What the job is
The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Washington, D.C. is hiring lawyers to work as Assistant Prosecutors. This office handles both local and federal cases in the nation’s capital. The role involves prosecuting crimes like theft, assault, and homicide in the D.C. Superior Court.

What you will do
You will work in the Superior Court Division, the largest part of the office. Your job will include handling a high number of cases, such as murders, sexual assaults, robberies, drug offenses, and weapon charges. You will write legal documents, argue in court, and work with police, witnesses, and victims. The office offers a training program where you will rotate through different legal areas over about four years to gain experience. Your responsibilities will grow as you learn.

What you need
You must be a skilled lawyer with strong writing, speaking, and analytical abilities. You should be able to manage many cases at once and work well with others, including staff, investigators, and victims. High ethical standards and professionalism are required. You must be dedicated to enforcing the law fairly.

What you will get
You will receive a salary between $87,815 and $197,100 per year. You will get training and the chance to work on important cases that help keep the community safe.