About this role
Job SummaryThe United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (SDFL) is seeking experienced attorneys to serve as Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in our Economic Crimes & Cyber Fraud Section in the Office's Criminal Division. The positions are located in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Fort Pierce, Florida. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction). United States citizenship is required. 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. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Major DutiesThe Economic Crimes & Cyber Fraud Section oversees the investigation and prosecution of some of the most sophisticated fraud and money laundering cases in the country, many of which are international in scope. The Section's cases span a wide range of subject areas, including, among other crimes, health care fraud, investment and securities fraud, tax fraud, government program fraud, cybercrime, corporate malfeasance, and foreign corruption violations. The Section is consistently one of the leading fraud units in the country based on the complexity, size, and number of cases it prosecutes, working closely with a variety of Federal and local law enforcement partners, as well as our counterparts in the Department of Justice. 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.