Assistant Attorney General High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Team
Job Location:
Murray, UT - USA
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Job Summary
Assistant Attorney General - High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Team
FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $61.08 - $89.70 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter Desi Crane
Application Deadline 9/8/2026*
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Key Responsibilities The SECURE Section of the Justice Division is seeking an experienced attorney for a prosecutor position in the Salt Lake Metro High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force located within the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Office in Salt Lake City Utah. The position will have primary responsibility to prosecute HIDTA drug-trafficking organization cases in Federal court. The position includes providing advice and consultation to the HIDTA Task Force on legal matters and preparing search warrants investigative subpoenas tracking orders Title III telephone interception orders and various other federal and state applications and orders. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should possess first-rate analytical abilities good judgment strong writing and communication skills criminal law experience and excellent interpersonal skills. TRAVEL: Occasional travel will be required. HOW TO APPLY:
Qualifications Applicants must have a J.D. Degree be an active member of the Utah State Bar and have at least five years post J.D. litigation experience preferably in prosecution. United States citizenship is required. The position is conditioned upon successful completion of all requirements for designation as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA).
About the Role
Location
5272 South College Drive #200
Murray Utah 84123
United States
Background Check Required You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required No
Schedule Code AG - Employees at the Attorney Generals Office
Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:
- Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
- Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.
The Office of the Utah Attorney General
If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic fast-paced legal environment the Attorney Generals Office offers a unique opportunity. As counselors protectors and stewards the Office plays a vital role in defending both the U.S. and Utah constitutions protecting residents and preserving the resources that make Utah special. Youll contribute to upholding justice advising state agencies and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utahs citizens. With responsibilities ranging from prosecuting corporate misconduct to enforcing public lands policy and supporting childrens justice initiatives your work here will be both diverse and rewarding. Join a team dedicated to serving the public and advancing the cause of justice in Utah.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .
Required Experience:
Junior IC
