered. Proof of an active bar membership is required. One (1) full year of postgraduate legal experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications :
Applicants must demonstrate a quick analytical ability and an aptitude for accurately articulating the critical issues in a case. Applicants must demonstrate superior oral and writing skills, as well as strong research and interpersonal skills and good judgment. Applicants must possess excellent communication and courtroom skills and exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and client agencies. Applicants must also have demonstrated excellent computer literacy skills, to include experience with automated research on the Internet, electronic court filing, and electronic e-mail and word processing systems. Education
Applicants must possess a J.D. DegreeHow to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET)
on 10/29/2024 to receive consideration.1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
(It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.)
3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account,
here , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position.Review our benefits.
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