Employment
The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Idaho employs approximately 59 employees. Positions include Assistant United States Attorneys, paralegal specialists, victim-witness specialists, legal assistants, administrative employees and student employees (paid students and unpaid students/volunteers). Selections for positions are made without regard to race, sex, creed, color, national origin, disability, age or political affiliation. Employment for all positions is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a thorough background investigation conducted by the Department of Justice. The investigation process includes a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use, a fingerprint check and a thorough review of the applicant's background.