What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant United States Attorney (Deputy Chief, Fraud, Public Corruption and Civil Rights Section) position at US Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia?
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1 year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience and prefer 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
United States citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Substantial experience as a federal prosecutor is highly preferred, with demonstrated expertise in handling complex white-collar, public corruption, or civil rights investigations. A judicial clerkship and experience as federal prosecutor are preferred. Additionally, the ideal candidate's work experience will demonstrate the following: a commitment to public service and the rule of law; high moral character; sound judgment; a strong work ethic; superior communication and advocacy skills before judges and juries; exceptional research and writing ability; thorough legal and factual analysis; an ability to work well with others; and an ability to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment.
Proven leadership ability, excellent trial skills, sound judgment, and high moral character. Demonstrated ability to mentor junior attorneys and manage high-stakes prosecutorial teams.You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Responsibilities:
The USAO-DC is the largest in the country with over 330 AUSAs. The Office is seeking an experienced prosecutor to serve as a Deputy Chief in the Fraud, Public Corruption, and Civil Rights (FPCCR) Section. The Deputy Chief assists the Chief in managing one of the most high-profile units in the Department of Justice, supervising Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) conducting complex investigations and prosecutions involving federal financial fraud, cyber crimes, public corruption, and violations of civil rights statutes.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervision: Provide direct supervision, legal guidance, and mentorship to a team of experienced AUSAs. This can include reviewing indictments, plea agreements, and trial strategies.
- Case Management: Oversee the investigation, indictment, and trial of complex financial frauds, bribery, cyber crimes, and civil rights violations. Personally handling or co-chairing significant trials as needed.
- Strategic Leadership: Develop office-wide policies regarding white-collar crime, corruption, and civil rights enforcement.
- Collaboration: Coordinate with federal law enforcement partners (FBI, IRS-CI, USPIS, HSI, and OIGs), as well as main Justice components.
- Administration: Assist the Section Chief with managing personnel matters such as attorney evaluations, telework agreements, and leave requests; analyzing workload data to justify staffing needs and capital purchases; and ensuring that FPCCR adheres to Department-wide policies.
This position is located in Washington, D.C.
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.
Salary : $197,100