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Special Assistant United States Attorney (Detail)- General Crimes Unit
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys · Posted 56 days ago
About the Role
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. Note: Detail is non-reimbursable as selectee will remain on his/her home agency payroll.
What You'll Do
- →Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Virginia has openings for an eight-month detail.
- →The next classes will start September 8, 2026, November 9, 2026, and January 4, 2027.
- →Detailees will handle a wide variety of matters in federal court, including but not limited to felony narcotics trafficking, firearms, violent crimes, child exploitation, fraud, immigration, as well as misdemeanor offenses.
- →Detailees will receive extensive training on all facets of criminal litigation practice from the most experienced prosecutors in the office.
- →Detailees will routinely appear before federal magistrate and district court judges, and the grand jury.
- →They will gain substantive experience through handling all stages of the prosecution from initial appearance through trial and sentencing.
- →The detail will also include opportunities to work on appellate briefs, habeas corpus petitions, motion responses, and supervised release position papers.
- →EDVA has utilized and trained detailees from DOJ and other agencies for more than 30 years, with over 700 Special Assistant United States Attorneys (SAUSAs) participating.
- →The detail will be located at 2100 Jamieson Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22314, near the King Street and Eisenhower Metro Stations (blue and yellow lines).
- →Living accommodations and parking will not be provided.
- →Details are extendable up to one year with the permission of the home office.
- →Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
- →Salary Information: None - This is a uncompensated position.
- →Employee benefits for this position will be limited.
Requirements
- ✓Applicants must possess a J.D.
Personality Fit
Job ID: b66c5ce6-ca1f-4e51-9a12-4d2ed88fa541
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