Assistant U.S. Attorney – Criminal

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys Pierre, South Dakota $ 76,748 – $ 197,100

Full-time Closes 13 Sep 2027 · 332 days left

Pierre, South Dakota $ 76,748 – $ 197,100 Full-time Closes 13 Sep 2027

What the job is
The job is to be a federal prosecutor in South Dakota. You will work in the Criminal Division in Pierre or Rapid City. You will help keep the law fair and protect people.

What you will do
You will investigate crimes and bring cases to court. You will work with federal, state, local, and tribal police. You will prepare evidence, talk to witnesses, write legal briefs, and speak in front of judges. You will handle cases about drugs, child abuse, violent crimes, illegal immigration, guns, cybercrime, and fraud.

What you need
You must be a U.S. citizen. You need a J.D. and a year of practice as a lawyer. You must be a member of a U.S. bar and the South Dakota bar within a year of starting. You need to pass background checks and be registered with Selective Service if required. You should live in the district or within 25 miles.

What you will get
You will get a salary between $76,748 and $197,100. You will get training and support from experienced attorneys. You will have opportunities to grow and maybe get a permanent position. You will work in a team that values justice and community.

Job Details

Date Posted: 16 Sep 2026
Location: Pierre, South Dakota
Expiration Date: 13 Sep 2027
Gender: Any
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $76,748 – $197,100
Hiring Company: Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

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Job Details

Date Posted: 16 Sep 2026
Location: Pierre, South Dakota
Expiration Date: 13 Sep 2027
Gender: Any
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Location: Pierre, South Dakota
Salary: $76,748 – $197,100
Hiring Company: Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys