Summary The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina is seeking a talented and motivated attorney to join its Civil Division as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA). This is an excellent opportunity to handle sophisticated federal civil litigation on behalf of the United States across a broad and varied docket. This position is located in Raleigh North Carolina As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. Responsibilities The Civil Division AUSA will handle all phases of civil litigation, including case intake and investigation, coordination with federal agencies, legal research, and drafting of memoranda, pleadings, and motions. The selected attorney will manage written discovery, take and defend depositions, and represent the United States in federal court proceedings before the Eastern District of North Carolina and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, including hearings, trials, and appeals, as well as settlement negotiations. The Civil Division handles a broad range of defensive and affirmative matters, including: False Claims Act litigation arising from health care and procurement fraud; civil rights enforcement; constitutional and other legal challenges to executive agency actions; habeas corpus; financial litigation, bankruptcy, and asset forfeiture; immigration matters; and the defense of employment discrimination and tort claims against the United States. Civil AUSAs may also be assigned to cases involving the involuntary civil commitment of sexually dangerous persons under the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act. Attorneys assigned to asset forfeiture matters may devote a substantial portion of their workload to pursuing civil and criminal seizure and forfeiture of property acquired through or used in criminal activity, and will serve as a resource to Criminal Division AUSAs on financial investigations and forfeiture issues. Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation 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 Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree, be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and be a U.S. citizen who meets federal employment eligibility requirements. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance and successfully complete a background investigation . At least 1-year of post-J.D. legal experience is required, with demonstrated proficiency in legal research, analysis, and writing. Applicants must exhibit strong oral advocacy and communication skills, sound legal judgment, and the ability to manage multiple litigation matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with attorneys, support staff, federal agencies, and law enforcement partners is essential. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have substantial experience in civil litigation and federal court practice, including familiarity with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Evidence, and a record of handling cases from initial filing through discovery, dispositive motions, and trial or appeal. Background in areas such as tort litigation, employment law, constitutional law, administrative law, or affirmative civil enforcement will be viewed favorably, as will experience working with or advising federal agencies. Judicial clerkship experience and a strong appellate or motion-practice writing record are also valued, along with proficiency with e-discovery tools and litigation technology. Candidates who demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and a demonstrated commitment to public service will be particularly competitive. United States citizenship is required. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement. Education Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree Additional Information Salary Information: Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $94,170.00 to $197,100.00 which includes 22.24% locality pay. Other Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. The Benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal Employees. Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses will not be authorized. * This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information. Travel: Occasional travel is required Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances. Type of Position: Political Appointees (Current and Former): Political Appointees (Current or Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.
