Assistant United States Attorney (Narcotics)
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
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Assistant United States Attorney (Border and Immigration Crimes Enforcement)
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Department of Justice
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Salary
$120,086 - $195,100
per year
Type
Closes
February 6, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for an experienced lawyer to join a team prosecuting crimes related to border security, immigration violations, and smuggling networks in South Florida.
The role involves handling cases from start to finish in court, working in a fast-paced environment to protect the region's entry points.
It's a great fit for someone with strong legal skills, good communication, and a passion for fighting transnational threats.
Key Requirements
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction
- At least 1 year of post-J.D. legal or relevant experience (3+ years preferred)
- U.S. citizenship
- Superior oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently in a demanding environment
- Residency in the Southern District of Florida or within 25 miles
Full Job Description
The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (SDFL) is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in our Border and Immigration Crimes Enforcement (BICE) Section in the Office's Criminal Division.
Our District has offices located in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Fort Pierce. When applying, please note in your cover letter which office location you are interested in.
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.
United States citizenship is required. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Preferred Qualifications: Applicants should possess superior oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the capacity to function in a highly demanding environment with minimal guidance.
The successful candidate should have strong academic credentials and at least 3 years of post J.D. experience. Major Duties:
The BICE Section was created to strengthen South Florida's border security posture, protect maritime and land points of entry, enforce federal immigration law, and dismantle transnational smuggling networks operating through the region.
The Section brings together narcotics, immigration, fraud, and violent-crime expertise into a single coordinated unit focused on border-driven threats.
AUSAs in the BICE section will prosecute these matters from the charging stage through trial.
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.
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