Job Summary

The Department of Justice represents the United States in legal proceedings, prosecutes federal offenses, and upholds the rule of law. It protects communities from threats such as violent crime, drug trafficking, illegal immigration, child exploitation, fraud, sex trafficking, and national security violations. The District of the Virgin Islands maintains offices in St. Thomas and St. Croix.

Job Description

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. Preferred Qualifications: Strong academic credentials, superior legal research and writing skills, quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case-related issues, courtroom experience, good interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with client agencies, support staff and other attorneys, and a demonstrated commitment to public service. The ideal candidate will have three or more years of post-J.D. experience litigating cases with substantial responsibility for all aspects of discovery and trial. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.