What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) City of Spokane position at U.S. Department of Justice?
Hiring Organization
USAO Eastern District of Washington
Hiring Office
Spokane, WA
Job ID
25-SAUSA1-WAE
Location:
920 W. Riverside Ave, Suite 340
Spokane, WA 99021 - United States
Application Deadline:
Monday, January 6, 2025
About the Office
The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Washington (USAO-WAE) prosecutes federal offenses, defends the U.S. Government’s interests and affirmatively pursues claims on behalf of the government, representing the U.S. government in all criminal prosecution, civil and appellate litigation in the district. The Eastern District of Washington consists of 20 counties in the eastern part of the state; with offices in Spokane, Yakima, and Richland.
The United States Attorney's Office (USAO)/Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA) is a great place to work. The USAO-WAE strives to provide an inclusive, rewarding work environment for employees of all backgrounds. Additional information about the District can be found on our website at https://www.justice.gov/usao-edwa/about-district. If selected for this position, you will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal and/or civil laws that protect life, liberty, and the property of citizens. To learn more about what the area and what the State of Washington has to offer, please visit https://www.visitspokane.com/ and https://www.explorewa.org/single-post/exploring-eastern-washington.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Job Description
The attorney filling the vacancy will be employed by the City of Spokane Prosecutor’s Office and will be cross designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney through a partnership with the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Salary and benefits will be paid by the City of Spokane. The attorney will work in the United States Attorney's Office and City of Spokane Prosecutor’s Office in Spokane. This position will be assigned a variety of narcotics and other drug related criminal cases. The attorney will be embedded full time within the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
This is a non-federal position. The employer is the City of Spokane Prosecutor’s Office. The terms, conditions and salary of this position will be determined by the City of Spokane. The cases handled by the Special Assistant United States Attorney will be those that arise within the territorial limits of the City of Spokane, the largest metropolitan area within Eastern Washington and the second largest city in Washington State.
Qualifications
Required qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree from a law school approved by the American Bar Association, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction),and have at least two years of post-J.D. experience.
United States citizenship is required.
Applicates will be required to complete a Federal background investigation to include credit and drug testing.
Preferred qualifications: Hiring preferences include federal or state criminal trial experience, although we consider applicants with a variety of litigation backgrounds that demonstrate analytical ability, judgment, and advocacy skills. Experience in gang and drug trafficking investigations and prosecutions, including complex investigations, is preferred. Candidates must possess a strong academic background, superior legal writing and research ability, and a commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. Finally, preferred candidates must possess the ability to manage large, complex investigations and prosecutions. Candidates must also demonstrate an ability think on their feet and be able to function in high pressure environment when needed.
Applications should include:
Resume with dates
Writing Sample
Proof of Bar
Applications may include a Cover Letter
If you are interested in relocating to a great United States Attorney’s Office in the beautiful, rapidly growing, and still relatively affordable Spokane area, please submit your application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/spokanecity/jobs/4743745/specially-appointed-assistant-city-prosecutor?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Resumes should include complete dates (beginning month and year and ending month and year) for all periods of employment. Please submit only one application. No telephone calls please.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Salary
See City of Spokane job announcement for salary information (link in application process)
USAO Eastern District of Washington
Hiring Office
Spokane, WA
Job ID
25-SAUSA1-WAE
Location:
920 W. Riverside Ave, Suite 340
Spokane, WA 99021 - United States
Application Deadline:
Monday, January 6, 2025
About the Office
The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Washington (USAO-WAE) prosecutes federal offenses, defends the U.S. Government’s interests and affirmatively pursues claims on behalf of the government, representing the U.S. government in all criminal prosecution, civil and appellate litigation in the district. The Eastern District of Washington consists of 20 counties in the eastern part of the state; with offices in Spokane, Yakima, and Richland.
The United States Attorney's Office (USAO)/Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA) is a great place to work. The USAO-WAE strives to provide an inclusive, rewarding work environment for employees of all backgrounds. Additional information about the District can be found on our website at https://www.justice.gov/usao-edwa/about-district. If selected for this position, you will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal and/or civil laws that protect life, liberty, and the property of citizens. To learn more about what the area and what the State of Washington has to offer, please visit https://www.visitspokane.com/ and https://www.explorewa.org/single-post/exploring-eastern-washington.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Job Description
The attorney filling the vacancy will be employed by the City of Spokane Prosecutor’s Office and will be cross designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney through a partnership with the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Salary and benefits will be paid by the City of Spokane. The attorney will work in the United States Attorney's Office and City of Spokane Prosecutor’s Office in Spokane. This position will be assigned a variety of narcotics and other drug related criminal cases. The attorney will be embedded full time within the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
This is a non-federal position. The employer is the City of Spokane Prosecutor’s Office. The terms, conditions and salary of this position will be determined by the City of Spokane. The cases handled by the Special Assistant United States Attorney will be those that arise within the territorial limits of the City of Spokane, the largest metropolitan area within Eastern Washington and the second largest city in Washington State.
Qualifications
Required qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree from a law school approved by the American Bar Association, be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction),and have at least two years of post-J.D. experience.
United States citizenship is required.
Applicates will be required to complete a Federal background investigation to include credit and drug testing.
Preferred qualifications: Hiring preferences include federal or state criminal trial experience, although we consider applicants with a variety of litigation backgrounds that demonstrate analytical ability, judgment, and advocacy skills. Experience in gang and drug trafficking investigations and prosecutions, including complex investigations, is preferred. Candidates must possess a strong academic background, superior legal writing and research ability, and a commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. Finally, preferred candidates must possess the ability to manage large, complex investigations and prosecutions. Candidates must also demonstrate an ability think on their feet and be able to function in high pressure environment when needed.
- Note: You must become a member of the Washington State bar within 18 months of appointment as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney and Deputy Spokane City Prosecutor. If you are a member of the bar in any jurisdiction other than Washington, you may apply for admission on motion without examination to membership in the Washington bar so long as the bar to which you are a member has comity with the State of Washington.
Applications should include:
Resume with dates
Writing Sample
Proof of Bar
Applications may include a Cover Letter
If you are interested in relocating to a great United States Attorney’s Office in the beautiful, rapidly growing, and still relatively affordable Spokane area, please submit your application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/spokanecity/jobs/4743745/specially-appointed-assistant-city-prosecutor?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Resumes should include complete dates (beginning month and year and ending month and year) for all periods of employment. Please submit only one application. No telephone calls please.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Salary
See City of Spokane job announcement for salary information (link in application process)
