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Summary

Our mission is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States, provide Federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime, seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior, and to administer and enforce the Nation's laws to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans. The District of Vermont is located in Burlington, Vermont. The U.S. Attorney's Office website:

Duties / Responsibilities

As a Civil Assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA), you will represent the federal government in civil litigation in the District. Your primary focus will be affirmative civil enforcement matters such as violations of the False Claims Act, health care fraud, procurement fraud, Controlled Substances Act violations, and qui tam whistleblower cases. You will also handle a diverse defensive docket including immigration matters, torts, bankruptcy, environmental matters, employment discrimination, commercial litigation, and challenges to agency actions. Responsibilities include gathering evidence, taking depositions, preparing and answering interrogatories, negotiating settlements, engaging in motion practice, trying cases, and writing and arguing appeals.

Security Requirements

• Initial appointment conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit, tax checks, and drug testing.
• Continued employment subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active member of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• At least 1 year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
• United States citizenship.
• Experience with the False Claims Act and other civil enforcement matters.
• Excellent research and writing skills, superior oral communication, and ability to manage cases independently.

Requirements

• Must reside in the District of Vermont or within 25 miles thereof.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and registered for Selective Service if applicable.

Salary Information

Assistant United States Attorney pay ranges from $78,315 to $197,100, including 19.45% locality pay.

Other Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays.
• Telework.
• Life and health insurance.
• Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.

Travel

1 to 5 nights of travel required per month.

EEO Statement

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