Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)

Full Job Description

The U.S. Attorney's Office represents the Federal government in virtually all litigation involving the United States.

This includes all criminal prosecutions for violations of Federal law, civil lawsuits by and against the government, and actions to collect judgments and restitution on behalf of victims and taxpayers.

For more information about the District of South Carolina, visit https://www.justice.gov/usao-sc This position advertised will be in Columbia, SC.

Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.

*Rule 83.I.04(B)(1) of the Local Civil Rules for the District of South Carolina was amended in 2022 to authorize Department of Justice attorneys to represent the interests of the U.S.

in federal court in South Carolina without being a member of the South Carolina Bar. Therefore, applicants may be admitted to the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction. United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Hiring for AUSA positions is highly competitive. Our ideal candidate will have: A demonstrated history of being a self-starter who completes tasks without prompting.

A natural curiosity and passion for investigating facts. Incisive analytical ability and the facility to accurately and precisely articulate the critical issues in a wide variety of civil cases.

Superior oral and written communication skills and a strong courtroom presence, including first-chair jury trials. A demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility and public service.

Impeccable integrity. Outstanding organizational, time management and interpersonal skills.

An aptitude for independent legal research and writing, and the ability to prepare correspondence and pleadings with accuracy and minimal supervision.

The ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff and client agencies.

Excellent computer literacy skills and the ability to handle all aspects of electronic discovery and litigation. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Major Duties:

The United States Attorney's Office is seeking an experienced and motivated attorney to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Civil Division, focusing on Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) matters.

ACE involves filing and litigating civil actions on behalf of the United States to recover government funds lost to fraud or misconduct and to impose penalties for violations of federal laws, including those related to health, safety, civil rights, and the environment.

ACE cases often involve complex factual and legal issues and may have parallel criminal and civil components.

As an AUSA in the Civil Division, you will play a key role in enforcing federal civil laws that safeguard the public interest.

You also will manage a diverse and active docket that may include cases involving personal injury, employment discrimination, immigration, prisoner litigation, environmental enforcement, and challenges to government policies or actions.

Responsibilities include: Conducting civil investigations and developing cases in coordination with federal agencies. Managing discovery, including written discovery, depositions, and expert witnesses.

Engaging in motion practice and oral argument. Negotiating settlements and preparing cases for trial. Trying cases in federal court and handling appeals.

Civil Division AUSAs are expected to exercise sound judgment, manage a high-volume caseload efficiently, and work collaboratively as part of a team dedicated to upholding federal law and protecting the interests of the United States.

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

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.