Job Description

Assistant Attorney General - SECURE

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $61.08 - $89.70 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Desi Crane | aghr@agutah.gov | 801-597-4659
Application Deadline – 8/19/2026*

*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:

• Please submit in addition to your state application:
• Cover letter expressing your interest in the position (1pg limit)
• Resume (2pg limit)
• A separate document listing 3 references and email addresses (references will be contacted)
• Please do not submit writing samples, transcripts, letters of recommendation or other materials.

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 General's 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 General’s 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. You’ll contribute to upholding justice, advising state agencies, and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah’s citizens. With responsibilities ranging from prosecuting corporate misconduct to enforcing public lands policy and supporting children’s 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 (385) 271-5803.