Overview
Assistant United States Attorney Jobs in Houston, TX at US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Job Information
Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.
This is an executive position (no union affiliation) and serves at the pleasure of the Mayor of the Municipality of Anchorage.
DEPARTMENT: Municipal Attorney – Civil Law Division
HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
LOCATION: City Hall 632 W 6th Avenue
Example of Duties
Assistant Municipal Attorney positions function as an assistant to the Municipal Attorney to provide the full range of legal services on requests from the Mayor, Manager, chief Executive Officers and Municipal Assembly, either directly or through the Municipal Attorney as appropriate and assigned.
The attorney filling this position should be a seasoned litigator qualified and eager to serve the public by conducting civil litigation on behalf of the Municipality of Anchorage in state and federal courts at the trial level and on appeal.
SOME ADDITIONAL DUTIES MAY INCLUDE taking primary responsibility for litigating cases assigned to the attorney, this attorney will also provide pre-litigation advice and advice regarding settlement and further review from adverse decisions and may be called on from time to time to provide advice outside of litigation in the areas of the attorney’s particular expertise. This attorney will also consult with and provide backup for other litigating attorneys in the office regarding those attorney’s cases and receive consultation and backup from other attorneys as necessary. Over time, and as appropriate, this attorney will hopefully take on additional responsibilities mentoring and training, and eventually supervising, less experienced litigators.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
Graduation from an accredited school of law, must be admitted to the State of Alaska Bar Association, and four (4) years of experience as a Municipal Attorney I with the Municipality of Anchorage or the equivalent elsewhere.
Must possess a valid State of Alaska driver’s license and satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within 30 days of hire. For all positions, Employment is conditional based on a satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history.
Submit a cover letter summarizing your qualifications for this position.
Submit a comprehensive resume of your work history.
Submit contact information for three professional references.
Submit copy of transcripts for highest degree awarded.
If you referenced any certifications or licenses on your resume, submit evidence.
If active military service is on your resume, submit a DD Form 214.
Submit a current copy of your driver’s license.
Copy of your AlaskaBar Association License
Preferences:
At least 5 years of civil litigation experience, in both state and federal court, including experience having primary responsibility for crafting overall litigation strategy, preparing dispositive motions, presenting oral argument, and conducting trials.
Significant autonomy and should thus be seasoned litigators who require minimal day-to-day direction and possess excellent judgment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $93,370.20 – $164,889.03 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
Anchorage, AK 99501 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Anchorage, AK 99501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Assistant United States Attorney
Company: US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Location: Houston, TX
