Assistant Attorney - Civil Division; Jackson

The district encompasses the 45 southern counties of the state and more than 2 million people. Also in the district are numerous military bases and installations, a NASA rocket testing facility, and the Choctaw Indian Reservation. This position is located in Jackson, Mississippi.

• J.D. Degree.
• Active member of the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• At least 3 years of post‑J.D. legal or other relevant legal experience (e.g., attorney, federal or state judicial law clerk, litigation experience in public or private sectors).
• Proof of active bar membership required.
• United States citizenship required.

• Experience in civil litigation matters.
• Strong academic background.
• Excellent organizational, legal writing, and research skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, community involvement, and public service.
• Quick analytical ability and accurate articulation of critical case issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills, good judgment, and the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with attorneys, support staff, and client agencies.
• Capacity to function with minimal guidance in a highly demanding environment.
• Substantial self‑sufficiency in day‑to‑day legal research, writing, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Excellent computer skills, including automated internet research, electronic court filing, email, and word processing.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.